Community HealthCast

In this episode of the Queens Community Healthcast, Jackie and Deb chat with Kristopher Snarby from the Seaside Centre in Beach Meadows, NS. The Seaside Centre's technology upgrade was part of their Wellness Fund grant from the Queens Community Health Board.  To learn more about the Seaside Centre and to stay up to date with upcoming events, check out their website & social media pages:Home - Welcome To Seaside Centre! (2) Seaside Centre | Facebook 

Sou'West Community Voices host Pam teams up with Jackie from the Queens Community Healthcast for a special Wellness Funds Infomercial! Our hosts bring you all the details on Wellness Funds, how to apply using our new online application form and share examples of past projects from the Shelburne & Queens Community Health Boards. To find all information from the episode on our website & access the online application: http://www.communityhealthboards.ns.cawellness-fundsTo find your Community Health Board, Coordinator & Health Plan priorities:http://www.communityhealthboards.ns.cafind-your-chbTHIS YEAR'S APPLICATION PROCESS IS NOW OPEN! APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY OCTOBER 14TH AT 5:00PMWellness Funds are for non-profit groups working to improve health in their communities and must address the health priorities identified by the Community Health Boards (CHBs) in their current community health plan.  Wellness Funds support a health promotion or population health-based approach to wellness.  This model seeks to maintain and improve the health of people and the communities in which they live through partnerships, and by addressing those aspects of a person's life that determine their health.  Eligible organizations include non-profit organizations, municipalities, schools and First Nations communities.  

Join Deb & Stacy for this fun and informal episode of the Queens Community Healthcast, where they share their favourite summer activities! Whether it's swimming, kayaking, hiking, camping, the opportunities to be out in the sunshine go on and on! Share your favourite activities with us in the comments and be sure to get out and enjoy the summer season! 

In this episode of the Queens Community Healthcast, Deb interviews Kimberley Halliday from the Region of Queens about her role of the Municipal Physical Activity Leader. Tune in to hear what Deb and Kim get up to for physical activity over the summer, as well as some special updates from Kim on what she's up to with equipment rental programs and community play boxes! Want to get in contact with your MPAL? Email: mpal@regionofqueens.com or khalliday@regionofqueens.comCall: (902)354-5741 Ext. 2242 

Hosts Stacy Thorburn and Elisabeth Bailey chat with Debbie Wamboldt about the new universally designed play park coming to Liverpool! 

Host Deb Raddall chats with nurse and fitness enthusiast Aly Purdue about disordered eating in our society and finding supports. To learn more about supports available from Eating Disorders Nova Scotia, visit them at https://eatingdisordersns.ca/.

Congratulations to all our Wellness Fund recipients this year! To learn more or to register for programs, you can contact the organizers:Astor Theatre Society: Connecting Through Arts and CraftsJean Robinson-Dexter902-354-5250manager@astortheatre.ns.caLiverpool Curling Club: Learn to CurlTyler Dorey902-225-1347tydor@gnspes.caNorth Queens Active Living: Barrier-Free Mindful MovementTara Atkins902-212-0831 northqueensactiveliving@gmail.comQueens County Transit: Out and About902-350-2901info@queenscountytransit.caRegion of Queens Municipality: Alternative Pedal Power (Exercise for Mobility Impaired)Elise Johnston902-646-0129ejohnston@regionofqueens.comVON Queens: Meals on Wheels--North QueensEmily Mansour-Hemlow902-832-3257emily.hemlow@von.caYMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia:  Youth-Led PodcastKim Whitman-Mansfield902-530-3392kim.whitman-mansfield@ns.ymca.ca

Hosts Rick and Deborah talk about some of the ways you can help other folks in Queens County have a great holiday this year, including through the Queens County Food Bank and Santa for Seniors. Although they don't sing (much), they also have a little surprise for you!You can contact the Queens County Food Bank at queenscountyfb@outlook.com or find them on facebook here.  Santa for Seniors is also on facebook, here.

Queens Community Vice-Chair Stacy Thorburn chats with Student Support Worker Shelly Whynot about taking care of others over the holidays, and especially how to support families with children living in poverty.  If you'd like to help, you can reach Shelly to offer support at South Queens Middle School by calling (902) 354-7640. You can also contact Santa for Seniors by clicking here.

It's podcast host Rick Conrad's turn on the hot seat! In this episode, Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey interviews board member Rick Conrad about his decision to live in Queens, his participation on the Queens Community Health Board, and his cats.

