News and Events for 2024-2021
Harmony in the Dragon Year: 2024 Lunar New Year Cultural Celebrations
Led by the Arts and Culture Center of the Enhance Asian Community on Health (EACH), we are delighted to usher in the 2024 Lunar New Year with a series of Traditional Arts and Culture shows. Supported by the Mass Cultural Council Festivals & Projects grant, we aim to enhance activities that significantly contribute to the cultural vitality of our community. From January to February 2024, in collaboration with local organizations like 1000 Southern Artery Quincy, Arlington COA, Town of Arlington, Lexington COA, and Newton Housing Authority, EACH has successfully brought the essence of Asian culture to over 675 individuals across various community site locations.
Our goal extends beyond mere celebration; it embodies a commitment to promoting, preserving, and sharing Asian cultural history, thereby enriching our community's cultural fabric. These in-person cultural activities offered a unique opportunity for community members to engage with Asian culture personally, providing an experience otherwise inaccessible to many. Join us on this artistic journey as we continue to promote and engage in events that enhance our community's cultural life.
Ms. Sara Tan and Hanna Chan Become DPP Master Trainers, Bridging Health Barriers
We are thrilled to announce a pivotal milestone in our commitment to enhancing health and wellness within our community, focusing on mitigating the language and cultural barriers to addressing chronic diseases, particularly within our Asian-speaking population. Ms. Hanna Chan and Sara Tan recently earned accreditation as Master Trainers for the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP), significantly enhancing our capacity to combat chronic diseases. This designation is a testament to their unwavering dedication and expertise in the field of diabetes prevention, but it also paves the way for us to begin training more Asian-speaking DPP coaches.
By empowering Asian-speaking coaches, we are bridging a critical gap in health education and access, ensuring that wellness knowledge is more inclusive and accessible. Ms. Chan and Ms. Tan's leadership in training DPP coaches will enable us to extend our reach, providing tailored support and fostering healthy lifestyle changes among Asian communities at risk of developing diabetes.
By actively incorporating the valuable insights gleaned from these collaborative efforts, we are confident that our health programs will be even more effectively tailored to address the specific health needs of the Vietnamese community in Worcester and the Chinese community in Quincy.
Enhanced PreventT2 Workshops: A Collaborative Effort with Our Communities
We recently conducted two valuable focus groups in our ongoing quest to deliver culturally and linguistically appropriate health programs. On November 1st, 2023, a dedicated group of Vietnamese participants in Worcester, Massachusetts, provided insightful feedback on our year-long 2022-2023 workshop. Subsequently, on December 12th, 2023, we convened a focus group of Chinese participants in Quincy to assess the first half of their 12-month T2 workshop. These thoughtful sessions proved instrumental in understanding the unique needs of each community and enabling us to refine our approach for optimal impact.
Chronic Pain Management
In October 2023, Joanna Wong, PT, DPT, brought crucial knowledge to the seniors at Waltham Senior Home with her engaging presentation on chronic pain management. Two distinct sessions were conducted, one in English and another in Chinese, to meet the diverse linguistic needs of the community and ensure accessibility and comprehension for all attendees. This initiative reflects our commitment to providing valuable health education in a linguistically inclusive manner. Joanna's expertise offered the seniors effective strategies to manage chronic pain, enhancing their quality of life and empowering them with essential health knowledge.
EACH and AgeSpan: Pioneering Culturally-Tailored Health Programs
In its October 6, 2023 article, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) highlighted EACH's innovative partnership with AgeSpan to address linguistic and cultural gaps in health care for Chinese Americans under the leadership of Sara Tan. This collaboration has resulted in the creation of best practices for culturally and linguistically appropriate health services, such as training local leaders in native languages and incorporating family and traditional activities into health programs. This strategic approach, featured by NCOA, demonstrates EACH's commitment to overcoming health disparities and improving the well-being of the Chinese-American community.
Exciting Program Expansion Announcement-2023
We are pleased to announce the expansion of our evidence-based wellness programs, extending our reach beyond the Asian community to positively impact more lives! This expansion underscores our steadfast commitment to fostering health and wellness across diverse communities. We invite you to explore our varied programs and join us in our mission to cultivate holistic well-being for all!
Quincy
In collaboration with the 1000 Southern Artery Senior Center, we offer A Matter of Balance (MOB) lessons from July 11 to August 29 and from January to February 2024. MOB is a 2.5-hour weekly program that empowers participants with strategies to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels, enhancing both physical and mental well-being.
Milton
In partnership with the Quincy YMCA and Milton Council on Aging, we are conducting the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSMP) in the first quarter of 2024 and the Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) from April to May 2023. Both are six-week programs, with 2.5 hours per week, designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to manage chronic conditions effectively, enhancing their overall quality of life.
