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Music’s Place in Medicine
Pottstown Takes a Look at Music Therapy From bringing back a moment in time to uplifting a heavy ...
Education, Healthy Living
How to Support a Grieving Child
Small Hearts, Big Breaks: Helping Children Grieve Kids react to grief differently than adults. Sadly, these times have ...
Education, Healthy Living, Mental Health | child grief, coping
Get Help With Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse Continues to Rise Group therapy support meeting talking about their mental health in a modern mental ...
Education, Healthy Living, Mental Health, Substance Abuse | child grief, coping
How to Boost Your Immunity
There are a number of ways you can help your body fight off infections, viruses and disease, and ...
Education, Fitness, Healthy Living | immunity
Steps to Reduce Skin Cancer
Don't Get Burned With sun-filled weeks on the horizon, it makes sense that May is National Skin Cancer ...
Education, Healthy Living | cancer, prevention, skin cancer
Help Support Those Affected by Pottstown House Explosion
TriCounty Community Network, in cooperation with Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation, is collecting community donations to help ...
Foundation News
Disabilities Resources and Awareness
Doing More for Disabilities Over 7 million individuals in the U.S. have an intellectual or developmental disability. Yet, ...
Education, Healthy Living, mental health | disabilities, disability resources
Facts About PTSD
Coping with PTSD in Today's World Whatever the trigger—and today, there are more than ever—PTSD impacts about 8 ...
Education, Healthy Living, mental health, Mental Health | disabilities, disability resources
The Benefits of Owning a Pet
Pets, whether a dog, cat, bird, fish, rabbit, or even a turtle, can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ...
Education, Fitness, Healthy Living | immunity
COVID-19 Vaccination for Young Children
Safe for Even Our Youngest You spend every day of their lives in a state of wonder—and worry. ...
Education, Healthy Living | covid vaccine, covid-19
Foundation Awards $1.2 Million in Grants
POTTSTOWN, PA (July 20, 2022)—The Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation has awarded $1,220,000 to 34 projects and ...
Foundation News
Staying Safe from Ticks
#InternationalRedShoeDay Held in July, Red Shoe Day pays tribute to all who have lost their battle with Lyme ...
Education, Healthy Living | covid vaccine, covid-19
Back to School Safety
Version 2022 We’ve learned much over the pandemic about the value of health. Experts agree one of the ...
Education, Healthy Living | back to school, children
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Equity—Spring 2022
$80,000 was awarded to four projects. Chester County Food Bank: Fresh2You Mobile MarketMeals On Wheels Of Chester County, ...
Grants Awarded | Health Equity
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Access & Delivery—Spring 2022
$106,000 was awarded to four projects. Pottstown Public Library: Informed Patrons are Healthy PatronsAccion Comunal Latinoamericana de Montgomery ...
Grants Awarded | Health Access & Delivery
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Built Environment—Spring 2022
$299,000 was awarded to nine projects. Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee: PARRC Interactive Map and Story Map ProjectSave ...
Grants Awarded | Built Environment
Developing Youth Potential: Youth Preparedness—Spring 2022
$192,000 was awarded to five projects. Pottstown Area Police Athletic League: Supporting Program Implementation and Offering Opportunities in ...
Grants Awarded | Youth Preparedness
Developing Youth Potential: School Programs (K-12)—Spring 2022
$403,000 was awarded to nine projects. Pottstown Children’s Discovery Center: No Kid Left Out: Growing a Love of ...
Grants Awarded | School Programs (K-12)
Developing Youth Potential: Early Childhood Development—Spring 2022
$140,000 was awarded to three projects. Maternal and Child Health Consortium of Chester County: Ensuring a Healthy Start ...
Grants Awarded | Early Childhood Development
September Is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and it’s important to understand the risks as we seek to care ...
Education, Healthy Living, mental health, Mental Health
Anonymous Donor Enables Pre-K Nutrition Program
Pottstown’s youngest learners are starting each day ready to tackle new challenges thanks to the dedication of Montgomery ...
Foundation News
Prostate Cancer Awareness
Are You at Risk for Prostate Cancer? Guys, although you may have a strong back to carry life’s ...
Fitness, Healthy Living | cancer, Healthy Living, prostate cancer
Sickle Cell Awareness Month
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and the American Red Cross is working to reach more blood donors ...
Healthy Living, Upcoming Events
Coping with Depression
Symptoms and self care for Depression Everyone feels sad or lonely at times. Often, it’s As cooler, shorter ...
Healthy Living, mental health, Mental Health | depression, Healthy Living, mental health
The Mental and Physical Benefits of Gratitude
The Ingredient for Better Health, This Season and Beyond Instead of adding a dollop of butter or pinch ...
