CHF Springfield

Healthy Eating & Community Success
Healthy eating fuels strong bodies and minds. Try adding more whole foods this week—fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins support long-term health.

Local health and wellness programs are helping more residents access nutritious food, preventive care, and health education. Strong partnerships are building a healthier future for Springfield.

HAPPY RETIREMENT, BARB SUTTER!
CHF Springfield celebrated Barb Sutter’s retirement with a reception this afternoon. Sutter, administrative assistant/office manager, is retiring after almost 14 years with Community Health Foundation. She will be missed, and we wish her the best as she begins this new chapter!

It’s World Redhead Day

Did you know that less than 2% of the world’s population has red hair? It’s true!

Facts About Redheads:

It’s extremely rare.

Scotland has the highest concentration of redheads in the world.

Research shows that redheads are less likely to go gray as they age and produce Vitamin D much more quickly in low-sunlight environments than other hair colors.

Here’s more:

World Red Head Day It’s World Redhead Day — a day dedicated to all of you who have flowing or short red hair.

GRANTEE SPOTLIGHT: CitiLookout is a counseling and trauma recovery center which partners with individuals and families, counseling them toward emotional, relational, and spiritual healing. CItiLookout serves all but especially focuses on underserved and underrepresented populations.

A $10,000 grant from CHF Springfield helps fund their grace-based service which offers counseling support to persons unable to afford the cost of their mental health care. Their goal is to help people heal so they can lead independent and fulfilling lives.

For more information, visit https://citilookout.org.

Congratulations to all of the graduates. The sky is the limit!

Never forget.

The offices of Community Health Foundation will be closed on Monday, May 25th. Wishing you a safe holiday weekend.

Physical activity doesn’t require a gym. A walk after dinner, taking the stairs, gardening, tidying up your house or simply playing with your kids are easy ways to stay active. Every activity counts!

Active Living & Movement
Movement improves heart health, mood, energy, and sleep. Walking, stretching, biking, or playing outside all count. Aim for at least 30 minutes of movement most days.