Working on Wellness

in Hidalgo & Starr Counties, Texas

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Binational Health Council (SMAC)

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The Binational Health Council (SMAC) will be holding their annual conference on Friday, October 10, 2014, from 8AM to 5PM at the Multi-Purpose Center in Rio Grande City, Tx. Health professionals from the United States and Mexico will come together to provide information on health issues affecting residents on both sides of the border.

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W.O.W. Coalition

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In 2011, the Working on Wellness (WOW) Coalition was formed with people from across Starr County. Community members from Rio Grande City, Roma, and San Isidro came together with the goal of improving health.

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Testimonials

According to Mr. Muñoz, working in the Transforming Texas gardens teaches more than how to grow and sustain a garden.   While not all children will participate in building the garden in its early stages, every student who spreads compost, plants seeds, waters the garden, or harvests ripe fruits and vegetables, will see the product of their individual and team work.   He believes that the gardens teach students that with hard work and dedication you can grow your own personal success and proudly achieve your goals.   He is confident that the gardens cultivate more than organic produce, but actually cultivate a sense of pride and encouragement in the students that will transfer to other areas of their lives.

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Thank You

The WOW Coalition and community leaders, like you, are integral to the success of Transforming Starr County. Your support and assistance help ensure that the programs are effective and what the community needs!