Walk to End Alzheimer’s

About Walk to End Alzheimer’s Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease! When […]

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Sheridan County Health and Wellness Fair

Posted on August 28, 2017 Theme: Be Strong, Be Healthy, Be Happy Date: Saturday, September 16, 2017 Time: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Location: Sheridan County Civic Center, Plentywood, Montana Goal: Their goal is to have a fun, engaging way to get individuals thinking about their emotional, spiritual, physical and mental health. They hope the […]

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Beaverhead Trails Coalition

The BTC is a local, grassroots coalition that formed in 2009 by community members wishing to make a difference. Their story: Beaverhead Trails Coalition is comprised of people across the community who saw the need to create more safe, fun and healthy opportunities locally. They realized this vision included creating a trail system in the […]

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LIVESTRONG

Posted on August 28th, 2017 LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA This FREE twelve-week, small group program is designed specifically for cancer survivors. Their certified LIVESTRONG® trainers will help participants build muscle and strength, increase flexibility and endurance and improve overall functional ability. Their goal is to help reduce the severity of therapy side effects, prevent unwanted […]

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Mineral County Hospital Hikers

Hiking groups exist throughout Montana and sport a variety of distinctions. The Hospital Hikers sprouted out of Mineral County Hospital’s community health awareness program as a way to encourage people to exercise.From novice to expert, the Mineral County Hospital Hikers are a group for every age. Short hikes (2-4 miles Round Trip) to long hikes (15+ […]

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Malta Trails

Malta Trails has been promoting healthy lifestyles and fitness in Phillips County since 2010. The Malta Trails mission statement is ‘Creating a healthy community, one trail at a time.’ In 2011, the first trail was completed with all materials, equipment, and labor donated by the community. Located in Trafton Park, the Trafton Trail connects Trafton Park […]

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My Neighbor in Need

Since its beginning on March 20, 2012, My Neighbor in Need has grown from a one volunteer, Limited Liability Company to a Montana Nonprofit Corporation with 501(c)(3) approval. They have a Board of Directors and the organization has several staff members including the Executive Director.  My Neighbor in Need just celebrated 5 years of helping […]

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Powell County Literacy Program

The Powell County Literacy Program is located in Deer Lodge, MT. The Literacy Program believes that every person has purpose, value, and potential. The Powell County Literacy Program provides free instruction to adults and out of school youth to improve their basic skills, attain the High School Equivalency Diploma, transition to post-secondary education, and/or improve […]

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Sheridan Memorial Activities Department

The main purpose and function of the Activity Department is to provide an on-going program of activities designed to meet the interests and physical, mental and psycho-social well-being of each resident. The activities are planned and carried out daily for both group and individual participation that maintain and enhance each residents quality of life. The […]

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Spirit of Service 2017

Rocky Mountain Development Council, Inc. (RMDC) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) Human Resource Development Council. They have been working in south-central Montana since 1965 and are part of a network of ten such organizations in Montana and 1,000 Community Action Agencies around the nation. Their mission at Rocky Mountain Development Council, Inc. is to strive to […]

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Red Thumb Day

May 11th, 2017 was Red Thumb Day! Choteau Students  in Teton County visited their community to help reduce traffic casualties by encouraging as many people as possible to stop using their mobile phones while driving.  A lot of research shows that using a hand-held or hands-free mobile phone while driving is a significant distraction, and greatly […]

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Run for Trails

Run for Trails is in the process of becoming a 501(c)3 organization to promote the creation of trails in the Plentywood area for walking, running, and bicycling. The purpose of these trails is safe recreation while improving community health. There are many different ways for Run for Trails to go about this venture. One process […]

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