Show Notes
Tune in to a special episode of Public Health Matters as host Laurie Fox sits down with Grace Schoessow from the Greene County Educational Service Center and the Disconnect 2 Connect Coalition to talk all about Greene County Unplugged and the Global Day of Unplugging. They’ll share why unplugging matters, how families can get involved, and what to expect during this countywide effort to slow down, connect, and be present. It’s an encouraging conversation about balance, mental well-being, and building stronger connections—don’t miss it!
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