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Big Bend AHEC Connecting Students to Careers, Professionals to Communities, & Communities to Better Health Big Bend Area Health Education Center, Inc. Government.

(Big Bend AHEC) is a nationally recognized not-for-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors who are local health care professionals, educators, and community leaders who represent the health needs of the communities we serve. Big Bend AHEC is a member of the Florida AHEC Network, an affiliation of 10 locally governed AHEC’s and five AHEC Program Offices located at each of the Colleges of Medicine in Florida. Our mission is to create and enhance community and academic partnerships to improve the health of rural and medically underserved populations. The Tobacco Free Florida AHEC Program offers FREE Group Quit classes in the community to help people quit tobacco for good. Join via Zoom on a phone, tablet, or computer, or call in by phone. BBAHEC also offers private groups for locations such as worksites. Call 850-224-9340 to sign up for a group near you. Calendar
View the course calendar to find a class that works best for you. https://ahectobacco.com/bigbend/

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🍁 Fall fun is in the air! 🍁Come celebrate 25 years of Growing Bright Futures with the Early Learning Coalition of the Bi...
10/06/2026

🍁 Fall fun is in the air! 🍁

Come celebrate 25 years of Growing Bright Futures with the Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend! 🎉

Big Bend AHEC will be there with information about our services and Florida KidCare, plus a fun fall-themed sensory bin activity for the little ones! 🍂🧡

📅 Saturday, October 10
🕙 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 ELC Leon County Service Center
2639 N. Monroe Street, Tallahassee

🎶 Live DJ • 🎨 Face Painting • 🎯 Games & Activities
🍔 Food & Refreshments • 🤝 Community Resources
🎁 Giveaways & MORE!

✨ FREE admission! Bring the kiddos, invite your friends, and enjoy an afternoon of fall family fun!

We hope to see you there! 🍂

10/05/2026

🦷🪥Join us next Thursday October 8th from 9am to 5pm in Quincy, FL and get FREE DENTAL CARE (exams, cleaning, fillings, and extractions). 🦷🪥
Book your appointment here: https://booking.jetdental.com/florida-voices-for-health or stop by on Thursday and we'll do our best to get you in!

Can't wait to see everyone there!
10/05/2026

Can't wait to see everyone there!

Join Us for Our 25th Anniversary Fall Festival & Resource Fair!

For 25 years, the Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend has been dedicated to Growing Bright Futures for children and families across our community. Help us celebrate this milestone with a day of family fun, community connections, and exciting activities!

📅 Saturday, October 10
🕙 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 ELC Leon County Service Center
2639 N. Monroe Street, Tallahassee

🎶 Live DJ
🎯 Games & Activities
🎨 Face Painting
🍔 Food & Refreshments
🤝 Community Resources
🎁 Giveaways & More!

✨ FREE Admission

Bring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate 25 Years of Growing Bright Futures with us. We can't wait to see you there.

💙 Mental health matters. Su***de prevention matters.You never know what someone may be going through behind the scenes. ...
09/29/2026

💙 Mental health matters. Su***de prevention matters.

You never know what someone may be going through behind the scenes. A conversation, a listening ear, or simply asking, “Are you okay?” can make a difference.

Let’s build a community where talking about mental health is encouraged, asking for help is supported, and no one feels alone.

Together, we can raise awareness, offer hope, and help prevent su***de. 💙

***depreventionawareness

🎓 Applications are now open for the Florida AHEC Scholars Program – Cohort 9 (2026–2028)!Are you a health professions st...
09/16/2026

🎓 Applications are now open for the Florida AHEC Scholars Program – Cohort 9 (2026–2028)!

Are you a health professions student looking to grow as a future healthcare leader? The Florida AHEC Scholars Program offers a unique opportunity to enhance your education through interdisciplinary learning, mentorship, and community-based service experiences.

Program Benefits:
✅ $500 annual stipend
✅ Mentorship opportunities
✅ National recognition
✅ Community-based service learning
✅ Join a select group of only 150 students statewide

Eligible students in medicine, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, nurse midwifery, dentistry, psychology, pharmacy, and optometry are encouraged to apply.

📅 Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

Scan the QR code on the flyer below to apply or contact Tracy Melin, Scholar Coordinator, at [email protected] or 850-224-1177 for more information.

Invest in your future. Learn. Connect. Discover.

09/15/2026

09/15/2026
💙 Want to make an impact AND build your career?Serve. Learn. Grow. Make a difference.Big Bend AHEC & NAMI Tallahassee ar...
09/14/2026

💙 Want to make an impact AND build your career?

Serve. Learn. Grow. Make a difference.

Big Bend AHEC & NAMI Tallahassee are recruiting for the National Mental Health Corps!

✨ $21,000 living allowance
🎓 $7,395 education award
📚 Mental health certifications
💼 Real-world experience
🤝 Make a difference in your community

Serve for 10 months helping expand mental health education, reduce stigma, and connect people with resources.

🚀 Your next adventure starts here. Apply today! https://bigbendahec.org/about/work-with-bbahec/

09/13/2026

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2815 Remington Green Circle, Suite 100
Tallahassee, FL
32308

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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