Partners for Healthier Communities

207.490.7033

Elizabeth Johnson, Community Programs Director, x306

Sarah Roberts, Healthy Maine Partnership Director, x309

Patricia Gulnac, Health Promotion Coordinator, x310

Connie Roux, Healthy Maine Partnership Prevention Coord., x311

PHC Quarterly Newsletter

Mission: To mobilize local organizational representatives and interested community members to promote and improve the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve.

One of three Healthy Maine Partnerships (HMP) in York County supported by the Fund for Healthy Maine, Partners for Healthier Communities (PHC), a program of Goodall Hospital, works with area businesses, organizations and interested community members to promote health and wellness through policy and environmental change. Emphasis is placed on the importance of tobacco cessation, proper nutrition, exercise, chronic disease prevention and management, and substance abuse prevention. Free educational resources and support are available for those interested in making a healthy lifestyle change.

Are you interested in getting involved? Please contact the HMP Director at 207.490.7033 to hear about current taskforce and committee opportunities. Youth are encouraged to participate.

Physical Address:

15 Daigle Lane

Sanford, Maine 04073

Mailing Address:

25 June Street

Sanford, Maine 04073

Resources:

As the local Let's Go 5-2-1-0 partner site, Goodall Hospital serves as a community leader in connecting various community sectors to tools needed to effectively promote healthy lifestyles through improved nutrition and increased physical activity. The following links provide information for 5-2-1-0 in school, out of school, for young children, in the workplace and in healthcare.

Worksite Stars of York County

Worksite Stars of York County is a proactive wellness program targeted at helping your employees remain healthy and to keep them as productive members of your team.

207.490.7547; worksitestars@goodallhospital.org

Worksite Starts of York County Brochure

Alcohol and Your Teen

A resource guide containing information on the number of Maine teens who participate in underage drinking; dangerous effects of alcohol use on teen's health; and tips on how to talk with your teen about alcohol use. Call 207.490.7704, ext. 311 to receive a guide.

Quit for Good! A Tobacco Cessation Program

A straightforward four-part series centered on helping individuals quit smoking. Participants will be given resources and the support needed to assist them in their efforts to kick the habit. Facilitated by Tobacco Control Specialst Denise Paquette this series typically meets at Goodall Hospital from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. However, in 2011 there will be three series for target groups; Pregnant Mothers & Expectant Fathers, Seniors and Social Club Members, that will be held offsite. For more information and upcoming sessions please call 207.490.7704, ext. 311 or click here.

Wellness Guide

This guide includes resources on physical activity, nutrition and overall wellness. To receive a guide, call 207.490-7033 or click here.

Healthy Maine Walks

This website provides information on how to find a walking route near you, to share information about walking routes, or to find out how to create one. www.healthymainewalks.org

Goodall Healthy Weight Initiative

The Goodall Healthy Weight Initiative is comprised of area organizations, physicians, businesses, and interested community members who are passionate about improving the health of the community through increased physical activity and improved nutrition. Volunteers are needed to bring the efforts of the group to the next level.

We need YOUR help with:

Incorporating healthy messages on signs throughout the community
Coordinating cooking classes
Developing physical activity challenges for families
Creating a buddy system for those looking for an exercise partner

If you are interested in donating as little as 30 minutes of your time, we can find a task for you! If you are interested in getting involved, please contact Sarah Roberts at 207-490-7033 ext. 309 or via email at sroberts@goodallhospital.org