Today is Giving Tuesday!

Join us for a magical first look at Holidays at Gresham tonight from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Drive through over one million lights, see Santa & Mrs. Claus, and feel the joy of the season, all while supporting a cause that changes lives.

Your gift today helps build a Therapeutic Walking Path at the Suzanne Gresham Center, a safe space where children can heal, grow, and find peace.

Donate now and help light the path to healing: https://donate.meridianhs.org/campaigns/pathway-to-healing/
Donations of $50 or more will be honored on the path!

Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday and our FIRST LOOK for Holidays at Gresham!

Join us on Giving Tuesday, Dec. 2 (6–9p.m.) for an exclusive drive-through of over one million lights, festive displays like Candyland, and a visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus.

This special night kicks off our fundraiser to build a therapeutic walking path for children’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Donate $50+ to have your name honored on the path
Every donation enters you to win a $100 gift card
Learn more or donate: www.Holidays.MeridianHS.org

Health Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday

The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, to celebrate life, to be grateful, and to reflect on what’s important. They are also a time to appreciate – and safeguard – the gift of health.

Tip #8: Prevent Injuries

Injuries can happen anywhere, and many occur around holidays. Take these steps to avoid common injuries:

Use step stools instead of climbing on furniture when hanging decorations.
Leave fireworks to the professionals.

Wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or skateboarding to help prevent head injuries.
Prevent chain saw injuries by wearing proper protective clothing and glasses.

Always operate, adjust, and maintain chain saws according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Most residential fires occur during the winter months. Keep candles away from children, pets, walkways, trees, and curtains. Never leave fireplaces, stoves, or candles unattended.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is 100% preventable. Don’t use generators, grills, or other gasoline or charcoal-burning devices inside your home or garage.

Brighten the holidays by making your health and safety a priority. These tips will help keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy—and ready to enjoy the holidays.

Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Health Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday

The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, to celebrate life, to be grateful, and to reflect on what’s important. They are also a time to appreciate – and safeguard – the gift of health.

Tip #7: Travel Safety

Winter storms and cold temperatures can be dangerous. Stay safe and healthy this winter by planning ahead. Whether you’re traveling across town or around the world, ensure that your trip is safe:

Get your car ready for cold weather before winter arrives.

Don’t drink and drive – and don’t let others drive when they’ve been drinking.

Wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or skateboarding to help prevent head injuries.
Wear a seat belt every time you drive or ride in a motor vehicle, and always buckle your child in the car using a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt appropriate for their weight, height, and age.

Before traveling abroad, check out health and safety risks at your destination. Don’t forget to get needed vaccinations at least 4 to 6 weeks before you leave to ensure protection by the time you travel.

Anyone traveling more than four hours, whether by air, car, bus, or train, can be at risk for blood clots. Blood clots can form in your legs during travel because you are sitting still in a confined space for long periods of time. Protect yourself during the holiday travel season by moving your legs frequently, know the symptoms of blood clots and when to get help and if you are at risk for blood clots talk to your doctor.

Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Health Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday

The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, to celebrate life, to be grateful, and to reflect on what’s important. They are also a time to appreciate – and safeguard – the gift of health.

Tip #6: Cope with Stress

Everyone—adults, teens, and even children—experiences stress from time to time. Feeling emotional and nervous or having trouble sleeping and eating can all be normal reactions to stress. Learning healthy ways to cope with stress and getting the right care and support can help reduce stressful feelings and symptoms.

Learning to cope in a healthy way can help reduce your stress. Taking small steps in your daily life to manage stress can have a big impact. Everyone manages stress differently. You can find and manage what triggers your stress and the right combination of healthy techniques that work for you. Learn more about healthy ways to cope with stress at: https://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/living-with/index.html

Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Experience the Magic of Holidays at Gresham!

We’re kicking off the season with an exclusive FIRST LOOK on Giving Tuesday, December 2, from 6–9 PM!

Drive through over one million dazzling lights
Explore festive displays like Candyland
Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus
Enjoy the sounds of Christmas music

This special evening launches our annual fundraising efforts for the Suzanne Gresham Center and Child Advocacy Center. Your donations will help create a therapeutic walking path, a safe space designed to support children’s emotional and mental well-being through movement, reflection, and connection.

Donate $50 or more to have your name honored on the path
Every donation enters you to win a $100 gift card (drawings each weekend!)

While donations aren’t required to attend, they help light the path to healing for children in our community.

Learn more or donate online: www.Holidays.MeridianHS.org

Presented by: Indiana Michigan Power Foundation