Healthy Chesapeake

Healthy Chesapeake Healthy Chesapeake is a coalition committed to building a culture of wellness that supports, sustains, and advocates for a healthier Chesapeake, Virginia.

Healthy Chesapeake is a non-profit and a coalition working to help make the city of Chesapeake a healthier place to live. Healthy Chesapeake provides community members from the city with access to healthy food, physical activities, mental health services, and various educational opportunities. Our Garden-2-Table program provides locals with the opportunity to learn about how grow their own food an

d employs disabled individuals to work in our sponsored gardens. For our Healthy Chef program, student and seniors participate in cooking classes to learn how to make meals with health benefits in mind. The SPARK program provides students with education opportunities in physical fitness, garden learning, sewing, and art presently with STEM opportunities coming soon.

Protein is having a big moment. We need protein to build muscle, tissues, create enzymes & support our hormones. Protein...
05/15/2026

Protein is having a big moment. We need protein to build muscle, tissues, create enzymes & support our hormones. Protein also helps to keep you feeling full longer & maintain muscle mass while losing weight. High protein diets are not advisable with certain medical conditions, like kidney disease.

Talk with your doctor or dietitian to know how much protein is right for you. Learn more at https://chesapeakeregional.com/blog/should-i-make-protein-priority

05/14/2026
For Her With Love, a powerful gathering centered on breast cancer survivorship, storytelling, healing, and survivor-cent...
05/11/2026

For Her With Love, a powerful gathering centered on breast cancer survivorship, storytelling, healing, and survivor-centered research impacting our communities.

This special event will bring together survivors, advocates, healthcare professionals, researchers, and community leaders for a day of connection, reflection, education, and empowerment. Please use the QR code to register.

Event Details
Friday, June 5, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
ODU Waitzer Hall
735 Fairfax Ave
Norfolk, VA 23507

May is . Take time for yourself to breathe. Try to identify stressors in your life. Some stress is normal but too much ...
05/07/2026

May is . Take time for yourself to breathe. Try to identify stressors in your life. Some stress is normal but too much can hurt your health. Check out these tips to relax and learn more at rewardsforhealthyliving.com

05/07/2026

May is Women’s Health Month 💜

Your health matters, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Take time this month to check in with yourself, schedule important appointments, and lean on your support systems. You deserve care that listens, respects, and supports you.

Firefighters dedicate their lives to the protection of life and property. Sometimes that dedication is in the form of co...
05/04/2026

Firefighters dedicate their lives to the protection of life and property. Sometimes that dedication is in the form of countless hours volunteered over many years, in others it is many selfless years working in the industry. In all cases it risks the ultimate sacrifice of a firefighter’s life. Thank you, Chesapeake Fire Department for your tireless efforts!

Today is National Raisin Day! Raisins have a long history as a healthy and transportable snack and are often associated ...
04/30/2026

Today is National Raisin Day! Raisins have a long history as a healthy and transportable snack and are often associated with childhood. Raisins contain sugar, so should be eaten in moderation, but they also contain cancer-fighting antioxidants, provide an excellent source of fiber, and contain no cholesterol. Grab a handful today!

Fentanyl is now the leading cause of drug overdose deaths in the US, & teens are increasingly at risk from counterfeit p...
04/29/2026

Fentanyl is now the leading cause of drug overdose deaths in the US, & teens are increasingly at risk from counterfeit pills containing deadly amounts of fentanyl. Nearly 90% of fentanyl overdoses in Virginia are accidental.

Healthy Chesapeake joins the Commonwealth of Virginia in honoring Virginia Fentanyl Awareness Day as part of the It Only Takes One initiative. Visit itonlytakesone.virginia.gov to learn more.

04/27/2026

Join us for the Chesapeake Commission on Health and Well-Being Community Resource Fair!

Looking for support, services, or new opportunities?
This event brings together valuable community resources, including SNAP, childcare, employment opportunities, the Chesapeake Health Department, the public library, and more

Indian River Community Center
Saturday, May 2
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

No registration is required. This is an open event for all members of the community

Come connect, explore resources, and take advantage of the support available to you and your family!

Today's the day! Go see the Chesapeake Master Gardeners and tell them Healthy Chesapeake says hi!
04/24/2026

Today's the day! Go see the Chesapeake Master Gardeners and tell them Healthy Chesapeake says hi!

REMINDER: The Chesapeake Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale returns TOMORROW, April 24, from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 25, from 8:00 a.m. – noon at Warren Farms (1448 S Battlefield Blvd)! A variety of annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, and native plants will be available for purchase (cash or personal check only). Chesapeake Master Gardeners will be on hand to provide expert gardening advice. For more information and for a Plant Sale inventory and price list, please visit www.cmgv.org/programsevents/plant-sale or contact the Chesapeake Extension Office at 757-382-6348.

NOTE: The entrance for the sale is at 125 Peaceful Rd.

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667 Kingsborough Square, Suite 102
Chesapeake, VA
23320

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