May 2009 In this issue Dining Out for Life Silicon Valley Debut a Huge Success It's Time to Get Active - Roller Skating Discount This Mother's Day, Make a Gift in Honor of Mom The Health Trust Recognizes Student Wellness Champions High School Hosts Innovative Taste Test __________ Key Dates 5/10 Mother's Day 5/18 HIV Vaccine Awareness Day 5/19 National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 5/31 Student Scholarship Awards Night

Dining Out for Life Silicon Valley Debut a Huge Success!

On April 30th, hundreds of Silicon Valley residents and 25 local restaurants generously supported The Health Trust AIDS Services by participating in the first annual Dining Out for Life. Participating restaurants donated 25 percent or more of the night’s food sales to The Health Trust and individuals also made donations.  To date, the event has raised more than $30,000.  

From Left - Anita and Kevan DelGrande, Missy and Chuck Dimick enjoy dinner at Nick’s on Main Street in Los Gatos during Dining Out for Life.

“I was so thrilled to see so many people out on the town, enjoying themselves and showing their commitment to our fellow residents living with HIV and AIDS,” said Health Trust CEO Frederick J. Ferrer.

Photos and information about participating restaurants can be found at www.healthtrust.org/dining Guests were also invited to take part in a drawing for a number of prizes.  Congratulations to the following winners:  Janelle Albert, Mollie Drake, Kathy Hull, Mike and Liz Laster, Virginia Montano, and Grace Thompson. 

If you could not attend Dining Out for Life and would like to learn more or donate to The Health Trust AIDS Services, please visit www.healthtrust.org/aids.  Thank you to everyone who dined out and a special thanks to the generous restaurants that particpated.  
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It's Time to Get Active!

Since 1983, May has been observed as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Unfortunately, in Santa Clara County only one quarter of our fifth graders are able to meet six out of six state physical fitness standards. With summer just around the corner, it's time to make plans to get active, especially for kids who are going to be out of school.

Starting this month, The Health Trust has partnered with San Jose Skate to provide discounts on skating! Studies have shown that roller skating provides a complete aerobic workout and involves all of the body's muscles, especially the heart. 
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This Mother's Day, Make a Gift in Honor of Mom

"It's truly a big relief to have this support for mom and I am amazed at the support it gives to me as a caregiver." -Daughter of Meals On Wheels client

May 10th is Mother’s Day, but unfortunately too many mothers (and fathers) go hungry in this country every day. Studies show more than one in every 10 seniors do not have ready access to enough food for an active, healthy life and often need emergency assistance to meet their basic needs. The Health Trust Meals On Wheels program provides 97,000 meals annually to individuals who are physically challenged, homebound, or elderly, supporting their nutrition, health and independence. Among all of our clients, 62 percent are women. This Mother’s Day, consider making a donation to The Health Trust Meals on Wheels in honor of your mom.
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Health Trust Recognizes Student Wellness Champions

Congressman Mike Honda (center) visits Rachel Poplack, Manager of Community Partnerships and Frederick J. Ferrer, Health Trust CEO. The Health Trust is grateful to Congressman Honda for securing $90,000 to help support  the Youth Health Advocate program.

On May 31, The Health Trust will award scholarships to area high school students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership promoting health and wellness related activities at their school campus. Congressman Mike Honda will present the awards.

Applications are currently being accepted for the 2009-2010 Youth Advisory Board. The Youth Advisory Board is made up of students from different high schools throughout the county who are interested in creating a healthier school environment for their peers. To learn more please contact Katiep@healthtrust.org.
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Local High School Hosts Innovative Taste Test

Students at Anzar High test the options for next year's menu.

To help combat obesity and promote student health, Anzar High in San Benito County will launch a new healthier school lunch program next fall - but what should they serve? To answer this question, over 300 students participated in a two day “healthy food taste test,” supported by The Health Trust.

Students tasted a variety of fruits and vegetables from the school’s organic garden and from neighbor Earthbound Farms, as well as a variety of other healthy dishes. 

They then completed a survey about their preferences. The results will inform next year’s menu. If your child’s school would like to conduct its own taste test, please contact NicoleK@healthtrust.org. 
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