Category: Blog
Civic Engagement
Because health is not just about going to the doctor and getting treated for ailments, it’s also about our life situation. When you don’t have a coat to walk to school in or if you’re homeless and only have a...
#GetVaccinated
No More Excuses: You Need a Flu Vaccine... Schedule your flu shots today because even healthy people need a flu vaccine. Children younger than 5 years old, particularly those under 2 are at higher risk for complications from the flu. Along...
Hamilton Community Health Network Milestones
We celebrated our long-term employees at our year-end party for their milestones of service with HCHN. Nineteen staff were recognized for either reaching their 5, 10 or 15 year mark with Hamilton. Those award recipients are as follows: 5 Year ...
Dinner For Hope
Hamilton Community Health Network will be hosting its annual Dinner for Hope event this Wednesday in an effort to feed the homeless and hungry. Hamilton will be providing a warm meal and giving away pieces of winter wear for adults...
The Signs of AUD (Alcohol Use Disorder)
Often times we can recognize the signs of someone who has had a few too many drinks… slurred words, disorientation, delayed responses or even poor balance. However, seeing the signs of someone with an alcohol addiction may not be so...
Beating the Thanksgiving Slump
Thanksgiving is over and with all of our unhealthy eating decisions behind us for that holiday, it’s time to kick it back into gear! Here are a few ways to help get you back on the path to healthy living,...
Beating the Holiday Blues
Shopping / money. Holiday feasts / over indulging. Holiday gatherings / loneliness. The holidays aren’t always as picture-perfect as they are often portrayed to be, and striving for everything to be “just right” can be stressful. Each year there is...
Understanding Homelessness
The U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development defines homelessness in four statements: The definition of those who are experiencing homelessness includes: An individual or family who lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence An individual or family who will imminently...
Getting Help With Addiction With Kids In Mind
The misuse and addiction to opioids is a national crisis, leaving many affected, including families of those who are addicted. Many times, those closest to the ones suffering substance misuse struggle the most. Hamilton patient, Sheena, reflects on the moment...
Hamilton Helps Man Recover From Substance Abuse
No matter what type of substance, addiction kills thousands of Americans every year. Addiction is a mental disorder which compels someone to repeatedly use substances or engage in behaviors even though they have harmful consequences. Hamilton CHN Patient, Ethan, recalls...
