Resolutions
The following Resolution has been awarded to

Families Thrive – Moving to Action
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WHEREAS, Los Medanos Community Healthcare District (LMCHD) recognizes Families Thrive who are a community of professionals and who have come together to address the issue of domestic and family violence; and

WHEREAS, LMCHD serves as “health advocates” representing the health needs of the residents residing in our district, we thereby support the efforts of Families Thrive, with the particular focus on children and youth who are exposed to domestic violence and are at risk for many difficulties, both immediately and in the future; and

WHEREAS, LMCHD recognizes that exposure to domestic violence affects children’s ability to learn and function in school and is associated with greater rates of antisocial behavior, substance abuse, mental illness, and adverse health outcomes in adulthood.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Los Medanos Community Healthcare District dedicates this day, March 8, 2010, to “Families Thrive-Moving to Action”, and we resolve this day to recognize Families Thrive as an effective strategy of the Safe and Bright Futures for Children Exposed to Domestic Violence.

Passed and adopted this 8th day of March, 2010.

LMCHD Board Member, Marilyn Condit, presents Resolution to Dr. Strife of Families Thrive

Resolutions
The following Resolution has been awarded to

Heights Elementary School [download PDF Resolution]
Highlands Elementary School [download PDF Resolution]
Los Medanos Elementary School [download PDF Resolution]
Marina Vista Elementary School [download PDF Resolution]
Stoneman  Elementary School [download PDF Resolution]
Willow Cove Elementary School [download PDF Resolution]

WHEREAS, on February 1, 2010, CAHPERD, in partnership with the American Heart Association and the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, announced plans to lead Californians of all ages in an attempt to break the World Record for “Most People Jumping/Skipping Rope at the Same Time”; and

WHEREAS, the current World Record is held by Australia at 59,000 people; and

WHEREAS, CAHPERD hopes to lead over 80,000 people in celebration of CAHPERD’s 80th Birthday in “Jumping Over the Record from Down Under”; and

WHEREAS, the Jumping Rope event sponsored by the Pittsburg Unified School District, American Heart Association, and Los Medanos Community Healthcare District  will be for students of all ages to promote the importance of physical education and activity;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of the Los Medanos Community Healthcare District recognizes and honors all participants at [above named] School for their participation in the “Jump Rope for Heart” event.

Passed and adopted this 8th day of March, 2010.

Nutrition, Exercise, and Wellness (NEW) Kids Program

The NEW (Nutrition, Exercise, and Wellness) Kids Program, through partnership with the Los Medanos Community Healthcare District and Kaiser Permanente, aims to reduce the childhood obesity epidemic by offering a FREE family-based pediatric weight management program for youth 6 to 12 years old and their families.

Based upon the Kids in Dynamic Shape (KP Kids) Kids curriculum, the 6-week sessions provide families with the knowledge and skills to live a healthy lifestyle. Each session includes information about weight management, nutritional guidance, and behavior modification techniques. Weekly session topics include how to: