Oscar-nominated filmmaker (Best Documentary, 2008) Scott Kennedy Hamilton will present his award winning film, The Garden, at 7:30 p.m.. Doors open at 4 p.m.
The celebration will feature exhibits from local farmers, community gardeners and organizations working on food, sustainability and justice issues. There will also be live music, activities for kids and an affordable all local, organic dinner.
Global
Date:
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Time:
4:00pm - 11:00pm
Location:
Earth House/Lockerbie Central
Street:
237 N. East Street
City/Town:
Indianapolis, IN
Friday, June 26, 2009
People Residing In Poor Communities Not Benefiting From Recent Drop In Colorectal Cancerhttp://ping.fm/jNh2d
The biggest issue for me is my relationship with FOOD. Its a love/hate thing. I have my favorites like anyone else but like so many women, its become a very unhealthy relationship.
The first thing I had to do was to recognize the relationship. I wasn't really able to face my eating disorder until about five years ago. It was then when I was finally ok with saying that I've been a bulimic since my late 20's and I have unhealthy body image issues. It wasn't about telling the world but telling Rhonda. With all the loving affirmations people want you to do, sometimes the best affirmation is to get real.
So where am I know with bulimia and food? Interesting enough, I know understand why some drug addicts say they are always an addict. It used to really bug me but really what they are saying is that they need to have a heighten awareness that they can't partake in any mood or mind altering substance for the rest of their lives. Well unlike the drug addict, you can't just obtain from food. I have to eat and this is the difference between the drug addict and the person with an eating disorder including binge eating. But bulimia isn't about food necessarily but about control. I'm sure some of you have the same issue.
Food issues go deeper for many people than just controlling calorie counts and just working it. Food provides comfort. It is a drug for some so you can't just fix the outside but you have to get to the heart of the issue. What is bugging you? Why won't you take the opportunity to really live and be healthy? What is your relationship with food, family and friends? Some of us need to think about that while others need to stop being lazy and get moving! :)
I tell folks that I'm perfectly flawed. I believe that my journey in all of my life's experiences are teachable moments for myself and others and will continue to share this interesting tale.
Take hold of YOU. Life pushed the junk in but we are responsible to get the junk out. Your issue may not be food but bitterness, jealously, envy, violence, etc. There's no need to be embarrassed. Just face it and fix it. Pray and meditate. You are Loved. Lets Go!
CWUW was developed so women and their families could have a place to GET REAL and learn how to move from destruction to perfection. "Be Ye Perfect" as the great Teacher said so that means its in you to be - perfect. This blog is for you as well. If you want to share, share. Add your comments, observations, revelations, etc.
Let's Live Life Well!
Sincerely,
Rhonda
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Successful Weight Loss With Dieting Is Linked To Vitamin D Levels http://ping.fm/3E4ws
We are seeking Life Jam™ Feedback. Let us know what you thought of the event! lifejam@cwuwonline.org
Gardening by the Book Club East 38th Street Branch (East) Sat., Jun 20, 2009 10:00 am Age Level: Adults Category: Activity
Adults are invited to hear a special presenter discuss various gardening topics. The theme of this program is "Urban Gardens: Healthier People and Greener Neighborhoods." Ginny Roberts of the Marion County Extension Office's Capital City Garden Project will discuss how the project promotes better living through gardens.
Gardening by the Book Club East 38th Street Branch (East) Sat., Jul 18, 2009 10:00 am Age Level: Adults Category: Activity
Adults are invited to hear a special presenter discuss various gardening topics. Presenter will be Ron Lauster of the Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District, who will discuss how to build a rain garden and rain barrels at home. He'll show how they can conserve water and protect water quality in your neighborhood.
Call the East 38th Street Branch for more information!
The National Men’s Health Week will kick off at RaphaelHealthCenter on June 15th, 2009!The purpose of Men’s Health Week is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.
MONDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY: Includes Men’s Health Week highlights and information, with the focus on preventive care. Local agencies will be stationed in our waiting area to help apply for health coverage and also to provide information regarding a large number of other service organizations available to you!
