“NHA is honored to be recognized by the First Lady’s Let’s Move! initiative, and to contribute in the fight against childhood obesity,” says Rudolph A. Johnson III, President and CEO of NHA. “As a large organization with a passion for preschool nutrition, NHA believes that it has the potential to positively impact others that may want to duplicate our efforts.  This recognition solidifies that NHA has become a model for building a healthier future for children and families not just in San Diego, but across the entire nation.”

 NHA’s efforts against the prevention of childhood obesity are primarily driven by a cost- effective, groundbreaking preschool menu that is designed to eliminate processed and pre-packaged foods by including local, fresh, natural, and organic foods. The pioneering nutrition program also partners with Farm to Preschool to teach children and parents about local produce, agriculture and the benefits of eating healthy foods.

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On May 9, 2012, the First Lady’s Let’s Move! Child Care initiative will recognize Neighborhood House Association (NHA) of San Diego for exceptional work to promote young children’s health…

In support of HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, Terry Angel Mason, 2012 National Spokesperson for Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and former client of Neighborhood House Association’s HIV/AIDS Program…

Neighborhood House Association thanks all volunteers for their acts of service and contributions to the San Diego community. This volunteer month, we are reminded that the work of volunteers help us meet the most essential needs of our underserved communities.

April’s Volunteer Month initiative will celebrate volunteerism and invites volunteers of all backgrounds to share their stories on Facebook, part of NHA’s new social network. Throughout the month NHA looks forward to receiving stories that inspire and motivate. Additionally, NHA will showcase a different social service program in need of volunteers on a weekly basis.

Based on recent information from the U.S. Corporation for National & Community Service (CNCS) over half a million people volunteer in San Diego County, and so contributing $1.5 billion worth of services. For more information about NHA’s Volunteer Month involvement opportunities contact volunteers@neighborhoodhouse.org.

In a challenge to save ADHC programs across the state, NHA is now fully licensed to operate as a dual-program provider, offering Adult Day Program (ADP) services in addition to existing ADHC services.

Adult Day Services are a vital resource for thousands of families and individuals across San Diego, especially at a time when options are limited. Now offering two different levels of care, NHA’s Adult Day Services will provide families with the option to choose what best suits their needs.

While a recent lawsuit challenged the State’s plan to eliminate ADHC as a Medi-Cal benefit, a settlement was reached that preserves ADHC-like services in a new program called Community-Based Adult Services (CBAS). A fully-certified CBAS provider as of February 29, NHA will be able to offer these services through Medi-Cal managed care plans.

ADP on the other hand is a non-medical day-time program, is private-pay only, and focuses on protective supervision by trained aides, out-of-home respite, and support for the caregiver.

Both services are now being offered through NHA at 851 South 35^th Street, San Diego, CA 92113. For more information on NHA’s Adult Day Services and who qualifies for these services, please call 619-233-6691 or email adhc@neighborhoodhouse.org. Visit ADHC for more information.

NHA collaborated with the office of Senator Juan Vargas to promote a new health campaign to Head Start Students called Healthy, Fit and Happy in the New Year. As part of the program, students are learning how to keep their plate healthy and get the exercise they need. The program aims to reduce childhood obesity, increase exercise and educate children on healthy eating habits.

To kick off the program, the office of Senator Juan Vargas joined NHA at Webster Head Start for educational activities planned by NHA’s Nutrition Services Program. Led by Nutrition Services, the children were asked to identify various healthy foods as well as participate in a game that encouraged eating nutritional foods such as beans. NHA and the office of the Senator visited with parents throughout the month of March to spread the word about the program.

With millions of links and a great amount of content shared via social media every day, NHA is excited to have the opportunity to be a part of daily interaction with our local and global community.  NHA’s social media network content includes: up-to-date information, the latest event information, program updates, engaging activities as well as volunteer and employment information.

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http://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodhousesandiego

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www.Twitter.com – follow us using @NHA_SD

 For more information on NHA’s social media network please contact communityaffairs@neighborhoodhouse.org.

Students learned about proper stretching techniques, they learned a dance routine, they played dance games, and most of all they had fun while exercising.  NHA thanks Dance to EvOLvE for providing this opportunity for students. For information on the company, visit their website here.