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Greetings,
The end of November has brought us the season’s first snow, a reminder that winter is just around the corner. In December, there is a flurry of activities (pun intended) in preparation for the holidays, including shopping, gift wrapping, family functions, parties, and much more. The hustle and bustle of the season can be both exhilarating and exhausting.
In the midst of the glitz and glitter, it is important to remember to take care of your health, check on others who may be struggling this time of year, and make time for the 5 Rs: 1) remember, 2) reflect, 3) rest/relax, 4) restore/replenish/renew, and 5) resist.
Remembering entails recalling the people and things important to you, including those no longer with you.
Reflecting entails intentionally contemplating your values, beliefs, aspirations, and relationships.
Resting or relaxing entails slowing down and stepping back from the busyness and stress of the season.
Restoring, replenishing, or renewing entails self care to center, balance, and nourish vital energies.
Resisting entails knowing your limits, saying no when you feel overwhelmed, and refusing to allow commercialism to overshadow the true meaning of the holidays.
It can be easy to overindulge in food, libations, and spending. Grief and loss can be magnified during the holidays. For some winter’s shorter days and lack of sun can lead to Seasonal Affective Disorder. For more information and resources, please see the references and resources page.
Wishing you peace, love, and good health!
Best,
Venoncia
Happy Holidays (Happy Hannukah, Merry Christmas, Winter Solstice, and Happy Kwanzaa),
Venoncia, Angela, and Meredith
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New Grants Awarded
November 2023 Grants
| At its November 20, 2023 meeting, the HFNLC Board of Directors approved 23 grants totaling $1,270,000. |
Important Reminder
Grant Applications
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All grant applications - including new and renewal requests - begin with submitting a Letter of Inquiry on our online grants application system. Access our online application system through the Apply Page of our website. If you have any questions about this process, contact Angela Baran, HFNLC Program Officer.
Letters of Inquiry must be submitted between November 15, 2023, and BEFORE 5 p.m. December 15, 2023, for the February 1, 2024, proposal deadline.
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Community Resiliency Model
Part 1: Tuesday, December 5th, 1:00-3:00 pm
Part 2: Tuesday, December 12th, 1:00-3:00 pm
This training teaches people how to cultivate skills of well-being after experiencing trauma and toxic stress. Offered in partnership with the HAP Foundation.
Email darlena@courage2love.org to register for any of the following events.
These workshops are all being offered online.
Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care
Faith and Health Partnerships December Workshop
Faith and Health Partnerships are offering three of our most-requested workshops in December. All programs will take place on Zoom, and all times are CST. Register for the following class via the link below. Download the flyer and share it with your congregation and community.
Trauma, Faith, and Resilience Registration Link - December 13th, 9:00 - 11:00 am
This workshop explores how trauma impacts an individual’s functioning and mental, physical, social, emotional, or spiritual well-being and how the practices of our faith traditions support resilience and healing.
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Open Enrollment Is Now Available for
2024 Leadership Academy!
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The Leadership Academy is for those who are new to leadership, are being considered for a leadership role within the next couple of years, and/or are looking for fundamental training on the people side of leadership.
One of the most important aspects of leadership is bringing out the best in others and using strategies such as understanding yourself and your team, ethical reflection, active listening, empathy, effectively communicating, and empowering others.
Throughout Leadership Academy, participants will be offered multiple opportunities to build strong networks through workshops and Peer Advisory Groups. They will learn from Keynote Speakers, Panel Experts, Community Speakers, Mentors, and fellow Participants.
Interested in learning more about The Leadership Academy for you or members of your team?
Register now for the December 6, 2023 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. exploratory session (Zoom) by clicking on the button below.
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Introducing Morten Group’s first-ever community workshops!
Learn with expert facilitators and other members of your community in one of three dynamic and interactive sessions.
Understanding and Interrupting Bias
Saturday 12/2/23, 11a-12:30p CST
Thursday 12/7/23, 4:30p-6p CST
Unravel the complexities of bias in a transformative journey, beginning with defining implicit bias and exploring its roots, making it personal through self-exploration.
CEU's available for all workshops!
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The holiday season is a time of year associated with joy, but it can also be accompanied by stressors ranging anywhere from family dynamics to financial pressures. Join Stephanie Bowman, J.D., M.A., LPC, and Shirley Khong, LPC, as they offer practical wellness tips to help you navigate and manage the challenges that often come with this festive time of year. Learn valuable strategies and insights on maintaining your emotional well-being, reducing stress, and fostering a healthier, happier holiday season.
HOLIDAY STRESS & WELLNESS WEBINAR
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT
Virtual Webinar
(registrants will receive a Zoom link the day before the event)
This is a free event. However, registration is required. This event will be recorded and shared with our audience in the days following the livestream.
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Apply Now: Investing in Future Leaders | |
Transform how your organization develops its emerging leaders: enroll in Bridgespan's online learning program for your entire leadership team.
In this program, your team will define what “great leadership” looks like and create an action plan to implement a talent development system across the entire organization.
The deadline to apply is December 15th, don't wait! Scholarships are available.
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OUR MISSION
The Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County supports efforts that improve access to health services for underserved Lake County, Illinois, residents. We strive to improve the health status of uninsured, underinsured, and medically underserved residents.
We are especially interested in addressing gaps in health services, increasing the capacity of effective organizations and programs, and fostering innovative solutions to persistent healthcare access problems.
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Questions about the Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County? Contact: | | | | |
