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Active 20-30:
17th Annual Crab Feed
February 27, 2010
Enjoy all you can eat crab, silent auction, raffles, dancing, and more. Proceeds benefit River Oak and other local charties that serve children and youth. For ticket, location, and other information, click here! |
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River Oak Center for Children
5030 El Camino Avenue Carmichael, CA 95608 916-609-5100 (phone)
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Helping children at risk, troubled teens, and families through mental health services and family counseling.
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Greetings!
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month?
We all know that a diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables plays an integral role in providing the vitamins and other nutrients we need to stay physically healthy.
For the ethnically diverse children and teens receiving services at River Oak - who are challenged by poverty and emotional and behavioral issues - eating healthy is especially important, for several reasons:
- A well-balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables is essential to mental and brain health.
- Eating nutritious foods has been shown to have positive effects on the prevention, progression, and management of mental health problems.
- The consequences of an unhealthy diet affects minority populations in the United States at a disproportionate rate compared to White Americans.
- Low-income families often choose less healthy, more convenient food options since healthier foods tend to be more expensive and labor intensive.
At River Oak, we offer many programs and services that promote nutrition and wellness among our children and families. Click here to learn more. |
Creative Talent Shines During River Oak's Nutrition and Wellness Fair
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Late last year, River Oak held its first annual nutrition fair for our families, to promote nutritional awareness and healthy eating. One of the highlights of the evening was the food craft station, where children (and their parents or caregivers!) were encouraged to play with their food.
Children and families had an array of vegetables of all colors, shapes, and sizes to choose from to create their culinary masterpieces. When they were happy with their finished product, the children and families could either take their artwork home or eat their creation. We were pleasantly suprised that most kids chose to eat their artwork. One boy even asked for more broccoli!
For more on the Nutrition and Wellness Fair as well as other River Oak programs and services that promote healthy choices, click here. |
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Looking for ways for your family to eat healthier?
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To help you and your family celebrate National Nutrition Month, we've collected a few of our favorite snack-time recipes that are easy and fun for the whole family. Happy eating!
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Thank you for your continued interest in and support of River Oak Center for Children. We hope you have enjoyed receiving our periodic updates! If you know of anyone who might like to receive future messages, please send us their email addresses and we'll invite them to be added to our list.
With warm regards,
Mary C. Hargrave, Ph.D.
President and Chief Executive Officer
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