Community & Events
Saving lives is the top priority of every healthcare organization. But how the organization improves the health of the community it serves is an indication of its value to that community; and in South Florida, no one does more to keep you healthy than Jackson Health System.
Overview
At Jackson Health System, our commitment to community begins with our mission: to provide a single, high standard of quality care for the residents of Miami-Dade County.
We believe strong communities begin with the well-being of everyone who resides in them. That’s why we partner with dozens of organizations throughout the year to promote healthier lifestyles and encourage individuals to make positive health choices.
Upcoming Events
On Sunday, October 10, World Mental Health Day, Jackson Health Foundation invites our entire community to an inaugural outdoor family friendly festival as we raise awareness of mental health issues and support those that are affected by mental health. Funds raised will benefit the programs and services of Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital.
Enjoy an educational village from our experts, a nutrition village with samples of foods that can help boost mental health, a kids village and a main stage where you can participate in yoga, meditation, and exercise sessions. Enjoy a leisure walk along Biscayne Bay with your family, friends and co-workers showing support and awareness around mental health. Join us at Margaret Pace Park, 1745 N Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33132. You can register a team to help fundraise or register for $25 and receive a t-shirt and goodie bag.
Upcoming Events
On Sunday, October 10, World Mental Health Day, Jackson Health Foundation invites our entire community to an inaugural outdoor family friendly festival as we raise awareness of mental health issues and support those that are affected by mental health. Funds raised will benefit the programs and services of Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital.
Enjoy an educational village from our experts, a nutrition village with samples of foods that can help boost mental health, a kids village and a main stage where you can participate in yoga, meditation, and exercise sessions. Enjoy a leisure walk along Biscayne Bay with your family, friends and co-workers showing support and awareness around mental health. Join us at Margaret Pace Park, 1745 N Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33132. You can register a team to help fundraise or register for $25 and receive a t-shirt and goodie bag.
Upcoming Parental Guidance Webinars
[PG] Parental Guidance Virtual Series
From the creators of the popular Summer To School Virtual Series comes a new series. We’re excited to present Parental Guidance. Join us as we continue to host family-friendly seminars (always G-rated) to bring health experts and expert parents together to produce epic kids.
Thursday, October 14
Parental Guidance: Effective Discipline
8 to 9 p.m.
Establishing effective discipline as a parent can seem daunting and might leave parents wondering if they are doing it right. Does the punishment fit the crime? Learn constructive ways to not only manage misbehavior but also reinforce good behavior. Speak with our experts about the best ways to handle tantrums, boundaries, consequences and more.
Thursday, October 28
Parental Guidance: Halloween Safety
8 to 9 p.m.
Halloween is one of the most exciting holidays of the year for kids, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. Learn the safety tips and tricks that will make this Halloween frightfully fun as opposed to frightful.
Thursday, November 18
Parental Guidance: Common Respiratory Infections
8 to 9 p.m.
As flu season blends into cold season in the time of COVID, parents may be extra anxious as they try to protect their children. From simple ways to avoid a cold to more complex questions—such as determining what ailment your child may have or when there is a need for antibiotics and other medications—learn how to navigate this perfect storm of common respiratory infections.
Thursday, December 9
Parental Guidance: Connecting With Your Child Through Playtime
8 to 9 p.m.
Playtime can be a perfect time to connect with your child and a great way to help them to develop. Get expert advice on how to set up playtime, and the best toys to use based on your child’s developmental age, in order to promote positive attention skills and bring out the best in both you and your child.
Previous Events
Upcoming Parental Guidance Webinars
[PG] Parental Guidance Virtual Series
From the creators of the popular Summer To School Virtual Series comes a new series. We’re excited to present Parental Guidance. Join us as we continue to host family-friendly seminars (always G-rated) to bring health experts and expert parents together to produce epic kids.
Thursday, October 14
Parental Guidance: Effective Discipline
8 to 9 p.m.
Establishing effective discipline as a parent can seem daunting and might leave parents wondering if they are doing it right. Does the punishment fit the crime? Learn constructive ways to not only manage misbehavior but also reinforce good behavior. Speak with our experts about the best ways to handle tantrums, boundaries, consequences and more.
Thursday, October 28
Parental Guidance: Halloween Safety
8 to 9 p.m.
Halloween is one of the most exciting holidays of the year for kids, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. Learn the safety tips and tricks that will make this Halloween frightfully fun as opposed to frightful.
Thursday, November 18
Parental Guidance: Common Respiratory Infections
8 to 9 p.m.
As flu season blends into cold season in the time of COVID, parents may be extra anxious as they try to protect their children. From simple ways to avoid a cold to more complex questions—such as determining what ailment your child may have or when there is a need for antibiotics and other medications—learn how to navigate this perfect storm of common respiratory infections.
Thursday, December 9
Parental Guidance: Connecting With Your Child Through Playtime
8 to 9 p.m.
