Our HEAL (Healthy Eating Active Living) program coordinator Madelene McCann has been creating Garden based videos available on the YouTube Channel 

Interested in gardening with kids but don't know where to start?

Looking for new ideas and activities in nature with y...

One way to protect your child from sunburn is a safe and effective sunscreen, so make sure to apply an adequate amount and reapply it often.

When you choose a sunscreen for your kids, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. Infants under 6 months old should be kep...

During this time of so much change, mindfulness is an important tool to support oneself. This is an important aspect to consider due to the research that shows stress significantly lowers one’s immune system. During this time we need to try to support our immune system...

HEALTHY MEALS 

Healthy meals are one of the best ways to stay healthy and happy during this time of shelter in place. It's important to make sure you are not emotional eating and going for unhealthy snacks and not regular meals. 

Make it fun and a learning activity. Have...

The spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 is prompting lots of concern and questions. Coronaviruses are not new: A majority of them are the cause of most cases of the common cold. But COVID-19 can cause more severe health problems, especially among the elderly and s...

How can you protect your family from COVID-19?

The Article from Healthy Kids Happy Kids  Asked Dr. Elisa Song MD. Below are some of the most proactive and commonsense measures to protect yourself from COVID-19, and should be practicing regardless of whatever virus...

Dr. Fernando’s  has a wonderful website doctor yum all on healthy-eating and providing strategies for your family with helpful tips.

Don’t Call Kids Picky
When it comes to children’s development, words matter. Fernando says calling kids picky only has neg...

Elderberry syrup is a great immune booster and is safe for children. This herbal medicine is made from Sambucus berry also known as Elderberries and have been used for decades to boost immune system and help fight off cold and flues. It is also helps decrease the durat...

These best practices were written by Lauren Sommer form KQED on all things to do in preparation for power outages. 

• Before a Power Shutoff

• Put ice packs or frozen containers of water in your fridge or freezer to help keep the temperature low. You can also...

Wash your hands often.

Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Wash your hands with soap and clean running water, and rub them together for at least 20 seconds. Cover your mouth and nose wi...