September 2024 Newsletter
Keep up to date with the latest news from Healthy Jeffco Alliance partners and community!
Hello Healthy Jeffco Alliance,
School is back in session, the sunflowers are in full bloom and we are grateful for the many opportunities we’ve had to connect this summer. This month, we have a shorter newsletter for you highlighting the recent Alliance Summer Gathering plus a few quick updates.
The Annual Alliance Summer Gathering was held on August 27th. During the event, participants had the opportunity to connect face to face and build new relationships while strengthening old ones. It’s not everyday you get to spend a Tuesday afternoon in a park surrounded by peers who all share a passion for cultivating health and opportunity across our communities. In the second half of the event, participants shared stories of resiliency. Thanks to all who participated in this activity – by listening to other’s experiences or sharing your own story. As the Culture of Connection team found in their Pilot Storytelling Project, the process of listening to and sharing stories can help us learn about ourselves, relate to others and connect within shared human experiences. If you didn’t have a chance to attend the gathering or you want to find out more, check out this episode of the Hidden Brain podcast for a glimpse of the science behind this type of connection. Looking ahead to September, you’ll find the following in this month’s Alliance newsletter.
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Photos from the Alliance Summer Gathering!
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One final opportunity to sign up for the last Alliance tour of the summer with Evergreen Christian Outreach (EChO).
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NEW: Project reports from two of the Alliance Action Teams.
Alliance in Action
Upcoming Meetings
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Monday, September 9 at 1:30 p.m.
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Center in Community Action Team
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Tuesday, September 10 at 11:00 a.m.
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Tuesday, September 24 at 11:00 a.m.
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Monday, September 16 at 12:00 p.m.
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Assessment and Planning Action Team
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Wednesday, September 18 at 2:00 p.m.​
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Culture of Connection Action Team
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Monday, September 23 at 4:00 p.m.
Want to get involved with the Alliance or participate in Action Team meetings?
News Across the Alliance
Evergreen Christian Outreach (EChO) Tour | Thursday, September 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Join the Alliance in touring Evergreen Christian Outreach (EChO) to learn about their services, including their food pantry and cold weather shelter, and explore opportunities for new partnerships. Please complete this form to RSVP for the tour.
Supporting Culturally Aware and Inclusive Medical Care in Jefferson County
The Alliance’s Center in Community Team has been working on a project to ensure Hispanic immigrant residents in Jefferson County use local services by increasing access to medical care that is inclusive and supported by cultural awareness. Check out their project report here.
Understanding Experiences of Getting Care Across Jefferson County Systems
Community members accessing services from multiple programs and organizations often face challenges with repetitive information sharing across service providers. With a shared interest in this topic, the participants in the Technology Action Team agreed they would work together to improve people's experiences getting care in Jefferson County. Check out their project report here.
September Events in Jeffco
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City of Wheat Ridge Harvest Fest Community Potluck
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Date: Sunday, September 8th
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Time: 3-5 p.m.
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Location: Happiness Community Gardens - 4226 Ammons Street, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
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Bring a dish to share at this family-friendly feast at Happiness Gardens! The potluck will feature an acoustic band, community art project, yard games, open grill and information about community programs.
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Being Seen from Recovery Works and Heading Home Jeffco
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Date: Thursday, September 19th
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Time: 4-6 p.m.
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​Location: Recovery Works, 8000 W. Colfax Lakewood, CO 80214
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Participate in this community awareness event showcasing the artwork of people with lived experience of homelessness while highlighting the collaborative efforts of Jefferson County toward preventing and ending homelessness.
2024 Alliance Summer Gathering Photos
Share your community spotlights and events!
Is there a community spotlight or event you would like us to share on our website and in our upcoming newsletter? We're always looking to share information about events, programs, initiatives and other exciting work supporting connection and collaboration in Jeffco communities.