Playtime can be a perfect time to connect with your child and a great way to help them to develop. Get expert advice on how to set up playtime, and the best toys to use based on your child’s developmental age, in order to promote positive attention skills and bring out the best in both you and your child.
Previous Events
Thursday, September 30
Parental Guidance: High Risk Pregnancies
Pregnancy is nothing short of a miracle. But, sometimes, you or your baby might require extra care. Many factors can lead to a pregnancy being classified as high-risk, which can put you or your baby at increased risk of health problems before, during or after delivery. Learn how you can prepare to take care of your baby and yourself, both medically and emotionally, during this process.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, September 2
Parental Guidance: Dogs & Toddlers: Safety + Expectations
Everyone tells you to supervise your dogs and kids together, but what does that actually mean? Learn what you need to know to keep your kids safe around the family dog, where to go in case of an injury, and equip yourself with the tools to keep both you and your dog comfortable around their human sibling.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, August 12
Parental Guidance: COVID Vaccine, Kids and Back To School
Many parents who eagerly lined up to get the COVID-19 vaccine still have questions about getting their children vaccinated. Learn about the safety and effectiveness of the COVID vaccine for our kids, what herd immunity is, and how that will impact your child’s return to in-person schooling and activities in the fall.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, July 22
Parental Guidance: COVID, los niños, y el regreso a la escuela
Muchos padres que entusiasmadamente inscribieron a sus hijos para recibir la vacuna contra el COVID-19 todavía tienen preguntas sobre la vacuna. Aprenda sobre la seguridad y eficacia de la vacuna en nuestros niños, qué significa la inmunidad colectiva y cómo afectará el regreso de sus hijos a la escuela este otoño.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, July 8
Parental Guidance: Summer and Water Safety
Drownings are the second leading cause of preventable death in kids through the age of 15. With summer fast approaching, chances are your family will be near water in the coming months. Tune in as we discuss the most important water safety tips so you don’t land in deep water this summer.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, June 24
Parental Guidance: COVID Vaccine and Pregnancy
Wondering whether the COVID-19 vaccine will impact your ability to safely get pregnant? From potential side effects to its safety and efficacy, get up to date information on the COVID vaccine, whether you are pregnant, looking to get pregnant or breastfeeding.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, June 10
Parental Guidance: Gender and Identity
Assigned gender and true gender identity don’t always match up. Parenting a gender-diverse child or teenager can leave parents with many questions and concerns. Tune in as our panel of physicians discusses the spectrum of gender identity and provides guidance on how to help your child and your family navigate their own identity.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, May 20
Parental Guidance: Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies
Adapting to the new world of parenthood starts well before the birth of your child and continues well after delivery. From preparing for pregnancy to caring for a newborn, tune in for tips from our expert physicians on how to navigate each stage of this process.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, May 6
Parental Guidance: Sex Education
Talking to your kids about sex can be overwhelming; however, there are many ways you can begin building a better foundation for sex education—from teaching your children about basic human anatomy to answering curious questions like “where do babies come from?”. Learn about when you should begin having these important conversations, and how to go about having them.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, April 22
Parental Guidance: Depression in Children
Depression can affect anyone, including children as young as age 3. It can often go undiagnosed and untreated because symptoms are passed off as normal emotional and psychological changes. Learn what depression looks like in children and what treatments are available.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Baby Noises
Hiccupping, sneezing, irregular breathing— when you are a new parent, the sounds your baby makes can be panic-inducing. Learn when your baby is trying to tell you something and when they are just making “baby noises”.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Sibling Rivalry
As long as there is more than one child in your house, there is bound to be some sibling conflict. From jealousy and fighting to facilitating better communication between your kids, learn how to encourage healthy sibling relationships and better your individual relationships with each of them.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Nutrition For Kids, Part 2
Back by popular demand, our Nutrition webinar is returning with more delicious topics, nutrition myths, and snacking tips for you to sink your teeth into.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Managing Grief and Loss
2020 was tough on adults and kids alike. Beyond the fear of the pandemic was the reality that many of us lost loved ones to it. Join us as we discuss ways to help your kid manage loss— from the loss of a loved one to the loss of a pet— and moments of grief, such as dealing with divorce.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
COVID Vaccine and Other Vaccine Preventable Diseases
Kids’ immune systems are more vulnerable to illness and disease, and vaccination schedules are scientifically designed by top infectious disease experts and doctors with this in mind. Tune in to learn about these vaccine-preventable diseases and learn what impact COVID and the current vaccines will have on your child’s vaccination plan.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, December 3, 2020
COVID + Holiday Safety
8 p.m.
The holidays are a time to gather, but with COVID in play, this may be a challenge. Tune in as our expert speakers guide you and your loved ones through a safe holiday season.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, November 12, 2020
Preconception Care— Preparing for Pregnancy
8 p.m.
September 9 is the most common birth date on the planet. Count back nine months and you arrive at the most common months for conception—November to January. Join us on this Parental Guidance episode as we guide you on becoming parents. Listen in as we discuss the importance of preconception health, and get all your questions about how to prepare for a healthy pregnancy answered by our expert panelists.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, October 29 , 2020
What COVID Means For Flu Season
8 p.m.
