Thank you to everyone to stopped by our Open House on Monday! It was great to connect with friends and supporters on the HMS campus, including the MEDscience students. There was lots of warmth and joy despite the windy weather!

There are some great wellness classes coming up this month hosted by the Stop & Shop Nutrition Partners! If you are looking to learn more about healthy eating tips, or just to connect with the community, check out these free resources & come talk to us on the van for more info!

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and this year's theme is #MoreThanEnough. We all deserve support and care for our minds and bodies. You don't have to go through it alone: come see us on the van for resources and click here for more info: conta.cc/2R2imoR

We are committed to advancing community health, during #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth & beyond. Our free wellness support program, Healthy Roads, is here for you year round-we provide strategies for dealing with stress, increasing social connections, & more! conta.cc/432hcZR

Our team has enjoyed connecting with the community in the warmer weather this spring! We are excited to announce that our hours are now extended until 2pm on Tuesdays at Nubian Square and Wednesdays in East Boston. Stop by to see us for health info and support!

Congratulations to our very own Josephina Lin, who graduated from Harvard with a Master of Science in Media, Medicine, and Health! We are so proud of you and grateful for all the dedication, thoughtfulness, and joy your bring to our team.

Are you interested in getting involved with The Family Van? Our volunteer application for Academic Year 2023-24 is open until July 15! If you are passionate about community health & equity, this opportunity is for you! Visit our website for more details: conta.cc/45qQSuf

Happy Pride Month! Addressing LGBTQ+ health disparities is a critical part of Public Health. At The Family Van and Mobile Health Map, we strive to honor the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community and do our part to create a more equitable and healthy future for all.

Congratulations to Mollie Williams, our Executive Director, who received an HMS Dean's Award from the Joint Committee on the Status of Women! Mollie, we appreciate how you lead our team with commitment & integrity. We are grateful to work towards justice and equity alongside you!

We were so proud to celebrate Gigi Firmin at the #HarvardHeroes Awards! Gigi is an incredible part of our team-from the care she provides, to her expert navigation of our vehicle, & her support of countless volunteers. Congratulations, Gigi, and thank you for all you do!

Mary Kathryn Fallon, our Assistant Director of Finance and Operations, got to visit Project Vision Hawaii in Kauai last week! Their team gave a wonderful tour of their mobile unit and talked about all the great work in they do, including medical services, SNAP enrollment, and more.

It's Community Health Worker Appreciation Day! We are beyond grateful for our amazing and dedicated direct service team. Gigi, Rainelle, Dina, and Simone-- thank you for all the wisdom and care you bring to your work in the community every day! We love you!

Each of us has our own wellness journey, but we don’t have to go through it alone. Our #HealingTogether campaign, which highlights personal & communal wellbeing, will be on MBTA buses starting Monday! Check our social media for updates, & learn more here conta.cc/42llf2B

Looking to connect with the community this weekend? Gathering with friends & neighbors is an essential part of #HealingTogether, our wellness campaign that launches tomorrow! Check out these free Juneteenth events from Boston Public Library, @gardenermuseum, & more! conta.cc/42llf2B

Juneteenth is a day of freedom, celebration, and action. It also marks the launch of our #HealingTogether wellness campaign, which can be found on the MBTA buses! We are committed to uplifting communities as we work towards health equity, and a future where we can all thrive.

There are many ways that we can reduce stress and take care of our wellness. Many of our staff and clients find peace through art, writing, talking with loved ones, gardening, & more! All of these are part of #HealingTogether. What practices help you feel grounded and supported?

Part of #HealingTogether means seeking support when we need it. Creating systems of care is possible when we have the tools we need to take care of our minds and bodies. Come see us to get connected to mental wellness resources, or check out this link: conta.cc/43olVW1

Creating art, listening to music, and moving your body are all different opportunities for #HealingTogether. What are some ways you are staying well this weekend? Feel free to share in the comments! And check out some community events this summer here: conta.cc/3XwxgRZ

Our 2023 internship cycle has begun! The new group came out to the van last week and are already making a difference in the community. We are so glad to have them as part of our team, and looking forward to the rest of the summer! Come visit us to meet the interns!

The rain held off at the Mattapan Farmer's Market this Saturday, which made for a great turnout at the event! Our interns had a fun and busy day providing screenings, handing out health supplies, and engaging with the community. We look forward to coming back in August!