Health Fair UPDATE Friday, September 28th 1-6pm!

[CVX Commission on Aging]

Join us on Friday, September 28th, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Beaver Island Community School for our Health and Human Services Fair.

There will be many on-island and off-island organizations present to offer information that can benefit you financially, emotionally, and physically.

The informative afternoon will also feature presentations, speakers, and demonstrations. Join Dr. Brad Grassmick from 2-3:00 p.m. as he explores the heart and healthy habits with BI Community School students. A dissection of an elk heart will take place as well as demonstrations of EKGs, and the effects of diet and exercise. Useful information for all ages!

Representatives will be available to answer questions. Stop by just after lunch, when you pick your students up after school, or right before dinner. There will be something helpful and interesting there for everyone!

Stay tuned for more details!

[CVX Commission on Aging]

Beaver Island Health and Human Services Fair Update!

The BI Community School 5th- thru 12th-Grade Students will be participating in a "Health and Human Services Fair Information Hunt" on Friday, September 28th from 1-6pm!

Join them and see if you can answer these questions!

• How and how long should you wash your hands for "healthy" purposes?
  
  What is a disease that animals can transmit to humans called?
  
  What kind of "gun" does the Beaver Island EMS carry in its equipment?

The BI Fire Department and BIEMS will have mobile rigs available for touring on-site at the BI Community School, plus Island Airways will have the new Emergency Air Transport available at Island Airways for touring from 2-5pm. Charlevoix County Transit System Shuttles will be available starting at 2pm for those who wish to be transported from the school to Island Airways and back. A great opportunity to see and learn about our Island's Emergency preparedness!

NEXT UPDATE: the Health Fair is GREAT--even for the Family Pet!
Statistics prove our "furry friends" help keep us happy--and healthy. Find valuable information on doing the same for them!

[CVX Commission on Aging]

Beaver Island Health and Human Services Fair Update!

The BI Community School 5th- thru 12th-Grade Students will be participating in a "Information Hunt" at the Health and Human Services Fair on Friday, September 28th, 1-6pm!

Join them and see if you can answer these questions!

• What Beaver Islander could get you started in ordering bulk organic foods?
  
  What Federal organization has as part of its aim to "improve the economic and environmental climate in rural communities"?
  
  What is the most common cause of fires on Beaver Island?
  
  What does "RSVP" stand for at this fair?

Studies have proven that pets not only enhance our well-being but can actually help improve our health and help us live longer! So keeping your pet healthy and happy helps keep you healthy and happy!

Andy Kohls of Andy's Grooming & Boarding Barn will be on hand to advise on daily diet, exercise, obedience, grooming and regular "maintenance" needs for a healthy pet.

Jacque LaFreniere, Canine Massage Therapist, will demonstrate some canine massage techniques, as well as discuss the variety of benefits of canine massage therapy.

NEXT UPDATE: the Health Fair is for mind, body and spirit! The state-of-mind is connected to the state-of-body, well like the leg bone's connected to the hip bone! Find out information on brain health, relaxation, meditation, pain relief, and more.

[CVX Commission on Aging]

Beaver Island Health and Human Services Fair Update!

The BI Community School 5th- thru 12th-Grade Students will be participating in an "Information Hunt" at the Health and Human Services Fair on Friday, September 28th, 1-6pm!

Join them and see if you can answer these questions!

• How many families does the BI Food Pantry serve in a year?
  
  Which organization works to provide information and education to parents of children with special needs?
  
  What organization (which helps families facing the death of a loved one) offers bereavement programs?
  
  Who is a Beaver Islander that might be able to help you learn some new calming and relaxation techniques?

Being healthy and fit requires attention to the body, the brain, and the â??spiritâ?￾. At 4:30pm Seamus Norgaard will present the benefits and techniques of Celtic Body Prayers®, an approach to balancing body with gentle exercise, mind with meditation and spirit with prayer.

NEXT UPDATE: the Health Fair is full of information for healthy aging! Cholesterol screenings, bone density testing, brain health, physical therapy, housing, continuing education, recreation and more!

[CVX Commission on Aging]

Beaver Island Health and Human Services Fair Update!

The BI Community School 5th- thru 12th-Grade Students will be participating in an "Information Hunt" at the Health and Human Services Fair on Friday, September 28th, 1-6pm!

Join them and see if you can answer these questions!

• How many two-bedroom units does Forest View Senior Housing have?
  
  Which organization in Northwest lower Michigan could help your family with home weatherization?
  
  What is the name of an organization that can help with foreclosure prevention?
  
  What individual could help you with rehabilitation after a serious injury to one of your arms?

Healthy aging is a daily habit! Many of the over 30 on- and off-island organizations gathered at the Health Fair have valuable services, information and resources available to help us age in a healthy, safe and active way--every day.

Non-fasting cholesterol screenings (no need to worry about that picnic lunch!) and bone density testing will be available on-site.

NEXT UP: The Health and Human Services Fair arrives! Join us for an engaging afternoon of information, education, fun and prizes! Cookbooks, tote bags, first aid kit, $50 gift cards, laptop cooler, automatic blood pressure monitor, stuffed animals and more!