On April 25th, Health Imperatives will host STAND UP! Against Sexual assault at Hotel 1620 in Plymouth Harbor. This very special event will bring together 200 influential individuals from across the South Shore, including the people we serve and many of our partners in health care, law enforcement, education, and business.

We will hear from three extraordinary women about how we all can prevent violence, and support and empower survivors. 

• Dr. Mary Burke, Senior Vice President of Quincy College, former dean of the Quincy College Plymouth campus, and member of Health Imperatives’ Board of Directors.
• Michelle Cully, Founder and President Xpressman Trucking and Courier, Speaker and Advocate.
• Maggie Shellene, Stonehill College student and Health Imperatives’ volunteer.

Join Edaville for a weekend full of fun and engage in sensory-friendly activities hosted by various sponsors while learning more about autism awareness, education and safety. The audio in the park will be turned down and the trains whistle will feature a short blast.

For more sensory friendly accomodations go to: 

http://www.edaville.com/events/theme-park-open-featuring-autism-awareness-weekend 

Free T-shirt, refereshments, gift bag and a wonderful time for the whole family to come out and support a great cause - helping OCES deliver 1,600 nutritious meals a day.

To register: www.southshorerace.com 

Join Edaville for a weekend full of fun and engage in sensory-friendly activities hosted by various sponsors while learning more about autism awareness, education and safety. The audio in the park will be turned down and the trains whistle will feature a short blast.

For more sensory friendly accomodations go to: 

http://www.edaville.com/events/theme-park-open-featuring-autism-awareness-weekend 

Hours: Weekends 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions.

The American Bombshells and the Beantown Swing Orchestra Perform

Fred Astaire Dance Studio comes in before show to provide Swing Dance Lessons!  

Do you know someone battling Alzheimer's disease, or someone caring for them? You can make a difference in their lives and others affected by the disease by joining us at 9:00 a.m. on May 6 for the HopeHealth Walk for Alzheimer's at DCR Scusset State Beach. When you walk, you help many in our region receive essential care and support services - free of charge - provided by our experts at Hope Dementia and Alzheimer's Services. Programs include: family care planning, caregiver education, support groups, respite grants, and more.

The race begins at the Buzzards Bay Village Park, at the west end of Main Street next to the train station. The flat, scenic course travels down and back along the beautiful Cape Cod Canal. Ample parking is available. There will be a water station along the route accessible in both directions.

Prizes will be awarded to male and female runners in each of six age groups:  Neonate (12 and under), Pup (13-19), Yearling (20-29), Juvenile (30-39), Sub-Adult (40-49), Adult (50-59), and Senior (60+). Prizes will also be awarded to overall male and female winners.

Visit www.nmlc.org for directions and additional information!

Registration: $25 in advance, $35 day of

at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions.

The AHA’s BLS Provider Course reflects science and education from the 2015 Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC. It teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both prehospital and in-facility environments, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics.

In the Instructor-led course, students participate in simulated clinical scenarios and learning stations. Students work with an AHA BLS Instructor to complete BLS skills practice and skills testing. Students also complete a written exam.

Cost of the program is $50.00.  Cost includes instruction and two (2) year certification card, which will be emailed to you that day. 

BLS/  BASIC LIFE SUPPORT is an American Heart Association CPR AED certification class meant for nursing students, nurses and other medical professionals. If you are not a medical professional you still may attend. Adult and pediatric methods are included. The cost is $60.00. To complete your registration and payment, visit healthednewengland.com. 

NOTE;  If you are recertifiying and have current certification in the same class or equivalent, you may take the shortened version and will be done by 9. 

Operation Appreciation Kids Night Out on Friday, May 25^th, 6:00p-8:00p, at Old Colony YMCA (OCY) Plymouth Branch located at 2 Greenside Way South (GPS use 237 Wareham Road), Plymouth, MA 02360.  Join Miss Tricia at the OCY Plymouth Branch for a fun filled Kids Night creating Thank You cards, posters, drawings, coloring pages and much more for our Veterans!  Bring your Red, White and Blue SPIRIT with you!  Cost: Bring in a non-perishable item, back pack or personal hygiene item to enter in a RAFFLE.   Each item you bring gets you one raffle ticket to enter!  Kids Night at the Plymouth Branch is for ages 3 years – 12 years old (must be potty-trained).  Raffle Items include a 30-Minute Horseback Riding Lesson; Y-Bucks; 3 in 1 Lego Set and MORE!  To register call 508-927-3100 or visit the OCY Plymouth Branch Welcome Center!