Health & Wellness

The Health and Wellness Committee is hosting a Fall Fitness 5K Fun Walk/Run!

Come out early on Saturday, November 11, for some fun and fellowship!

This is an event for the whole family, not a race.

When: November 11, sign up starts at 7:30 AM, Walk/Run starts at 8:00 AM.

Where: St Michaels walking track and/or parking lot. We will do laps.

Who: Anyone who wants to jump start your Fall fitness. Do a few laps or the entire 5K.

No need to preregister, just sign in on the day of the event.

See this link to a Couch to 5K training plan:

https://www.runtothefinish.com/couch-to-5k/

Lace up those walking shoes, we will see you there!

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Health and Wellness Committee Mission

Meetings are on the second Wednesday of each month, at 7:00 PM, in the conference room (located outside the main office).

The Health and Wellness Committee is composed of register nurses, professionals in the health care field, and people committed to the wellness of the person not only physically but also the mind and spirit. This committee finds ways to bridge gaps in care with a strong health promotion and illness prevention emphasis. Also, the committee works towards keeping parishioners of all ages well, to educate them, to advocate for them, and to care for them.

The committee offers help to people of all ages understand their health conditions and medications (service opportunities will be offered for specific health issues). Also, offers preventive advice regarding common health concerns. It is possible for individuals to learn to support and fortify their bodies, modifying emotions and enhancing spiritual practices to prevent or alter a response to disease.

Qualifications

Active RN, M.D. or similar credentials
Professional Health Provider
Anyone interested in helping people live a healthy life

Responsibilities

A. Integrator of Faith and Health
In all activities and contacts, the committee strives to promote the understanding of faith and health.

B. Health Educator
Promotes an atmosphere where individuals of all ages, through a variety of educational activities, explores the relationship between values, attitudes, life style, and health.

C. Referral Agent
Providing resources within and outside the parish.