20230221 - Stigma Free Meeting Minutes
Stigma Free Meeting Minutes 2/21/2023
· Isabel DeLeon from Valley Health Community Health was on today’s meeting for Danielle F. and members on today’s meeting introduced themselves
· Robin Ritter said the girl scout groups did cards of joy
· The adult services department is having a mobile job center on 3/15 for interviewing, resume building, skill development, etc. Blurb below:
o Bergen County Mobile Job Center event hosted by Adult Services Dept. at the Library.
10 am-12 pm at Ridgewood Library
No registration required
This event will help individuals with job search, skills, assessment, employment counseling and more.
· Age Friendly Ridgewood is partnering with the Library and Deanna and will be doing a photo exhibit in May for Older Americans month. Photos need to be to Robin by April 3rd blurb below:
o Aging Unbound for May is Older Americans Month! The Ridgewood Library & Age Friendly Ridgewood are putting together a photo exhibit of individuals 55 and older to celebrate Older Americans month. Please submit your digital photos by April 3 to rritter@ridgewoodlibrary.org
· Danielle Pagani will share the flyers
· Isabel DeLeon mentioned THRIVE programs 3/6/23: Intuitive eating, 3/16: kids in social media what parents need to know. 3/30: talking to your kids about food, energy, and their health. Blurbs below:
o Thrive! – Thrive is a free membership program for women of all ages to take charge of their wellness, improve their health of their families, and set time aside for themselves to have a little fun! For more information about this program call 201-291-6264 or visit www.valleyhealth.com/services/thrive
o Intuitive Eating – Virtual workshop being held on March 6 from 2-3 pm. Intuitive eating is nurturing the body rather than restricting food to lose weight, although weight loss can be a byproduct of eating intuitively. Discover more about this type of eating, which encourages one to be more mindful of their food choices. Registration is online at https://www.valleyhealth.com/events/intuitive-eating
o Kids & Social Media: What Parents Should Know and What They Can Do – Virtual workshop being held on March 16 from 7-8 PM. Join us for a discussion about the challenges facing middle schoolers and teens in the digital age, focusing on what parents should know about how social media may be affecting their kids, and what they can do to help. Register online at https://www.valleyhealth.com/events/kids-social-media-what-parents-should-know-and-what-they-can-do
o Talking to Kids About Food, Energy, and Their Health – Virtual workshop being held on March 30 from 7-8 PM. Talking to our kids about food and their bodies can be a touchy subject. Hear from our obesity specialist on the best ways to talk about food, kids’ bodies, and their health. Register online at https://www.valleyhealth.com/events/talking-kids-about-food-energy-and-their-health
Direct any questions regarding these Valley Health System programs to Danielle Fabrizio at 201-291-6264.
· Jan Botcher said the Unitarian society did cards of joy at her congregation.
· Valley Hospital donated to Citizens for Swim Program and Jan thanked them
· Jan asked for two personal friends who need a medical case worker or independent case manager and is reaching out for help and resources if we know of any
· Deanna Schablik discussed Park and Rec event. “I Love Lucy” program will be running through the month of March. Another program, Spring Stirfry, will be done in partnership with HealthBarn in April.
· Cards of Joy- we are aiming to get boxes Monday or Tuesday
· Mary Davey from West Bergen discussed a partner with Valley to do an Annual Walk for Mental Health on May 13 and it will be held on an indoor track. More information to come
· Gabrielle Milani from the Lukin Center discussed the Instagram Live on relationships that was done last week. This Friday there will be another Live at 1 pm with a guest therapist and it will be about navigating the relationship with yourself in therapy and going back into your environment that put you in therapy. Next month is Women History Month so more information to come next month.
· Corinne from New Bridge wanted to share a new events. Some healthy eating topics in Elmwood Park at the Senior center on 3/10 and another date in Wallington and the black poster project for those who lost a loved one from addiction and displays will be held Sunday March 5 from 12-4 at the Annex.
· Dawn Cetrulo described we are still waiting for a NOGA letter for a Grant we wish to focus on Mental Health and is interested in showing ANGST, a short film regarding anxiety for teens and parents and we are also looking into the comedian. Spring into Health wellness series will be coming March 20-June 21st which is Spring and we will have a series of events for physical and mental health, walking groups, classes, webinars, etc…more information will be coming
· Danielle Pagani described as of May 11 COVID-10 will no longer be considered a public health emergency. As long as the federal government supply lasts- nothing changes with the vaccines being free and accessible. COVID tests may become most costly for those with insurance and at home tests could become more expensive. KFF.ORG is where further information can be found.
o The End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency: Details on Health Coverage and Access | KFF (website with all the information)
o To note, anything purchased by the feral government will still remain free as long as there is a supply. For example, as long as federally purchased vaccines last, COVID-19 vaccines will remain free to all people, regardless of insurance coverage. However, changes will come when federal supplies of vaccines, treatments, and tests are depleted. Timing on this is to be determined.
· Everyone 6 months and older is eligible for a vaccine. If it has been 2 months since your booster, you are eligible as well. Danielle can be reached for further vaccine information.
· A recording of last month’s current rise in respiratory illness webinar is available online as well as the COVID-19 and Trauma webinar.
· Coming up, March 8: How to Spot School Based Anxiety in person and March 30 we will host a program with Alzheimer’s Association for COIVD-19 and caregiver resources. Jan asked if the caregiver program could be done hybrid virtually or at least recorded and posted. Blurb for March 8 and March 30 below:
o How to Spot School Based Anxiety; Tools, Tips and Techniques (in-person workshop)
7-8 PM at Village Hall – Senior Lounge
West Bergen Mental Healthcare, Ridgewood Health Department and Parks and Recreation are hosting this workshop. Join us for a discussion on signs, symptoms and causes as well as, tangible coping strategies and resources for parents to help support their children.
Registration is required on www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass (under Village Ridgewood Parks and Recreation page under special events)
For more information call the Health Department at 201-670-5500 ext. 2312.
o Community Impact of COVID-19 for Caregivers: A Caregivers Guide to Resources (in-person workshop)
10:30 AM – 12 PM at Village Hall – Annie Zusy Youth Lounge. Lunch will be provided.
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater NJ Chapter, Ridgewood Health Department and Parks and Recreation are hosting this workshop. Join us to learn more about the connection between COVID-19 and Dementia as well as caregiver tips and resources that can help with legal, medical and financial matters.
Registration is required on www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass (under Village Ridgewood Parks and Recreation page)
For more information call the Health Department at 201-670-5500 ext. 2312.
· Jan Botcher offered to post information that is sent to her
· County sticker contest deadline is March 6th for middle school or high school students
· Community Wide Earth Day is April 23
· May 11 is Aging Unbound (flyer shared by Danielle)
· If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis please call or text 988, the Mental Health Crisis Hotline
· The meeting concluded at 3:43 pm
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