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Social Health from the Heart #5…Spreading the Word on Social Health
By Barb Young In a recent meeting with our Advisory Committee, we focused on the HNN Strategic Plan and ways to better align it with our Mission Statement. We discussed strategies to increase participation in activities that raise awareness about the importance of social health in our communities, as well as among those who can influence policy change. Social health is just as important as physical and mental health, and the time is long overdue for the government to re
Oct 21


Social Health...from the Heart #4: The Soundtrack of Connection: How Music Reflects the Importance of Social Health
By Barb Young  Music has a unique way of weaving into the fabric of our lives, often serving as the backdrop for our most meaningful...
Jul 15


Remembering Harold Flanagan 1928 – 2012Â
By Barb Young (Joseph) Harold Flanagan was born on January 17, 1928, in an old, red brick farmhouse on a knoll just north of...
Apr 7


Social Health...from the Heart #3
By Barb Young As a home-based assisted living provider for seniors for many years, I often witnessed firsthand the importance of social...
Apr 7


The Harmony in the Highlands Concert Series Kicks off in Middleville
by Barb Young The old saying ‘hard work pays off’ rang true in Middleville this past Sunday afternoon as HNN, together with Harmony...
Mar 17


Social Health…from the Heart #2
By Barb Young The World Health Organization's definition of health, established in 1948, remains relevant today : "a  state of complete...
Feb 3


Social Health from the Heart…#1
By Barb Young  As a founding member and President of the HNN, I would like to take this opportunity to personally reflect  on why our...
Feb 3


New Community-Based Program Keeping Seniors Fit, Active And Socially Connected.
Lanark  — The Ontario government is investing in a new Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program in Lanark. “This is an exciting day...
Apr 28, 2024
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