Virginia Partners in Prayer & Prevention continues to work with, support and be a resource to our places of worship, faith and interfaith-based communities across the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Save the Date........
Join us on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 6 PM for our next Virginia Partners in Prayer & Prevention, Partner Resource Session Series continues. We will be discussing VDH Interfaith Communications efforts, VDH Faith-Based Resource Hub and information on VA P3 Mini-Grant Program.
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In This Issue
Vaccination Myth Busters
CDC Interim Recommendations
Healthy Back to School
DMV Faith In Action
VIRGINIA RENT RELIEF PROGRAM (RRP)
Walk With Ease
Mind Your Meds
Training & Webinars
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Interim Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
Summary of Recent Changes
Updates as of July 27, 2021
- Updated information for fully vaccinated people given new evidence on the B.1.617.2 (Delta) variant currently circulating in the United States.
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Added a recommendation for fully vaccinated people to wear a mask in public indoor settings in areas of substantial or high transmission.
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Added information that fully vaccinated people might choose to wear a mask regardless of the level of transmission, particularly if they are immunocompromised or at increased risk for severe disease from COVID-19, or if they have someone in their household who is immunocompromised, at increased risk of severe disease or not fully vaccinated.
- Added a recommendation for fully vaccinated people who have a known exposure to someone with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 to be tested 3-5 days after exposure, and to wear a mask in public indoor settings for 14 days or until they receive a negative test result.
- CDC recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to schools, regardless of vaccination status.
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There are new vaccine requirements for children returning to school/daycare.
A series of vaccines are required and this year, the requirements have changed. Beginning in less than a month, all students in Virginia will need vaccines to protect against Meningitis, HPV and Hepatitis A. That’s on top of previously required immunizations. Without them, your child may not be able to start school on time or go to daycare.
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How Breathing Can Help Reduce Stress |
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Some stress is normal (and even healthy), but if it’s keeping you from functioning in your day-to-day life it may be time to take a second look. Simple methods for reducing stress include breathing exercises and mindfulness. Studies show that these self-care strategies can lead to better mental health and positive emotions. Read more.
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For more ways you can take care of your mental health if you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed or anxious, we encourage you to take a look at our other blogs:
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National Faith HIV/AIDS Awareness Day unites communities of faith with communities of persons living with HIV/AIDS. |
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VIRGINIA RENT RELIEF PROGRAM (RRP)
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The Virginia Relief Program (RRP) is designed to support and ensure housing stability across the commonwealth during the coronavirus pandemic. Depending on availability of funds and household need, the RRP may provide financial assistance for rent payments for eligible households. This includes financial assistance for rent payments past due beginning April 1, 2020 and onward with opportunity for renewal based on availability of funding and the household’s need for additional assistance and continued eligibility. |
Tenants and landlords can easily check their eligibility for Virginia Rent Relief. Tenants interested in applying can check their eligibility by completing the self-assessment at https://dhcd.virginia.gov/rrp or by dialing 2-1-1 on their phones. Property owners, managers and landlords visit the Virginia Housing website http://virginiahousing.com/rentrelief.
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Arthritis is a collection of over 100 different types of joint and connective tissue related diseases. It is one of the most common chronic diseases in the U.S., affecting children and young adults as well as older adults. Arthritis often causes severe joint pain and stiffness, and can lead to permanent joint damage and disability. More than 1 in 4 Virginia adults were diagnosed with arthritis in 2019.
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Thursday, August 5, 2021, 10 - 11 AM
Thursday, September 2, 2021, 10 - 11 AM
Thursday, October 7, 2021, 10 - 11 AM
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"The highest rates of arthritis were found in adults 65 years or older, females, White and low- income individuals." |
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The Arthritis Foundation’s program, Walk With Ease reduces the pain of arthritis and improve your overall health. No matter if you need relief from arthritis pain or just want to be active, the Arthritis Foundation’s six week Walk With Ease program can teach you how to safely make physical activity part of your everyday life. The program includes a guidebook and a walking schedule to get you safely moving toward better health. |
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The Walk With Ease program is offered as a self-guided course or in a community setting; choose the format that best suits you.
