Child care providers have a unique opportunity to positively shape the lives of the children and families they serve. Read more
That’s the mission of Hamilton County Public Health’s WeTHRIVE! initiative.
What started with 50 people in three priority communities in 2009 has expanded to impact more than 270,000 people throughout 24 communities. This still-growing movement, which provides a framework to communities for healthy living, is a result of sustainable thinking from the start.
Last spring, Taylor High School students successfully advocated for the Three Rivers School Board to make the district 100% tobacco-free. Now they are educating people about the new policy and teaching middle school students about the dangers of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Read more
Mary A. Wagner wants everyone in her community to have access to healthy food. As a member of Woodlawn’s first WeTHRIVE!℠ team, she helped start a community garden in 2010. Read more
On a recent Saturday, Rachel Johnson and fellow Quick Response Team (QRT) members canvassed neighborhoods in Colerain Township. Going door-to-door, they handed out resource packets and talked to residents about how people experiencing addiction can get help. Read more
Many students live within walking distance of Wilson Elementary School in Anderson Township, but crossing Little Dry Run Road has always been a concern. Thanks to a new crosswalk flag program, crossing is safer and more students are walking to school. Read more
