2220 E. Gonzales RoadOxnard, CA 93030

Tel. (805) 981-6657

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Healthy Communities- Health Education February 2017

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Health Note............1-2

Health Screens........ 3

‘Get Fit’ ................... 5

Nutrition Ed.......... 6-10

Garden & Food ...... 11

Partnership for a Healthy VC............ 12

Partner & Community Resources ............. 13

Directory................. 14

Contents

Champion Heart Health & Live Better

Sea un campeón de salud para la salud del corazón & Viva Mejor.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. To prevent heart disease and increase awareness of its effects, Chronic Disease Prevention Program is proudly participating in American Heart Month. Locally, 6.2% of adults are affected by heart disease (Institute, 2016). For more information, visit http://www.healthmattersinvc.org.

Be sure to visit the health risk screening test page of this calendar of events every month to stay in touch with your health. “This

publication is developed monthly with your health in mind.”

You can make healthy changes to lower your risk of developing heart disease. Controlling and preventing risk factors is also important for people who already have heart disease.

To lower your risk: • Watchyourweight. • Quitsmokingandstayawayfromsecondhandsmoke. • Controlyourcholesterolandbloodpressure. • Ifyoudrinkalcohol,drinkonlyinmoderation. • Getactiveandeathealthy.

WorksCited

Institute, H. C. (2016, August). Health Matters in VC. Retrieved from http://

www.healthmattersinvc.org/: http://www.healthmattersinvc.org/index.

February 2017 Health Note

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Febrero 2017 Nota para Su Salud

Las enfermedades del corazón son la causa principal de muertes en hombres y mujeres. Para prevenir enfermedades del corazón y aumentar la concientización sobre sus efectos, el Programa de Prevención de Enfermedades Crónicas, orgullosamente participa en el Mes Americano del Corazón. Localmente, 6.2% de los adultos padecen enfermedad del corazón (Institute, 2016). Para más información, visite http://www.healthmattersinvc.org.

Asegúrese de visitar la página de exámenes de salud de este calendario, para que se mantenga al tanto de su salud.“Esta publicación es mensual y es creada con su salud en mente”.

Usted puede hacer cambios saludables para reducir el riesgo de desarrollar enfermedades del corazón. El controlar y prevenir los Factores de riesgos es también importante para las personas que ya tienen una enfermedad del corazón.

Y así reducir su riesgo: • Vigilesupeso • Dejedefumarymanténgasealejadodeaquellosquefumen. • Controlesuniveldecolesterolypresiónarterialenlasangre. • Sitomaalcohol,hágalosolamenteenmoderación. • Póngaseactivoyaliméntesesaludablemente.

Trabajo Citado

Institute, H. C. (2016, August). Health Matters in VC. Retrieved from http://www.healthmattersinvc.org/: http://www.healthmattersinvc.

org/index.php?module=indicators&controller=index&action=view&indicatorId=2831&localeId=2932

February 2017 Early Detection - Free Health Screens

blood glucose, blood pressure and body fat

The Chronic Disease Prevention Program

Promoción de Detección Tempranaexámenes de salud gratuitos

Date City Location Hours

Wed 1 Feb Oxnard(south)

Open House & Resource Fair*Behavioral Health 3:30-5:30 P.M.

Wed 1 Feb Oxnard Cesar Chavez K-12*224 N Juanita St 6:00-6:45 P.M.

Tue 7 Feb Fillmore La Unica Market505 Old Telegraph Rd 2:30-4:30 P.M.

Sat 11 Feb Oxnard La Colonia Tenant Association USDA Pantry*1500 Colonia Rd 8:00-10:00 A.M.

Tue 14 Feb Santa Paula Our Lady of Guadalupe Church427 N Oak St 10:00-2:00 P.M.

Wed 15 Feb Santa Paula R & R Market443 N Ojai Rd 2:30-4:30 P.M.

Tue 21 Feb Thousand Oaks Manna Food Pantry3020 Crescent Way 10:00-12:00 P.M.

Wed 22 Feb Ventura(west)

4-Way Market724 N Ventura Ave 1:30-3:30 P.M.

Thu 23 Feb Oxnard Amar Ranch Market1111 E Channel Island Blvd 9:00-11:30 A.M.

