FL Community Health Worker Coalition

02/14/2026

With Florida Agency for Health Care Administration – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day!

This February, as we celebrate love, we also recognize American Heart Month a reminder that caring for our hearts is one of the greatest acts of love.

Community Health Workers show love every day by helping neighbors manage blood pressure, navigate care, access healthy foods, and build heart-healthy habits. Through education, support, and trusted relationships, CHWs strengthen both individual hearts and the heart of our communities.

This Valentine’s Day, let’s commit to loving our hearts, supporting one another, and advancing a healthier future together.

02/13/2026

It's American Heart Month! Did you know:
🫀 Heart health is connected to mental health
🫀 Depression and anxiety disorders significantly elevate cardiovascular event probability
🫀 Cardiovascular disease increases the likelihood of developing mental health conditions

02/13/2026

Did you know that stroke is a leading cause of epilepsy in adults? The good news is that many strokes are preventable.

Small, healthy choices can make a big difference, such as managing blood pressure, staying active, eating well, not smoking, and know the signs of stroke. Learn how to BE FAST to save a life.

We encourage everyone to take steps toward stroke prevention and lifelong brain health.
https://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/disease/stroke/

02/12/2026

February is American Heart Month!

This month, CHWs are raising awareness about heart health and encouraging everyone to take steps toward a healthier heart.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., but many risk factors can be managed with healthy habits.

✔️ Eat heart-healthy foods
✔️ Stay active
✔️ Manage stress
✔️ Know your numbers (BP, cholesterol, glucose)
✔️ Schedule regular check-ups

Small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow. Let’s work together to protect our hearts and the hearts of those we love!

02/11/2026

02/11/2026

Join us for our February Learning Series: Stress to Strength. 💪

📅 Date: February 25, 2026
⏲️ Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
📍 Location: Zoom

Speakers:
🌟Nicole Everett
🌟Nancy O’Farrell
🌟Fran T. Close, Ph.D.
🌟Jared Melhado

This presentation will explore the dynamics of stress and resilience. It will focus on strategies for building mental, emotional, and social resilience. Topics covered will be understanding stress, defining resilience, and implementing coping strategies. We will also highlight the of the Mental Health Council of the Big Bend-ENGAGE committee’s efforts in educating and engaging the community on mental wellness.

🔗 Register Today!
https://fsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/l_igzOJxT3C6mEq5EvIH8Q #/registration

To learn more about the Learning Series for Community Leaders, visit:
https://ctsa.research.fsu.edu/resources/ncrt-ce/community/

01/29/2026

We’re proud to uplift a community partner offering a training designed to help individuals living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) better navigate care, access resources, and find meaningful support.

This training centers lived experience, practical guidance, and connection—empowering individuals and families to manage IBD with confidence and dignity.

For more information or to get involved: hello@thestephaniewynnfoundation.org

01/29/2026

01/17/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We honor this day by reflecting on our shared commitment to equity, service, and community values central to the work of Community Health Workers.

01/08/2026

We invite women to join a focus group exploring “Deconstructing Maternal Burdens: Doulas and the Community UNITE for Health.”

This project will examine an enhanced doula model to improve support for mothers, families, and doulas in Florida—and your perspective is essential.

Who we’re looking for:
Women ages 18 and older who are currently pregnant and receiving Medicaid or are uninsured, or who gave birth within the past 3 years and were receiving Medicaid or were uninsured during their pregnancy or postpartum period.

What you’ll do:
-Participate in a 90-minute focus group
-Provide basic demographic data
-Agree to audio recording

When & where:
-Saturday, January 10th from 10:30 am-to 12:00 pm
-Cone Park Library: 2801 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32641

Participants will receive a $50 stipend and light refreshments. If this opportunity interests you, please complete our short questionnaire to register:

(Scan QR Code)
If you have any questions, please contact Julia Rainer at 352-665-5255 or email jrainer@ufl.edu. Thank you for considering to participate. We value your time and appreciate you sharing your experiences. Please share information within your respective networks.