Community Health Board Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey and Board Chair Emeritus Barbara Ross chat about our Community Health Plan and how things are going three years in--especially in light of COVID and how it's affected our communities.Want to learn more? You can read the Community Health Plan in its entirety here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58d93c67b8a79bb89e7df56c/t/5f91a387883b0d4431472c42/1603380119874/Western+HB+Plan+2019+ENG+FINAL+REV.pdf

Host Shannon Hartlen chats with Central Kings Community Health Board member Grace Hennebery-McNeil about The Postcard Project, a community advocacy collaboration in the Annapolis Valley. Visit our website at https://www.communityhealthboards.ns.ca/postcards to watch the informational video and see pictures of the cards!

Host Deb Raddall chats with Schools Plus representative Shannon Vincent about what she sees happening at the intersection of child poverty and the current housing crisis through her work in Queens County schools.  Interested in more local perspective about housing? Last week we spoke with RQM Mayor Darlene Norman about what the municipality is doing, and last year we had a great conversation with affordable housing expert Lisa Ryan.

Host Rick Conrad interviews RQM Mayor Darlene Norman about the municipality's stance on the CAP program and ways to increase affordable housing in Queens County, Nova Scotia.

Host Shannon Hartlen chats with the municipality's Physical Activity Coordinator Norm Amirault about recreation programs throughout the county, how to get more information, and why to get out there and just start moving!

This week, host Deb Raddall speaks with South Queens Middle School Vice-Principal (and Queens Community Health Board Vice-Chair) Stacy Thorburn about the importance of school attendance for student success and its role in community health. 

Deb and Elisabeth look at what's new for Wellness Funds in 2022! The deadline for application is October 15th 2021 at 5 pm, so listen up to find out what you need to do to maximize your chances of success for one of our population health grants for innovative new programs.

Host Rick Conrad chats with the Diversity and Inclusion  Action Team's Coordinator Eric Levy and Chair Dr. Lynda Earle about the team and their work with individuals, businesses, and the whole community on the behalf of the Region of Queens Municipality.To learn more or to apply to join the team, visit their website at https://www.regionofqueens.com/council-governance/diversity-inclusion.

Host Deborah Raddall interviews North Queens Active Living Coordinator Amy Wolfe-Bowers about her new role, how she hopes to bring more active living opportunities to area residents--and just how great it is to live in North Queens!To learn more, visit their facebook page, North Queens Active Living or email northqueensactiveliving@gmail.com

Host Rick Conrad chats with Queens Manor Executive Director Andrew MacVicar about how their facility has handled COVID-19 precautions--and how excited they are about vaccinations! To visit their facebook page, go to https://www.facebook.com/queenscountyrocks

Host Rick Conrad chats with Meaghan Marsters, Health Protection Manager for Mass Immunization for the Western Zone about the COVID-19 vaccines available in Nova Scotia, including where they are available, what vaccines are being used, who should get one, and more!To make a vaccine appointment, visit https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/book-your-vaccination-appointment/ anytime or call 1-833-797-7772 (7 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week). For additional information about COVID-19 or the vaccine roll out, visit https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/.

Board members Lauren Inglis and Deb Raddall take to the streets to ask: what do you love about living in Queens County? Some of the answers are surprising; all of them are delightful! Join us in this exploration of enthusiasm for the place we call home.

Host Deb Raddall interviews Rev. Ed Trevors of Christ Church Shelburne about their Wellness Fund program through the Shelburne County Community Health Board, Honeybees!Interested in getting involved or learning more? You can contact the Honeybees or Christ Church through their facebook pages or call the church at (902) 875-3661. Curious about Rev. Ed's youtube channel? You can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2izP34AJVcoD24bsxlXhmw

Host Rick Conrad interviews Municipality of the Region of Queens Accessibility Coordinator Elise Johnston about the Wellness Fund program she in planning for this spring, Mental Health Through Hobby Development, in which people of all abilities will have the opportunities to try a variety of new activities. For transcript visit: https://otter.ai/u/o4MW2OCq79lSVyuMG39IGBbW1eg

Host Deb Raddall chats with Queens and Shelburne MLA Kim Masland about our health plan priorities (food security, affordable housing, community connections, and recreation & wellness), the work that is being done around these priorities, and the opportunities she sees to strengthen our communities in the future.

