Health

Mission: Promote Wellness

We all struggle with health issues sometimes, from inconvenient colds to more-serious conditions. When a person is feeling unwell, physically or mentally, even a small gesture of care can mean the world. It’s important to help others feel better. How can you have a positive impact? You don’t have to become a surgeon or develop a lifesaving medicine to make a big difference to someone in need.

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Need Inspiration?

  • Reach out to a friend or classmate who seems lonely. How can you help them feel connected?
  • Collect toys and donate them to a children’s hospital. What toys will kids enjoy playing with most?
  • Volunteer with a trusted adult at a nursing home. How will you spread cheer?
  • Collect first-aid materials and donate them to a shelter or school. What items are most needed?
  • Thank frontline workers by hanging appreciation flyers in your community. Where will you put them?
  • Make art to decorate waiting rooms at medical offices. What will brighten someone’s day?
  • Need help getting started? Talk to an adult or a friend to find an idea that feels right for you.
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