Healthy Living, mental health, Mental Health | depression, Healthy Living, mental health
‘Tis the Season for Transforming Lives
It is that time of the year again, a season of generosity and compassion. Building a healthy and ...
Healthy Living
Developing Youth Potential: Early Childhood Development—Fall 2022
$72,500 was awarded to two projects. Family Services of Montgomery County: Positive Parenting Program Maternity Care Coalition: Early Head ...
Grants Awarded | Early Childhood Development
Developing Youth Potential: Youth Preparedness—Fall 2022
$380,000 was awarded to six projects. Soul Saving Our Underprivileged Lives: Breaking the Cycle Strive Initiative: Sustainability Action ...
Grants Awarded | Youth Preparedness
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Access & Delivery—Fall 2022
$90,000 was awarded to four projects. Child Advocacy Center of Montgomery County (Mission Kids): Mission Kids in Pottstown Health ...
Grants Awarded | Health Access & Delivery
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Equity—Fall 2022
$393,000 was awarded to nine projects. Hearts Of Humanity Community Development Corporation: Healthy Plates from The Garden Hedwig House: ...
Grants Awarded | Health Equity
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Built Environment—Fall 2022
$209,400 was awarded to four projects. Borough of Pottstown: Riverfront Park Pedestrian Bridge Improvements Douglass Township, Montgomery County: Douglass ...
Grants Awarded | Built Environment
Helping Others Stay Warm This Winter
As we approach winter’s bitter weather, PAHWF shares tips on staying warm and helping others do the same. ...
Education | staying warm
PAHWF Awards $1.14 Million in Grants
POTTSTOWN, PA (December 21, 2022)—Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation has awarded $1,144,900 to 25 projects and programs ...
Foundation News, Grants Awarded
It’s National Blood Donor Month
It’s a New Year—Get Your Blood Flowing! It’s a dreary time of year. The holidays are behind us, ...
Education, events, Healthy Living | blood drive
Dental Care Keeps Kids Smiling
Studies prove a healthy mouth is linked to improved health overall. Good oral health plays a vital role ...
Education, Healthy Living | dental health, fitness
Measuring Impact, Empowering Youth
With the many challenges and stresses that Pottstown area youth are experiencing today, empowering kids with the social, ...
Foundation News
Poison Prevention In Your Home
Poison Prevention Awareness Week has evolved into a month-long recognition in March. Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation ...
Education, Healthy Living | poison
Celebrate Earth Day April 22nd 2023
Make Every Day Earth Day Originally rooted in creating awareness of environmental problems, Earth Day has evolved into ...
Education, events, Healthy Living | earth day
National Nurses Month
Help A Nurse, Help Us All Nursing was a stressful career even prior to COVID-19. Now, after three ...
Education, events, Healthy Living, Upcoming Events | Nurse, nurses month
Discover Good Health on MontCo Trails
Now is the time to enjoy the spring weather, breathe some fresh air, and start exploring! With over ...
Fitness, Healthy Living, Mental Health
National Men’s Health Month
Guys, Get Your Health On! By June, most of us have emerged from under the fleece blankets where ...
Education, events, Fitness, Healthy Living | mens health
Spring Grant Cycle Totals $1.3 Million
POTTSTOWN, PA (June 7, 2023)—Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation has awarded $1,325,800 to 43 projects and programs in the ...
Foundation News
Developing Youth Potential: Early Childhood Development—Spring 2023
$140,000 was awarded to four projects. Wonderspring: Music, Yoga and Mindfulness Enrichment Program Victim Services Center of Montgomery ...
Grants Awarded | Early Childhood Development
Developing Youth Potential: Youth Preparedness—Spring 2023
$210,000 was awarded to ten projects. Julian Dorsey Foundation: Continuing our Pottstown youth programs for soccer and life ...
Grants Awarded | Youth Preparedness
Developing Youth Potential: School Programs K-12—Spring 2023
$420,000 was awarded to eight projects. Boyertown Area School District: Whole Child Wellness Pottstown School District: Healthy School Communities ...
Grants Awarded | School Programs (K-12)
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Built Environment—Spring 2023
$225,000 was awarded to ten projects. North Coventry Township: Riverside Park Boat Ramp and Adaptive Kayak Launch Pottstown ...
Grants Awarded | Built Environment
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Access & Delivery—Spring 2023
$70,000 was awarded to three projects. Maternal and Child Health Consortium of Chester County: Ensuring a Healthy Start ...
Grants Awarded | Health Access & Delivery
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Equity—Spring 2023
$260,800 was awarded to eight projects. Chester County Food Bank: Fresh2You Mobile Market and FreshRx Family Services of ...
