CCRHN Quarterly Newsletter | Summer

🤱 MATERNAL HEALTH EDUCATION 🤱

Healthcare Network, in collaboration with the Collier Community Foundation, created a series of educational videos to help vulnerable maternal patients and their children. Often these patients suffer from a lack of accessible, affordable health services which in turn negatively affects the outcome of a child's growth and development.

To address this pressing issue, the videos have been translated into English, Spanish and Haitian Creole and are aimed at educating mothers about important health issues affecting them and their babies.

How will these videos be used?

These videos will be shown to low-income populations such as farmworkers and other vulnerable communities. The videos will serve as a supplement to interventions of Healthcare Network's obstetrician and pediatric clinical teams as well as provide essential education through trusted individuals such as the organization's Community Outreach Team. 

▶️ Click here to watch the videos.

📓 LIPMAN BACKPACK GIVEAWAY 📓

& BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENT

A day of community support and excitement as students prepare for the school year

The back-to-school season is right around the corner! To help families and students prepare for the start of school, Lipman Family Farms is hosting its Annual Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 10, with Healthcare Network proudly serving as the presenting sponsor.

At the event,1,800 backpacks and school supplies will be distributed to elementary and middle school children from Immokalee and nearby areas. For children to receive backpacks they must be present and accompanied by an adult.

The event will also feature free food, community resources, entertainment, games and over 50 local community vendors.

As presenting sponsor, Healthcare Network will provide students and families with exciting giveaways, health education, dental screenings and much more!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Maria.Munguia@LipmanFamilyFarms.com.

☀️ SUMMER SAFETY TIPS FOR KIDS ☀️

Protect Children From Florida's Summer Heat

Staying cool can be a difficult task in the summer months! Especially when the National Weather Service predicts this summer to be warmer than usual.

Extreme heat can pose serious health risks, but with a few simple precautions, you can protect your little ones from the dangers of heat-related illnesses.

Healthcare Network pediatrician Dr. Adele De Vera shares helpful tips in the latest edition of Neapolitan Family Magazine.

Read the article by clicking here.

👩‍👧‍👧 DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF THE WIC PROGRAM 👩‍👧‍👧

Nutritional Support for Families

Are you aware of this important and FREE resource for families and young children?

WIC offers invaluable support through various services, all aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of mothers, infants and children up to five years old.

The WIC program provides crucial support to families by offering:



• Healthy foods: A selection of nutritious food items tailored to the needs of young children and new mothers
• Nutrition education: Guidance on maintaining a balanced diet for families.
• Breastfeeding support: Resources and education to promote and facilitate breastfeeding
• Healthcare referrals: Connecting mothers with additional medical services, ensuring families receive comprehensive care

Check Eligibility and Apply!

Families can use the WIC pre-screening tool, available in multiple languages, to quickly check their eligibility. This tool is not an application but a way to see if people qualify for WIC benefits.

If you’re ready to apply, contact your local office to schedule an appointment. You'll get guidance on the necessary documents and the entire application process. For extra support, reach out to Healthcare Network’s multi-lingual Community Outreach Team at 239.675.7080 or learn more by visiting Healthcareswfl.org/WIC.

⚕️ NATIONAL HEALTH CENTER WEEK ⚕️

Recognizing Community Health Centers

like Healthcare Network

August 4 - 10

National Health Center Week highlights the commitment and passion of Community Health Center staff, board members and supporters who make it possible to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to more than 31.5 million patients across nearly 15,000 communities annually.

In Collier County, Healthcare Network is the only Federally Qualified Health Center and in 2023, provided $16 million in uncompensated care. Healthcare Network cares for 50,000 patients through comprehensive primary care services including:

Join Healthcare Network in celebrating this special week by following their social media channels. Throughout the week, they'll spotlight key focus days, showcase their impact, and raise awareness about the vital role of Community Health Centers. Follow them by clicking on the social media icons!

🗓️ COMMUNITY HEALTH EVENTS 🗓️

Local FREE Community Events

Are you looking for health fairs and other community events? Healthcare Network updates its website event calendar monthly. Make sure to check out the calendar for upcoming free health fairs provided by the organization's Community Outreach Team.

Community partners are invited to share their upcoming events. If your event is free and open to everyone, consider submitting it for inclusion on the calendar by clicking here.

Visit HealthcareSWFL.org/Calendar for more information and to stay updated on upcoming events!