The Ohio Commission
on Minority Health
2015 MINORITY
HEALTH MONTH
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
a 30-day wellness
campaign
Cleveland
Good Health
Begins With You!®
“APRIL IS MINORITY HEALTH MONTH”
MINORITY HEALTH MONTH BACKGROUND :
Minority Health Month (MHM) was created in Ohio in April 1989. The first
celebration featured 81 community initiated events. We were elated, since our
goal was for one event to be conducted each day throughout Ohio. Minority
Health Month was designed to be a 30-day inclusive, high visibility, wellness
campaign.
In 2000, MHM became a national celebration.
The five goals established for the month, from inception, remain
valid today. Those goals are to:
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provide crucial information to allow individuals to practice
disease prevention;
promote healthy lifestyles;
showcase the providers of grassroots healthcare resources and information;
highlight the disparate health conditions between Ohio’s minority and non
minority populations; and
to gain additional support for on-going efforts to improve
minority health year round.
Today, the month has grown to over 100 events planned and executed by
community based agencies and organizations. The creativity of these initiatives
has been extraordinary.
April 1, 2015
April 11, 2015
April 11, 2015
2015 Cleveland Minority Health
Month Kick-Off Celebration
Minority Health & Wellness Fair
Celebrating Minority Health Month
and the Cultures of the
Neighborhood
12:00pm-2:00pm
A Keynote Public Health Expect will inform, educate, and empower participants on the importance of reducing minority health disparities
within the local community.
2015 MHM CALENDAR OF EVENTS: APRIL 1-APRIL 15
CLEVELAND CITY HALL ROTUNDA
601 LAKESIDE AVE., -CLEVELAND
12:00pm-4:00pm
This event will promote lifestyles through physical activity engagement such as aerobics,
Zumba and Tai Chi. Promoting an active lifestyle
will support preventative measures for developing acute and chronic disease while providing an
active lifestyle for the Lupus population and
affiliates.
11:00am-3:00pm
It’s a FESTIVAL, celebrating the neighborhood
and its culture through health and wellness
activities including food distribution, health
screenings and safety information for the entire
family.
MT. ZION CONGREGATIONAL
CHURCH UCC.
10723 MAGNOLIA DR. - CLEVELAND
THOMAS F. MCCAFFERTY HEALTH
CENTER
4242 LORAIN AVE. - CLEVELAND
April 8, 2015
Sponsored By:
The Lupus Foundation of AmericaGreater Ohio Chapter
(440) 717-0183
Sponsored By:
Cleveland Department of Public HealthCleveland Office of Minority Health
(216) 957-4848
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
April 11, 2015
April 11, 2015
Sponsored By:
Cleveland Department of Public Health
Cleveland Office of Minority Health
(216) 664-3429
9:00am-1:00pm
Celebrating Minority Health Month
Screenings will be provided by RN’s from Bayada and the Cultures of the NeighborNurses. Referrals will be given to those with
hood
abnormal readings. In addition, there will be a
discussion on the importance of exercise.
Healthy U Healthy Us Health Fair
10:00am-2:00pm
This Health fair, will include Wii Fit challenge,
screening and other health exhibit information.
It’s a FESTIVAL, celebrating the neighborhood
Activities at the event include chair exercise,
and its culture through health and wellness activ- Zumba and line dancing.
ities including food distribution, health screenings
and safety information for the entire family.
WILLIAM E SANDERS FAMILY LIFE
THOMAS F. MCCAFFERTY HEALTH
CENTER
CENTER
3949 LEE RD. - CLEVELAND
4242 LORAIN AVE. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
William E. Sanders Family Life Center
Sponsored By:
Cleveland Department of Public Health- (216) 751-2688
11:00am-3:00pm
MURTIS TAYLOR HUMAN SYSTEM
FAMILY CENTER
13411 UNION AVE. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
Murtis Taylor Human System
(216) 283-4400 EXT. 2362
April 8, 2015
Cleveland Office of Minority Health
Free Mammography Screenings
April 15, 2015
9:00am-3:00pm
Family Wellness Carnival
Screenings will be provided through the Universi- April 11, 2015
ty Hospitals Mobile Unit. Anyone receiving a
abnormal diagnosis will receive a referral for
Minority Health & Wellness Fair
health coverage information, resources and care.
MURTIS TAYLOR HUMAN SYSTEM
FAMILY CENTER
13411 UNION AVE. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
Murtis Taylor Human System
(216) 283-4400 Ext. 2362
Minority Health
(216) 957-4848
12:00pm-4:00pm
This event will promote lifestyles through physical activity engagement such as aerobics,
Zumba and Tai Chi. Promoting an active lifestyle
will support preventative measures for developing acute and chronic disease while providing an
active lifestyle for the Lupus population and
affiliates.
