Mayor's Health Task Force of Lawrence

10/28/2026

Another Informative Food Day Event!

Thank you to everyone who joined us to learn about food access, SNAP benefits, and supporting our local food system!

SNAP/EBT Update: New cards now include a chip. Be sure to use your new card before November 29 to avoid interruption in benefits.
Use Your HIP Benefits! HIP helps eligible SNAP households buy fresh fruits and vegetables while supporting local farmers and stretching their food budgets.

A special thank-you to The Center, DTA, GLFHC, GLCAC, the Alzheimer's Association, and all participating organizations for sharing resources and helping make this event possible!

Together, we're building a healthier, stronger Lawrence!


¡Otro gran evento para aprender sobre la alimentación!

¡Gracias a todos los que nos acompañaron! Compartimos información importante sobre cómo conseguir alimentos, aprovechar los beneficios de SNAP y apoyar a nuestros agricultores locales.

¡Importante! Nuevas tarjetas de SNAP/EBT�Las nuevas tarjetas tienen un chip. ¡Recuerde usar su nueva tarjeta antes del 29 de noviembre para evitar interrupciones en sus beneficios!

¡Aproveche los beneficios de HIP!�Si su hogar recibe SNAP, puede usar HIP para comprar frutas y vegetales frescos y apoyar a los agricultores locales. ¡Una excelente manera de llevar alimentos saludables a su mesa y aprovechar mejor su presupuesto!

¡Gracias a nuestros colaboradores!�Agradecemos especialmente a The Center, DTA, GLFHC, GLCAC, la Asociación de Alzheimer y a todas las organizaciones que compartieron información y recursos para hacer posible este evento.
¡Juntos seguimos construyendo un Lawrence más saludable y fuerte!

10/22/2026

Hand expression can be helpful in emergency situations when you may not have access to a breast pump, electricity for a breast pump, or if you are away from your baby unexpectedly. Learn how to express breast milk by hand at: https://www.cdc.gov/infant-feeding-emergencies-toolkit/php/hand-expression.html

La extracción manual de leche materna puede ser útil en situaciones de emergencia, cuando no tenga acceso a un extractor de leche, no haya electricidad para usarlo o tenga que separarse de su bebé inesperadamente.
Aprenda cómo extraer la leche materna con las manos aquí: https://www.cdc.gov/infant-feeding-emergencies-toolkit/php/hand-expression.html

Learn how to hand express breast milk. This may be especially important in an emergency or disaster.

10/08/2026

Biking and walking to school are great ways for kids to be physically active. 🚲 On National Bike & Roll to School Day, help your kids move more with these ideas: https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/adding-children-adolescents/

Caminar o ir en bicicleta a la escuela son excelentes maneras de mantener a los niños físicamente activos.
En el Día Nacional de Caminar y Rodar a la Escuela, ayuda a tus hijos a mantenerse activos con estas ideas:
https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/adding-children-adolescents/

Learn how to make physical activity part of a child's life.

09/21/2026

Healthy habits start early!
Introducing kids to fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods at a young age can help support growth, brain development, and lifelong healthy eating habits.
Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/features/good-nutrition-starts-early.html

¡Los hábitos saludables comienzan desde pequeños!
Cuando los niños conocen y disfrutan las frutas, verduras y otros alimentos saludables desde temprana edad, esto les ayuda a crecer fuertes, al desarrollo de su cerebro y aprender hábitos de alimentación saludables que pueden durar toda la vida.
Conoce más: https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/features/good-nutrition-starts-early.html

See ways to introduce young children to healthy foods, which affect how they eat as they get older.

09/14/2026

Make physical activity a family affair! Walking the family pet, riding bikes, or doing active chores like raking leaves all count. 🐕🚲🍂
During National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, explore ways that families can help prevent obesity: https://bit.ly/43jTWbu

¡Hagan de la actividad física un asunto de familia!
Salir a pasear con su mascota, andar en bicicleta o hacer tareas activas como rastrillar las hojas… ¡todo cuenta!
Durante el Mes Nacional de Concientización sobre la Obesidad Infantil, descubre cómo las familias pueden ayudar a prevenir la obesidad infantil y mantener a los niños activos y saludables:
https://bit.ly/43jTWbu

Ways parents and caregivers can help children have a healthy weight and establish healthy habits.

09/02/2026

Late post

Building a Healthier Community Together

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Site Visit! It was a great opportunity to share our progress, highlight our partnerships, and hear your thoughtful feedback.

We reviewed community priorities identified through the CHIP process, including housing and behavioral health, which will continue to help guide our work moving forward.

A special thanks to Lorenza Ortega for successfully planning this site visit and to the rest of the team.

Finally, thank you to everyone who continues to share their time, ideas, and commitment to building a healthier community!

09/02/2026

Did you know that after menopause, carrying extra weight increases your risk of breast cancer?
Regular physical activity + maintaining a healthy weight = reduced risk of breast cancer. Small daily choices can make a big difference. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/risk-factors/obesity.html -how-to-lower-your-risk

¿Sabías que después de la menopausia, tener un peso adicional puede aumentar el riesgo de cáncer de mama?
La actividad física regular y cuidar tu peso son pasos importantes para cuidar tu salud y reducir el riesgo de cáncer de mama. Pequeñas decisiones todos los días pueden marcar una gran diferencia. Obtén más información: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/risk-factors/obesity.html -how-to-lower-your-risk

Being overweight or having obesity increases your risk of getting cancer.

08/11/2026

MHTF at Ciclovía!
We were proud to join this community event, creating a car-free space where families can bike, walk, move, and enjoy the outdoors together.

Let’s keep Lawrence moving!

¡MHTF en Ciclovía!
Nos enorgulleció participar en este evento comunitario, creando un espacio libre de automóviles donde las familias pueden andar en bicicleta, caminar, mantenerse activas y disfrutar juntas del aire libre.
¡Sigamos manteniendo a Lawrence en movimiento!

08/03/2026

Welcome, August!
August is National Breastfeeding Month!
The Mayor's Health Task Force, through the Lawrence REACH Project, is working to strengthen breastfeeding continuity of care by advancing systems and policy changes that help local employers create breastfeeding-friendly workplaces. Together, we're building a community where families have the support they need to meet their breastfeeding goals - at home, in healthcare settings, and at work. Are you a Lawrence employer? We'd love to connect! Contact us to learn how your workplace can support breastfeeding employees.

If you're planning your return to work after having a baby, you may be wondering how you continue feeding your baby breastmilk. Take these steps to help make the transition smoother for you and your baby:

Learn more about returning to work and breastfeeding.

07/08/2026

We had a great time visiting the farmers market today and connecting with community members about the benefits of shopping local.

If you receive SNAP/EBT benefits, don't forget to use your card at participating farmers markets to take advantage of your Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) dollars. It's a great way to bring home fresh fruits and vegetable!

¡Nos encantó visitar el mercado de agricultores hoy y compartir con nuestra comunidad los beneficios de comprar productos locales y frescos!

Si recibe beneficios de SNAP/EBT, no olvide usar su tarjeta en los mercados de agricultores participantes para aprovechar sus dólares del Programa de Incentivos Saludables (HIP). Es una excelente manera de llevar a casa frutas y verduras frescas mientras apoya a los agricultores locales.