ST. PETERSBURG HEALTHY START FEDERAL PROJECT
VOLUME 3, ISSUE 1
CATCH UP WITH C.R.E.E.D. “Communities Creating Racial Equality and Ending Disparities”
*JANUARY 2014
C.R.E.E.D.’S HOLIDAY SOCIAL SUCCESS INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
By Kimberly Brown-Williams, Community Services Supervisor
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
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BIRTH DEFECTS PREVENTION
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HEALTH SEGMENT
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COMMUNITY CLASSES & EVENTS
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EVENT CALENDARS
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The advisory board for Healthy Start Federal hosted their 3rd annual holiday social at All Children's Education and Conference Center on Monday, December 9. The children of parents involved with the program called "C.R.E.E.D." preformed at the event. Agencies represented included: RClub, The Kidz Club, Lutheran Services FL, Sanderlin Family Center, Midtown Health Council, FL-Department of Health, Pinellas Public Library Cooperative-Born to Read program, the Healthy Start Coalition and various community members. In addition, C.R.E.E.D. members and invited guest donated toys to The Gathering of Women, Inc. This group works within the community to provide needy families with a Christmas meal and gifts. The Gathering of Women expect to serve over 300 families this year.
Next CREED Meeting: February 10, 2014 Monday @ 6:00 pm All Children’s Education & Conference Center, 701 4th Street South, St.Petersburg, FL 33701
See Page 2 for more event photos
IF NOT US, THEN WHO? C.R.E.E.D.
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” ~William James American philosopher
*NEWSLETTERS ARE PUBLISHED QUARTERLY. (January, April, July, and October)
“No One can do Everything, But Everyone can do Something.” -Anonymous
OUTREACH
WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? By Amber Tellis, Consortium Coordinator
Your local association is a vital part of any community. Whether you live in a rural area, a small community or a large city, people are interested in the activities of those who have an impact on their lives and on the lives of their family or friends. As a member of the C.R.E.E.D. Community Action Group , you can play a vital role in shaping many lives, enhancing the human relationship and knowledge of communicating; with the mission of making a positive impact. This is C.R.E.E.D’s principle of touching every ones heart and knowing the needs of the community. So it’s important to ask, What are you doing to make a difference in your community? Get involved! For more info on C.R.E.E.D. please visit www.allkids.org/healthystart
EVENT PHOTOS
To view even more event photos, please visit C.R.E.E.D. Facebook Page
NATIONAL BIRTH DEFECTS PREVENTION MONTH Approximately one in every 33 babies is born with a birth defect each year in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines a birth defect as a problem that happens while the baby is developing in the mother’s body. Babies born with birth defects have a greater chance of illness and long-term disability. Both genetic and environmental factors can cause birth defects. While 60 to 70 percent of birth defects are unknown, there are some simple steps a woman can take to lower her risk of having a baby with a birth defect. These include: • Getting enough folic acid every day before and during pregnancy. • Not smoking, using recreational drugs, or drinking alcohol while pregnant. • Preventing infection. • Avoiding certain medications (and other chemicals). • Getting regular prenatal care. • Eating properly. • Making sure all vaccinations are up to date. Information from The Health Finder (www.healthfinder.gov)
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VOLUME 3, ISSUE 1
HEALTH SEGMENT
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS... IN ONE YEAR, OUT THE OTHER
To view full article, please visit http://www.webmd.com/balance/features/new-
By Neil Osterweil, WebMD Contributor
This year, try giving resolutions a rest and just do your best. Here's a New Year's resolution anyone can keep: Resolve not to make any more New Year's resolutions. Now, wasn't that easy. If you're trying to pay down your credit cards, quit smoking, get a new job, find a mate, or shed some excess poundage, abandoning New Year's resolutions won't get you off the hook.
New Year’s Resolutions
But by setting more realistic goals for yourself and not limiting yourself to a once-a -year, do-or-die, all-out assault on that Everest of debt, those flabby thighs, or the hideous wallpaper you keep meaning to replace, you may find that the finish line isn't so far away after all. Or as the Rolling Stones put it, "you can't always get what you want, but if you try sometime, you just might find you get what you need." Article from The WebMD (www.webmd.com)
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Are you interested in Volunteering with C.R.E.E.D.? C.R.E.E.D. is a Community Action Group where volunteers can gain experience with great opportunities! Volunteers may also gain a sense of community service within a positive group and share the spirit of generosity with others. For more information, please contact Amber @ 727.767.4731.
Outreach
Advocacy
Fundraising
Training
And More!
Did YOU KNOW?...
MEMBER OF THE MONTH C.R.E.E.D. would like to acknowledge Calvin Williams as the member of the month. Calvin is a teacher with a genuine passion to make a difference starting with youth. That passion is also instilled in his service to the St. Petersburg community. He is also active with the “MENtality” men’s group to support and promote male involvement in the community. Thank you Mr. Williams for your hard work and positive enthusiasm.
HEALTH DISPARITIES ARE PREVENTABLE DIFFERENCES IN THE BURDEN OF DISEASE, INJURY, VIOLENCE, OR OPPORTUNITIES TO ACHIEVE OPTIMAL HEALTH THAT ARE EXPERIENCED BY SOCIALLY DISADVANTAGED POPULATIONS. Defined by The Center of Disease Control (www.CDC.gov)
Mr. Calvin Williams and wife Mrs. Kimberly Brown-Williams
U P C O M I N G C L A S S E S
Please visit us on the web @ www.allkids.org/healthystart
C O M M U N I T Y & E V E N T S
Class/Description
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Raising your MENTALITY Men’s Group
Creed Community Consortium
*Come out and gain support, community resources and network with like-minded men.
@CreedConsortium
Operation PAR Parenting Classes
ST. PETERSBURG HEALTHY START FEDERAL PROJECT
*Need parenting classes? Operation PAR offers a variety of parenting programs for FREE.
For more information about C.R.E.E.D. or how to get involved, contact-
*Please call for next meeting date and time. All Children’s Education and Conference Center, 701 4th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 *For more info please contact Genny 727-551-5192. Operation PAR Child Development and Family Guidance Center, 1930 4th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
For more class information, please visit website or call 727.767.6780 .
Amber Tellis, Consortium Coordinator Phone: 727-767-4731
All events are free and open to the public!
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COMMUNITY EVENTS 29th Annual MLK Battle of the Bands & Drum Line Extravaganza, Saturday, January 19th
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~Located at Tropicana Field, (1 Tropicana drive, St. Petersburg, Florida 33705) Event begins at 4pm FMI visit www.mlknationalparade.org 29th Annual MLK Parade, Saturday, January 20th
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*Creed Meeting: February 10, 2014 @ 6pm , Location: All Children’s Education & Conference Center (701 4th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701), Remember to bring a friend!
~Located at Tropicana Field, (Downtown St. Petersburg) Parade begins at 11am FMI visit www.mlknationalparade.org
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“LOCALTOPIA”– A Community Celebration of all things local, Saturday, February 1st ~Located at Williams Park, (330 2nd Ave N., St.Petersburg, FL 33701), 11am to 7pm FMI call 813-500-7708
Monday, February 10th ~All Children’s Education & Conference Center, (701 4th Street South, St.Petersburg, FL 33701), 6pm
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C.R.E.E.D. is a Community Action group committed to improving the health and well-being of the St.Petersburg area through outreach, education, and advocacy.
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Published January 2014 by Amber Tellis, Consortium Coordinator & Kimberly Brown-Williams, Community Services Supervisor.