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View this email in your browser  HEALTHY LEE JUNE 2024 NEWSLETTER June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month  Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is an opportunity to join the global conversation about the brain, Alzheimer’s disease, and other dementias. Everyone is at risk of develop- ing Alzheimer’s, a fatal disease that cannot be prevented, cured, or even slowed. During the month of June, the Alzheimer’s Association asks people around the world to “go purple” and fight Alzheimer’s disease. Learn More Community Partner Happenings  Youth Homelessness Health and Wellbeing The Shareet Cares Project’s mission is to prevent youth and young adults ages 6 – 21 from becoming or remaining homeless. Driven by youth voices and community stakeholders. Read More  Healthy Lee Lifestyle Coalition Meeting Health and Wellness Please join us for the next Healthy Lee Life- style Coalition Meeting, where we have two guest speakers and will receive an update on programs and initiatives developed based on the triennial Community Needs Health Assess- ment (CHNA) survey’s findings. June 6, 2024 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Read More  Normal Is Overrated Behavioral Health This year’s program, focused on open and supportive conversations about mental health, will include inspiring stories from local students with first-hand experience. June 8, 2024 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Read More  Experiencing Homelessness and In Need of Permanent Housing? Health and Wellness Coordinated Entry System (CES) ensures that all people experiencing a housing crisis have access to limited community resources. Offered through Lee County Department of Human & Veteran Ser- vices. Read More  2023 Community Health Needs Assessment Presentation Health and Wellness We invite you to a pivotal event as we continue our collaborative efforts to improve the health and well-being of our community. Join us for the 2023 Community Health Needs Assessment Presentation of Findings from esteemed community experts. June 20, 2024 8:30-11:30 am Location: Collaboratory Read More  NEW Dementia Driving Crossroads Course Behavioral Health Are you caring for someone with dementia who is still driving? The Dubin Center is offering a 1.5-hour evidence-based course designed to help families of those living with dementia decide when and how their loved one should limit or stop driving. Classes monthly begin- ning on June 13, 2024. Read More  Life Skills Series Behavioral Health Pathways to Opportunities presents Life Skills Series courses that are designed for adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities who want to gain independence and experience new opportunities. July 22 – July 26 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. daily Read More  Healthy Life Center Classes View and RSVP for Classes Important Information  Increased coverage access for DACA recipients, allowing them to enroll in a Qualified Health Plan or Basic Health Program. Read More  Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. June 1-14, 2024, and August 24-September 6, 2024. Read More  When handling fireworks, safety should always come first. It’s crucial to read and understand all packaging instructions thoroughly. Read More Highlights from Healthy Lee  National Senior Health & Fitness Day! Health and Wellness May 29th was an exceptional experience for the residents of Lee County, with Healthy Lee promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles for Seniors hosted by the Fort Myers Department of Parks and Recreation’s Sam Fleishman Regional Sports Complex. Many educational vendors were present, and blood pressure and Body Mass Index (BMI) screenings were available. Fifteen people were screened for Blood Pressure by the American Heart Association, Ten had balance screenings offered by Stabilized Steps, and nine participated in BMI screenings offered by the Healthy Life Center. Yoga, meditation, and Tai Chi were demonstrated, along with many vendors offering information on stroke, heart disease, dementia, music therapy, behavioral health, and much more. Missy Beck attended and said she was very impressed by the event’s organization and the resources available in our community. She said she never knew there was so much offered for seniors, such as the Area Agency on Aging and the Neighbor- hood Network. Not to mention United Way 211, which refers people to local social resources, and the ReUnite Program, which helps locate those with cognitive challenges if they wander. Many community partners, such as the Department of Health, Harry Chapin Food Bank, and Lee Health, were on hand to provide our seniors with a fun day filled with activities focused on health and well-being.  The Healthy Lee movement was created to empower and inspire visitors and the people of SWFL to live a life of optimal health and well-being by making healthy lifestyle choices through education and action. This newsletter gives you access to our valuable resources and news. Please feel free to submit your organization’s events to www.HealthyLee.com under the Events tab. If you require assistance, please email [email protected]. Read More Follow Us on Social    Copyright © 2024 Healthy Lee, All rights reserved. You are receiving email communication from Healthy Lee because you signed up for the Million Mile Movement Challenge or the 5210 Pledge. If you believe you received this message in error, please see unsubscribe link in this email. 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