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A Tribute to Myrna J. Deckert
September 18, 2020
For the lives she touched, contributions she made, and legacy she leaves
Myrna served as CEO of YWCA El Paso del Norte Region for more than 30 years, growing the organization from an annual budget of $150,000 when she joined in 1970 to over $35 million when she retired in 2002, making it the largest YWCA in the country. However, those numbers do little to actually illustrate the impact Myrna had on YWCA and the El Paso community. She was an incredible leader who is largely responsible for creating the YWCA we all know today.
In her time as CEO, Myrna engaged…
The Passing of Myrna J. Deckert
September 11, 2020
Our hearts are heavy with the passing of our former CEO, Myrna J. Deckert. Myrna served as CEO of the Paso del Norte Health Foundation from 2007-2016.
She was an extraordinary leader committed to improving health, education, economic development, and quality of life in our region. While at the Health Foundation, Myrna developed a Regional Framework for Health to promote health and prevent disease. She helped found the REALIZE leadership development program, Paso del Norte Community Foundation, Fundación Paso del Norte para la Salud y Bienestar, and PHIX Health Information Exchange. …
School Re-opening and its Impact on Mental Health Webinar
August 31, 2020
Make plans to attend this webinar on the important matter of mental health and school re-openings. School administrators, counselors, teachers are encouraged to attend. This webinar is supported by the Texas Health and Human Services - Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP) for School Personnel. For more information on CCP in English, click on this link.
Date: Thursday, September 3, 2020
Time: Noon
Location: Zoom Meeting
Panelists:
- Emergence Health Network, Celeste Nevarez
- El Paso Children’s Hospital, Dr. Vanessa Velez, DNP CPNP-PC CP-SANE, Director, CARES…
Health Foundation, Behavioral Health Consortium highlighted in El Paso’s All-American City Award
August 20, 2020
Congratulations El Paso! For the third time in just over a decade, El Paso was named an All-American City. El Paso was among 10 communities selected for their outstanding civic achievement by the All-American City judges, which is sponsored by the National Civic League (NCL).
NCL is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to advancing civic engagement to create equitable, thriving communities. The All-American City Award focuses on celebrating examples of civic engagement practices that advance health and well-being in local communities. This is one of the highest awards any American…
Online out-of-school resource library
August 18, 2020
The Out-of-School Time (OST) Library is an electronic, comprehensive resource for out-of-school time professionals, grant writers, educators, policymakers, researchers, and others looking to increase their knowledge and support on the importance of OST in the region.
The library includes publications, training materials, webinars, tool kits and data on a variety of topics such as positive youth development, school health, and much more. New resources include best practices and reopening guidelines among other tools related to OST and COVID-19.
The library is managed by the Borderland…
Helping parents and caregivers stay mentally and physically healthy
August 18, 2020
There is a lot of advice available online right now about how to keep yourself physically healthy during the coronavirus pandemic such as staying physically active, washing your hands, wearing face coverings and practicing social distancing. Managing your mental health during this time is just as vital to your overall well-being.
As the school year begins, parents and caregivers are feeling the extra anxiety and stress about keeping their families safe. It is more important than ever to have realistic expectations about how much we can truly control during these ever-changing times….
Downtown 10 and Deck Plaza to be a community project
July 23, 2020
A couple of years ago a group of individuals, businesses, elected officials, and service organizations came together to form the El Paso Mobility Coalition (EMCO). The organization is housed within the El Paso Chamber of Commerce. The stated goals and objectives of the coalition are to advance and support transportation initiatives in the El Paso region. One of the roadways that has risen to the top of the list of needs is the I-10 Corridor, El Paso’s major throughway and connector.
Some facts about I-10 in downtown:
- Traffic increased up to 34% in the last 10 years
- It has the…
NAMI El Paso to hold virtual Community Forum
July 22, 2020
As part of National Minority Mental Health month, NAMI El Paso, in partnership with the Paso del Norte Health Foundation’s Think.Change Initiative is hosting its 7th Annual Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Community Forum.
The forum will focus on topics ranging from postpartum, LGBT, cultural competency, racial trauma, and more!
Monday, July 27
Wednesday, July 29
Friday, July 31
9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Virtual Zoom Meeting
To register or for more information, click here.
Health Foundation recognized for work on the Paso del Norte Trail
July 22, 2020
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation was recently named a recipient of the 2020 SHIFT Award for their work on the Paso del Norte Trail.
The SHIFT Award recognizes individuals, initiatives or organizations from around the United States, that advances or promotes the health benefits of outdoor recreation. This year, more than 25 initiatives were selected for awards in the categories of Non-Profit Leadership; Public Land-Management Innovation; Youth Engagement; Research; and Health and Nature Champion. The Health Foundation was selected under the Non-Profit Leadership category. For a list…
Health Foundation awards two new grants to support Alcohol Prevention and Healthy Kids Initiatives
July 21, 2020
The Paso del Norte Health Foundation recently awarded two grants totaling more than $755,000 under the Shift + and Healthy Kids Initiatives. The purpose of the Shift+ initiative is to reduce underage drinking and binge drinking in all ages, and the Healthy Kids initiative’s goal is to improve a range of healthy outcomes by engaging disconnected youth in high quality programs during out-of-school hours.
Funded organizations are:
Fundación del Empresariado Chihuahuense A.C. - $132,452.10
2020-21 Alianza Paso del Norte Health Foundation y Fundación del Empresariado Chihuahuense…
