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At the Chautauqua County Mental Health Association’s April Recovery Luncheon, Treasurer Jill Marsh (right) recognized Jena Vacanti for raising more than $3,300 with a basket raffle fundraiser she created. Treasurer Jill Marsh opened the Chautauqua County Mental Health Association’s April Recovery Luncheon by recognizing Jenna Vacanti, who is completing her internship with MHA through Jamestown Community College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program. Knowing that MHA had experienced funding cuts and that its operations depended on grants, contracts and donations, Vacanti took it upon himself to organize a recent basket raffle fundraiser at the Brockton Veterans Association.…

It’s exam season and in homes across the country, teachers, teens and parents are counting down the days until the end of June.Whether you’re a bookworm or part of a teenager’s support team, here are some ideas for juggling long hours of study.Drink plenty of water. Drinking enough water will keep you energized. Keep a bottle at your desk to stay hydrated regularly. Herbal tea is also recommended.Rosemary has been shown to be good for memory, and not only is it a handy herb to add to a roast dinner, you can also use it as an essential oil on…

Alo’s partnership-heavy marketing strategy has included collaborations and campaigns with A-listers like Jisoo, Saweetie, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Kendall Jenner. But its latest partner might be less familiar: To kick off Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the athleisure brand teamed up with relationship coach and “Jillian On Love” podcaster Jillian Turecki (who has 2.1 million followers on Instagram). “At Alo, we believe that self-love and a commitment to relationships are essential to overall health and mental health,” said Summer Nacewicz, VP of Marketing and Creative at Alo. “Prioritizing self-love fosters a positive mindset that keeps you motivated and committed to…

SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy Board has been ministering to wildfire victims, officers and crime victims throughout 2024, making it a particularly busy time for the organization. The Chaplaincy Board has also been working to diversify its spiritual support resources, given the religious homogeneity of the Chaplaincy Board itself.Lead pastor Robert Kinnoun said the chaplaincy board has been supporting fire chaplains and FEMA officials working with victims of the Gray and Oregon wildfires, who have had to re-share their stories after a federal disaster declaration expanded funding for them.”It’s been a challenging year. It’s been busy and…

SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy has been serving wildfire victims, law enforcement officers and crime victims throughout 2024, making it an especially busy time for the organization. The pastoral association has also worked to diversify its spiritual support resources, given the religious homogeneity of the pastoral association itself. Senior pastor Robert Kinnoon said the pastors felt the need to tell their stories again after the federal government declared a disaster, opening the door to more funding for victims. He said he has been assisting fire department chaplains and FEMA workers working with victims of the Gray and…

Does your child attend a Jeff Davis Parish school?If so, you may be eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch meal kits every week this summer. Jeff Davis Parish Schools announced in a Facebook post that it plans to provide free meals from June 17 to July 22 through its summer lunch program. I asked Christopher Lennette, a Jennings family and father of three, what he thought about the program.It’s an asset to the community, he said. “It’s going to help a lot of parents,” Lenette said. “It’s a really good thing. I know a lot of parents who need…

Unlock Editor’s Digest for freeFT editor Roula Khalaf picks her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.If you’ve read this magazine from cover to cover, you’ve probably already come across the recipe writer’s shocking confessions. The thing is, there are too many recipes out there. This week saw some related changes to the magazine’s recipe page. This is the biggest since we started running the magazine many years ago. We will continue to publish new recipes, but we will focus on introducing existing recipes. You’ll find dishes from legendary restaurants, meals chefs make themselves at home but never wrote down, recipes…

Men often wander through a maze of misunderstandings and reluctance when dealing with health concerns. Prioritizing men’s health is also important at the individual level, as individual well-being intersects with broader constructs of community health. To shed light on this often overlooked aspect of health care, South County Health urologists Arnold Sarazen, MD, John Heffernan, MD, and Caitlin Johnson, MD, will discuss the importance of testing and the latest advancements in urological care. To see more content from South County Health, click here. The importance of proactive health Dr. Sarazen explains, “When men actively monitor and manage their health, they…

Sorority leads the way in financial education for members The Singleton Foundation has announced a partnership with Gamma Phi Beta, an international organization for financial literacy and entrepreneurship, to develop members’ financial skills and entrepreneurial mindsets — skills they need for life. Money can be complicated, and the college years are a critical time to develop strong financial skills so you can meet the challenges of life later in life. The programs utilized by the foundation are: Million Stories an award-winning video channel dedicated to breaking the taboo of talking about money; venture valley Award-winning video games that ignite business…

Prominent smartwatch brand Noise has announced the acquisition of SocialBoat, an AI-powered wellness platform for women, for an undisclosed amount. The move is part of Noise’s strategy to drive innovation in smart rings, particularly its premium wearable, Luna Ring.Strengthening technical capabilitiesThe acquisition of SocialBoat is expected to strengthen Noise’s technology offerings and build its specialized capabilities. Known for its expertise in AI and women’s health, SocialBoat was the top-rated app in the women’s health category in India. The platform uses AI algorithms to analyze data from various sources, including wearables, and provides personalized recommendations on nutrition, fitness, menstrual health, and…