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Tokay Senior Fitness Center (Fayetteville)

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Tokay Senior Fitness Center is open to the public five days a week and offers fitness equipment (including treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals, weight machines, free weights, exercise mats and balls, and table tennis tables), as well as fitness and wellness programs and classes, including fitness classes for multiple levels of ability, falls-prevention fitness classes […]

Tokay Senior Fitness Center (Fayetteville)

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Tokay Senior Fitness Center is open to the public five days a week and offers fitness equipment (including treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals, weight machines, free weights, exercise mats and balls, and table tennis tables), as well as fitness and wellness programs and classes, including fitness classes for multiple levels of ability, falls-prevention fitness classes […]

Gee Corbett Village Adult Life Success Center

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Services Provided Congregate Meals Offered at noon, 5 days a week, contributions accepted Transportation Door to Door service for medical, shopping, center activities and trips (nominal fee charge) Case Management Enables seniors to live independently through, monitoring, advocacy, follow up and information and referral Information and Referral Legal and tax assistance Social Security Elder Abuse […]

Gee Corbett Village Adult Life Success Center

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Services Provided Congregate Meals Offered at noon, 5 days a week, contributions accepted Transportation Door to Door service for medical, shopping, center activities and trips (nominal fee charge) Case Management Enables seniors to live independently through, monitoring, advocacy, follow up and information and referral Information and Referral Legal and tax assistance Social Security Elder Abuse […]

Vance County Senior Center

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Vance County Senior Center strives to enhance the quality of life for the aging population of our county. They promote the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and economic well-being of Vance County seniors through advocacy, recreation, nutrition, information and education. They pledge to enrich as many lives as they can by supporting independence and vitality […]

Vance County Senior Center

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Vance County Senior Center strives to enhance the quality of life for the aging population of our county. They promote the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and economic well-being of Vance County seniors through advocacy, recreation, nutrition, information and education. They pledge to enrich as many lives as they can by supporting independence and vitality […]

Franklin County Department of Aging

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Franklin County Department of Aging strives to enrich the lives of Senior Citizens in Franklin County. They offer a friendly place for fun, fellowship, educational programming. The Department of Aging has two Senior Centers in Franklin County. The original center is located in Franklinton and the second center is located in Louisburg. Activities of […]

Franklin County Department of Aging

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Franklin County Department of Aging strives to enrich the lives of Senior Citizens in Franklin County. They offer a friendly place for fun, fellowship, educational programming. The Department of Aging has two Senior Centers in Franklin County. The original center is located in Franklinton and the second center is located in Louisburg. Activities of […]

Caswell County Senior Services

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Caswell County Senior Services Mission: To “enrich the lives of Caswell Senior adults by responding to their diverse needs and interests.”  Their goals are to provide recreation and educational opportunities as well as fellowship for Caswell County citizens 55 plus years of age.  Some programs may have ages that vary, such as the nutrition programs […]

Caswell County Senior Services

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Caswell County Senior Services Mission: To “enrich the lives of Caswell Senior adults by responding to their diverse needs and interests.”  Their goals are to provide recreation and educational opportunities as well as fellowship for Caswell County citizens 55 plus years of age.  Some programs may have ages that vary, such as the nutrition programs […]

Stanly County Senior Services

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The purpose of the Senior Services Department is to enhance the quality of life for older adults in Stanly County by providing a range of services, programs, supports, and opportunities for adults 60 years old and older. Programs and Services include: Educational and Social Programs Fitness and Health Programs Enrichment and Skills Classes Day and […]

Stanly County Senior Services

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The purpose of the Senior Services Department is to enhance the quality of life for older adults in Stanly County by providing a range of services, programs, supports, and opportunities for adults 60 years old and older. Programs and Services include: Educational and Social Programs Fitness and Health Programs Enrichment and Skills Classes Day and […]

The Iredell Council on Aging

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The mission of Iredell Council on Aging is to improve the quality of life of Iredell Seniors through the provision of services in the home and community. The Iredell Council on Aging (COA) is the lead agency in Iredell County for aging services. Programs and Services: Two Senior Centers Each features a variety of programs […]