Waltham
Collaborating with Francis Cabot Lowell Mill in Waltham, we present:
• Healthy Eating on August 21, 2023 (3 hours), focusing on nutritional knowledge and healthy dietary habits.
• Age Well, Stay Positive, and Happy as You Age: September 18, 2023 (3 hours), emphasizing positive aging strategies and mental resilience.
• Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSMP) : on October 30, 2023 (3 hours), providing tools and techniques for chronic pain management.
Wellesley
In cooperation with Wellesley College, a distinguished institution committed to academic excellence and leadership development, and Aspire Health Alliance, we offer Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) in a comprehensive seven-hour session on August 28, 2023. This program trains participants to identify, understand, and respond effectively to signs of mental illnesses and crises.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshop-
We are pleased to share that our recent Youth Mental Health First Aid workshop held on April 1, 2023, in Newton was a great success. The 6.5 hours workshop was conducted entirely in Chinese, with two MHFA-certified instructors fluent in Asian languages leading a class of 11 participants. Workshop participants developed practical skills and information for identifying and responding to mental health concerns among young people. If you missed out on this opportunity, don't worry! We plan to hold another Mental Health First Aid workshop in the second half of 2023. Stay tuned for more information and schedule updates; we hope to see you at the next workshop. Our commitment to promoting mental wellness and providing valuable resources to the community remains unwavering, and we are proud to continue supporting those in need.
Worcester's first DPP PreventT2 Vietnamese Class March 2023
As we celebrate the graduation of ten seniors from Worcester's first DPP PreventT2 Vietnamese class, we want to share a special moment from the ceremony. The occasion was marked with a sumptuous cake to recognize and honor their success. We are so proud of their achievements and dedication to completing the one-year National DPP PreventT2 workshops in Vietnamese (March 2022-March 2023). Join us in celebrating their hard work and inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.
The National DPP PreventT2 workshops aim to equip individuals at risk for type 2 diabetes with the knowledge and resources required to maintain a healthy lifestyle. In addition, the program empowers participants to make informed decisions that result in long-term, positive change through education on appropriate nutrition, physical activity, and stress management.
Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
青少年心里健康急救证书培训
Announcing the Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Workshop for Asian Community, which will be held in Chinese on April 1, 2023! We want to assure everyone that this is not an April Fools' Day event.
This workshop is specifically designed for our community, focusing on the unique mental health challenges faced by young people in the Asian community. By considering both typical adolescent development and cultural factors, we provide a comprehensive 5-step action plan to offer support in crisis and non-crisis situations. Join us for this important community event! To register, don't hesitate to contact Sara Tan at 857-472-3224 or email each@each4asian.org.
我们将于2023年4月1日举办青少年心理健康急救 (MHFA) 中文课程！这个公共教育培训项目旨在解决年轻人所面临的心理健康挑战。我们考虑到青少年的正常发育和文化因素, 提供了一个全面的五步行动计划, 以便在危机和非危机情况下有效提升人们的心理健康素养。有兴趣参加这中文课程培训, 请联系Sara Tan，电话：857-472-3224，或通过电子邮件报名：each@each4asian.org
Sự Kiện Ăn Uống Lành Mạnh Cho Người Lớn Tuổi (Tập trung vào món ăn Việt Nam)
The Healthy Eating Event for Seniors in the Vietnamese Community (focusing on Vietnamese cuisine) will take place on March 20, 2023. In collaboration with Turner Free Library, a public library in Randolph, Massachusetts, the Enhance Asian Community on Health is organizing this event. The event aims to promote awareness of healthy eating habits for older adults, specifically within the Vietnamese community. A dietitian and certified diabetes educator will conduct the seminar in Vietnamese at the Randolph Intergeneration Center, 128 Pleasant Street, Randolph, MA 02368 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
Join Our Life-Changing Program: Sign Up for EACH's 2023-2024 Diabetes Prevention Program
We are thrilled to announce that Enhance Asian Community on Health, a CDC Full Plus National Diabetes Prevention Program organization, has completed the Vietnamese and Chinese versions of the 2022–23 Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) for the Asian community in Worcester, Massachusetts. This achievement marks an important milestone in our ongoing effort to provide accessible health resources to diverse populations. The DPP is a one-year program designed to assist individuals in reducing their risk of developing diabetes through lifestyle modifications. The first 16 weeks of the program consist of weekly meetings, with subsequent meetings occurring bimonthly or monthly. The success of our DPP among workshop participants has been remarkable, prompting us to launch a second program in English for the 2023–2024 academic year. Therefore, we encourage you to take charge of your health and reduce your risk of diabetes by signing up for the 2023–2024 DPP program. Don't hesitate to contact us for more information or to register.
