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May
30
Posted by benniefinch on May 30th, 2024 0 comments Tags: Connecticut, Focused Outreach, funding, graphic medicine, public libraries
Each year Region 7 focuses on learning about two geographic regions. This year, we met wonderful library staff as well as many service directors and providers serving Litchfield County, Connecticut. Region 7 was able to provide funding for 5 library staff from Litchfield County libraries to attend the Connecticut Library Association Conference. The following is… Read More »
Posted in: Blog
May
28
Posted by benniefinch on May 28th, 2024 0 comments Tags: Member Spotlight, mental health, recovery, substance use disorder
In this blog post, we will hear from Agnes Skowron, Librarian for the CT Clearinghouse, which provides information and resources related to health promotion, substance use prevention, recovery, harm reduction, mental health and more. Funded by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, the key resources shared in this article are for those… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Member Spotlight, Weekly Newsletter
May
20
Posted by Sarah Levin-Lederer on May 20th, 2024 0 comments Tags: Health Literacy, MedlinePlus, resources
It’s that time of year again where people are getting outside and enjoying the weather. Whether it’s gardening at home, taking a hike in the woods, or spending time on the water, here are resources that can help you stay healthy and safe throughout the summer. Fun in the Sun Remember: Shade Clothing Hat Sunglasses… Read More »
Posted in: NLM Resources
May
10
Posted by Margot M on May 10th, 2024 0 comments Tags: hospital librarians, hospital library advisory group, Training
You are invited to Region 7’s Hospital Libraries Advisory Group meeting. We are meeting at 10:00AM on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The meeting is designed for hospital librarians who work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. We will share what we are learning from hospital libraries in Region 7,… Read More »
Posted in: Communities of Interest
May
06
Posted by NNLM Region 7 on May 6th, 2024 0 comments Tags: may, meditation, mental health, mindfulness, NNLM, Public Health, substance use disorder, yoga
Yoga offers a powerful tool for enhancing mental health and supporting recovery from substance use disorders. Its holistic approach addresses the root causes of addiction while promoting self-awareness, stress reduction, and physical well-being. Before joining the NNLM Region 7, I completed my 500 hour yoga teacher training with Kripalu Institute of Yoga and Health in… Read More »
Posted in: Blog, Newsletters, NLM Resources, Public Health, Weekly Newsletter
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