Host Deb Raddall interviews new board member and Acadia First Nation Councillor Charmaine Stevens about her work and life and the role that reconciliation is coming to play on Community Health Boards. 

Host Deb Raddall chats with Engage Nova Scotia local team leader Heather Kelly about their new initiative, "From Me to You" which connects Nova Scotians of all ages during these COVID times. 

Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey introduces Community Health Board members Brian Muldoon and Shannon Hartlen as they chat with each other about the reasons they joined the board and what excites them about the work, as well as what they love about their community!

Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey hosts a conversation between current board chair Laura Lee Johnson and emeritus chair Barbara Ross.  Who are the folks who represent you on the Community Health Board? Where do they live, why did they join the board, and what's their favourite part of the work? Learn all this and more in today's episode!

Host Rick Conrad interviews Community Food Resource Network Coordinator Dianne Huskins about the work of the Network, food security issues in North Queens, and how folks can contribute to this terrific community resource!

Host Rick Conrad interviews new Liverpool resident Scott Christian about his life, work, and decision to move to Queens County with his family.

Host Deb Raddall and Food Writer Elisabeth Bailey talk about making--and keeping--your New Year's resolutions for 2021. Think it's too late to get started? Think again!

Host Barbara Ross welcomes new Queens County Resident Laura Haskell, who shares the story of her life and her journey to Nova Scotia with us.

Host Deb Raddall and Community Health Board members Rick Conrad, Lauren Inglis, and Barbara Ross (along with special guess Derek Ross!) sing and chat about the holidays with warm wishes for everyone in the community.

Host Barbara Ross interviews new Queens County resident Willo Treschow about her life and how it brought her to make her home in Queens County. Get to know Willo and what she has to offer the community--and what we can offer her!

Host Deborah Raddall and Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey talk about COVID testing, safety, and tips and tricks for a holiday season during the second wave.

Host Deborah Raddall interviews new LRHS principal Souhail Souljah about how life brought him and his family to Queens County and what's new at the high school.

Host Deb Raddall interviews Kendra Shot, the organizer of Santa for Seniors Queens County, about her program, who it helps, and how folks can get involved!

Host Lauren Inglis talks with LRHS counselor Erika Kirk about the many supports available to youth--and everyone else!--in our community as we all move forward through COVID together.

Host Deb Raddall interviews South Queens Middle School Vice-Principal Stacy Thorburn and Student Support Worker Shelly Whynot about the many ways in which schools support students in their families beyond academics--and how members of the community can help!

Host Rick Conrad chats with Community Health Board Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey about the Community Health Plan--how it's made, how it's used, and why it's relevant to the community!

History buff and long-time museum interpreter Brittany Wentzell leads host Deb Raddall on a spooky walking tour of downtown Liverpool from Fort Point to the first graveyard of the English colonists. Download this episode and take the walk with them starting at Fort Point Lighthouse, or listen and follow along on Google maps!

Host Deborah Raddall interviews Rural Housing Coordinator Lisa Ryan about how affordable housing can be developed in rural Nova Scotia.

Host Rick Conrad and Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey chat about the resources available online and by phone for medical services, mental health services, financial assistance, and much more in Nova Scotia during COVID-19.

Host Barbara Ross interviews Queens County Senior Safety Coordinator Shelley Walker about her role and resources for seniors.

Host Deb Raddall talks with expert Shannon Hartlen about going back to school during COVID and how we can help manage our kids' stress--and our own!

Host Rick Conrad interviews Executive Director of South Shore Sexual Health Julie Veinot about their upcoming new puberty guide, Genderawesome! This guide was developed to meet the need for a sexuality and puberty resource that addresses all bodies and all genders.

Host Deborah Raddall interviews Region of Queens Municipality Accessibility Coordinator Elise Johnston-Agar about her role, RQM's current accessibility survey, recruitment for the accessibility committee, and what she hopes to accomplish in her role.

Host Deb Raddall interviews community members and accessibility advocates Sue Beaumont and Debbie Wamboldt about the challenges and successes around accessibility in Queens County.

Host Deb Raddall and Coordinator Elisabeth Bailey talk about harvesting the garden--what to pick when and how to freeze, dry, or can your extra produce!

Host Barbara Ross interviews Angie Zinck, Director of Communications for 211 Nova Scotia. What is 211 for? Who can use it and how? This episode covers everything you've ever wanted to know about this essential information and referral service!