News Flash

Health & Human Services

Posted on: September 6, 2022

Sept. 6, 2022 - Wellness-focused series for young people to kick off today

Young people ages 16 to 26 years old are invited to learn about the importance of mental and physical wellness at the Humboldt County Transition-Age Youth Collaboration (HCTAYC) Youth Advisory Board’s (YAB) virtual and in-person wellness series. This year’s series is being hosted in partnership with the Eureka Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.

At the Transition-Age Youth (TAY) center, the focus is programming around the Eight Dimensions of Wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Intellectual, Physical, Occupational, Spiritual, Social and Financial. The aim of the wellness series is to hit on most of the dimensions. 

Participants who RSVP to these virtual and in-person events can schedule to have workshop supplies, wellness packs and snack and meal packages delivered to them, as well as be entered into a raffle to win big ticket wellness prizes at the closing BBQ. 

Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Social Worker and HCTAYC Youth Organizer Rosemary Shultz said, “Connection and community between young people is more important than ever, and we at HCTAYC encourage any young people ages 16-26 to RSVP for Wellness Series workshops.” 

The Zoom IDs are the same across all workshops. Participants of in-person workshops will be provided with a rapid COVID-19 test and proper PPE. Participants can RVSP 48 hours in advance by emailing staff@hctayc.org or calling 707-476-4922. Transportation is available upon request. 

Schedule of Events

Opening Kick Off: Tuesday, Sept. 6, in the TAY parking lot (433 M St., Eureka) and via Zoom. 3 to 4:30pm 

  • Onigiri workshop demonstration by YAB Sequoia member Alexis
  • Receive wellness packs and be in community with transition-age youth
  • Learn about the upcoming workshops and RSVP
  • Zoom ID: 161 232 1979.

Madaket Tour and Ice Cream: Friday, Sept. 9, at the foot of C St., Eureka 9:30 a.m. to noon

  • Meet at the Madaket launch point at 9:30 a.m. 
  • Madaket guided tour 10 to 11:20 a.m.
  • Living the Dream Ice Cream afterward
  • The boat holds up to 42, and lots of spaces are available.

Setting Foundations for Healthy Relationships with Bruce Kaye: Friday, Sept. 9, over Zoom 3 to 4 p.m.

  • Learn about healthy relationships from Navajo Elder Bruce Kaye
  • Zoom ID: 161 232 1979.

Glen and Ted at the Lube Rack (with special guest Dana): Tuesday, Sept. 13, 10 to 11 a.m. in person across from TAY at the Lube Rack, 1232 Fifth St., #0637, Eureka

  • Learn how to check oil, fluids and tire pressures and how often to complete these tasks
  • Learn how doing these things affects your safety on the road and can save you money in the long run by preventing costly repairs
  • 10 participant capacity.

Situational Self Defense with Sarah James: Tuesday, Sept. 13, 3 to 5 p.m. in person at 1215 Giuntoli Lane, Arcata 

  • Transportation provided
  • Safe space to discuss and practice basic self-defense strategies
  • This class will help empower participants to recognize when, where and how to defend themselves when they feel like they are in danger.

Cards From the Stars Tarot Reading Workshop: Friday, Sept. 16, 3 to 5 p.m. via Zoom

  • YAB Sequoia member Lucius will give a presentation and application of the history and symbolism of Tarot and its connection to astrology
  • Readings will be offered, and participants are encouraged to give their own readings
  • Tarot cards will be provided to all attendees.
  • Zoom ID: 161 232 1979.

How to Build Financial Wellness Through Savings: Tuesday, Sept. 20, 1 to 3 p.m. via Zoom

  • Presented by HCTAYC co-founder Jamie Lee Evans 
  • Come hear stories about how people save money and learn some tips on how to build financial health through saving little bits at a time
  • Zoom ID: 161 232 1979.

Upcycling and Recycling: Friday, Sept. 23, 3 to 5 p.m. via Zoom

  • YAB Sapling Dorothy will lead a discussion on the importance of reducing our carbon footprint
  • Participants will create unique pieces of art and customize t-shirts using all thrifted and free-sourced materials
  • Zoom ID: 161 232 1979.

True Self Makeover: Tips on Becoming Your True Self: Tuesday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to noon in person at the TAY parking lot 433 M St., Eureka

  • YAB member Venus and Peer Coach Jessica will give a demonstration and workshop on one’s inner self and perfecting it to match how one presents on the outside 
  • Makeovers will allow participants to have a base starting point they can continue to work on outside of our time together
  • Beauty items provided.

Wellness Series Closing BBQ: Tuesday, Sept. 27, 3 to 4:30 p.m. in-person at the TAY parking lot 433 M St., Eureka

  • Meal Provided
  • Learn more about the CalFresh program, healthy eating and applying for benefits 
  • Reflect on the past month of Wellness Series activities
  • Participate in a raffle for big-ticket wellness items including weighted blankets, air fryer and Nintendo Switch!

