Norristown Area CTC & Norristown Violence Prevention Initiative

Happy 143 Day, PA! 143 Day or the 143rd day of the year is a day of kindness in honor of Pennsylvania's most famous neighbor, Mister Rogers. This year we’re celebrating kindness all weekend. Here’s how you can participate: https://143day.dced.pa.gov/

Parents are the most important influence in their children's lives. When we have open, honest, and informed conversations we can help our kids to grow into healthy adults. Join us for a conversation about underage drinking that will support parents with valuable information, as well as guidance for creating an atmosphere of trust and open communication.... To register for the program on May 18, visit: convo.zone/montco2 #HHSMontcoPA

TONIGHT! Join us at 7 p.m. for QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Gatekeeper Training. This training prepares attendees to:... Recognize the warning signs of suicide Ask someone about suicidal thoughts Offer and connect to help Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/norristown-community-qpr-train #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #Norristown #MontCoPA

Join us tomorrow at 7 p.m. for QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Gatekeeper Training. This training prepares attendees to: Recognize the warning signs of suicide Ask someone about suicidal thoughts... Offer and connect to help Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/norristown-community-qpr-train #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #Norristown #MontCoPA

Let's play Prevention Week BINGO! How to Enter for a chance to win: Download the PW Bingo sheet below. Take pictures and post on social media of the things you are able to participate in/complete, with the hashtag #PWBingo... Mark off at least 5 boxes in a row to submit your bingo card for a chance to win a $20 amazon card. Submit your bingo card by Friday, May 14, using Dropbox: https://www.dropbox.com/request/P2Uu8JoyfnK0xCx1b5z2 or, email it to [email protected] #WeArePrevention #PreventionHappensHere #PAPrevention #PApreventionweek

Have you had the vape talk with your child yet? For tips on how to start the conversation and keep the dialogue going, visit TalkAboutVaping.org and prevent your child from a life of nicotine addiction. #TalkAboutVaping #GetYourHeadOutOfTheCloud #HHSMontcoPA #Vaping

Calling all teens! Feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Trying to balance school, friends, and family? Join us on May 5 for a conversation examining how stress and mental wellness affect our daily lives and how to seek help. Learn more and register here:... https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-leadership-series-hope-f Questions? Contact Ty Williams at [email protected]. #MontCoPA #Hope4Tomorrow

Walk-up vaccine availability is available at all #MontCoPA-run #COVID19 clinics starting tomorrow! See the link in the post below for more information.

As #AlcoholAwarenessMonth comes to an end, make sure your family understands each other’s expectations surrounding alcohol and other drugs. Take the pledge together today with #TalkTheyHearYou https://www.samhsa.gov//files/family-form-avoiding-alcohol ... SAMHSA

Victory Church Philadelphia will hold a Job Opportunities Business Seminar (J.O.B.S.) for teens and young adults this Saturday, May 1, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. via ZOOM. The program will introduce #MontCoPA and surrounding area youth to unique jobs and special training that will enrich your future. The workshop is designed to prepare students for the workforce and to build strong and useful skills for their future. Register here:... https://victorychurchphilly.ccbchurch.com//9/responses/new See more

These are uncertain and complex times. Join in the conversation about how to strengthen your family and prepare your children to gain critical, lifelong resilience skills. Parenting in an Age of Uncertainty May 25, 2021 6:30-8 p.m.... Learn more and register here: https://zoom.us//regi/tJUtf-2pqzMsH9Rmpy801wsnYbv98xiZ2gf4 #HHSMontcoPA

1 in 4 US teens has tried vaping. #TalkAboutVaping with your kid(s) before they try it too. Get the facts at TalkAboutVaping.org. #GetYourHeadOutOfTheCloud #HHSMontcoPA #Vaping

COVID-19 TESTING SITE NEW YEAR'S HOLIDAY SCHEDULE - Thursday, 12/31: All sites open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Friday, 1/1: All testing sites will be CLOSED - Saturday, 1/2: Pottstown open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.... Normal hours will resume after the holiday.

A Code Blue has been issued for Montgomery County for the period beginning Monday, December 14, 2020, at 9 p.m. and ending on Saturday, December 19, 2020, at ...9 a.m. During this time, either the temperature or the wind chill is expected to be below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. WHAT TO DO IN "CODE BLUE" CONDITIONS: 1.) Check on elderly friends and neighbors frequently to ensure that their homes are adequately heated. 2.) If you see someone in need of immediate emergency assistance, call or text 9-1-1. 3.) If you or someone you know needs help with temporary shelter from the cold weather or a longer-term housing issue, call Your Way Home at 2-1-1 or text 898-211. Learn more at montcopa.org/codeblue.

HAPPENING TONIGHT! Across the country, most families are challenged by the prospect of a continuing pandemic and its restrictions. These unprecedented times have impacted many of us, adding concerns and anxiety as well as prompting families to better understand how to manage and cope with prolonged stress, especially as parents and caregivers. During this virtual town hall presented by the American Psychiatric Association Foundation, psychiatric leaders will participate in a... candid discussion to help parents and caregivers recognize common signs of stress, learn ways to manage stress, and explore examples of how you can plan stress relief activities for your family. Learn more and register here: https://zoom.us//r/3716055633837/WN_onS8x7JBRICtbLr9YG1XuA

Starting today, the six County-run #COVID19 testing sites will be open for extended hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Today, and every day, we thank you. #VeteransDay #WeRemember #ThankYou