Join Impact Norwood and Norwood Recreation Department for our Second Annual Community Dodgeball Tournament on March 12th, 2022. Teams of up to 5 youth will be paired with 1-2 adults from the community to encourage healthy youth and adult relationships. Players from the winning team will be awarded with a gift card to either: Target, Dunkin Donuts, Showcase Cinema or SPOT!

Youth in grades 6-12 can register as a team of 5, 4, 3, 2, or as an individual. Each team will have 5 youth and 1-2 adults from the community that will be assigned the day of. Interested adults can email Aubrey at aciol@norwoodma.gov.

Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-registration-community-dodgeball-tournament-tickets-267596778167

Please contact Aubrey at aciol@norwoodma.gov if you have any questions!

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we are faced with unprecedented uncertainty, stress, and loss. This webinar is based on a psychoeducation program, Commit to You, that was developed by Dr. Sejal Prajapati.

Humans have lost control over some things during COVID-19, but they still control how they live their lives. This program is intended to equip the participants with the skills needed to compassionately cope with their current stressors as well as to meaningfully approach their lives during this crisis. The components of Commit to You covered in this interactive webinar include identifying personal and professional values, practicing mindfulness skills, utilizing self-compassion tools, and exploring how gratitude can have a positive impact on perception.

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About Dr. Prajapati

Dr. Sejal Prajapati received a doctoral degree in School and Clinical Psychology. One of her main clinical and research interests is helping people develop resiliency, or the ability to recover after challenging experiences. She has taught various psychology courses to college students and science classes to middle and high school students. She currently works as a consultant using a resiliency program, Commit to You, that she developed to help people develop the skills to productively cope with their challenges and to stay focused on their goals.

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About the Webinar:

Impact Norwood and the Oasis Coalition of Stoughton understand how difficult the past few months have been. Our lives have been turned upside down, we've lost loved ones, and have been isolated from our friends and family. It's probably true that many of us are lacking motivation, hope, and wonder how we're going to continue coping with the unknown.

As we begin to see what the "new normal" looks like, Kikkan Randall's story of motivation, perseverance, and living with the unknown will provide us all with hope as we start the journey of rebuilding and healing.

About Kikkan, from www.kikkan.com:

"Life is full of challenges and the attitude you choose to meet these challenges with determines whether you “dive” or “thrive”. Through a journey of 5 Olympics I learned valuable skills that have helped me become an Olympic Champion, return to elite competition after the birth of my son and now battle cancer.

As an Olympian, active mom and now a cancer fighter, I have experienced both the highs and lows of tackling challenges and pursuing excellence at the highest level. I believe this gives me the ability to speak with confidence on topics related to business, sport and active lifestyles along the lines of perseverance, goal setting, time management and team building."

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A person's quality and duration of sleep impact many areas of health and wellness. In addition to the impact an individual’s sleep can have on him/ her, it is important to examine how the sleep of others in a family affects each other. Participants will gain a better understanding of infant, child, adolescent, pregnancy, and adult sleep.  In my work, I often say, “sleep is never just about sleep”. When someone says, “my child isn’t sleeping”,  or  “I am not sleeping”, that is just the tip of the iceberg. In this presentation we will explore what is under the iceberg, including but not limited to: sleep biology, the physical environment, stress management, nutrition, fitness and activity, mental and emotional wellbeing. This presentation will include special focus on the current COVID-19 pandemic and how this situation of social isolation, stressful dynamics, possible traumatic experiences, and drastic change in our schedules is likely impacting the sleep of us all.  If you, or a member of your family, is having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, or is experiencing nightmares or night terrors, then this webinar is for you.

Bio: 

Teresa Stewart, MS, MPH is a child development specialist, sleep consultant, and health educator. She has 20 years experience educating, supporting, and empowering parents from pregnancy through their child's adolescence. She holds a MS in Child Development, a MPH in maternal/ child health, and post-graduate certificates in adolescent sleep medicine, trauma-informed care, and postpartum depression and anxiety.  Teresa is a frequent presenter at national conferences; and provides workshops for health care professionals and childcare providers, in addition to parents. She is a proud resident of Norwood; and serves on the school committee, as a steering committee member of Impact Norwood, and as a coalition member of Minds Matter. She is sharing her expertise with our town  during this public health crisis to help us all sleep a little better. 

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In these unprecedented times, balancing all aspects of everyday life can be a challenge. In many situations, we can draw from past experiences in order to manage current circumstances, however today this strategy does not apply. Come learn about some specific techniques you can use to help support your elementary school children in the face of Covid-19. We will talk about managing remote learning, working around your work schedule,supporting family mental wellness, and incorporating fun activities along the way. We will close with a Q & A session, so bring any questions you may have!