 

###

Follow us on
Twitter: twitter.com/HumCoDHHS and
Facebook: facebook.com/HumCoDHHS

HCTAYC Wellness 2022 (PDF)
Facebook Twitter Email

Other News in Health & Human Services

This summer stay safe near the water

Posted on: June 17, 2021

Cyanobacteria in the Mad River

Posted on: May 28, 2021

Low-cost rabies vaccines

Posted on: May 25, 2021

Wet weather test period begins today

Posted on: March 8, 2021

Three test positive at Sempervirens

Posted on: December 15, 2020

Holiday Food Safety

Posted on: November 23, 2020

Quitting smoking starts with one day

Posted on: November 13, 2020

Dry weather test period extended

Posted on: October 2, 2020

Cyanobacteria confirmed in Mad River

Posted on: September 15, 2020

Low-cost rabies vaccines available

Posted on: July 28, 2020

COVID-19 CDC guidance for businesses

Posted on: February 24, 2020

Dental Health Fair offers free screenings

Posted on: February 19, 2020

Wet weather test period begins today

Posted on: February 3, 2020
Dr. Frankovich, DHHS Health Officer

County welcomes new Health Officer

Posted on: January 30, 2020

Food safety helps keep holidays healthy

Posted on: November 26, 2019
DHHSConnectFall2019_Thumb

DHHS Connect Fall 2019

Posted on: November 22, 2019

Quitting smoking starts with one day

Posted on: November 20, 2019

Restaurant inspection records now online

Posted on: November 4, 2019

Food safety during a power outage

Posted on: October 25, 2019

Water efficiency workshop scheduled

Posted on: September 17, 2019

Second annual Healthy Snack Day coming up

Posted on: September 11, 2019

Seventh annual Wellness Week kicks off

Posted on: August 12, 2019
SpringConnect2019_sm

DHHS Connect Summer 2019

Posted on: July 3, 2019
DHHSConnect_Spring2019

Spring 2019 DHHS Connect

Posted on: April 19, 2019

Wet weather test period extended

Posted on: March 29, 2019

Wet weather test period begins today

Posted on: February 11, 2019
WinterDHHSConnect

Winter DHHS Connect

Posted on: December 17, 2018

Make holiday food safety a priority

Posted on: November 19, 2018

Dry weather test period extended

Posted on: October 1, 2018
DHHSConnect-Summer2018

DHHS Connect - Summer 2018

Posted on: September 6, 2018

Sixth annual Wellness Week planned

Posted on: August 2, 2018

June 27 is National HIV Testing Day

Posted on: June 25, 2018

This single question can save a life

Posted on: June 12, 2018

May is Hepatitis Awareness Month

Posted on: May 17, 2018
DHHS Connect Spring 2018

DHHS Connect Spring 2018

Posted on: April 18, 2018

CWS opens Office of the Ombudsperson

Posted on: April 13, 2018

LAMP approved by North Coast Water Board

Posted on: February 22, 2018

Wet weather test period begins today

Posted on: January 29, 2018
SquareCover-Winter2018

DHHS Connect Winter 2018

Posted on: January 11, 2018

Start 2018 with emergency preparedness

Posted on: December 21, 2017

Make holiday food safety a priority

Posted on: November 21, 2017

Final LAMP available for review

Posted on: October 31, 2017
10-2017_Square-NewsFlash

DHHS Connect Fall 2017

Posted on: October 4, 2017

Dry weather test period extended

Posted on: October 3, 2017

Cyanobacteria confirmed in Big Lagoon

Posted on: September 1, 2017
DHHSConnect0717

DHHS Connect Summer 2017

Posted on: July 11, 2017

Low-cost rabies vaccines available

Posted on: May 10, 2017

New Public Health Director Named

Posted on: May 3, 2017

Redwood Coast Career Fair Tuesday

Posted on: April 26, 2017

Wet weather test period extended

Posted on: April 17, 2017

Career Fair scheduled for May 2

Posted on: April 14, 2017

DHHS Connect Spring 2017

Posted on: April 10, 2017

Cal-Learn helps young parents thrive

Posted on: March 17, 2017

Make preteen vaccines a priority

Posted on: February 14, 2017

Dog tests positive for rabies

Posted on: February 7, 2017

Cervical health promoted

Posted on: January 27, 2017

Kick smoking for good in 2017

Posted on: January 11, 2017

DHHS Connect Winter 2016-2017

Posted on: December 28, 2016

Keep the holidays happy with food safety

Posted on: December 21, 2016

Volunteers needed for Point-in-Time count

Posted on: December 15, 2016

Wet weather test period opens

Posted on: December 12, 2016

World AIDS Day recognized Dec. 1

Posted on: November 29, 2016

Veterans' service recognized year-round

Posted on: November 8, 2016

Housing campaign exceeds goal

Posted on: November 2, 2016

DHHS Connect Oct. 2016

Posted on: October 6, 2016

Housing campaign hits goal early

Posted on: September 15, 2016

Orleans cat tests positive for rabies

Posted on: September 2, 2016

Blue-green algae warning issued

Posted on: July 15, 2016

Redwood Coast Career Fair Friday

Posted on: May 16, 2016

Be a hero to a foster child

Posted on: April 15, 2016

Don’t forget preteen vaccines

Posted on: February 8, 2016

Wet weather test period opens

Posted on: December 21, 2015

FluMist Available Now

Posted on: December 3, 2015

Serve up food safety this holiday season

Posted on: November 23, 2015

Schedule back-to-school vaccines now

Posted on: August 17, 2015

World Breastfeeding Week Fair at WIC

Posted on: August 3, 2015

Blue-green algae warning issued

Posted on: June 17, 2015

Keep water recreation fun and safe

Posted on: June 11, 2015

May is Mental Health Month

Posted on: April 30, 2015

Career Fair May 15

Posted on: April 29, 2015

Gonorrhea rates up in Humboldt County

Posted on: April 17, 2015

West Nile testing starts April 15

Posted on: April 14, 2015

Vaccines for Preteens

Posted on: February 10, 2015

Foster families urgently needed

Posted on: January 30, 2015

Cervical health promoted

Posted on: January 9, 2015

Wet weather test period opens

Posted on: January 5, 2015