It’s commonly referred to as the “silent killer.” High blood pressure (hypertension) is among the major contributors to heart disease and stroke in the United States. Heart disease and stroke killed an estimated 697,000 people — one every 34 seconds — in 2020. In recent decades, treatment
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United Way Grant Funds Barnabas Nutrition Services Programs
United Way of Northeast Florida has granted Barnabas Center funds that will help Barnabas feed Nassau County residents in need in zip codes 32097 and 32046. “Every day in our county, families, individuals, and the elderly do not have enough to eat,” said Jamie Reynolds, Barnabas President and CEO. “The
Barnabas Brings Hope and Connection
The first meeting between Michael Granucci and Alison Trembly in 1999 arose out of tragedy. Their next meeting, 23 years later, in late August of this year, was pure coincidence. Mr. Granucci, who volunteers as an Ambassador and in the food pantry at the Barnabas Center in Fernandina Beach, is
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Collects Over 1,500 Pounds of Food for Barnabas
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church participated in a national movement of churches across America on Sunday, September 18 with “Back To Church Sunday”. The theme was “Hope Happens Here”. Everyone was invited to attend the coffee hour, Worship Service, and brunch with activities. 100 people attended the Worship Service. A
BARNABAS LAUNCHES EMPTY BOWLS ONLINE AUCTION FOR GIFT SHOPPING
Locally handcrafted gifts that support a good cause bring extra joy to both the giver and the receiver. This year, Barnabas will again launch its online auction marketplace, so that you may shop for those special items from the safety and comfort of your home, while at the same time,
The Rotary Clubs Hosts Countywide Food Drive to Restock Barnabas Food Pantry
Did you know that 9 percent of residents in our Nassau County community are hungry or facing food insecurity, which is simply not knowing when or how they will get their next meal? The county’s three Rotary Clubs are partnering with Barnabas to collect healthy food donations on September 3-10 at
Traders Hill Farm Partners with Barnabas Center to Deliver Healthy Foods Across Nassau County
Fernandina Beach, FL — Barnabas Center and Traders Hill Farm, a Hilliard-based aquaponics greenhouse, are partnering to bring locally-grown produce to doorsteps across Nassau County via the farm’s Gather & Give™ affiliate program. Traders Hill Farm mirrors Barnabas Center with their commitment to help people live their healthiest lives. Now,
BARNABAS TO HELP SUPPORT HOMELESS STUDENTS IN NASSAU COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS WITH SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
Did you know there are 400 children in Nassau County who are without a home of their own? From July 1st – July 28th, in partnership with Families in Transition Nassau County Schools (FIT), the Barnabas Center is helping to collect basic school supplies so the students can start the
Introducing Jennifer Rodrigues
Jennifer Rodrigues, Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, is the newest member of the Barnabas Health team. As a US Air Force Veteran with nine years as a Public Health Officer she is excited to join the medical team at Barnabas. Jennie is passionate about health and healthy lifestyles and feels
Baptist + Barnabas = Helping Nassau Neighbors in Need
We begin 2022 reflecting on the tremendous support Barnabas Center received from Baptist Medical Center Nassau and Baptist Health System, which in total, monetary and in-kind, was more than $3.8 million both organizations. “Barnabas could not provide the much-needed care to our Nassau County neighbors without our strong community partnership