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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 16h

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 20h

In honor of Pregnancy and #InfantLoss Awareness Month,
Birthing the Magic Collaborative is hosting a virtual summit to honor every life lost and help move #blackfamilies towards #healing and change.

Free - Oct 15th

#childloss #blacksky #grief #pregnancyloss #maternalhealth

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Pregnancy and Infant Loss and Legacy — Birthing the Magic Collaborative

Because loss touches the whole village. Parents, fathers, and extended kin carry the grief and the caregiving. Doulas bridge trust at the bedside. Clinicians shape care and bereavement. Faith and spir...

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 21h

We would like to spotlight Mid West ARIES for offering accessible workshops on #mentalhealth that foster #healing, connection, & support.

Check out their Eventbrite page for upcoming events like the one below:

Exploring #Anxiety (Part 1) - Oct 15th
Free - Online - Open to All

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Mid West ARIES

We are the mental health recovery education service in HSE Mid West.We work with communities in Limerick, Clare & North Tipperary to provide an educational programme on mental health recovery & well-b...

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Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation.bsky.social · 1d

Autumn changes are in the air. But one thing that never changes is our commitment to the fight against Alzheimer’s. Double your impact on our vital work with our Autumn 2X Match Challenge. 👇

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ALZ TALKS Webinars Streaming Now

Our free ALZ Talks webinars provide education, information, news and resources on a variety of brain health, dementia and caregiving topics.

Here are videos streaming now on the Alzheimer's Association Youtube Channel:

> ALZ Talks: The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's

>ALZ Talks: Navigating a Dementia Diagnosis

> ALZ Talks: Caregiver Perspectives on Managing Money

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EMBRACE Center of Excellence @embracecenter.bsky.social · 3d

🎉 It’s National Midwifery Week! 💜

This week is all about celebrating YOU — the midwives and advocates who deliver compassionate, expert, person-centered care every single day.
#MidwiferyWeek #MidwivesMatter #MidwifeLedCare

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 1d

A Survivor's Guide: Domestic Violence Educational Group

A #domesticviolence workshop for #abuse survivors. ALL abuse survivors welcome.

Next Meet: 10/15 -Free-Virtual

#DV #SupportGroup #DomesticAbuse #ToxicRelationship #Trauma #Survivors #MentalHealth #DVAM #workshop

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Survivors Guide Domestic Violence Educational Group

A Survivors Guide. A domestic violence educational group for those who have experienced emotional, mental, physical, or spiritual abuse.

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Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation @thecaase.bsky.social · 6d

Surviving the Mic is 2 weeks away! Join us virtually on Oct. 16, 3-5pm

It's an online gathering space for survivors and those who support them. We'll check in, then have a trauma-informed writing workshop designed for survivors. 📝

Find all the details: www.caase.org/event/stm/20...

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angela & the Black Writers Group @befabulousyou.bsky.social · 2d

📣WE NEED U whether *u've ALWAYS celebrated Kwanzaa or never b4 *u're n Costa Rica or not! 🚨🚨🚨 #PanAfrikan #CaribbeanKwanzaa celebration: 12/26- 1/1 & we invite u 2 help organize on Tue, 7Oct, 3pm, WhatsApp. (N 2024, we did #KwanzaaInTheCaribbean + virtually!)

#UPKwanzaa
#Kwanzaa
#Kwanzaa2025
#UP

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Well Beings | Mental Health, Caregiving & Health Resources @wellbeingsorg.bsky.social · 4d

At least 170 hospitals across the U.S. are at high risk of flooding, raising urgent questions about patient safety and climate resilience, KFF Health News reports.

🔗 Read this week's News Roundup at buff.ly/F0apQyy

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Well Beings | Mental Health, Caregiving & Health Resources @wellbeingsorg.bsky.social · 4d

5.4 million kids under 18 provide care for family members—often unseen. 💜 From helping parents to siblings with disabilities, their caregiving impacts school, sleep, and mental health—but also builds resilience.

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 1d

Strategies to De-escalate Children in Distress [Free Webinar]
10/13

Join Mindspring Mental Health Alliance to recognize the stages of emotional escalation in children & discuss de-escalation & self-regulation skills with a licensed therapist.

#childhealth #parenting #momsky

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Mindspring Mental Health Alliance

Empowering community members through mental health education, advocacy and support.

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 1d

Hydration Approaches for Preventing UTIs in Seniors
Tomorrow

UTIs are among the most common #health concerns affecting seniors, often leading to serious complications if left untreated. This virtual #workshop provides #caregivers with strategies to prevent UTIs.

#UTI #Elderly
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Wellness Workshops & Webinars - Perfect Care Match | Home Care Agency

Upcoming Workshops & Webinars October 2025 TuesdayOctober 7, 20252:00 - 3:00 PM Hydration Approaches for Preventing UTIs in Seniors What to Expect in

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Colleen Flanagan @holistictips4u.bsky.social · 1d

October 5–11 is Banned Books Week. The 2025 theme: "Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights." 💙 Many of the listed books were REQUIRED READING in my high school English classes. 🌊 #PowerToThePeopleRightOn

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 4d

On A Pleasure-Centered Approach to Trans Sexualities

10/9 - $10+

Don’t miss this discussion between Dr. Fielding & Dr. Kuhn exploring pleasure-centered approaches to #trans & gender expansive erotic embodiment. Rethinking clinical care beyond #dysphoria & loss.

