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ASO WEBSITE REDESIGN: In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, the Autism Society of Ohio is launching its completely redesigned website,

autismohio.org. The redesigned website offers information on society programs, advocacy efforts, and resources for individuals and families affected by autism.

DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION: The Trumbull-Mahoning Diversity Equity and Inclusion Collaborative, formed by the Mental Health and Recovery Boards of Mahoning and Trumbull County, will meet at 1 p.m. Friday, at Direction Home of Northeast Ohio, 1030 N. Meridian Road, Youngstown. A virtual option id available, the link for which can be found at www.trumbullmhrb.org or mahon

ingcountyoh.gov.

TCMHRB SURVEY: The Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board is asking community members to provide their perspective on addiction through a survey found on their website, www.TrumbullMHRB.org. The survey, to gain understanding about addiction as part of the Anti-Stigma Initiative, is part of a partnership between the Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board, the ASAP Coalition and Addiction Policy Forum. The groups are looking to gain a better understanding of the attitudes and knowledge people have about addiction as part of a nationwide Anti-Stigma Initiative.

GRIEFSHARE: GriefShare Session 8: Grief and Your Household, will be 4 to 6 p.m. April 28, at Life Church Family Life Center classroom No. 2, 610 S. Leavitt Road, Leavittsburg.

For more information, call Life Church at 330-898-1131 or visit www.GriefShare.org.

TCMHRB APRIL: Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board has scheduled the following meetings in April. Join meetings by Zoom at https://www.

trumbullmhrb.org/mhrb_boardb.html under the meeting calendar tab.

• Today: Recovery House Operators Meeting, 1 p.m. Join Zoom meeting.

• Wednesday: Funding Resources Meeting, 8:30 a.m. Join Zoom meeting.

• Thursday: FCFC Executive Board Meeting, 8:30 a.m., TMHA First Floor- Conference Room A. Join my meeting https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/798007717 Or Dial In (408) 650-3123 Access Code: 798-007-717.

• Friday: Unmute the Uncomfortable, 8 a.m. Registration is required. Symposium on Racial Equity, Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention at the Eastwood Event Center Niles.

MOBILE MAMMOGRAMS: Mercy Health - Youngstown announced the following mobile mammography screening dates in April:

• Today: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Howland Primary Care, 1932 Niles Cortland Road.

• Thursday: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Vienna Primary Care, 341 Youngstown Kingsville Road, Vienna.

• April 30: 8:15 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ohio State Penitentiary, 878 Coltsville-Hubbard Road, Youngstown.

ST. JOE'S AT THE MALL: St. Joe's at Eastwood Mall regular hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. All classes are open to anyone with a St. Joe's at the Mall membership. Screenings and programs are open to the public. Call 330-652-7542 for information or an appointment.

• Free blood pressure screenings, 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

• Free nutritional assessment with a dietitian on Fridays by appointment only.

• Fitness classes and programs are by registration only. Call 330-652-7542 to register. Strong People gym membership monthly fee $25 by appointment initially with an exercise physiologist. St. Joe's at the Mall is a SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, and Renew Active site.

• Today: Car Seat Class, 2 to 3 p.m. TCCHD. Must register. 330-675-2489.

• Wednesday: Hearing Screenings by appointment, 1 to 3 p.m. Call St. Joe's at the Mall.

• Thursday: Free living wills and durable power of attorney for health care, 1 to 4 p.m. Completed this day and notarized with help from Palliative Care staff. Walk in.

• Thursday: Peripheral Vascular Disease Screening, 1 to 4 p.m. Nurse will measure blood flow to the legs by doing an Ankle Brachial Index. By appointment only.

SUPPORT GROUP TO MEET: Parkinson's Disease Support Group will meet 6 p.m. Thursday, at Champion Christian Church, 151 Center St. W., Warren. Caregivers and family members also welcome.

For more information, contact psg.neoh@gmail.com or call the church office at 330-847-0785.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY: Celebrate Recovery support group for those recovering from addiction or any mental health issue, meets 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at 6779 Belmont Ave., Girard.

TOPS MEETS: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) OH 1353, Leavittsburg, meets at 6 p.m. every Monday at First Community Church, 4640 W. Market St., Leavittsburg. Weigh-in is at 5:30 p.m. For information, call 330-219-3370.

NAR-ANON GROUP TO MEET: NAR-ANON Family Group meeting will be 7 p.m. Wednesdays in Girard. NAR-ANON was established to give support and hope to those who have a friend or loved one suffering from addiction. For more information, call 330-770-4576.

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