Experience Culture at EACH's 2023 Lunar New Year Celebrations
EACH's Lunar New Year Celebration: A Cultural Extravaganza, An Immersion in Culture is a series of three festive celebrations in Lexington, Arlington, and Newton that welcome the Year of the Rabbit and bring the Lunar New Year celebration to the entire community in partnership with the local community centers in each of these cities. The festival will feature traditional Chinese dances, instrument performances, Peking Opera, and arts activities for all ages.
EACH’s Arts and Culture Center is dedicated to preserving traditional Chinese arts and culture, and what better way to do so than through the Lunar New Year celebration? Come join us as we celebrate the rich cultural traditions of the Chinese community and welcome the Year of the Rabbit. We hope to see you there!
1) Jan. 19, 2023, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Town of Lexington 39 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA 02420
2) Feb. 02, 2023, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, and 4 pm to 6 pm, at Arlington Council on Aging 27 Maple Street Arlington, and Arlington Town Hall at 730 Massachusetts Ave, Respectively.
3) Feb 8, 2022, 2:00 pm to 4 pm, 677 Winchester St. Newton, MA 02459
For more information, visit MHFA.org
Delivery Format: EACH / ASPIRE Health Alliance. In-person, free training. CEU is available as needed. Lunch will be provided.
Date and Time: Dec. 09, 2022, at 9:30am to 3:30 pm
Location: ASPIRE, 500 Victory Rd., 3rd Floor, N. Quincy, MA 02171.
Community-Based Diabetes Awareness Events for Asian Americans
Prediabetes affects one in three people in the United States. If left untreated, most people with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within five years, putting them at risk for various complications such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, and amputations. To raise awareness and empower individuals to take action, EACH held diabetes education outreach programs targeting the Asian American community in Lexington, Quincy, and Watertown, MA during the 3rd quarter of 2022. By increasing understanding of prediabetes and its prevention and treatment, we hope to make a positive impact in the fight against this growing health concern.
Indian Community Outreach, Lexington's Council on Aging, August 2022
Chinese Community in Quincy, Glucose Screening Test, September 2022
Asian Community Outreach, Watertown, September 2022
Arts and Culture Center
Beginner Ballroom Dance Lesson-Feb to May, 2022
HEARTS Program-2022
亚裔康泰福利会 2022 "欢乐春节”线上庆祝活动
Lunar New Year 2022
Celebrate the lunar new year 2022 with EACH, now online! Experience the joy and cultural richness of the Year of the Tiger from the comfort of your own home with virtual activities and traditions. From virtual Chinese folk dance to instrumental performances to unique Beijing Opera, our celebration has something for everyone to enjoy. So don't miss this exciting opportunity to ring in the new year with EACH.
2021-22 Open Enrollment Zoom Information Session
Looking for health insurance coverage in Massachusetts? The open enrollment period for 2021 is from November 1, 2021, to January 23, 2022. During this time, individuals and families can shop for health insurance plans on the Massachusetts Health Connector. To help guide you through the process, the EACH SHINE Counselor held a Zoom information session on November 6, 2021, for the Chinese-speaking communities in Newton. The one-hour session provided an overview of health plans and covered what's changing and staying the same. The meeting concluded with a brief Q&A session and was attended by 73 Chinese-speaking participants. Don't miss this opportunity to find the right health insurance plan for you and your family.
Community Health Assessment-Focus Group Discussion
Each year, Enhance Asian Community on Health (EACH) collaborates with our community partners to conduct focus groups on selected topics related to prevention and wellness issues faced by the Asian Speaking community members and inform the work of EACH and our partners.
Focus Group Discussion- November 2021
EACH collaborated with CHNA20 and conducted a focus group discussion on November 21, 2021. A total of 10 Chinese-speaking parents participated in an hour-long focus group discussion on better understanding the social-emotional challenges of young children and families so risk and protective factors can be identified and a multi-domain solution can be proposed.
Focus Group Discussion- October 2021
14 Chinese-speaking community members from EACH's constituents participated in the Beth Israel Lahey Health Community Health Assessment on October 26, 2021.
JSI, the consultant for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton, facilitated the 60 minutes Focus Group Discussion.
EACH to Provide Blood Pressure Testing in Support of PCP-HELP
The purpose of the free blood pressure testing is to create community awareness of the risk for heart disease and stroke and inspire prevention or treatment of hypertension. Health Empowerment Leverage Program to Promote Chronic Disease Prevention (HELP-PCP) is a community-based project sponsored by the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
(Inset) A Chinese-speaking clinic nurse practitioner administered the testing on individuals between the ages of 50 and 70.
