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Ms. Cohen said - “Shanaz has been and continues to be one of the greatest assets to the team she leads. She has trusted me, her gut, my history. I owe Shanaz a debt of gratitude. I give her a round of applause to honor her dedication, decisiveness, honesty, ability to adapt, and so much more. Shanaz is an outstanding officer and important asset to your team.”
Ms. Cohen said - “Maria is the most patient person I’ve come across since relocating to Jacksonville. Maria has always been so very gracious towards me. She inspires me. She has also been one of my biggest cheerleaders, for a lack of better word. She treats me with respect, honor and kindness. Maria is a gem. Thank you for having Maria on your team.”
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THANK YOU ladies, for living our purpose of inspiring financial wellness. Great job!
“Pet companionship is associated with overall better health and well-being.” - American Heart Association CEO, Nancy Brown
Dogs and your health:
Studies show that dog owners may live longer than non-dog owners.
Dog owners are 31% less likely to die from a heart attack or stroke than non-dog owners.
People with prior heart events who had a dog living at home had a 65% reduced risk of death.
Dog owners who walk their dogs regularly face one-third the risk of diabetes of those who don’t own a dog.
Dog parents are more likely to reach their fitness goals than those without canine companions.
Pet companionship may provide important social support and is a powerful predictor of behavior changes that can lead to weight loss.
Dogs can help with chronic conditions and prevent chronic disease.
Pet ownership is an important form of social support that can benefit patients with heart disease or stroke.
When we see, touch, hear or talk to our companion animals, we feel goodwill, joy, nurturing and happiness. At the same time, stress hormones are suppressed.
Studies show that the mere act of petting a dog decreases blood pressure.
Having a pet can help increase fitness levels, relieve stress and boost overall happiness and well-being.
Dogs help ease people out of isolation and shyness. Studies find that owning and walking a dog increases social interaction.
Dog-owning families often promote physical activity within the household.
Dog parents are more likely to fit in the recommended level of physical activity than those who don’t have a dog.
Dog parents are 34% more likely to fit in 150 minutes of walking per week recommended by the American Heart Association than non-dog owners.
Dogs are always there to comfort you. They put a smile on your face every day.
If you’re interested in adding a new furry friend to your family, please consider adoption first. Here are a few places you can check out:
Already have a dog or other pet companion? Consider entering them into our Alive CU Top Pet Contest to help us raise funds for heart health.
Juneteenth (also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day and Liberation Day) is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the US. This day is celebrated annually on June 19th, by putting together educational events, speeches, religious services, family gatherings, picnics, and festivals with food, music, and dancing.
As always, your ACU Cultural & Diversity Committee would like to celebrate the diversity of our team and especially the significance of this day of remembrance by sharing some knowledge specific to the importance of this holiday.
48 of our 50 States recognize Juneteenth as a State Holiday or a special day of observance. In particular, Florida Statue 683.21 designated Juneteenth Day a holiday in 1991.
In 1863, during the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared more than three million slaves living in the Confederate states to be free. More than two years would pass, however, before the news reached African Americans living in Texas. It was not until Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, that the state’s residents finally learned that slavery had been abolished. The former slaves immediately began to celebrate with prayer, feasting, song, and dance.
The following year, on June 19, the first official Juneteenth celebrations took place in Texas. Within a few years, African Americans in other states were celebrating the day as well, making it an annual tradition. Celebrations have continued across the United States into the 21st century.
Thank you for your support of our committee and your commitment to our diverse credit union team. We hope this post was informative and inspires you to educate and celebrate with your friends and family. I hope I did this critical information justice, but if there is anything in this content that is inaccurate or deemed offensive in any way, please contact me immediately for an open-minded conversation.
Respectfully,
Christian Pagan
Sources:
Encyclopedia Britannica
National Museum of African American History & Culture | Smithsonian
Congressional Research Service
The Florida Senate | MyFloridaHouse.gov
Spend the night of June 20, 2020 sleeping without a bed. On a couch. On a floor. In a car. In a tent. Just not in your cozy bed. Share the photos on social to raise awareness and ask others to join you in sleeping without a bed and donating to #familypromise
Why should you participate in #NightWithoutABed?
It is a challenge that raises awareness for families experiencing homelessness. Sharing posts and making a donation to #fpjax will help raise awareness and raise the funds necessary to help families in need.
Make a donation to Family Promise of Jacksonville today: https://www.fpgives.org/orga…/family-promise-of-jacksonville
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