Health Education Council

High school juniors and seniors: earn a stipend while exploring your career interests and future goals.

Health Education Council is offering a 7-week career readiness program for students living in or attending school in select Sacramento County zip codes. Participants will build resumes, practice interview skills, hear from guest speakers, learn budgeting and conflict resolution skills, and explore career paths. Attend all program sessions to earn a $300 stipend.

📍 HEC Office — 7617 Alma Vista Way, Sacramento, CA 95831
🗓 Thursdays, June 18 – July 30, 2026
⏰ 1 PM – 3 PM

Apply - https://bit.ly/hec-career-ready

Drop by the Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center tomorrow (Weds, 6/3) for our bi-weekly food distribution!

Just drive or walk up; we’ll gather a little basic info and provide free, healthy food for you and your family. We also invite you to pick up health and wellness resources that are available in multiple languages.

📍 7833 Center Pkwy, Sacramento, CA 95823
📆 Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday
⏰ 3:30–5:30 PM

Come through and spread the word — we can’t wait to see you!

When was the last time you gave yourself permission to pause?

Small business ownership often means carrying constant pressure, decision-making, and stress—all while trying to keep everything moving forward.

Our upcoming FREE wellness webinar on June 3 was created to help entrepreneurs take a step back, reset, and build healthier, more sustainable habits for both life and business.

During this interactive 90-minute session, participants will explore practical strategies for:
✔️ Reducing stress
✔️ Reconnecting with purpose
✔️ Improving resilience and balance
✔️ Building a more sustainable business mindset

✨ The first 25 registrants may also receive a FREE executive coaching session with Jim Tabuchi. Take 90 minutes for yourself.

📅 June 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
💻 Virtual via Zoom

🔗 Register here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ApLp2RvNQbCvtVjhzgW5fA

Sharing the importance of physical activity and healthy living with residents at the Community Health & Wellness Fair!

HEC joined Anthem and Robinson Taekwondo for free taekwondo activities for youth and health resources for families. We appreciated seeing so many residents engaged, active, and connected to valuable community resources.

Thank you to everyone who came out and made the event a success!

✨ Join us tomorrow (Sunday) for our weekly walking group in Meadowview!

Our Walking Program + Farmers Market Voucher Program is in full swing—and turnout has been amazing.

In partnership with Alchemist CDC, Walk With Friends (WWF) hosts a weekly community walk where you can get moving, meet neighbors, and earn a FREE $25 farmers market voucher.

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📍 Meadowview Light Rail Station
3501 Meadowview Rd, Sacramento
🕘 Sunday | 9:00–10:00 AM (Check in begins @ 9, Walking starts @ 9:30)

Stronger families start with healthier communities!

Join Robinson's Taekwondo, Anthem, and HEC on Saturday, May 30th for the Free Community Health & Wellness Fair.

6840 Watt Avenue | 10AM–2PM

Enjoy fun activities, wellness resources, family support services, health information, and more, all designed to help you and your loved ones live healthier, safer, and stronger lives.

✨ Free community event
✨ Family-friendly activities
✨ Health & wellness resources
✨ Fun, information & connection

Bring the whole family and spend the day investing in your health and future!

Kickstart Your Career Explore Sierra College today!

If you’re ready to build a career, Sierra College is a great place to start. With 21 career and technical training programs aligned to real local job demand, you’ll gain the skills employers are actively looking for.

From Information Technology and Building Industries to Business Administration and more, you’ll receive the training and education designed to connect you directly with local industries and help you start strong.

Creativity, connection, and community!

We’re off to a wonderful start with our “Ribbons and Smiles” workshop series, with a full room of participants learning how to create beautiful ribbon flowers while building new friendships and sharing smiles along the way.

There’s still time to join us for our FREE upcoming classes:
📅 June 9, 16, & 23
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 HEC Office: 7617 Alma Vista Way, Sacramento, CA 95831

Come get creative and connect with others.

Nearly 10 years of advancing mental health and community well-being. 💙

Our Social Connections team was proud to share our MSVS outcomes at the California Reducing Disparities Project (CRDP) Annual Convening alongside organizations and community leaders committed to improving mental health outcomes and advancing health equity across California.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to reflect on this work, celebrate the progress made, and connect with others dedicated to building healthier, more connected communities.