The Iredell Council on Aging

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The mission of Iredell Council on Aging is to improve the quality of life of Iredell Seniors through the provision of services in the home and community. The Iredell Council on Aging (COA) is the lead agency in Iredell County for aging services. Programs and Services: Two Senior Centers Each features a variety of programs […]

Gaston County Senior Center

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Programs and Services at the Gaston County Senior Center: Ongoing Classes, Clubs & Events: Fitness Fusion Yoga Stretch Zumba Gold Arthritis Exercise Line Dance Tai Chi Use It or Lose it Craft Club Bridge Club Lunch & Learns Monthly Dances Table tennis Open Play Writer’s Club Walking club Bingo Game Night Bocce Club Open Mic […]

Gaston County Senior Center

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Programs and Services at the Gaston County Senior Center: Ongoing Classes, Clubs & Events: Fitness Fusion Yoga Stretch Zumba Gold Arthritis Exercise Line Dance Tai Chi Use It or Lose it Craft Club Bridge Club Lunch & Learns Monthly Dances Table tennis Open Play Writer’s Club Walking club Bingo Game Night Bocce Club Open Mic […]

Cabarrus County LunchPlus Clubs

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The LunchPlus Club is more than just a nutritious meal. It’s a Wellness Program that provides a a variety of fun, exercise and educational activities to engage participants socially, physically and mentally, as well as health screenings. For participant convenience, six (6) locations throughout Cabarrus County are available: Concord, Midland, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Mt. Pleasant and […]

Cabarrus County LunchPlus Clubs

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The LunchPlus Club is more than just a nutritious meal. It’s a Wellness Program that provides a a variety of fun, exercise and educational activities to engage participants socially, physically and mentally, as well as health screenings. For participant convenience, six (6) locations throughout Cabarrus County are available: Concord, Midland, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Mt. Pleasant and […]

Catawba County Seniors Morning Out

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Seniors Morning Out is a half-day program for persons 60 or older who live in Catawba County. The program operates Monday through Thursday except for holidays and inclement weather. There are no income requirements to participate. This service is free to participants, however, donations are accepted. Seniors Morning Out activities include information about nutrition and […]

Catawba County Seniors Morning Out

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Seniors Morning Out is a half-day program for persons 60 or older who live in Catawba County. The program operates Monday through Thursday except for holidays and inclement weather. There are no income requirements to participate. This service is free to participants, however, donations are accepted. Seniors Morning Out activities include information about nutrition and […]

Catawba County Council on Aging

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Catawba County Council on Aging provides a focal point for aging resources, as well as opportunities designed to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for Catawba County’s older adults. The Catawba County Council on Aging has been serving seniors for over 45 years by operating the West Hickory Senior Center and […]

Catawba County Council on Aging

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Catawba County Council on Aging provides a focal point for aging resources, as well as opportunities designed to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for Catawba County’s older adults. The Catawba County Council on Aging has been serving seniors for over 45 years by operating the West Hickory Senior Center and […]

Burke County North Carolina Senior Services

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Providing a focal point for aging resources, as well as, opportunities designed to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for older adults in Burke County. Two Senior Center Locations: Burke Senior Center in Morganton East Burke Senior Center in Hildebran. Nutrition Services: Home Delivered Meals The Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) […]

Burke County North Carolina Senior Services

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Providing a focal point for aging resources, as well as, opportunities designed to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for older adults in Burke County. Two Senior Center Locations: Burke Senior Center in Morganton East Burke Senior Center in Hildebran. Nutrition Services: Home Delivered Meals The Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) […]

Alexander County Senior Center

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Providing a focal point for resources, opportunities to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for older adults in Alexander County. There are three senior center locations: Taylorsville, Bethlehem, and Stony Point. Programs and Services Include: Health & Wellness Programs A variety of programs are offered to help older adults remain healthy as […]

Alexander County Senior Center

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Providing a focal point for resources, opportunities to extend independent living and enrich the quality of life for older adults in Alexander County. There are three senior center locations: Taylorsville, Bethlehem, and Stony Point. Programs and Services Include: Health & Wellness Programs A variety of programs are offered to help older adults remain healthy as […]

