Just News: August 2017

Just News Because we can all extend a little more grace to one another. Welcome Two New Board Members Congratulations to Sara Barco and John Gork, who were elected to the Extended Grace Board of Directors at the Board's August meeting.  Sara is the Practice Representative at Weiss Chiropractic and Wellness,who works to bring people together in unique ways, and volunteers in the children's program at her church.   John is an agent/financial advisor with Northwestern Mutual, and has served as account manager and Campaign Chair for Greater Ottawa County United Way, as well as involvement with other community organizations. We look forward to their insights, energy, and unique contributions.      Grand Haven Young Professionals August Networking Event Thursday, August 24 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Momentum Center Disabilities and Dementia: An educational program for family and caregivers (Earn 1.5 Social Work CEUs)  People with developmental disabilities are living longer than ever, and with longer life comes an increased risk of dementia.  More information Town Hall Meeting Plan now to attend the next Town Hall Meeting on October 9, from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. at the Grand Haven Community Center.  The topic for this community conversation will be Addiction.   Cultural Immersion: Kenya The itinerary is set, the roster is full, and we'll report back on this exciting trip next February, when the group returns!   Traditional Chinese Medicine Tour Registration is now open for May 7 - 17, 2018 Information is available here! SUMMER SERIES ON MENTAL ILLNESSES 58 people attended the first event on Bi-polar and Depression. Brent VanTol of Pine Rest educated the participants and moderated the discussion, along with sharing this informative website:  the mighty.com.  He was asked to come back for "Part 2" and has agreed to return will do part two of his presentation on Monday, October 30 at 6 pm. Join us tonight (Monday, August 21) for Michele VanderSchel from CMH when she speaks on Schizophrenia and next Monday (August 28) when Dr. Greg Green from Healthwest will present on Panic and Anxiety Disorders.       Find out more here!  FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP DINNER AND MOVIE NIGHT FIRST Inspire! IN SEPTEMBER ON IMMIGRATION Please note the change to a Saturday meeting time, from the former Sunday/Monday times. We need you! Volunteers are the power of Extended Grace. Without volunteers, we would not be able to serve our community in the ways that are needed.  Are you willing and able to help out?  Contact Jenna at the Momentum Center