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Seeking School-Based Social Workers

Request for Applications School-Based Social Worker Lyon County, NV Description of Role: We are looking to hire a motivated and enthusiastic individual to fill the position of school-based Social Worker/Safe Schools Professional in Fernley Nevada. The Social Worker/Safe School Professional is responsible for coordinated treatment and the support and implementation of school based mental health systems at the school site. […]

What is High Blood Pressure?

First, let’s define high blood pressure. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is when your blood pressure, the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your blood vessels, is consistently too high. How your blood pressure and circulatory system work To survive and function properly, your tissues and organs need the oxygenated blood that your circulatory system […]

Helpful Changes coming to Dayton Food Pantry

Need more time? New hours as of November 1, 2023: Monday Closed Tuesday 7am 10am – Seniors 60+ only10am – 6pm Wednesday 10am – 4pm Thursday 10am – 4pm Friday Closed Saturday* 9am – 1pm *2nd Saturday each month (starting Nov. 11) Sunday Closed It is no surprise that one of our biggest challenges is reaching the population that has […]

1 Minute Prediabetes Risk Test

Prediabetes is a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. 1 in 3 American adults has prediabetes. Find out if you?re at risk for prediabetes today so you can reverse it before it becomes type 2 diabetes. Know where you stand. Take one minute […]

Maternal Mental Health Hotline

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources and referrals to any pregnant and postpartum mothers facing mental health challenges and their loved ones. The service is available via phone and text in English or Spanish. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) to connect with counselors at the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline. Pregnancy and a new […]

Now Recruiting!

Seeking AmeriCorps applicants for financial literacy program The nonprofit Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties (HCC) is currently recruiting for part time and full time AmeriCorps members to help make a difference in rural Nevada communities by teaching financial literacy to children, teens and adults. AmeriCorps is a national program that connects individuals and organizations to help communities […]