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Mental Health Resources for Mental Health Awareness Month
Resources provided by Kassy, Librarian at Northwest Library and Sheldon, Librarian in Special Collections
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we are sharing mental health resources in our monthly podcast:
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Learn Something New
Tim, Central Information ServicesIt’s a new year. Some of us have made resolutions, and many of us have already broken them. To help you get back on track, we’re here with suggestions to learn something new this year and solutions for how we can help.
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Come learn how you can boost your confidence and improve your strength, balance, and mobility with yoga. No prior experience needed, but please bring your own mat and wear something you can easily move in.
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The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.
Come join us as we turn simple-looking paper strips into beautiful art by paper quilling. Paper quilling involves rolling, looping, curling and shaping paper strips and then combining them to create designs.
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Seniors stay active and independent! SAIL is designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement and improve activities for daily living.
Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.
Let's get stronger together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles and building confidence to prevent falls.
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The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.
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