VDH OHE: Virginia Partners in Prayer and Prevention - P3

09/09/2026

Supporting Brain Health in Our Community

Join Chesterfield Triad and the Alzheimer’s Association for an upcoming educational session focused on brain health, resources, and support for older adults and caregivers.

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Beulah Recreation Center
6901 Hopkins Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234

Chesterfield Triad brings together local public safety agencies, aging services, community organizations, and residents to help educate and protect older adults in the community.

This event is free and part of Triad’s monthly meeting series held on the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m.

For questions, contact Aging and Disability Resources at 804-768-7878 or [email protected].

09/09/2026

Care & Connect: A Fall Caregiver Series

Caregivers, family members, and older adults are invited to join this supportive fall series focused on building practical skills, strengthening communication, and connecting with helpful community resources.

Upcoming sessions include:

• September 22 | 11 AM–12 PM — The Caregiver Toolkit: Building Skills for the Journey
• October 23 | 11 AM–12 PM — Listen Beyond the Words: Connecting Through Dementia
• November 20 | 11 AM–12 PM — The Caregiver Roadmap: Building Your Support Network

📍 Lancaster Community Library
Downstairs Meeting Room
16 Town Centre Dr., Kilmarnock, VA

💻 Sessions are available in person and virtually.
📞 Call 800-493-0238 for the virtual link.

Fall refreshments will be provided. 🍁

Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association and Bay Aging.

09/09/2026

Calling All Caregivers in Chesterfield!

Are you caring for a loved one? Join the Chesterfield Caregiver Café for an afternoon of support, helpful information, and connection with others who understand the caregiving journey.

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Stonebridge Recreation Center
230 Karl Linn Drive, North Chesterfield, VA 23225

Attendees can participate in meaningful conversations, visit a vendor resource fair, and hear from experts on topics including caregiver wellness, care navigation, fall prevention, and nutrition.

🎁 Plus, caregivers who attend will receive a FREE gift!

Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting chesterfield.gov/agingresources.

For questions, contact Aging and Disability Resources at 804-768-7878 or [email protected].

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09/09/2026

Celebrate National Women’s Health & Fitness Day with us! ❤️

Capital Area Health Network is bringing the community together for a day focused on women’s health, wellness, education, and empowerment.

📅 Wednesday, September 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Jefferson Davis Flea Market
5700 Rt. 1, Richmond, VA 23234

Come connect with local community partners and receive helpful information and resources related to fitness, cancer health, dental health, mental health, health insurance assistance, harm reduction, and more.

✨ Healthy aging is one of your superpowers! Join us, learn something new, and leave feeling empowered in your health journey.

We hope to see you there! 💕

09/03/2026

💜 Richmond, mark your calendars!

The Healthy Churches 2030 Roadmap Tour 2026 is coming to Richmond for a FREE community health event focused on helping individuals and families upgrade their health agenda.

Join health leaders for a day of education, connection, and free health screenings. Lunch will also be provided!

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
🚪 Doors open at 9:00 AM | Program begins at 10:00 AM
📍 Third Street Bethel AME Church
614 N. 3rd St., Richmond, VA 23219

This event is free and open to the general public, so bring your family, friends, and community members.

✨ Learn from health leaders
✨ Receive free health screenings
✨ Connect with valuable health resources
✨ Enjoy lunch while supplies last

Register today at balmingilead.org

09/02/2026

🍎 Keys to Healthy Living: Represent Hope!

In recognition of Su***de Prevention Month, MAB Wellness Outreach is hosting a virtual wellness experience designed to support the mind, body, spirit, and whole person.

Participants will explore practical ways to eat well, reduce stress, incorporate meaningful movement, and strengthen healthy habits through interactive discussion and wellness activities.

💻 Live via Zoom

📅 September 17, 2026
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM EST

OR

📅 September 19, 2026
⏰ 9:00–10:00 AM EST

Participants will also receive wellness resources, movement demonstrations, and an opportunity to receive an incentive after completing the session evaluation.

💚 Help. Hope. Healing.

Learn more and register at www.mabwellnessoutreach.org.

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09/02/2026

💚 September is Su***de Prevention Month 💜

MAB Wellness Outreach invites youth and families to a special Youth Mental Wellness Event focused on faith, hope, resilience, and wellness.

Young people ages 10–17 will have the opportunity to explore healthy coping skills, stress management, family communication, creative expression, movement, and healthy living in a supportive community environment.

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:30 PM
📍 Portsmouth Public Library – Churchland Branch
4934 High Street W, Portsmouth, VA 23703

A parent or guardian must accompany each child. A minimal registration fee applies, and scholarships are available.

Come ready to learn, connect, create, and leave encouraged. 💚

Visit www.mabwellnessoutreach.org for registration information.

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09/02/2026

🚨 Free Training Opportunity for Faith & Community Partners!

The Embassy Coalition of Churches is hosting Faith Community as Recovery Allies + Narcan/Overdose Response Certification on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 1:00–4:00 PM EDT.

This free virtual training will help participants learn how to support individuals impacted by substance use disorder with compassion, strengthen faith-based recovery support, and recognize and respond to an overdose using Narcan.

⛪ Open to pastors, church members, ministry leaders, volunteers, and community partners — no prior experience required.

📅 September 25, 2026
⏰ 1:00–4:00 PM EDT
💻 Online | Free to attend

Come ready to learn, ask questions, and gain practical tools that can help save lives and strengthen your community. 💛

Spots are limited — register today through Eventbrite!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faith-community-as-recovery-allies-and-narcan-training-tickets-1992505271905?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/11/2026

Community Health & Wellness Fair! 💙

Come out on Saturday, August 15 from 10 AM–2 PM at St. Peter Baptist Church, 2040 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060 for a day focused on health, wellness, and community. All are welcome!

The event will feature 20+ health-focused community partners, various health screenings, hands-only CPR demonstrations, line dancing, meditation and relaxation, senior exercise, a Kid Zone, and more!

📅 Saturday, August 15
⏰ 10 AM–2 PM
📍 2040 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060

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08/06/2026

Dr. Mikhael will begin by highlighting important myeloma research presented at the June 2026 ASCO Annual Conference and explaining the findings in approachable terms.

The conversation will then move beyond study results and statistics. Terry, Todd, and Diane will discuss the research developments that captured their attention, the questions those findings raise for patients and families, and how new information can support more informed conversations with healthcare teams.

Topics may include emerging treatment approaches, immunotherapy, clinical trials, treatment at different stages of myeloma, and where research may be headed next.

Join us August 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM PT / 4:00 PM MT / 5:00 PM CT / 6:00 PM ET.

Aug 18, 20266:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM CT4:00 PM MT / 3:00 PM PT