MT. ZION CONGREGATIONAL
CHURCH UCC.
10723 MAGNOLIA DR. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
The Lupus Foundation of AmericaGreater Ohio Chapter
(440) 717-0183
4:00pm- 7:00pm
A fun-filled, interactive, carnival themed, family
event that will provide participants with activities
that highlight how small, daily changes can
make a big impact on improving overall health.
LOUIS STOKES HEAD START CENTER
4075 EAST 173RD ST. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
Council of Economic Opportunities in
Greater Cleveland
216-295-2700 or
216-696-9077 Ext 251
April 18, 2015
April 20, 2015
April 24, 2015
Health Fair Prevention of Coronary
Arterial Disease and Awareness of
Diabetes
Go, Go Nutrition
Empower Yourself, Improve Your
Health
6:00pm-7:30pm
Nutrition on the go will feature a dietitian who will
discuss economical and healthy meal planning and
preparation. Attendees will participate in cooking.
Everyone will share the prepared meal. Incentives
The morning of the event will cover screening
blood tests, blood pressure and consulting session provided for everyone who attends the event.
with primary care physicians. In the afternoon,
health education lectures will be conduced by Dr. CHAGRIN FALLS PARK COMMUNITY
Daesung Lee -“Known Causes of Cancer and
CENTER
Prevention.”
7060 WOODLAND AVE. -CHAGRIN
FALLS
KOREAN CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH
Sponsored By:
8220 BRECKSVILLE RD. Family and Community Service Inc.
BRECKSVILLE
(440) 247-6030
9:30am-3:00pm
Sponsored By:
Korean Central Presbyterian Church
(419) 838-1066
Community Health Walk
2015 MHM CALENDAR OF EVENTS: APRIL 15-APRIL 25
9:00am-12:00pm (Testing and Consultation)
12:00pm-1:30pm (Lectures)
April 18, 2015
April 18, 2015
This event will feature a Community Health Walk at
Cleveland Metro Parks. Come and meet us at the
old Birch Shelter for registration at 9:30am. We will
begin our 2 mile walk at 10:00am. Participants will
receive water bottle and pedometer.
Sponsored By:
Council of Economic Opportunities in
Greater Cleveland
(216) 651-5154
(216) 696-9077 EXT. 251
April 23, 2015
10:00am-1:00pm
9:00am-1:00pm
Sponsored By:
Asian Service in Action. Inc.
(216) 881-0330
CLEVELAND METRO PARKS,
GARFIELD RESERVATION
11350 BROADWAY- GARFIELD
HEIGHTS
Sponsored By:
William E. Sanders Family Life Center
(216) 751-2688
April 25, 2015
Women’s Health
Men’s Health
NOBLE ROAD PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH
2780 NOBLE RD. - CLEVELAND
April 25, 2015
Family Wellness Carnival
Health and Nutrition Seminar to Educate and Inform & Medication Education
This event will include a presentation on prostate
cancer, blood pressure, BMI screenings and an
interactive fitness session.
Sponsored By:
Ohio Latino Affairs Commission (OCHLA)
(614) 728-8345
9:30am Registration
10:00am Walk Begins
4:00pm- 7:00pm
Sponsored By:
Cleveland Department of Public HealthCleveland Office of Minority Health
(216) 249-3600
THE METROHEALTH SYSTEM
2500 METROHEALTH DR. -CLEVELAND
April 22, 2015
Celebrating Minority Health Month and A fun-filled, interactive, carnival themed, family
the Cultures of the Neighborhood
event that will provide participants with activities
that highlights how small, daily changes can make
a big impact on improving their overall health.
11:00am-3:00pm
A FESTIVAL, celebrating the neighborhood and its
culture through health and wellness activities
WILLARD HEAD START CENTER
including food distribution, health screenings and 2220 WEST 95TH ST. - CLEVELAND
safety information for the entire family.
J. GLEN SMITH HEALTH CENTER
11100 ST. CLAIR AVE. -CLEVELAND
This event features a workshop to share best practices on outreach, awareness and successful programs to build and preserve Hispanic Latino health.
Participants will learn to prepare snacks that are
appetizing, economical, healthy and easy to prepare. A nurse will educate participants about medications and their interactions, the importance of
adherence, exercise and nutrition to health. Educational Q and A session will be followed by a game.
MURTIS TAYLOR HUMAN SERVICE
SYSTEM FAMILY CENTER
13411 UNION AVE. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
Murtis Taylor Human Service System
(216) 283-4400 EXT. 2362
9:00am-3:00pm
This event will feature a presentation on nutrition
for women, PAP tests, blood pressure screenings,
healthy recipe demonstration and sampling. Participate in a yoga session designed for stress relief.
INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY HEALTH
CENTER
3820 SUPERIOR AVE. SUITE 214 CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
Asian Service in Action. Inc.
(216) 881-0330
Note: The times, dates and locations of
Minority Health Month events are subject
to change after the printing deadline. We
suggest you contact the agency telephone
number listed for verification of events.
April 28, 2015
April 30, 2015
2015 MHM CALENDAR OF EVENTS: APRIL 28 - APRIL 30
Minority Men’s Health Center Community 13th Annual Cleveland Clinic Minority
Health Educational Forum
Men’s Health Fair
12:00pm-2:00pm
5:00pm-9:00pm
This event will provide participants with education on
the prevention of diabetes, hypertension and prostate
cancer.
The 13th Annual Cleveland Clinic Minority Men’s
health Fair is designed to prevent chronic disease and improve access to health care services.
CLEVELAND CLINIC
STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES FAMILY
HEALTH CENTER
13944 EUCLID AVE. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
Cleveland Clinic
(216) 256-6412
April 30, 2015
Minority Men’s Health Fair Month
5:30pm-8:30pm
Minority males will receive a comprehensive
medical evaluation to promote health and undergo health screening that will be provided by the
Cleveland Clinic. Activities will consist of utilizing
lupus self-assessment tests and recommend
physician referrals if needed. Advocacy, and
CLEVELAND CLENIC MAIN CAMPUS– education materials will be provided.
GLICKMAN TOWER
CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATION,
9500 EUCLID AVE. - CLEVELAND
GLICKMAN TOWER
2050 EAST 96TH ST. - CLEVELAND
Sponsored By:
Cleveland Clinic
(216) 256-6412
Sponsored By:
The Lupus Foundation of AmericaGreater Ohio Chapter
(440) 717-0183
2015 MINORITY HEALTH MONTH NATIONAL THEME:
30 YEARS OF ADVANCING HEALTH EQUITY:
THE HECKLER REPORT: A FORCE FOR ENDING HEALTH
DISPARITIES IN AMERICA.
LOCAL OFFICES OF MINORITY HEALTH
Akron
Summit County Office of Minority Health
Summit County Health District
1867 West Market St.
Akron, Ohio 44313
Monique Harris, Director
330-926-5764
Cleveland
Cleveland Office of Minority Health
Cleveland Department of Public Health
75 Erieview Plaza
Cleveland, Ohio 44114
Shayla Davis, Director
216-664-3052
Columbus
Columbus Office of Minority Health
Columbus Public Health
240 Parsons Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Ryan E. Johnson, MPH
Program Director
Dayton
Dayton Council on Health Equity
Public Health-Dayton & Montgomery County
117 South Main Street
Dayton, Ohio 45422
Cheryl C. Scroggins
Community Coordinator for Health Equity
937-225-4962
Toledo
Toledo Lucas County Commission
on Minority Health
Toledo-Lucas County Health Department
635 North Erie Street
Toledo, Ohio 43604
Celeste Smith, Director
419-213-4093
Youngstown
Youngstown Office of Minority Health
Youngstown City Health District
345 Oak Hill Avenue, Suite 200
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Leigh Greene Colvin, Director
330-743-3333 ext. 238
A STATEWIDE CALL TO ACTION TO:
PRACTICE THE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT AROSE FROM THE
HTTP://MINORITYHEALTH.HHS.GOV/NPA/FILES/PLANS/TOOLKIT/
NPA_TOOLKIT.PDF
NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP FOR ACTION:TOOLKIT FOR
COMMUNITY ACTION
AND THE
OHIO HEALTH DISPARITIES COLLABORATIVE
HTTP://WWW.OHIOHEALTHDISPARITIESCOLLABORATIVE.ORG
A STATEWIDE CALL TO ACTION TO:
PRACTICE THE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT AROSE FROM THE
UNITED STATES HEALTH DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
ACTION
PLAN TO REDUCE RACIAL AND ETHNIC DISPARITIES
HTTP://MINORITYHEALTH.HHS.GOV/NPA/FILES/PLANS/HHS/
HHS_PLAN_COMPLETE.PDF
AND THE
NATIONAL STAKEHOLDERS STRATEGY FOR ACHIEVING HEALTH EQUITY
HTTP://DHHS.NE.GOV/PUBLICHEALTH/DOCUMENTS/NATIONAL%
20STAKEHOLDER%20STRATEGY.PDF
Good Health Begins With You! ®
The Ohio Commission on Minority Health
Good Health
Begins With You!
77 S. High Street, 18th Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Telephone: (614) 466-4000
Fax: (614) 752-9049
Website: www.mih.ohio.gov
Email: [email protected]
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