On June 23, FCHS hosted the Mercer County Food Stakeholders’ (MCFS) in-person meeting at our Rutgers Cooperative Extension office. Joan Healy co-facilitates the group with Trenton Health Team. The MCFS supports our region’s response to food insecurity through mapping, data analytics, mobilizing resources, and assisting partners in coordinating their work, with more than 50 organizations […]
Looking for summertime fun for the whole family? Head to the Mercer County 4-H Fair at beautiful Howell Living History Farm, Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, for animal shows, hayrides, music, food, and more! Tour the farm, explore the exhibits, attend a magic show, challenge a friend on the archery range, or relax and enjoy […]
Happy Pride Month, Mercer County! We’re excited to share a new resource that aligns perfectly with the spirit of Pride and the ongoing work toward equity and inclusion. Just in time for Pride Month, a brand-new fact sheet has been published – Building Belonging Through Community Engagement: A Resource for Inclusive Practices that Support People […]
Earlier this month, Ricardo Kairios, representing Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, had the opportunity to present at the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. The session focused on the intersection of hunger relief and LGBTQIA2S+ health equity, drawing a strong audience of advocates and professionals from across the country. Ricardo co-presented with fellow […]
The Greater Mercer Public Health Partnership (GMPHP) is a collaboration of hospitals, health departments, the Mercer County Department of Human Services and other not-for-profit organizations whose mission is to measurably improve the health of residents of the Greater Mercer County community. At their recent Community Advisory Board meeting, Joan Healy participated on a Food Insecurity […]
