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DHC delivered supplies to JB Atkinson Elementary School of Jefferson County Public Schools on August 12, 2025. Items delivered included school supplies, backpacks and undergarments for children. We want to extend a huge thank you to the St. Paul Kaleidoscope Group who collected so many of these supplies.![]()
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The St. Paul Kaleidoscope group is composed of women with a variety of interests and a desire to serve God and our community. The group is made up of mothers, grandmothers, retired, working, homemakers, single and married and is open to all who share likeminded interests and goals. They meet usually on the first Tuesday of the month, at 7:00 pm in the Youth Center of St. Paul. St. Paul Youth Ministry![]()
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Pictured are: Dr. Elizabeth Rouse carrying two backpacks for delivery, and JB Atkinson Family Resource Coordinator Lisa Hirsch-Aarvig with Debbie Harper and Dr. Waqar Saleem of DHC.
Over two weeks from June 9th to 20th, 2025, Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) health care staff are hosting district-wide school physical opportunities. The JCPS students can get their mandatory physicals, vision and hearing tests, and confirm their immunizations are up to date. This is a fantastic opportunity for children and families to get prepared for the upcoming school year. Special thanks for JCPS amazing Nurse Practitioners and healthcare staff for this initiative to help improve the population health.![]()
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Doctors for Healthy Communities (DHC) volunteers will attend several dates of the two-week program. DHC Board Member and JCPS District Health Manager Eva Stone will be on hand during this initiative, and DHC Executive Director (and registered nurse) Debbie Harper along with DHC volunteers are planning to participate.
JCPS Hosts Two Weeks of School Physical Events
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Over two weeks from June 9th to 20th, 2025, Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) health care staff are hosting district-wide school physical opportunities. The JCPS students can get their mandatory ...
Doctors for Healthy Communities (DHC) volunteers visited Blanton House Senior Living Apartment on March 25th, 2025, to deliver nutritional supplies like Ensure.![]()
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J. O. Blanton House is a 21-story high rise with 256 units that has been designed for senior living at an affordable price. The apartments have beautiful views, fully equipped kitchens, and 24-hour monitored controlled access. They have various services available like on site gym, beauty salon, and various other amenities.![]()
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