Unity Bands Inc.

Congratulations to Maya, our intern at UVA, for receiving our volunteer of the month recognition for her exceptional service this summer. Maya's research led to the booking of two excellent speakers for our speaker series. Maya also consulted on marketing techniques and how to socialize important credible public health information to at-risk communities. She now serves as our Research Committee Chair leading two people and advancing our efforts with the speaker series and partnerships.

Two Speakers Are Better Than One We are excited to have Caroline Williams, PT, DPT, MSG and Keila Strick, PT, DPT, CSCS (photos above) for Speaker Series XIII. The talk is entitled, "Active Inclusion: Exercise Accessibility for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental American Public Health Association

Join us for a memorable afternoon of live music with Nora Conlon, delicious food, drinks, fun games, and an unbeatable atmosphere! All in support of our healthcare heroes in need. #supporthealthcareworkers

We're excited to have Dr. Jason Heavner, Associate Chief Medical Officer, join us. "Long COVID" Dr. Heavner was the Chair of Baltimore Washington Medical Center's (BWMC) Critical Care and Pulmonary Department during COVID-19. His team’s innovation and expertise resulted in the hospital having exceptional COVID outcomes—outcomes that rivaled national standards. He is intimately involved with BWMC's Long COVID patient group.

We'll have a "band stand" at the Baltimore Washington Medical Center Annual Golf Tournament on May 1st. Pre-order your custom golf balls today. Leave a comment below. $10 for a 3-pack. $37 for a box of 12. University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center

We are thrilled to welcome to our Board of Directors, Rahul from Severna Park, Maryland! "I have joined Unity Bands' board, driven by a heartfelt commitment to uplift low-income healthcare workers and amplify their voices. Together, we strive to offer essential support, raise awareness, and stand as unwavering advocates for those who dedicate their lives to caring for others."

In February, Art with a Heart launched an exciting project in partnership with the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center and BWMC Foundation. The collaborative effort will create a permanent mural for the hospital's atrium that honors the sacrifice, strength and resilience of BWMC team members during the COVID-19 pandemic. On February 22nd, hospital team members and patient survivors were joined by BWMC Foundation Board Members, UM BWMC Board Members, Next Generation committee members, and donors to kickoff the workshops. Unity Bands was honored to participate we look forward to the mural unveiling! #Baltimore #nonprofitwork #unitybands

We were able to attend a Townhall with Maryland Senator Ben Cardin yesterday and ask what he sees as the biggest challenge with getting good public health information to at risk-communities. Senator Cardin applauded Maryland as the strongest state with access to healthcare and a model. He admitted that it is an expensive healthcare system and requires a level of sophistication to maneuver it. Senator Cardin also highlighted life expectancy gaps in areas such as Baltimore, where in some areas there is a 20-year gap due to factors such as socio-economic status. Thank you Maryland Nonprofits for hosting the Townhall! 💫

We just put together an incredible lineup for this year. Connection information to follow as we get closer to March 25th. #supporthealthcareworkers #nonprofit #hopefightunity

Join us at unitybands.org/optin.  #SupportHealthcareWorkers #UnityBand #Gratitude" Hope these help! I can also send over more ideas if you feel like these don't fit as well.