July 10, 2012
by Lizzy Appleby My name is Lizzy Appleby, and I am Calvary’s Health and Wellness Intern! For a little background, I’m originally from just north of Chicago, and next year I will be a senior at…
July 6, 2012
This recent D.C. heat wave puts people who are homeless at risk: http://huff.to/MXDWiZ. Tips on staying healthy in extreme temperatures: http://bit.ly/LKttne Helpful summary of the ways the Affordable…
June 29, 2012
With housing scarce in DC, homeless families must make tough decisions: http://wapo.st/NsjHHN How this week’s ruling on the Affordable Care Act will keep Americans healthier: http://wapo.st/NX7…
June 26, 2012
Calvary and Delta Sigma Theta before the race by Katie Bolton On Saturday morning, over 130 men and women of all ages gathered at the Anacostia Park pavilion for a 5k to benefit the Delta Sigma Theta…
June 22, 2012
It’s hot out there – so hot that D.C. issued a hyperthermia alert this week. Here’s what you need to know: http://bit.ly/MtZmlU … And here’s a link to DC’s list of cooling centers…
June 19, 2012
By Katie Bolton You’re ready, right? By now, your training is done. You’re fit. You’re fast. The only thing between you and that finish line is a very surmountable 3.1-mile course. T…
June 15, 2012
New report shows that three-quarters of “millennials” (ages 20-35) gave to a nonprofit organization last year. More interesting facts in this study: http://bit.ly/MvvlE6 “The last day of school…
June 12, 2012
by Katie Bolton Each week, I am more excited about Delta Sigma Theta 5K Run/Walk on June 23. This week I’m pumped about the location in Anacostia Waterfront Park. Highly-accessible and just blocks…
June 8, 2012
Inspirational story about a student overcoming the challenges of being homeless to go on to college at Harvard: http://bit.ly/Nke5Uc UNICEF reports that the US has the second-highest rate of childhoo…