About Julie

Julie B Cullen, LICSW, Ed.M graduated from The University of Vermont in 1999 with a bachelor's degree in Psychology, before enrolling in a graduate program at Boston University. She graduated in 2002 with a Master’s in Social Work and received a Masters in Special Education in 2003. Her professional career began in residential treatment, where she received intensive training in both Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and the treatment of Developmental Trauma. After spending several years as a clinician and Clinical Director in this setting, Julie spent time in a therapeutic public school environment before opening her private practice in 2012. Working with children, adolescents, and families has always been at the heart of Julie’s professional life. She hopes to bring humor, knowledge, and empathy into each experience, to bring out clients’ resiliency, and to provide families with a sense of hope for the future.

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Emerging research has shown that the foods we eat most often may have an effect on how we feel, not just physically, but mentally.  When a person eats mood boosting foods regularly, especially nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables, it can help to elevate his or her mood and enhance their sense of well-being.  Mood boosting foods contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that communicate with our brain to support personal characteristics such as happy, alert, strong, calm and confident.  

Learn how you can incorporate some mood boosting foods into your diet, along with a recipe demo utilizing common pantry items that you can try at home yourself! 

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REGISTER HERE to access the link to the virtual meeting space!

The impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic is worldwide. The primary focus to date has been on protecting physical health and safety, and rightly so.

While grappling with physical health and safety challenges, it is increasingly clear that we need to also devote attention to our mental health needs. Calls to hotlines and other services have reportedly increased as have rates of anxiety, depression, and at-risk behaviors. In our culture we are excellent at attending to needs from “the neck down” --- we also need to be attentive to our needs from “the neck up.”

“Teens, Tweens, & Quarantines” is a presentation for parents focusing on the impact of COVID-19 on our children. In a dynamic fashion, this talk will address the teen/tween brain, explain why this pandemic is so difficult for this age group, survey the process of loss, discuss issues related to independence, autonomy, and privacy, and offer perspectives and suggestions that parents can implement immediately. In addition, parents will have the opportunity to ask questions and get concrete answers for practical steps they can take in real time --- who has time to wait?

Presenter: Jon Mattleman:

Jon Mattleman received his B.A. from Clark University in 1978, and his MS in Counseling from the University of Hartford in 1981. Jon’s workshops and presentations are geared to give participants tools they can implement immediately, strategies that work with children and youth, and approaches which have proven to be critical to building healthy relationships. Jon frequently consults with schools, parent groups, mental health organizations, and in workplace settings regarding the issues of anxiety, stress, depression, suicide, parenting, and the emotional consequences of technology. Jon is a certified trainer in QPR Suicide Prevention and has worked with professionals in schools, with state organizations such as the Massachusetts Probation Department, as well as with hundreds of parents regarding self-harm and suicide prevention. Jon is best known for his talk “The Secret Life of a Massachusetts Teen and Tweens” and has presented this to thousands of parents in all over the east coast. Jon has appeared on numerous radio and television shows lending his expertise on anxiety, depression, suicide, teens, and parenting.

Jon and his wife Wendy have been together for over 40 years and he adores his children ---- daughter Jesse who is 32 and son Jake who is 28. In his spare time Jon loves to spend time in Western Massachusetts, to read, kayak, and sometimes, simply do nothing. Read more about Jon on his website at www.Jonmattleman.com or follow Jon on Twitter at https://twitter.com/jonmattleman or contact Jon by email at jonmattleman@gmail.com

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REGISTRATION

Impact Norwood knows this is a difficult time for everyone. In an effort to help the community start productive conversations around mental health, and provide some comfort during this uncertain time, we are hosting our first-ever virtual speaker event.

Join Impact Norwood on Monday, March 30th from 7pm-8pm as we hear from Mental Health Empowerment Speaker, Ivy Watts. Ivy, a former student-athlete who appeared to have it all together, graduating Summa Cum Laude and a top 30 finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award, on the inside struggled daily with anxiety, self-worth and depression. After finally seeking help, Ivy, who is Mental Health First Aid Certified, promotes mental wellness and reduces stigma around mental illness by sharing her story through public speaking and her blog, Beautifully Simply You. Ivy empowers others to speak their truths, know that they are not alone, learn the beauty of self-love and find strength to keep fighting for their tomorrows.

Youth, families, or anyone looking for a positive way to connect is welcome to join. Please register using the link below. After registration is complete, you will receive an email with information on how to access the event.

REGISTRATION

If you have any questions, please reach out to Aubrey Ciol at aciol@norwoodma.gov.