Walk With Ease is proven to:
- Reduce the pain and discomfort of arthritis
- Increase balance, strength and walking pace
- Build confidence in your ability to be physically active
- Improve overall health
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“Mind Your Meds” Safe Opioid Medication Use and Disposal |
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Mind Your Meds…
It is so important to keep track of your medications.
You can be in danger if your medications are expired or duplicated.
Any time is a good time to “clean out” your medicine cabinet.
Take these steps to “Mind Your Meds…”
1. Gather your medications, over-the-counter supplements, vitamins, and eye drops.
2. Look over the prescription dates or expiration dates.
3. Separate your expired (old) medications from your current/active medications.
4. Use the list (on the back of this sheet) to write down your current medications.
5. Use this current list for any of your doctor’s appointments.
6. Call your local pharmacist with any questions.
7. Put your old medications in separate bag for disposal.
You can make a difference!
Thank you!
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OMH Invites You to Join the HIV Challenge!
The HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH), in partnership with the HHS Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy (OIDP), has launched a new HIV Challenge, which seeks innovative and effective approaches to increase the use of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) medication and antiretroviral therapy (ART) among racial and ethnic minority individuals. The HIV Challenge, available in English and Spanish, will have three phases. Challenge participants will compete for cash prizes for the design of a concept, development of an approach, and small-scale testing of their approach. Registration deadline for Phase 1 is September 24.
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THE CONVERSATION / LA CONVERSACIÓN
Doctors, nurses, researchers and community health care workers provide facts and dispel misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccines in more than 125 FAQ videos, in English and Spanish, from KFF with the Black Coalition Against COVID and UnidosUS.
All of the content of THE CONVERSATION /LA CONVERSACIÓN is available rights-free for educational use.
The videos are designed to be shared on social and can also be embedded directly from YouTube on your website. Some content is also available for direct download.
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SDoH Database: The HOPE Initiative
The Health Opportunity and Equity (HOPE) Initiative, developed by the National Collaborative for Health Equity, the Texas Health Institute, and the Virginia Commonwealth University, tracks social determinants of health and health outcomes by race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status to help state and federal leaders, advocates, and other stakeholders shape policies and practices that foster health equity. Indicators are organized into five domains: health outcomes, social and economic factors, community and safety factors, physical environment, and access to health care.
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Free Child Care Available While You Get Vaccinated |
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COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
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COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Helpline
844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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Get COVIDWISE today!
Have you added your phone to the COVID fight yet? Download Virginia’s free COVIDWISE Exposure Notifications app today to help protect your community while protecting your privacy!
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Everyone in Virginia Age 12 or Older Is Eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine Now!
Pre-Registration is No Longer Required
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Virginia Partners in Prayer & Prevention Mini-Grant Program
Virginia Partners in Prayer & Prevention will be awarding mini-grants to faith-based communities (places of worship) this coming Fall 2021, as they continue to meet community needs through various outreach efforts, some longstanding, some new, or revealed in the aftermath of this COVID-19 pandemic.
This mini-grant program supports future projects in response to COVID-19 efforts to build community strength, resilience, foster community creativity, and well-being.
More information to come.
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Chronus is offering grants up to $7,500 and in-kind support to nonprofit organizations. The purpose of this program is to support a mentoring program in an organization that is working towards racial equity.
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PeopleForBikes accepts grant applications from non-profit organizations with a focus on bicycling, active transportation or community development; from city or county agencies or departments and from state or federal agencies working locally. PeopleForBikes accepts requests for funding up to $10,000.
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The Virginia Service Foundation is offering $250 Mini Grants to help your organization with supplies for your 9/11 Day of Service projects. The Virginia Service Foundation is a non-profit established, organized and operated to support and assist the Virginia Governor’s Advisory Board on Service and Volunteerism. The Foundation raises funds to support the Advisory Board in accomplishing its goals of supporting community-based initiatives to build stronger communities and enhance existing relationships that address local educational, community development, economic, health, environmental and other social/cultural needs by identifying and involving diverse community service volunteers.
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Wellness for All, a Power of She Fund grant, supports women of color entrepreneurs and organizations committed to making wellness and fitness more accessible and inclusive to female BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities.
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Veronica Cosby, VDH Office of Health Equity
Virginia Partners in Prayer & Prevention
For more information on Virginia P3, visit us here.
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Stay Connected with VDH Updates from the Office of Health Equity. |
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This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). |
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