Health and Emotional Well-Being Forum Series
In partnership with Golda Meir House, EACH held a Community Forum on Health and Emotional Well-Being Issues related to daily life during a pandemic in Mandarin/Cantonese language at 2Life Community in Newton on October 20, 2021. Professional Counseling Speaker Ms. Carol Lam discussed with seniors how to best identify the emotional issues, learn skills to achieve greater well-being, build and maintain meaningful relationships with loved ones during this extraordinary time. These forums (in-person and zoom) are always open to the public, and include a discussion and Q&A with attendees.
Quincy Housing Authority Family Field Day- September 14, 2021
Elvis impersonator makes an appearance in the QHA Family Field Day
EACH Community Building- Free goodies for all ages
Preventive Health Screening during the COVID19 Pandemic
On August 19, 2021, EACH conducted a series of community-based Preventive Health Screening outreach to create awareness for chronic disease risk factors faced by Asian immigrant communities, who exhibit low health screening rates during the COVID-19 Pandemic. This program is also sponsored by the Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) National COVID-19 Resiliency Network (NCRN).
The NCRN is part of the National Infrastructure for Mitigating the Impact of COVID-19 within Racial and Ethnic Minority Communities (NIMIC) Initiative.
Graduates of 2021 Q3 CDSMP Class
In alignment with the Building a Community Health Worker Volunteer Program initiative, on August 10, 2021, we celebrated the conclusion of the Chronic Disease Self-Management (CDSMP) Workshop in the Chinese language with certified CDSMP master trainers and the 9 class participants.
Healthy Eating and Diets Workshop
EACH partners with 1000 Southern Artery Senior Center to offer a series of Prevention and Wellness workshops beginning August 12, 2021. The first in-person workshop, titled Healthy Eating and Diet held at the 1000 Southern Artery Senior Center. Anger Management (September 16, 2021); Fall Prevention and Safety (October 21, 2021); Self Care and Medication Management (November 18, 2021).
We’re pleased to announce that Enhance Asian Community on Health has been awarded the Micro-Grant from the Morehouse School of Medicine National COVID-19 Resiliency Network (NCRN) on July 30, 2021. The funding supports our efforts to amplify the capacity and resiliency of the NCRN and assist the Asian population in MA in gaining increased access to COVID-19 vaccines.
Tai Chi Chuan for Balance and Fall Prevention Class. May 19, 2021
Tai Chi Chuan for Balance and Fall Prevention
We have resumed in-person teaching of the “Tai Chi Chuan for Balance and Fall Prevention” class this week at the Quincy site. Tai Chi Master instructor Mr.KC Lo fully vaccinated leads the new course. The class schedule is once a week for 60 minutes, for eight weeks.
Certified Freedom From Smoking® facilitators provide free in-person and phone counseling in Mandarin and Cantonese. Free “quit kits” are available for adults.
"Sara Tan, President & Executive Director of Enhance Asian Community on Health Inc., and Mary Cole, Program Manager for the Greater Boston Tobacco-Free Community Partnership at Baystate Community Services, discuss an outreach program aimed at helping people in the Asian community quit smoking.
For more information, call 857-472-3224. If you need help quitting smoking, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit www.AsianSmokersQuitline.org or www.MakeSmokingHistory.org. For assistance in Chinese, call 1-800-838-8917; for assistance in Vietnamese, call 1-800-778-8440. "
"Source": QATV Quincy-04-22-2021
2021 Pandemic Response-COVID 19 Vaccination
Staff from Enhance Asian Community on Health volunteering at the Manet Community Health Center, Quincy, and Francis Cabot Lowell Mill, Waltham MA, to support the local community's ongoing efforts in the COVID-19 vaccination activities.
Lunar New Year 2021 Virtual Celebration
We are pleased to announce the 2021 Lunar New Year Virtual Celebration in partnership with our community partners. Please join us for a virtual event celebrating the Lunar New Year 2021. This free virtual event will be held in English and Chinese.
Instructions for Zoom Access: Join the Zoom webinar on the event's day (Meeting ID: 820 3642 1832). We kindly ask attendees to please mute their audio upon meeting entry for the best Zoom quality.
Feb. 17, 2021. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Newtown Housing Authority and EACH
Feb. 23, 2021. 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Feb. 25, 2021. 19 p.m. to 20 p.m.
T2 Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Change Programs-2021
Under the Subcontract Agreement with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, EACH will implement T2 Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Change Programs beginning January 2021. This program is dedicated to preventing and delaying the onset of Type 2 diabetes by helping people eat healthy, move more, and build other healthy habits that last a lifetime for people in our service area with growing Asian populations.
2021-2023 External Events & Resources
The Johns Hopkins Center for Civil Society Studies: NEWS RELEASE | NONPROFIT JOBS STILL DOWN BY NEARLY 960,000 AS OF JANUARY, TIME TO FULL RECOVERY INCREASES TO 2 YEARS
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