Post by Mandy Stivers Today is National Healthcare for the Homeless Day! Today gives the opportunity to recognize the work done by Health Centers around the country to help provide health care to the homeless. I would like to say how proud I am to be able to work for the homeless! I get to [...]
Kids, Work and a Social Life? Tips on juggling your busy schedule!
Post by Bhumi Bhavsar Yes, it is already that time of year when kids are returning back to school! Can you believe it, summer is already over?! Some us of look forward to this time of year, where others are wondering how am I going to manage everything? Your children are looking forward to starting [...]
Help Your Kids Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Post by Laura Jay-Ballinger, M.A., LMHC It’s that time of year again– back to school! It’s hard to believe the summer went by so quickly! I’ve noticed that both kids and adults have a difficult time adjusting routines and getting back to school. One of the most arduous tasks of the fall is establishing good sleep [...]
6 tips to get through the fair without packing on the pounds
The fair is finally here and so are the thousands of calories that come along with it! From fried Oreos to cotton candy and corn dogs to pizza, it’s easy to indulge in some not-so-healthy treats and leave your stomach feeling sick. So before you head to the fair, read these six simple tips below [...]
Kids Not as Excited to Go Back to School as You Are?
Post by Bhumi Bhavsar Yes, it’s that time of year again; the kids are going back to school – which means shopping for clothes, shoes, school supplies- the whole works!! You’re excited and others are excited, however you notice that your child doesn’t seem excited; rather their behavior seems to have taken a change for the [...]
BIBs and Healthy Families Promotes School Readiness
Post by Denise Kaspar Healthy Families America is a nationally recognized evidence-based home visiting program model designed to work with overburdened families who are at-risk for adverse childhood experiences, including child maltreatment. HealthNet’s Healthy Families program has been providing home-based family support services for approximately eighteen years. Healthy Families America has a strong research base, [...]
Mom-to-Be? Check out our FREE prenatal classes!
Post by Jane Meyer Awaiting the birth of a child can be an exciting time. It can also be a time where you have a lot of questions and even worries. HealthNet has a series of prenatal classes to help prepare you for childbirth, breastfeeding, and infant care. These groups are a great way to [...]
Help Your Child Start the School Year Off Right!
Post by Dr. Mary Jo Stine – Summer is almost over and the children will be back to school soon. What can you do to get your child’s school year off to a great start? Immunizations are an excellent way to help keep your child healthy. Children entering kindergarten need to show proof of having received [...]
West Health Center Campaign is Underway!
Governor, Greg Sain, and Administrator, Craig Olivares, from the Loyal Order of Moose Speedway Lodge No. 500, dropped off a check for $450 to be directed towards HealthNet West Health Center!! The Loyal Order of Moose is a family fraternity and service organization dedicated to putting their time, talent, and treasures into the communities in [...]
Celebrating Safely – Fireworks Safety for the 4th
The 4th of July is just days away and that means friends, family, food and for many of us – FIREWORKS. The 4th of July is a great way to take a break from work and enjoy spending time with the ones you love, so play it safe! Check out the graphic below for tips on [...]
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