Fri 24 Feb Oxnard(south)

La Tapatia Market #2211 W Hueneme Rd 2:00-4:00 P.M.

Tue 28 Feb Santa Paula Our Lady of Guadalupe Church427 N Oak St 10:00-2:00 P.M.

Tue 28 Feb Santa Paula Servi Sony “Mí Cellular”924 E Main St 2:30-4:30 P.M.

*Site where health risk blood sugar tests will be offered.

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Diabetes Self-Managementasesoría y manejo personal para personas con diabetes Tipo 2

Date City Location Hours Contact Information

Mon 6 Feb Oxnard South Oxnard Public Health2500 “C” St Ste B-1 9:00-4:00 P.M. Deanne Morales (805) 981-6634

Mon 13 Feb Santa Paula

Santa Paula Public Health620 W Harvard Blvd 9:00-1:00 P.M. Deanne Morales (805) 981-6634

*By appointment only, please call (805) 981-6634.

The Chronic Disease Self-Management WorkshopA Stanford University’s Self-Management Program

Healthy Living Classes Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6• Overview of Self-

management and chronic health conditions

• Using your mind to manage symptoms

• Getting a good night’s sleep

• Making an action plan

• Problem solving• Dealing with

difficult emotions

• Physical activity, preventing falls

• ...Making decisions

• Pain and fatique management

• ...Better breating• Healthy eating • Comunication

Skills

• ...Medication usage

• Dealing with depression

• ...Working with your health care professional and organization

• Weight management

• Future plans

West Ventura Clinic133 W Santa Clara St

9:00-11:30 A.M.Wed 25 Jan Wed 1 Feb Wed 8 Feb Wed 15 Feb Wed 22 Feb Wed 29 Feb

Active Living Center 533 Santa Clara St-Fillmore

9:00-11:30 P.M. Thu 19 Jan Thu 26 Jan Thu 2 Feb Thu 9 Feb Thu 16 Feb Thu 23 Feb

Santa Paula Senior Center530 W Main St- Santa Paula

9:00-11:30 P.M.Fri 20 Jan Fri 27 Jan Fri 3 Feb Fri 10 Feb Fri 17 Feb Fri 24 Feb

Changes may occur without prior notice. If you are interested, call before to register and/or confirm.

February 2017 Diabetes Self-Management & Healthy Living Classes

asesoría y manejo personal para personas con diabetes y promoción de clases para vivir mejor

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The Chronic Disease Prevention Program

Asesoría y manejo personal para personas con diabetes Tipo 2

GET FIT! Classesclases de ejercicio para ponerse en forma

Date Class Type City Location Hours Contact Information

M/W Zumba®for Adults Oxnard Cesar Chavez Elementary

School-Cafeteria 6:30-7:30 P.M. Sara Rivera(805) 981-6657

Instructor: Liz Rollins and Ma Laura PeñaTo learn more about how to participate or host an activity for your community, please call (805) 981-6657.

Walking Clubsclubs de caminata

Date City Location Hours Contact InformationMonday &

WednesdaySanta Paula

Santa Paula Senior Center530 W Main St 9:00 A.M. Led by Angela Bautista (805) 933-4226

Fridays Oxnard Del Sol Park1600 Camino del Sol Park 8:00-9:00 A.M. Deanne Morales (805) 981-6634

February 2017 Get Fit! and walking clubs

promoción de actividad física y clubs de caminata

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The Chronic Disease Prevention Program

To dance, move, and walk are all examples of how to

stay active.

El bailar, moverse y caminar son ejemplos de como

mantenerse activo.

Healthy & Refreshing Fruit Drink Recipe receta refrescante hecha con frutas y verduras

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Makes 4 servings.1 cup per serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients4 sprigs of fresh mint

1/2 grapefruit, peeled and cubed

Ice cubes Preparation.1. Fill pitcher halfway with ice.2. Add mint and grapefruit.3. Fill with water. Chill for at least 30 minutes

before serving.4. Storeinrefrigeratoranddrinkwithin24hours.

