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September 2016

Community Update
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FEATURED PROGRAM
Falls Prevention
Falls Prevention Awareness Day is Sept 22: Don't Wait 'til You've Had a Fall
One out of three older people fall each year, but fewer than half tell anyone about it. Some falls are minor, but others can result in a fracture or serious injury, and sometimes a loss of mobility or independence. FallsTalk and FallScape are highly effective falls prevention programs delivered privately in your home, community of faith or other convenient location. These programs help you prevent falls by recognizing fall risks unique to you and creating your own personal plans to help you continue to enjoy your activities and lifestyle. Both FallsTalk and FallScape are offered free of charge for older adults in the Verdant Health Commission community, and there are 9 screening opportunities in the month of September, listed on our website. 
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TIPS & INFO
Will a plant-based diet help me control my cholesterol?
A vegetarian diet made up of healthy food choices can help control your cholesterol. But unhealthy foods can also be vegetarian, so choose foods wisely.
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Add variety to your vegetables
As a child, you may have been scolded for not eating your veggies. As an adult, you may have never truly outgrown that finicky eating. If you’re like most Americans, you don’t eat enough vegetables on a daily basis. Your diet may also be lacking valuable veggie variety.
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6 ways to help an anxious child
No question it’s tough to keep our cool when our children are unraveling. It’s especially a challenge when our children are rattled and over-run with anxiety. All of us want support in knowing just what to do in helping our children thrive while also not letting them suffer.
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NEWS
Verdant is searching for a new Superintendent/CEO
The Verdant Health Commission is searching for a superintendent/CEO, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by Friday, September 16, 2016. To review the job profile, please visit http://waldronhr.com/searches/verdant-health-commission. Current Superintendent Carl Zapora previously announced his retirement effective at the end of 2016.

Inquiries into the position should be addressed to Ed Rogan at Waldron HR, which is conducting the executive search for this position. Ed Rogan can be reached at (206) 697-8428 or erogan@waldronhr.com. Materials will not be accepted by Verdant. All phone calls should also be directed to Waldron.

Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis and are encouraged to submit materials as soon as possible in order to ensure consideration for the position. The deadline for submissions is September 16, 2016.
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EVENTS
   
Monday, September 19 at 5:30 p.m.

Managing Difficult Emotions
Learn how our thoughts and feelings impact body, mind, and spirit. This group will help to identify your personal triggers and behaviors when challenging emotions arise. Offered by the YWCA, this class series takes place on eight (8) Mondays, September 19 through November 7, 2016.
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Thursday, September 22 at 6 p.m.

A Learn & Taste Cooking Demo: Exploring Meatless Mondays
Join our team of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists for a beginner’s look at plant-based diets and their health benefits.During the first hour of the program, you will learn what a vegetarian diet is, easy steps to reduce meat consumption, the health benefits and evidence behind those benefits, key nutrients provided and those that are not and tips to gradually incorporate vegetarian recipes into meals. During the second hour, the group will see a cooking demo that puts the new information into practice.
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Wednesday, October 5 at 6 p.m.

Parent Workshop: Nutrition & Feeding the Family
Are you feeding a family? Join this class led by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to learn tips on appealing to the whole family while considering the nutrition preferences and needs of your individual family members.
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