Community Partner Programs
Teen Self-Esteem Enhancement Program
Community Memorial recognizes that self-esteem can be an important contributor to academic success, productive behavior, and mental and physical health in children.
The Teen Self-Esteem Enhancement Program is designed to help teens examine the thoughts and feelings that either enhance or deteriorate their healthy self-esteem. Participants of the program learn effective tools and techniques for building positive feelings of self-esteem and self-worth.
The overall goal of the program is to help adolescents and teens become aware of what influences their self-esteem and identify ways to improve it.
Healthy Kids in the Kitchen Program
We believe that healthy habits start early! Our Healthy Kids in the Kitchen program is designed to introduce kids to basic cooking principles and educate entire families on healthy food options. Our hands-on nutritional education is designed to cultivate enthusiasm among children of all ages about eating healthy. Through our community partnerships, we hope to guide families to the resources needed to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle.
Objectives
- Introduce children to alternative healthy food options
- Provide an opportunity for children to develop basic culinary skills
- Allowing children to develop a sense of pride in their food choices
- Promote future health including, the prevention of diabetes and obesity
- Partner with local agencies to provide families access to local resources
Family Wellness Workshop
The Family Wellness Workshop is a four-part, interactive series that teaches parents & children about healthy eating, the value of exercise, the impact of stress and healthy sleep patterns.
At Community Memorial Health System, we encourage children to learn and take an active role in their health. We support parents as they gain the skills needed to maintain a healthy family system. Our experts discuss a wide variety of topics:
- Healthy Hydration for Adolescents
- How Much Sleep Do I Need? Adolescent Sleep Patterns
- Healthy Eating During the Teen Years
- Adolescent Stress Management & Exercise
For more information about any of the programs above contact our Director of Wellness at 805-948-5625.
LiveStrong Program
In partnership with the YMCA of the USA, Community Memorial supports the LiveStrong cancer survivorship program. Following a cancer diagnosis, physical activity is of the utmost importance and we are here to help meet the needs of individuals in our community who are living with and/or moving beyond cancer.
LiveStrong is 12-week physical activity program designed to help survivors get back on their feet. The group meets twice weekly for 75 to 90-minute sessions focused on cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance, and flexibility exercises.
- Participants must be 18 years or older
- Low cost or no cost
- Requires a referral and medical clearance from a physician
To register for this program, participants can call the Ventura Family YMCA at 805-642-2131.
