Building Healthy Communities
Reducing Health Disparities in Elementary Schools
Building Healthy Communities is a school-based program focused on addressing the social determinants of health that have contributed to wide disparities in many communities across Michigan.
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Since 2009 the statewide program has reached:
Schools
Teachers
Students & Families
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Building Healthy Communities: Reducing Health Disparities in Elementary Schools
Make the dinner table a safe space.! Turn off electronics and use this time to connect. When kids feel their emotions are met with respect and care, they open up, trust, and share more. Let’s nurture honesty and vulnerability together. 💬❤️ #TheMagicOfMeals #NoPhoneZone #BuildingHealthyCommunities
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Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential! Taking time to "fill your own cup" helps you recharge, reduce stress, and boost your overall well-being. 💕 Whether it’s reading a book, enjoying a walk, or just a moment of quiet, prioritizing YOU leads to better mental and physical health. 🌸 Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. 🌿💫 #SelfCare #Wellness #FillYourCup #BuildingHealthyCommunities
Food is fuel, but it’s also a mood booster! 🍎🥗✨ Incorporating whole, nutrient-packed foods like fresh fruits, veggies, and omega-3-rich meals can help balance your energy and brighten your day. 🌞💚 Remember, what you eat can nourish not just your body but your mind too!#MoodFood #HealthyLiving #FuelYourHappiness #BuildingHealthyCommunities
✨ Cheers to a New Year of Mindful Growth & Healthy Resolutions! 🥂🌿As 2024 comes to an end, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on what’s truly important and set mindful intentions for the year ahead. 🌟This New Year, instead of focusing on perfection, let’s commit to:🌱 Nurturing our bodies with nourishing foods, movement, and rest.💆♀️ Prioritizing mental well-being by practicing mindfulness, gratitude, and self-compassion.🧘 Embracing balance—finding harmony between work, relaxation, and connection with loved ones.💫 Setting realistic goals that inspire progress, not pressure.🌻 Being kinder to ourselves, recognizing that growth is a journey, not a race.May 2025 be the year we show up as our best, most authentic selves, with intention, love, and care for both our bodies and minds. #MindfulNewYear #HealthyResolutions #GrowthAndGratitude #NewYearNewGoals #SelfCareJourney #EmbraceBalance#BuildingHealthyCommunities
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