All men are welcome!Bring your fathers, grandfathers, sons, brothers, uncles, and male associates so they can take the steps to improve their health and prevent disease. When men take the simplest steps to improve their health, the results can be significant and everyone can benefit.
Our priority is to encourage men to make their health a priority for a longer, healthier, and happier life.
DATE:Monday, June 15 through Wednesday, June 17, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHO:Men in the community who are uninsured and do not have a Primary Care Provider
WHERE:RaphaelHealthCenter
401 E. 34th Street [on the corner of Central Avenue and E 34th Street]
WHAT:MONDAY, TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY: Men’s Health
Screening including:
·Prostate screening
·Diabetes testing
·HIV testing
·Dental screening
·Other preventative services
COST:FREE for those new to the RaphaelHealthCenter.Current patients will be eligible to receive free educational information.
CALL NOW TO SCHEDULE!!
317-926-1507
Please let the scheduler know your appointment is for the Men’s Health Day Services.
I've been working with a wellness coach and it has been a journey. I'm learning about myself and what I really need to do.
Even though you have the KNOWLEDGE, life has put of roadblocks to being wise and applying that knowledge to your life.
I've had to look at my body image issue very closely. Its dangerous for my psyche. Its planted in control, fertilized in lies, and loved in BS. At the end, here comes Bulimia. It rolls off the tongue like its some weird yet exotic name. (I'm hoping no child is named Bulimia). I've cultivated this side of me. I've nurtured it, supported it, excused it, and even believed in it. Nuts right? Not really. I'm human. The important thing is to start the weeding process and face it.
I completely appreciate Delana (the wellness coach). She is hardcore and yet loving. She wants to see you enlightenment and moving forward. Keep it moving! She holds me accountable and that's all most of this is about in some odd way. Its about the dance between letting go of control and yet embracing discipline.
I gained 25lbs in 2008 partially due to back issues. My goal is to lose 40lbs.
I will take this journey publicly. I will blog on both sites (my own blog and CWUWs). I will document the ups and downs of this journey because we all need to see that it can be done even if you're operating with a psychosis like Bulimia. I will walk the talk.
Are you ready? Lets go!!
I'll provide info for Delana's business in upcoming blogs.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Health Risks Begin In Overweight Range, BMI Doesn't Tell Whole Story http://ping.fm/ZFe2i
CWUW Life Jam 2009 takes place today at Earth House, $7 at the door. Parking on East Street, New York Street, and in the parking lot next to Earth House! We're ready for a good day!!
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Over 60 Percent Of All US Bankruptcies Attributable To Medical Problems http://ping.fm/6nJHj
Center of Wellness for Urban Women, Inc (CWUW empowers women and their families to become proactive in their health by improving their mind, body, and spirit through education, advocacy, care, and prevention.
Utilizing the 7 Dimensions of Wellness, CWUW recognizes the mind, body, and spirit connection leads to total health and well-being.7 Dimensions of Wellness include: Physical Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Emotional Wellness, Social Wellness, Environmental Wellness, Occupational Wellness, and Intellectual Wellness.
LIVE LIFE WELL
CWUW Programs:
Health Information Programs— HIP
Workshops and Multiple Session Interventions to educate women on health issues like emotional wellness, weight management, diabetes, breast cancer, and cardiovascular health. HIP workshops incorporate the 7 dimensions of wellness in all its messages.
Health Management and Resource Coordination
CWUW believes its important to help women to coordinate their health services and to support them on their journey for total health. Health Management and Resource Coordination (HMRC) will assist women in locating needed services throughout Marion County, assist in scheduling appointments, tracking services, and helping women to maintain their medical records.HMRC is designed to “integrate, coordinate, and strengthen linkages between programs and activities that are already underway in the community to enhance services available to women and to reduce fragmentation in women's health services.”National Community Centers of Excellence on Women’s Health model
Sisters Together Program:Comprehensive Health Management Program
Components of Sisters Together include:Walking Program,Life Coaching, Holistic Nutrition Education, Homeopathy Referrals.
CWUW Life Jam:
Its not only fundraiser but a concert, an art show, and simply an opportunity for friends to come together to have a good time in a safe, healthy environment!
