North End Waterfront Health’s Behavioral Health Department is starting a Substance Abuse in the Family support group for those with relatives suffering from drug and alcohol abuse. The group will offer a private space for individuals to share their thoughts and experiences, to provide support to one another, and to gain coping skills for dealing Read More…
North End Waterfront Health is hosting a “Circle of Red” women’s heart health event on Thursday, February 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, which is sponsored by the American Heart Association and Massachusetts General Hospital, will include heart health screenings, games and prizes, heart healthy snacks, and a health information table – Read More…
by Mary Wright, Health Educator at North End Waterfront Health Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women in the United States. In fact, more women than men die each year from heart attacks. One in four women die from heart disease every year while one in 30 women die from breast cancer. Read More…
North End Waterfront Health, located at 332 Hanover St., is hosting a second free flu clinic on Thursday, January 24, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. During these times, the flu shot will be free for everyone over the age of 18. Children under the age of 18 are not eligible to receive a free Read More…
Here are some safety tips to help you and your family stay safe this winter. Dress in layers. Wear a hat. Wear non-skid boots. For safety and visibility, wear a brightly colored scarf or hat. Cover exposed skin with sunscreen – you can burn even in the winter. Do not shovel snow if you are Read More…
In response to the city’s Public Health Emergency regarding the flu, North End Waterfront Health is partnering with Mayor Menino and the Boston Public Health Commission to offer a free flu clinic on Saturday, January 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. During these times, the flu shot will be free for everyone over the Read More…
North End Waterfront Health is hosting a Doc Chat for parents on Friday, January 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., at the Nazzaro Center, during the regularly scheduled indoor play group. Doc Chat is designed to provide parents with an opportunity to join in a conversation with one of NEW Health’s pediatricians in an Read More…
The common cold and the flu are both respiratory infections caused by viruses. The flu is considered to be more serious because it can lead to pneumonia and even death in persons who have other chronic illnesses. Symptoms of a cold come on gradually over a few days and are less severe than flu symptoms. Read More…
The following news release is from North End Waterfront Health announcing the closure of the Adult Day Care Program at Villa Michelangelo. NORTH END WATERFRONT HEALTH ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER CLOSING The North End Waterfront Health’s (NEW Health) Adult Day Health Center opened in 1983 and has since provided clients with a safe haven to Read More…
‘Tis the season to be…stressed? While the holidays can bring joy and happiness, they can also bring stress. Money troubles, a never ending to-do list, crowds – there’s a lot going on that can put a damper on the season. Margaret LeBlanc, LICSW, from North End Waterfront Health’s Behavioral Health Department, will lead a stress-reduction Read More…
The North End Christmas Fund is looking for contributions and donors to help North End elders and families. Checks can be sent to the North End Christmas Fund, Luncheon Committee, c/o North End Waterfront Health, 332 Hanover St. Boston, MA 02113. Also, the names of persons and/or families in the North End / Waterfront area Read More…
St. John School held its annual “Make a Difference” Community Celebration this year at the Hard Rock Café, Boston on Wednesday night. It was a great night of celebrating and recognizing important people in the North End community and building new relationships. The only remaining parochial school in the North End welcomed 50 new students Read More…