Flu season has arrived – and now is the time for you to plan how to protect yourself and your loved ones from this serious, highly contagious illness. Learn some basic flu facts as well as how COVID will impact this year’s flu season. For some, the flu can can be life-threatening. Tune in and hear fellow mom, Judith Ferrer, speak about how she found this out firsthand when a case of the flu landed her six-year-old daughter, Victoria, in critical care.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, October 15, 2020
COVID and Back To School Worries
8 to 9 p.m.
As schools transition back to in-person learning, you and your kids may be facing some anxiety. Tune in for a discussion on back-to-school worries as we approach a new kind of school year in this “new normal”.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, September 24, 2020
Navigating COVID on the Autism Spectrum
8 to 9 p.m.
Adjusting to life during a pandemic is stressful for everyone, but especially for families with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Join us as we explore ways to guard against and cope during COVID, and learn what Jackson is doing to support patients with ASD during these trying times.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, September 3, 2020
Nutrition For Kids
8 to 9 p.m.
Lunch is served! Join us as we break down some nutrition myths, provide snacking tips, and equip parents with the information they need to not feel overwhelmed in the school lunch department.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Back To School Health Checklist
8 to 9 p.m.
Notebooks? Check. Highlighters? Check. Vaccines? Join us as we provide parents a walkthrough of the items they need on their back-to-school HEALTH checklist.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Sports Injury Prevention + Social Distancing
8 to 9 p.m.
Keeping your young athletes in the game? Listen in as we provide some sports-related, social distancing safety tips, along with expert advice on how to prevent sports injuries.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room: When to Go Where
8 to 9 p.m.
We all know that accidents happen. Having knowledge of first aid skills in those emergency situations can make a real difference. It is also important to know where you should go for the appropriate medical care. Join us to learn basic first aid and the difference between an urgent care center and an emergency room so that you and your family can be better prepared when life doesn’t go exactly as planned.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
View when to visit an ER vs. UCC.
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Poison Prevention
8 to 9 p.m.
With parents trying to disinfect their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, and with kids indoors more often, accidental poisonings are on the rise in 2020. For some common products, the regional poison control center at Jackson has noted more than double the poisonings seen in 2019. Join us as we discuss the potential dangers in your home and ways you can protect yourself and your family from accidental poisonings.
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
Summer Safety
8 to 9 p.m.
Summer has just begun and we are ready to help you make the most of it. Join us as we discuss topics from pool and beach safety to bicycle and fireworks safety— all the tips to help make your summer safe and fun!
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
View Burn Safety Tips.
View Summer Safety Tips.
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Summer Camp + Overview of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome
Help us kick off the Summer To School series with a timely discussion on summer camp safety and COVID 19 tips for kids and families, as well as information on Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS C).
To view a recording of this webinar, click here.
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Outreach
Committed to improving health in Miami-Dade County’s diverse communities, Jackson Health System provides an array of services through its community outreach team, including:
- Health Screenings
- Health Fairs
- Health Awareness & Education
- Speaking Engagements
- Injury Prevention, Presentations, and Demonstrations
Outreach Event Request
Our community outreach team plays a major role in the community throughout the year. Our staff is available to meet with your organization to discuss the wide array of services that we can feature at your next event. Whether it’s providing literature about our services and programs, performing screenings, or facilitating a seminar or presentation, our team is ready to partner with you and support your efforts.
A successful event is the result of organized planning, consistent communication, and mutual support.
Are you planning a festival, fair, holiday celebration, fundraiser, conference or community event? If your organization and/or agency would like to have representatives from Jackson Health System at your next event, please click on the button below to fill out the form and someone will contact you within five business days.
Outreach
Committed to improving health in Miami-Dade County’s diverse communities, Jackson Health System provides an array of services through its community outreach team, including:
- Health Screenings
- Health Fairs
- Health Awareness & Education
- Speaking Engagements
- Injury Prevention, Presentations, and Demonstrations
Outreach Event Request
Our community outreach team plays a major role in the community throughout the year. Our staff is available to meet with your organization to discuss the wide array of services that we can feature at your next event. Whether it’s providing literature about our services and programs, performing screenings, or facilitating a seminar or presentation, our team is ready to partner with you and support your efforts.
A successful event is the result of organized planning, consistent communication, and mutual support.
Are you planning a festival, fair, holiday celebration, fundraiser, conference or community event? If your organization and/or agency would like to have representatives from Jackson Health System at your next event, please click on the button below to fill out the form and someone will contact you within five business days.
Community Health Needs Assessment
Like all not-for-profit hospital systems, Jackson is required to conduct a community health needs assessment every three years.
Read Our Latest Report Assessment Highlights Implementation Plan
Community Health Needs Assessment
Like all not-for-profit hospital systems, Jackson is required to conduct a community health needs assessment every three years.
Read Our Latest Report Assessment Highlights Implementation Plan
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