Grants Awarded | Health Equity
Summer Safety Tips
Summer Bucket List - Safety Edition Summer can feel like the fastest time of year, a brief respite ...
Education, events, Fitness, Healthy Living | outdoor activities, safety, summer events
Getting Ready for Back to School 2023
Make the Most of August, You’ll Thank Yourself Later As summer winds down, a little prep can make ...
Education, Healthy Living, mental health | back to school, outdoor activities, safety, summer events
Outdoor Events to Welcome Fall
Summer may be coming to an end, but there are so many fun outdoor events in the Pottstown ...
Education, events, Fitness, Healthy Living
Disaster Preparedness in the Pottstown Area: Prepare to Be Safe
Offically, September is National Preparedness Month, however it is always a good to have a plan for disasters. Pottstown ...
Education, Healthy Living, preparedness | back to school, outdoor activities, safety, summer events
Brighten Your Wellbeing with Emotional Wellness
Cultivating wellness requires ongoing and evolving effort. It involves taking actions in our best interest to enjoy a ...
Healthy Living, mental health, Mental Health, resilience | emotional wellness, resilience
Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: Practical Tips for Families
Regardless of your lifestyle, caring for dependent relatives, young and old, is often stressful and tiring. Even those ...
Healthy Living, mental health, Mental Health, resilience | caregiver, caregiving, emotional wellness, resilience
Pottstown Play Streets Report Shares Impact of Program
This summer, the Pottstown Play Streets program drew 427 neighbors to outdoor community spaces through five events according ...
Foundation News
A Guide to Buying Safe Gifts for Children
Sharing presents during the holidays is one of life’s greatest joys. Following basic safety precautions helps prevent your ...
Healthy Living | children, giving, safety
Building Digital Inclusivity: The Power of Accessibility Tools
Accessibility tools play a pivotal role in creating a digital environment that accommodates diverse needs, enabling everyone to ...
accessibility, empowerment | accessibility, ADA Compliance, computer accessibility, disabilities
Charles Haddad Remembered for Lifetime of Service
Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation joins the community in mourning the loss of Charles Haddad, who passed ...
Foundation News
PAHWF Awards Over $1 Million in Latest Grant Cycle
POTTSTOWN (January 2, 2024)—The Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation awarded $1,049,750 in grants to 36 organizations. Having ...
Foundation News
Are You at Risk? January Is National Radon Action Month
Although a preventable health risk, radon poisoning takes the lives of about 21,000 Americans annually. Among non-smokers, it ...
Healthy Living, preparedness, safety | home, home safety, radon, safety
Maternal and Child Health Consortium
Maternal and Child Health Consortium serves upwards of 6,000 individuals annually in the Greater Philadelphia area. Through the ...
Success Stories
Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee
For over a decade, the municipalities of The Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee have worked with the Regional ...
Success Stories
Cancer Prevention Through a Healthier Lifestyle
February is National Cancer Prevention month. With most of the year still ahead, it is an opportune time ...
Education, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living | cancer, cancer prevention
Developing Youth Potential: Early Childhood Development—Fall 2023
In Developing Youth Potential, Early Childhood Development, $85,000 was awarded for three projects. The Arc Alliance Children’s Services: ...
Grants Awarded | Early Childhood Development
Developing Youth Potential: Youth Preparedness—Fall 2023
In Developing Youth Potential, Youth Preparedness, $247,750 was awarded for 11 projects. Be Rezilient Inc: Resilience and Development ...
Grants Awarded | Youth Preparedness
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Built Environment—Fall 2023
In Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness, Built Environment, $269,000 was awarded for five projects. Pottstown Area Regional Recreation ...
Grants Awarded | Built Environment
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Access & Delivery—Fall 2023
In Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness, Health Access & Delivery, $85,000 was awarded for three projects. Accion Comunal ...
Grants Awarded | Health Access & Delivery
Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness: Health Equity—Fall 2023
In Promoting Equitable Health & Wellness, Health Equity, $363,000 was awarded for 14 projects. Steel River Playhouse Inc: ...
Grants Awarded | Health Equity
Prep Your Diet to Celebrate National Nutrition Month
Brighter, warmer days ahead help motivate healthy habits. It makes sense March is National Nutrition Month. Good nutrition ...
Healthy Eating, Healthy Living | accessibility, ADA Compliance, computer accessibility, disabilities
Keep America Beautiful
Celebrated as we kick off spring in April, Keep America Beautiful Month gives everyone a chance to help ...
Fitness, Healthy Living | environment, fitness, holiday
Exercise to Help Allergies & Asthma
If you suffer from allergies and exercise-induced asthma, you still can benefit from a healthy fitness routine. In ...