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Tiempo de preparación: 5 minutos

Ingredientes1 ramitas de menta fresca

1/2 toronja pelada, en cubitos

Cubos de hieloPreparación.1. Llene media jarra con hielo.2. Agregue la menta y toronja.3. Llene con agua. Deje enfriar por lo menos 30

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Vegetable Salad with Tangy Avocado Dressing

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Healthy Recipe

1. Toss lettuce, cucumber, jicama, peas, and onion together in a large bowl.

2. In a blender container, add avocado, orange and lime juice, and garlic salt; coverwithatightfittinglid,andblenduntilsmooth.

3. Add dressing to salad and toss well to coat. Serveimmediately.

8 cups shredded romaine lettuce½ cup peeled and chopped cucumber½ cup peeled and chopped jicama½ cup frozen peas, thawed ¼cupfinelychoppedredonion1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted½ cup 100% orange juice2 tablespoons lime juice½ teaspoon garlic salt

Servings: 4 Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups Prep Time: 20 minutes

tip: Blend1/4cupfreshcilantroleaveswithdressingforextraflavor.

This recipe uses avocado to make a cramy, healthy dressing that tastes great.

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Receta SaludableEnsalada con Aderezo Agridulce de Aguacate

Servings: 4 Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups Prep Time: 20 minutes

Esta receta usa aguacate para preparar un sabroso aderezo cremoso y saludable.

Consejo: Licue¼tazadecilantroconeladerezoparadarlemássaborflavor.

1. Mezcle la lechuga, el pepino, la jícama, los chícharos y la cebolla en un tazón grande.

2. En el vaso de la licuadora, agregue el aguacate, los jugos de naranja y limón y la sal de ajo. Cubra con una tapa segura y licue hasta que quede cremoso.

3. Agregue el aderezo a la ensalada y mezcle bien.Sirvainmediatamente.

8 tazas de lechuga romana rallada½ taza de pepino pelado y picado½ taza de jícama pelada y picada½ taza de chícharos¼tazadecebollarojafinamentepicada1 aguacate maduro, pelado y sin hueso½ taza de jugo de naranja 100% natural2 cucharadas de jugo de limón verde½ cucharadita de sal de ajo

Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Program Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6

English Topics-->Eat Well,

Move More, Feel Great!

Make MyPlate

Your Plate!

Here’s the Real Skinny on Fat and the Secrets of Sodium

Be Sugar Savvy

Fill Up with Fiber

The 3Ps of Healthy Eating on a

Budget!

Topics in Spanish -->

¡Come Bien, muévete

más, siéntete

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¡Haga MíPlato Su

Plato!

Lo Último Sobre la Grasa/

Secretos del Sodio

Conzca la Verdad del

Azúcar

Llenándose con Fibra

Los 3 Pasos Comer

Saludable Económi-camente

New Start for Mom *1911 William Dr - OxnardHours: 9:00-10:00 A.M.

Thu 9 Jan Thu 23 Jan Thu 30 Jan Thu 6 Mar Thu 13 Mar Thu 27 Mar

Santa Paula Santa Clara Valley NfL**115 Dean Dr- Suite B - Santa Paula*

Hours: 10:00-11:00 A.M.

viernes 13 de enero

viernes 20 de enero

viernes 27 de enero

viernes 3 de febrero

viernes 10 de febrero

viernes 17 de febrero

Project Access **1001 W Gonzales Rd - Oxnard

Hours: 10:00-11:30 A.M.Wed 18 Jan Wed 25 Jan Thu 2 Feb Wed 15 Feb Wed 22 Feb Wed 1 Mar

Blackstock Junior High**701 E Bard Rd - OxnardHours: 5:00-6:30 P.M.4

jueves 2 de feb

mier 8 de feb

mier 15 de feb

mier 22 de feb

mier 1 de marzo

mier 8 de marzo

Richarch Bard Elementary School**622 E PLeasant Valley Rd- Port Hueneme

Hours: 8:15-9:15 A.M.

martes 7 de feb

martes 14 de feb

martes 21 de feb

martes 28 de feb

martes 7 de marzo

martes 14 de marzo

A.C.C.E.S.S**30 Flory Ave., Moorpark* Hours: 12:00-1:00 P.M.