Mitchell County Senior Center

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Mitchell Senior Center is dedicated to assisting the older adults in Mitchell County to maintain their own home as long as possible. They offer a variety of programs and services designed especially for the older adult. Programs and Services: Congregate Meals: Nutritious meals are provided five days a week. Educational programs are provided weekly […]

Mitchell County Senior Center

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The Mitchell Senior Center is dedicated to assisting the older adults in Mitchell County to maintain their own home as long as possible. They offer a variety of programs and services designed especially for the older adult. Programs and Services: Congregate Meals: Nutritious meals are provided five days a week. Educational programs are provided weekly […]

Avery Senior Services

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The mission of Avery Senior Services is to promote the well-being of Avery County’s older adults by supporting services and activities which are intended to support their health and independence, enhance their dignity and encourage their involvement in and with the community. Programs and Services: Congregate Nutrition Lunch is served Monday Through Friday at 11:45am […]

Avery Senior Services

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The mission of Avery Senior Services is to promote the well-being of Avery County’s older adults by supporting services and activities which are intended to support their health and independence, enhance their dignity and encourage their involvement in and with the community. Programs and Services: Congregate Nutrition Lunch is served Monday Through Friday at 11:45am […]

Alleghany Council on Aging

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The mission of Alleghany County Council on Aging (ACOA) is to promote the well-being of Alleghany County’s older adults by supporting services and activities which are intended to enhance their dignity, support their involvement in and with the community. Programs and Services Include: In-Home Aide , Level 1 & Level 2 Respite Care Congregate Meals […]

Alleghany Council on Aging

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The mission of Alleghany County Council on Aging (ACOA) is to promote the well-being of Alleghany County’s older adults by supporting services and activities which are intended to enhance their dignity, support their involvement in and with the community. Programs and Services Include: In-Home Aide , Level 1 & Level 2 Respite Care Congregate Meals […]

McDowell County Senior Center

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The McDowell Senior Center in Marion and the A.C. “Bud” Hogan Community Center in Old Fort are the designated focal point on aging service providers where older adults come together for a variety of activities, programs and services. The senior centers promotes community awareness of the needs and talents of older adults by providing the […]

McDowell County Senior Center

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

The McDowell Senior Center in Marion and the A.C. “Bud” Hogan Community Center in Old Fort are the designated focal point on aging service providers where older adults come together for a variety of activities, programs and services. The senior centers promotes community awareness of the needs and talents of older adults by providing the […]

Council on Aging of Cleveland County

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

As Cleveland County’s leading agency on aging, The Council on Aging promotes aging as a normal process. The Council on Aging of Cleveland County will significantly influence the lives of older adults of Cleveland County and improve their quality of life by providing opportunities for: Social interaction, encouragement and support from peers and others Application […]

Council on Aging of Cleveland County

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

As Cleveland County’s leading agency on aging, The Council on Aging promotes aging as a normal process. The Council on Aging of Cleveland County will significantly influence the lives of older adults of Cleveland County and improve their quality of life by providing opportunities for: Social interaction, encouragement and support from peers and others Application […]

Transylvania County Older Adult Services

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Programs include: SOS – Serve Our Seniors Afternoon activities program for older adults in Transylvania County (Call for current availability: 828-884-2255) LunchPlus Hot, nutritious lunch and fun activities at two locations: the Silvermont Mansion at 364 Main Street in Brevard or the Quebec Community Center at 11846 Rosman Highway in Lake Toxaway, across from T.C. Henderson […]

Transylvania County Older Adult Services

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

Programs include: SOS – Serve Our Seniors Afternoon activities program for older adults in Transylvania County (Call for current availability: 828-884-2255) LunchPlus Hot, nutritious lunch and fun activities at two locations: the Silvermont Mansion at 364 Main Street in Brevard or the Quebec Community Center at 11846 Rosman Highway in Lake Toxaway, across from T.C. Henderson […]

Madison County Senior Center & Nutrition Sites

By Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

There is one Senior Center and seven Nutrition Sites in Madison County: Marshall, Mars Hill, Beech Glen, Upper Laurel, Center Community Center, Hot Springs, Spring Creek and Shelton Laurel. All provide lunchdaily (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday) to adults 60 years of age and older at these sites. Home Delivered meals: 7 sites provide home […]

