Tag Archive: Health and Wellness
New “M&M Fund” Honors Local Educator
John Randolph Foundation announced a new memorial fund, the Cynthia Piazza Mind & Movement (M&M) Fund, at its Grant Awards Ceremony on January 17, 2019. Tragically, Cynthia Piazza of Chesterfield passed away on October 31, 2018 after a courageous battle against brain cancer. Through the contributions of friends and family, the M&M Fund will carry… View Article
Mr. Jones Smiles Back | Virginia Dental Association Foundation
Laughter drifts out the front of the dental office as I step inside. Rounding the corner, I can see the source of all the hilarity, Reginald C. Jones, seated in the dental chair. He’s smiling ear-to-ear though he’s missing several bottom teeth. It’s his second appointment to have dentures fitted, the last time he had… View Article
At Hopewell Recreation & Parks, Summer Days are for Summer Camps
A tennis ball flies across the court in front of me. Taking turns, a line of kids swings away at the balls tossed by their counselor. “Set your feet! Swing parallel to the ground! GREAT SHOT!” The constant coaching, smiles, high-fives, and positive vibes ripple across the tennis court confirming for me that this summer… View Article
Easier Access to a Healthy Lifestyle | New Fitness Room at Central Wellness Center
Tijuana Gist is busily completing a registration form when I walk into the room. She’s a Prince George County resident who lives just minutes from the Central Wellness Center in Disputanta. She tells me, “I had some injuries and I just got released by my doctor. I’m here to lose some weight so I can… View Article
Go Play Outside: FOLAR Fuels a Love of the Outdoors
As I pull into Appomattox River Regional Park, two women are raking the trail. “Has anyone seen Ken?” I ask. One woman lifts her head, “I have!” It’s Debbie Newman, Friends of the Lower Appomattox River (FOLAR) Treasurer and Ken’s wife. Debbie leads me to a nearby spot where students and families are picking up… View Article
Better Vision, Better Future: Conexus Helps Kids See
Young children may not be aware that their vision is a problem. Those vision problems can turn into learning problems. We feel it’s critical to our mission of creating healthy communities and bright futures that we remove vision challenges and make way for improved education. Conexus was an obvious choice when we looked for a… View Article
$357,412 in Grants Awarded to 13 Organizations
Trustee Andrew (Andy) Clark speaking at the John Randolph Foundation Grant Awards Ceremony. JRF awarded $357,412 at this year’s ceremony on January 18, 2018. John Randolph Foundation awarded $357,412 at a Grant Awards Ceremony on January 18, 2018. The Foundation is proud to partner with these 13 nonprofit organizations helping residents of the Tri-Cities area… View Article
District 19 Community Services Helps Residents Get on Their Feet
Jesse Grayes was referred to the Crisis Assessment and Stabilization Center late last year. Last month, Jesse’s depression got the better of him, and he attempted to harm himself. He ended up in the hospital where he was given a prescription and a recommendation to follow up with a mental health professional. “When I got… View Article
HealthSpace Teen Clinic Makes Strides in Reducing Teen Pregnancy
Nurse Johnee Nedrick takes Joy’s blood pressure during their appointment. Sixteen-year-old Joy* confidently walks up to the Hopewell Health Department. She’s a patient at the HealthSpace Teen Clinic which runs Wednesdays from 2:00 to 5:00 PM in Hopewell and from 1:00 to 6:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Petersburg. “Most of my friends think… View Article
Grant Provides Affordable Dental Care at Hopewell-Prince George Community Health Center
Dr. Melba Bryant takes time to show her patient how she will fix her teeth. This patient is able to receive care because of the sliding pay scale offered by the Hopewell-Prince George Community Health Center. Dr. Melba Bryant is leaning over a dental patient to check for cavities. This patient in particular, Cora, is… View Article