Join Impact Norwood and Norwood Recreation Department for our Second Annual Community Dodgeball Tournament on March 21st, 2020. Teams of up to 5 youth will be paired with 1-2 adults from the community to encourage healthy youth and adult relationships. The gym will be separated for high school games to take place on one side, and middle school games to take place on the other side. Players from the winning team from each age group will be awarded with a $50 gift card to either: Target, Dunkin Donuts, Showcase Cinema or SPOT!

ADULTS: Please register to play HERE.

STUDENTS: Tickets will be sold at both the Middle School and High School during lunches.

Please contact Aubrey at aciol@norwoodma.gov if you have any questions!

Join us on February 13th from 3pm-4pm in the Norwood High School Library for our monthly coalition meeting. Anyone is welcome to attend, whether you’ve been to a meeting or not!

Norwood High School Library—all are welcome!

Join us for a presentation by former New York Times reporter award winning author Alex Berenson.

During this presentation author Alex Berenson will discuss his book, Tell Your Children: The Truth about Marijuana, Mental Illness, and Violence.

It is an eye-opening book reveals the link between teenage marijuana use and mental illness, and a hidden epidemic of violence caused by the drug—facts that have been ignored as the United States rushes to legalize cannabis.

To register, click here!

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Impact Norwood, Norwood Youth Soccer and Progress Norwood are excited to host the first annual Norwood World Cup and Cultural Celebration. In addition to the jamboree style tournament, there will be lawn games and other cultural activities available for all community members—pack a picnic and bring the family! You don’t need to be playing in the tournament to have a great afternoon!

REGISTER TO PLAY HERE! Please be sure to read all information before signing up.

When and Where: September 21st, 2019 from 3pm-7pm, Coakley Middle School

*Please Note: Games for grades 9-12 will take place during the first half of the event (3pm-5pm) and games for grades 5-8 will take place during the second half of the event (5pm-7pm).

Purpose of the event: To encourage youth and adult relationships, promote physical activity, and provide an alternative Saturday evening activity for youth and adults in Norwood. Additionally, Impact Norwood and Progress Norwood are hoping this event will develop a sense of community cohesion by celebrating and embracing our neighbors with cultural backgrounds different than our own.

To make this a family friendly event, there will be food fur purchase, lawn games and other cultural activities! Bring a picnic and come cheer on your neighbors!

Tournament Logistics: 3 vs. 3 Jamboree Style “World Cup”

*Teams of two will register together, and will be randomly paired with another team of two. One adult from the community will then be assigned to each team of 4, for a total of 5 people on each team. Once registration has closed, each team of five will be assigned a country, at random, to represent. The countries playing in the Norwood World Cup represent how multicultural Norwood is, and gives the community a chance to celebrate all of our neighbors.

T-shirts will be provided, but teams are encouraged (and will be rewarded) if players find other ways to show team spirit for the country they are representing.

The following options are worth 1 point each:

• Bringing a group of fans wearing team colors and posters with respectful phrases in a language spoken in the country you are representing (for example, “defense” or, “Go! Fight! Win!” Please note: if there are any posters with disrespectful language, you will be asked to leave the event.

• Bring a list of five unique facts about the country you are representing to the registration table before the start of the game.

• Learn the “football chant” for the country you are representing and use it throughout the game (ONLY if the language is appropriate)

Who: There will be 16 teams total. 8 teams will be designated for grades 9-12 and 8 teams will be designated for grades 5-8.

To register to play, please click here!

Our next monthly meeting will be on June 13th from 3pm-4pm in the Norwood High School Library.

Impact Norwood Coalition Meeting, May 9th, 3pm-5pm

Norwood Police Station Community Room

Join Impact Norwood on Thursday, May 9th for Part 2 of our Strategic Planning session. At this meeting, the coalition will dive deeper into the issues that are having an impact on youth in the community—such as stress, mental health, and substance use. Using that information, the group will select evidence-based strategies to implement in the community to reduce youth substance use and increase positive mental health.

YOUTH Impact Norwood Meeting, April 26th, 2:30pm-3:30pm

Norwood High School Library

The youth arm of Impact Norwood, YOUTH Impact Norwood, will be meeting again on April 26th from 2:30pm-3:30pm in the Norwood High School Library. All students in grades 6-12 are welcome!

Join us at our December coalition meeting—3pm to 4pm in the Norwood High School Library!

Come visit Impact Norwood at the Norwood Farmer’s Market on October 16th!

Join us on Wednesday, June 20th at 3pm in the Norwood High School Library for our monthly group coalition meeting!  

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. 

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Impact Norwood, in collaboration with the Norwood Civic Center will be hosting FREE yoga open to the community on Monday, May 14th.  Join other members of the community to relax and de-stress in a healthy, positive way! Open to all levels! 

General Class:

4pm-5pm or 6pm-7pm

Family Yoga:

5pm-6pm 

Monthly Impact Norwood meeting. 

Norwood High School Library!