Madison County Senior Center & Nutrition Sites

· by Krista Westervelt, Associate Director, Partners in Health & Wholeness, Healthy Aging

There is one Senior Center and seven Nutrition Sites in Madison County: Marshall, Mars Hill, Beech Glen, Upper Laurel, Center Community Center, Hot Springs, Spring Creek and Shelton Laurel. All provide lunchdaily (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday) to adults 60 years of age and older at these sites. Home Delivered meals: 7 sites provide home […]

Wilkes Recovery Revolution

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

OUR MISSION Through the wisdom of lived experience Wilkes Recovery Revolution, Inc. is creating a community where recovery from addiction is possible through; Restoring Hope, Repairing Lives, and Rebuilding Community. OUR PHILOSOPHY Recovery from addiction and mental illness is not only possible, but with support, opportunities, community, and education, recovery for all can be a […]

Wilkes Recovery Revolution

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

OUR MISSION Through the wisdom of lived experience Wilkes Recovery Revolution, Inc. is creating a community where recovery from addiction is possible through; Restoring Hope, Repairing Lives, and Rebuilding Community. OUR PHILOSOPHY Recovery from addiction and mental illness is not only possible, but with support, opportunities, community, and education, recovery for all can be a […]

Twin City Harm Reduction Collective

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

The Twin City Harm Reduction Collective seeks to improve the health and lives and advocate for the rights of people who use drugs in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and surrounding areas. EDUCATION In order to change the narrative on drugs and drug users, education is key. TCHRC can provide trainings in a number of areas ranging […]

Twin City Harm Reduction Collective

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

The Twin City Harm Reduction Collective seeks to improve the health and lives and advocate for the rights of people who use drugs in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and surrounding areas. EDUCATION In order to change the narrative on drugs and drug users, education is key. TCHRC can provide trainings in a number of areas ranging […]

The Steady Collective

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Steady began in November 2015 as an “any positive change” support group. Steady founder, Conner Adams, facilitated those group meetings and with the help of friends delivered naloxone and needles throughout Western NC to folks who use drugs and their friends and family. In the spring of 2016, Conner gathered a group of people together […]

The Steady Collective

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Steady began in November 2015 as an “any positive change” support group. Steady founder, Conner Adams, facilitated those group meetings and with the help of friends delivered naloxone and needles throughout Western NC to folks who use drugs and their friends and family. In the spring of 2016, Conner gathered a group of people together […]

Queen City Harm Reduction

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Queen City Needle Exchange is a project started by Cat Nelson in 2016, the year North Carolina legalized SEP’s (Syringe Exchange Programs) with the help and mentorship of the Urban Survivors Union and the North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition.  It started out of the trunk of Cat’s car, with a small grant providing supplies, and donated Naloxone from NCHRC.  QCNE […]

Queen City Harm Reduction

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Queen City Needle Exchange is a project started by Cat Nelson in 2016, the year North Carolina legalized SEP’s (Syringe Exchange Programs) with the help and mentorship of the Urban Survivors Union and the North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition.  It started out of the trunk of Cat’s car, with a small grant providing supplies, and donated Naloxone from NCHRC.  QCNE […]

Cabarrus Health Alliance

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Cabarrus Health Alliance (formerly Cabarrus County Health Department) is a public health authority created by the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners effective July 1, 1997. Our Mission Achieving the Highest Level of Individual and Community Health through Collaborative Action.

Cabarrus Health Alliance

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Cabarrus Health Alliance (formerly Cabarrus County Health Department) is a public health authority created by the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners effective July 1, 1997. Our Mission Achieving the Highest Level of Individual and Community Health through Collaborative Action.

