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New resources available to help those diagnosed with diabetes
December 14, 2021
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation, El Paso Center for Diabetes, and Diabetes Alliance have partnered to launch the Diabetes: Now What? campaign to help people across El Paso prevent or manage diabetes.
The Now What? campaign uses a variety of communication outlets to connect individuals with valuable information regarding diabetes including a website of resources https://epdiabetes.org with links to accredited diabetes prevention programs, diabetes self-management courses, support groups, helpful apps, cooking classes, and tips for lifestyle changes in…
El Paso Behavioral Health Consortium nominated for 2021 El Paso Inc., El Pasoan of the Year
December 14, 2021
Congratulations to the El Paso Behavioral Health Consortium for its 2021 El Paso Inc. El Pasoan of the Year nomination. We are proud to be a founding member and supporter of the Consortium, which is made up of local, state and national organizations that work together to improve the mental and behavioral health system in our community. The Consortium is supported by the new Paso del Norte Center at the [Meadows Mental Health Policy…
Feature Grantee – Salud y Desarrollo Comunitario de Cd Juárez, A.C. (FEMAP)
November 16, 2021
Salud y Desarrollo Comunitario de Cd Juárez, A.C. (FEMAP) was created in 1973 as a nonprofit civil organization located in Ciudad Juárez. Their mission is to better the quality of life of the community through healthcare services, education, as well as community service. They also have been recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally for their contribution to the human, social, and economic development.
As part of their community service division, they have accumulated vast experience in the implementation of out-of-school programs for disconnected children and youth….
State funding to support Paso del Norte Trail
November 16, 2021
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation is pleased to share the good news from the Texas Transportation Commission, which recently approved more than $55 million for 41 projects across the state that will build sidewalks, shared use paths, bike lanes, pedestrian bridges and other safety features for people who walk and ride bicycles for transportation.
Specifically, we are pleased to share that the County of El Paso will receive funding for the following projects that are part of the Paso del Norte Trail system:
- Project Name: **Alamo Alto Segment of the Paso del Norte Trail…
Dr. Larry Senn, pioneer of corporate culture, leads leadership workshop for local executives
November 16, 2021
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation hosted thought-leader, author, and corporate culture pioneer, Dr. Larry Senn, for local executive leaders and REALIZE Executive alumni during a morning workshop earlier this month.
Dr. Senn, partner with Heidrick & Struggles, founded two national consulting firms, and wrote 3 books on culture, including the latest best-selling Winning Teams, Winning Cultures, and 3 books on leadership and peak human performance, presented “Inspiring Thriving Cultures to Drive Impact” to the group of 40 leaders.
Participants learned that shaping a thriving culture…
Paso del Norte Center at MMHPI announces Founding Leadership Cabinet Members
November 16, 2021
The Paso del Norte Center at Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute recently introduced its founding leadership cabinet members at a community reception. The Center, which launched in July 2021 with $1.5 million in grant funding from the Paso del Norte Health Foundation, provides policy and program guidance for regional initiatives and advances mental health awareness efforts in the Paso del Norte region.
“The PdN Center and leadership cabinet members will bring new perspectives to the work of the El Paso Behavioral Health Consortium and help to inform important next steps to improve…
2022 Healthy Eating and Active Living (HEAL) Letters of Intent (LOI)
November 10, 2021
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation seeks Letters of Intent (LOIs) from eligible organizations to promote healthy eating and physical activity. A high-quality diet that includes fruits and vegetables and appropriate daily caloric intake can combat the onset of chronic diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Being physically active and minimizing sedentary time also decreases the risk of chronic diseases.
The Health Foundation is specifically interested in programs that promote fruit and vegetable consumption or portion control or in approaches that create opportunities to increase…
2022 Diabetes Prevention, Early Detection, and Management - Call for Letters of Intent (LOI)
November 3, 2021
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation (Health Foundation) seeks Letters of Intent (LOIs) from eligible organizations to provide diabetes prevention, early detection, and management. Programs may be related to type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes. Population, systems, and individual level strategies will be considered. The following categories are of special interest.
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Literacy
- Professional Capacity Building
- Organizational Improvements
- Workgroups
Eligibility
Eligible applicants include nonprofit tax-exempt organizations, including…
New Mexico dental students receive an opportunity to study at the Hunt School of Dental Medicine in El Paso
October 20, 2021
Two future New Mexico dental students will have something to smile about, thanks to the New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED). The state agency is stepping up to help with tuition costs for New Mexico residents attending Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso’s Hunt School of Dental Medicine in El Paso, Texas.
In an agreement between the NMHED and Hunt School of Dental Medicine recently announced in Las Cruces, the agency said it will cover the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition for two New Mexico students who otherwise would be required to pay…
Health Foundation awards new grants for youth and mental health
October 19, 2021
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation recently awarded 11 grants totaling more than $1.6 million under the Healthy Kids and the Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Initiatives.
More than $282,000 was awarded to three nonprofit organizations under the Healthy Kids Initiative. The purpose of this Initiative is to improve a range of health outcomes by engaging disconnected youth in the Paso del Norte region in high quality programs during out-of-school hours.
The Mental Health and Emotional Well-being Initiative works to develop, lead, and invest in partnerships, organizations,…