Tue 7 Feb Tue 14 Feb Tue 21 Feb Tue 28 Feb Tue 7 Mar Tue 14 Mar

Conejo Elementary School **280 N Conejo School - Thousand Oaks

Hours: 8:30-10:00 A.M.

jueves 9 de feb

jueves 16 de feb

jueves 23 de feb

jueves 2 de marzo

jueves 9 de marzo

jueves 16 de marzo

Sunkist Elementary School**1400 Teakwood St - Port Hueneme

Hours: 6:30-7:30 P.M.

mier 22 de feb

mier 1 de marzo

mier 8 de marzo

mier 15 de marzo

mier 22 de marzo

mier 29 de marzo

Changes may occur without prior notice. If you are interested, call before to register and/or confirm.*Not open to the public. **Spanish

February 2017 Nutrition Class Series

serie de clases de nutrición

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One Time Worshops

Date Activity City Location Hours Contact information

Fri 10 Feb Store Tour* Oxnard Local Vons Store 2:30-4:00 P.M. Lizet Garcia(805) 981-6650

Sat 11 Feb Food Taste Testing* Oxnard La Colonia Tenant Association USDA Pantry-1500 Colonia Rd 8:00-10:00 A.M. Blanca Arias

(805) 981-6627

Tue 21 Feb Fun & Healthy *Snacking Oxnard Driffil Elementary School

910 S. E. St. 2:30-5:30 P.M. Lizet Garcia(805) 981-6650

* Not open to the public. **Spanish

February 2017 One-time Nutrition Classes & Events

clases de nutrición individuales y eventos

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Classes on nutrition are enthusiastic and a fun way of learning!

¡Las clases sobre la nutrición son una forma entusiasta y divertida de aprender!

Let’s Move with Fruits & Vegetables Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6

English Topics--> MyPlate/Grapefruit Beets Broccoli Oranges Berries

Rethink Your Drink/Cucumber

Buena Ventura Center2501 Gisler Ave - Oxnard*

Hours: 8:30-9:30 A.M.Fri 20 Jan Fri 27 Jan Fri 3 Feb Fri 10 Feb Fri 17 Feb Fri 24 Feb

Marina West FRC/NfL2501 Carob St - Oxnard*Hours: 10:00-11:00 A.M.

Mon 23 Jan Mon 30 Jan Mon 2 Feb Mon 13 Feb Mon 27 Feb Mon 6 March

Sierra Linda FRC/NfL2201 Jasmine St - Oxnard*Hours: 10:00-11:00 A.M.

Wed 1 Feb Wed 8 Feb Wed 15 Feb Wed 22 Feb Wed 22 Feb Wed 1 March

Driffill FRC/NfL910 S “E” St - Oxnard*

Hours: 10:00-11:00 A.M.

jueves 23 de feb

jueves 2 de marzo

jueves 9 de marzo

jueves 16 de marzo

jueves 23 de marzo

jueves 30 de marzo

Changes may occur without prior notice. If you are interested, call before to register and/or confirm.*Not open to the public. **Spanish

February 2017 Community Garden & Fresh Produce

jardín de frutas y verduras

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Garden Hours of OperationLocation: Where Camino del Sol Road, Entrada Drive and Garfield Avenue meet in La Colonia, Oxnard.

Hours: Monday- Sunday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.Open Activity Hours Contact Information

Sat 25 Feb Garden Meeting 8:30-11:30 A.M. Blanca Arias(805) 981-6627

*Event not open to the public.

“Community Markets” free seasonal fruits and vegetables

Date Frequency City Location Hours Contact Information

Wed 15 Feb monthly West Ventura Westpark Community Center450 W Harrison Ave 4:00-5:30 P.M. Anita Diaz

(805) 648-1895This event is a collaborative effort with partner community organizations.

AvocadoEach half a cup offers 117

calories, 11 g of fat and 5 g of fiber.Itisagoodsourceoffiber,Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, folic acid,

potassium and Vitamin K.

El AguacateCada media taza ofrece 117 calorías,

11gdegrasay5gdefibra.Esunafuentedefibra,Vitamina C, Vitamina B6, ácido fólico, potasio y

Vitamina K.

The healthy ventura county partnership is a coalition

that includes ventura county public health, First 5

Ventura County and a wide range of community

organizations and individuals, including businesses,

schools, non-profits, local government and networks

seeking to improve the health of Ventura County

residents, policies and community endeavors. We share

the vision that Ventura County will be the national

model for healthy eating, active living and community

wellbeing. We promote community and personal

changes that lead to healthy eating and regular exercise

to reduce obesity and related chronic diseases.