NC Survivors Union

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

rban Survivor’s Union is a national drug user union located here in the United States.  At this time we are the ONLY national drug user union.  User Union’s are much like other unions our goals are to represent the interests of people who have been directly impacted by substance use and policies related to drugs.  Many drug […]

NC Survivors Union

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

rban Survivor’s Union is a national drug user union located here in the United States.  At this time we are the ONLY national drug user union.  User Union’s are much like other unions our goals are to represent the interests of people who have been directly impacted by substance use and policies related to drugs.  Many drug […]

RAIN

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

RAIN’s empowers persons living with HIV and those at risk to be healthy and stigma-free. RAIN envisions ending HIV in our community. RAIN offers Medical Case Management, Empowering Positive Youth, Early Intervention Services, Health Insurance Assistance, HIV/STI Testing, Counseling Services, PrEP Program (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis), Support Groups, CREW (Community Resources for Empowerment & Wellness), Research Studies

RAIN

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

RAIN’s empowers persons living with HIV and those at risk to be healthy and stigma-free. RAIN envisions ending HIV in our community. RAIN offers Medical Case Management, Empowering Positive Youth, Early Intervention Services, Health Insurance Assistance, HIV/STI Testing, Counseling Services, PrEP Program (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis), Support Groups, CREW (Community Resources for Empowerment & Wellness), Research Studies

Southern AIDS Coalition (SAC)

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Mission: The mission of the Southern AIDS Coalition (SAC) is to end the HIV and STI epidemics in the South by promoting accessible and high-quality systems of [HIV and STI] prevention, treatment, care, housing, and essential support services. Southern Vision: We envision a better South for people living with HIV — one where every person […]

Southern AIDS Coalition (SAC)

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Mission: The mission of the Southern AIDS Coalition (SAC) is to end the HIV and STI epidemics in the South by promoting accessible and high-quality systems of [HIV and STI] prevention, treatment, care, housing, and essential support services. Southern Vision: We envision a better South for people living with HIV — one where every person […]

Olive Branch Ministry

By Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Description: Olive Branch Ministry was founded by Karen Lowe and Michelle Mathis as a way to bring faith-based harm reduction to the Foothills area of NC. Our desire is to extend hope and extend life through nonjudgemental interactions with those we are called to serve. Olive Branch initially partnered with local agencies and faith groups […]

Olive Branch Ministry

· by Elizabeth Brewington, Overdose Response Program Coordinator

Description: Olive Branch Ministry was founded by Karen Lowe and Michelle Mathis as a way to bring faith-based harm reduction to the Foothills area of NC. Our desire is to extend hope and extend life through nonjudgemental interactions with those we are called to serve. Olive Branch initially partnered with local agencies and faith groups […]

The Alliance of AIDS Services — Carolina

By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

The Alliance of AIDS Services (AASC) is a non-profit organization that assists individuals in North Carolina living with HIV/AIDS. Who: Visit the Alliance of AIDS Services website to learn more about AASC’s mission and services; or, find out how you can contribute to their efforts. What: The Alliance of AIDS Services – Carolina (The Alliance), is […]

The Alliance of AIDS Services — Carolina

· by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

The Alliance of AIDS Services (AASC) is a non-profit organization that assists individuals in North Carolina living with HIV/AIDS. Who: Visit the Alliance of AIDS Services website to learn more about AASC’s mission and services; or, find out how you can contribute to their efforts. What: The Alliance of AIDS Services – Carolina (The Alliance), is […]

Worship in Pink

By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

WORSHIP IN PINK is a grassroots effort partnering Komen Northwest NC with places of worship, providing resources to educate their members on breast health. We encourage your congregation to join us in the fight against breast cancer and honor survivors. All places of worship are encouraged to participate in spreading the life-saving message of early […]

Worship in Pink

· by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

WORSHIP IN PINK is a grassroots effort partnering Komen Northwest NC with places of worship, providing resources to educate their members on breast health. We encourage your congregation to join us in the fight against breast cancer and honor survivors. All places of worship are encouraged to participate in spreading the life-saving message of early […]

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale

By Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Postpartum depression is the most common complication of childbearing. This 10-question self-rating scale has been proven to be an efficient and effective way of identifying patients at risk for “perinatal” depression. While this test was specifically designed for women who are pregnant or have just had a baby, it has also been shown to be […]

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale

· by Lindsay Barth, Event Coordinator & PHW Communications Associate

Postpartum depression is the most common complication of childbearing. This 10-question self-rating scale has been proven to be an efficient and effective way of identifying patients at risk for “perinatal” depression. While this test was specifically designed for women who are pregnant or have just had a baby, it has also been shown to be […]