Upcoming EventsThis series of virtual chats held every Thursday empowers individuals to take better care of their health.
Nyack, N.Y. January 31, 2025 – The Community Health and Wellness Department at Montefiore Nyack Hospital hosts a live, interactive series of online community chats each Thursday from noon to 1:00 p.m. Guest speakers include physicians, health providers and local community resource professionals who address a different topic related to health, wellness and social services each week. There is no fee to participate, but registration is required to access the live chat via Zoom.
Montefiore Nyack Hospital’s Community Health and Wellness provides education opportunities and resources to help empower individuals to take better care of their health. In February, the community chat topics will include mental health, foundational wellness, nutrition and intuitive eating. Interested participants may register for each chat using the following registration link beginning the week of the chat.
February 6, 2025 - Bipolar Disorders
Bipolar Disorders, when left untreated, can affect many areas of life including school or work, relationships, finances and self-care. It increases the risk of suicide, anxiety, eating disorders, and psychosis. Recognize its early symptoms to differentiate between regular mood swings and bipolar disorders.
February 13, 2025 - Schizophrenia: Empowered to Participate
This community chat on schizophrenia promotes active participation throughout every stage of the recovery journey. We will explore the importance of knowing triggers and coping skills, discuss why medication can be an important tool alongside supportive treatments, and review strategies to prepare for a doctor’s appointment.
February 20, 2025 - Cultivating Healthy Food Environments at Home
Parents and caregivers can help kids have a better relationship with food, changing from a “health lens” to an “all foods fit” model. In this presentation, we will review general nutrition guidelines for children and offer parents tips to incorporate mindful and intuitive eating principles that help their children develop a lifelong nutritious and peaceful relationship with food.
February 27, 2025 - Foundational Wellness: Natural Solutions for Lasting Health
Foundational wellness is the key to lasting health and vitality. Join us for a transformative webinar to learn how to strengthen your wellness foundation with simple, natural strategies, including the powerful support of essential oils.
Registration is free and begins one week prior to each community chat at https://bit.ly/3EuXSNx. If you cannot attend the live online chat, a recording can be viewed after the event. To view the library of past conversations and topics, subscribe to Montefiore Nyack Community Chats on YouTube.
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