Newton’s Health & Human Services Department is hosting several free community flu clinics. Regular and high-dose (65+) vaccines will be available. Visit our website to schedule an appointment:
September 23rd is International Day of Sign Languages! Today we celebrate sign languages and recognize their importance in communication, accessibility, inclusion, and Deaf culture. Help raise awareness and support the linguistic rights of Deaf people worldwide.
September is Deaf Awareness Month! Help make meetings more inclusive by sharing agendas in advance, using visual cues, supporting interpreters, correcting caption errors, and sharing notes or recordings afterward. Small steps can improve communication and accessibility.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month! Emergencies can happen anytime, so take steps now to be ready. Make a plan, build an emergency kit, stay informed, and make sure everyone in your household knows what to do. To build a kit, visit:
National Recovery Month is a time to celebrate recovery, promote hope, and remind everyone that treatment works and recovery is possible. Together, we can reduce stigma and support those on their recovery journey. Learn more: