Presented by Bonnie Carleton, MCHES of the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence. We will describe the popular tobacco & nicotine products that are available to consumers today, as well as the known and potential health risks that they cause. We will also examine the history of tobacco products and how they’ve been marketed throughout the […]
Mirroring trauma, persistent and pervasive loneliness can have a large negative effect on a person’s health, functionality, and overall well-being. Please join consultant, Dr. Laura Leone, in exploring chronic loneliness, its factors, and how it differs from social isolation and social inaction. The impact and long-term effects that chronic loneliness can have on the mind […]
SleepOut is a night spent outside each March to expand our collective consciousness about youth homelessness in New Hampshire and raise funds to address critical needs that will help transform lives. SleepOut is Waypoint’s premiere event that directly supports the state’s only overnight youth shelter in Manchester and youth drop-in centers in Concord and Rochester. […]
Are you ready to put life back into your life? Chronic pain can be difficult to live with. If you or someone you care for are experiencing chronic pain, this workshop can help! In this workshop, you will learn ways to manage symptoms and meet health goals. Create a weekly action plan to help you […]
Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health Public health is more than just health care. It's the steps we take to make sure our neighborhoods and environment are free from pollution. It's making sure our food and water are safe to eat and drink. It's also the relationships we foster in our communities. […]
In honor of Public Health Week 2024, join the City of Nashua Division of Public Health and Community Services and the Greater Nashua Public Health Network for a Walk with the Mayor and a Public Health Connectedness Community Celebration featuring local community organizations, giveaways, fun activities, and a free raffle. Learn more today!
Network with current and future Certified Prevention Specialists (CPS) Learn more about the CPS application process. Learn more about certification and its importance. Hear about a mentoring program for CPSs and prospective CPSs. Free event. A certificate to apply towards CEUs will be provided to those who attend. Register today!
What If We Could ...? Together, we're working to build a NH where we lift each other up, where opportunity is full and equitable, where we embrace our responsibilities to each other and understand that what is good for all of us is good for each of us. We'll be joined by a panel of […]
Trauma harms children emotionally, psychologically, and biologically and untreated experiences can lead to suicide, substance abuse, serious emotional disturbance, poor school and work performances, social maladjustment, and decrease health and well-being. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) states that one in six children and adolescents ages 6-17 years old will experience an adverse childhood […]
Trauma-informed prevention is a powerful approach for promoting resilience and creating environments that prioritize safety, trust, and collaboration. But, what does it look like? And, what does it mean to be trauma-informed? Join Public Consulting Group (PCG) for a discussion on how trauma-informed practices can be applied to prevention from stakeholder engagement to prevention strategies. […]
Save the date for this year's Prevention Month where we'll be focusing on the role community plays in the success of New Hampshire families. Because we know that the systems and sectors we navigate daily, from health care to housing, are not only inter-related but foundational to family strength. Join us in changing the narrative […]
Are you ready to put life back into your life? Chronic pain can be difficult to live with. If you or someone you care for are experiencing chronic pain, this workshop can help! In this workshop, you will learn ways to manage symptoms and meet health goals. Create a weekly action plan to help you […]
Note: The events contained in this calendar are subject to change without notice by their respective organizers. Refer to each event's website for updates.