#TransHealth

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On A Pleasure-Centered Approach to Trans Sexualities | CIIS

Join Human Sexuality faculty Dr. Roger Kuhn & Dr. Fielding as they explore a pleasure-positive approach to working with trans and gender expansive individuals.

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 4d

Breaking the Silence: Domestic Violence and Immigrant Rights

Join SAAPRI for a #DVAM talk on intimate partner violence & immigrant rights. Learn legal protections, resources & how to support survivors!

FREE - Virtual -10/9

#SouthAsian #DV #Immigration #Politics

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SAAPRI x SAAJCO

South Asian American Policy and Research Institute (SAAPRI)and theSouth Asian American Justice Collaborative (SAAJCO)have joined forces to present theEngaged Communities Series—a year-long multimedia ...

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 4d

Remembering Each Other Always: The Precepts as Daily Practice - 10/10-11/7
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Join Spirit Rock #Meditation Center for a 5-week online series exploring the Five Precepts, not just as guidelines, but as a living practice of relationality, compassion, & interdependence
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Remembering Each Other Always: The Precepts as Daily Practic

Registration will close at 8:00am (US Pacific Time) prior to the fifth class on November 7, 2025. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early...

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 5d

Signs of Hope: #ASL & Closed‑Captioned Cancer Support Group

SurvivingBreastCancer.org hosts a virtual #supportgroup for #Deaf or hearing-impaired individuals, every 2nd Wednesday!

Open to all #cancer types and stages
Next meet: 10/8

#BreastCancer #Deafcommunity #hearingloss

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Signs of hope: ASL & closed captioned cancer support group | SurvivingBreastCancer.org

Join us in this virtual support group designed specifically for individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing-impaired, inclusive of all cancer types and stages.

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Liv Sol @livsol.bsky.social · 5d

Check out a #CrisisPlan from #WRAP #AdvanceDirective: the ultimate act of #SelfAdvocacy. A guide for our supporters: Signs to recognize; who should/shouldn't be involved, Your preferred medications/treatments. You stay in control, even in a crisis! #PeerSupport online.fliphtml5.com/diea/wuyv/#p...

Personal Crisis Plan (Advance Directive)

Identify signs that let others know they need to take over responsibility for your care and decision making. Outline a plan for who you want to take over and support you through this time, healthcare,...

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UCLA History-Geography Project @uclahgp.bsky.social · 5d

Explore this resource and join us on October 6th for a special session for educators with Dr. Kelly Lytle Hernández, one of the project’s lead scholars: centerx.gseis.ucla.edu/event/immigr...

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 5d

Thank you @uclahgp.bsky.social for sharing this timely resource! Mapping Deportations: Unmasking the History of Racism in U.S. Immigration Enforcement.

This interactive site brings to life the often-overlooked history of #deportation

#EduSky #AcademicSky #Educator #TeackerSky #Racism #Immigration

UCLA History-Geography Project @uclahgp.bsky.social · 5d

Check out the new resource for educators, Mapping Deportations: Unmasking the history of Racism in U.S. Immigration Enforcement. This powerful new website is an interactive multimedia resource that brings to life the history of U.S. immigration enforcement. Link: mappingdeportations.com

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 6d

Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships

Struggling to balance #caregiving with self-care?
Learn how to set boundaries, express your needs without guilt, and find healthy compromises in Mindspring Mental Health Alliance's one-hour seminar.

Free -10/8

#caregiver #selfcare

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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Maintaining a balance between caring for loved ones and setting healthy boundaries for yourself can be challenging. Learn how to express your own needs without guilt, strike a healthy balance between ...

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MESH Events @meshevents.bsky.social · 6d

Breaking the Silence: Domestic Violence and Immigrant Rights

Join SAAPRI for a #DVAM talk on intimate partner violence & immigrant rights. Learn legal protections, resources & how to support survivors!

FREE - Virtual -10/9

#SouthAsian #DV #Immigration #Politics

www.eventbrite.com/o/saapri-x-s...

SAAPRI x SAAJCO

South Asian American Policy and Research Institute (SAAPRI)and theSouth Asian American Justice Collaborative (SAAJCO)have joined forces to present theEngaged Communities Series—a year-long multimedia ...

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UCLA History-Geography Project @uclahgp.bsky.social · 12d

We are so excited that award-winning historian Dr. Kelly Lytle Hernández will be giving a keynote talk at our upcoming professional development session for educators: Immigration Past and Present, Monday October 6th from 4:15-6:15pm on zoom. Register here: centerx.gseis.ucla.edu/event/immigr...

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National Pediatric Disaster Coalition @npdc-prepthekids.bsky.social · 7d

Cybersecurity begins with teaching children how to be cyber-safe, and these resources can help. October is Cyber Security Month! Don't leave children out because when you Prep The Kids, You Prep The Community! #Cybersecurity #Pedsky

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