The Partnership Meetings take place on the first

Thursday of the month. For more information, please

contact Sara Rivera at (805) 981-6657 or

Sara.Rivera@ventura.org

M e e t i n g s

Partnership meets on the 1st Thursday of the month

Date Type LocationFebruary 2 General AMarch 2 General A

Location A:2240E.GonzalesRd.,Suite200

Oxnard Ca 93036 Location B:

2220E.GonzalesRd.,EMSConf.Rm.200Oxnard Ca 93036

February 2017 Partnership for a Healthy Ventura County

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http://healthyventuracounty.org/

Featured Harvest of The Month:

Grapefruit

Visit us for some nutritious meals! http://healthyventuracounty.org/healthy-eating/

heart-healthy-diets/

For more information please visit us at: / Para más información visite nuestra página:http://www.vchca.org/public-health

Date Services/Events City Location Hours Contact information

Thu 2 Feb “Healthy Heart & Diabetes Cooking”

Oxnard St. John’s Regional Medical Center

6:30-7:30 P.M. (805) 988-2865

seis sábados4 de feb

Hola Salud: Vivi-endo Bien con

Diabetes9:00-11:00 A.M.

Tue 7 Feb1st Tues of the month

Free Diabetes Class

Ventura Livingston Memorial1996 Eastman Ave 1:00-2:30 P.M.

Linda Hampson(805) 642-0239

Ext. 723

Wed 8 Feb1st Wed of the month Camarillo Camarillo Community Center

1605 Burnley St Rm 7 2:30-4:00 P.M.

Wed 7 Feb1st Wed of the month

Simi Valley

Simi Valley Senior Center3900 Avenida Simi 10:30-12:00 P.M.

Wed 22 Feb4th Wed of the month

Thousand Oaks

Goebel Senior Center1385 E Janss Rd-Foothill Rm 1:30-3:00 P.M.

Tue & ThuChildren’s Diabetes

ManagementVentura Pediatric Diagnostic Center

3291 Loma Vista Rd 8:00-5:00 P.M. Kay Urban(805) 652-6255

Mon-Fri Adult Diabetes Clinic Oxnard Las Islas South

325 W Channel Islands Blvd 8:00-5:00 P.M. Irene Guerrero(805) 804-9510

February 2017 Partner & Community Efforts

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To celebrate American Heart Month in February, become a health championathome&atwork.Stayactive,eatwellandencourageothers to do the same!

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Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Program provides nutrition education classes, train-the-trainer nutrition workshops, and cooking and physical activity demonstrations to promote informed food choices and healthier lifestyles.

For more information please contact:Lizet Garcia lizet.garcia@ventura.orgBlanca Arias blanca.arias@ventura.orgAlejandro Elias alejandro.elias@ventura.orgYaderi Salazar yaderi.salazar@ventura.orgRita Rubin rita.rubin@ventura.org

Rethink Your DrinkUrges everyone to choose refreshing water to quench their thirst instead of sugary drinks. The goal of the initiative is to reach all residents and organizations in Ventura County to increase the consumption of and access to healthy beverages.

For more information please contact:Sara Rivera sara.rivera@ventura.org

Community & School Garden SupportOffers support and education to families and educators growing their own vegetables and fruits at their local community gardens and schools.

For more information please contact:Blanca Arias blanca.arias@ventura.org

February 2017 Programs DirectoryChronic Disease Prevention Program publishes this monthly Events Calendar to encourage healthy active living through physical activity and healthy eating in all communities of Ventura County. Educational opportunities are free of cost and available to residents, families and communities who are ready to lead healthier lives.

DirectorSilvia Lopez-Navarro silvia.lopez-navarro@ventura.org

Health ScreensBlood sugar, blood pressure, and body fat screens and individualized health education and referrals to local resources.

Get Fit ClassesCommunity physical activity classes

Walking ClubsAssistance with forming a walking club in the community

Diabetes Self Management ServicesIndividual Diabetes Self-Management servicesDiabetes Case Manager Vicky Bobadilla, PA C

For more information please contact:Deanne Morales deanne.morales@ventura.orgDelfina Zermeño delfina.zermeño@ventura.orgSara Rivera sara.rivera@ventura.org

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