Big Bend AHEC

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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This program is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $13,792,500 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S.

🎓 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
🦷 A healthy smile. A healthier you! 💚Join us for the Gadsden County Oral Health Fair on September 26 from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. ...
09/11/2026

🦷 A healthy smile. A healthier you! 💚

Join us for the Gadsden County Oral Health Fair on September 26 from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at Browning Wellness in Havana!

Enjoy free dental and health screenings, resources, help connecting to care, activities, prizes, and more for the whole family. 🪥✨

Come take a step toward a healthier smile and a healthier you!

🦷 A Healthy Smile. A Healthier You! 💚🧡

A healthy smile is more than just a bright smile—it’s an important part of your overall health and well-being! 🦷❤️

Join FAMU Extension at the Oral Health Fair on September 26 in Gadsden County! We’re proud to be part of this community event connecting families with valuable health resources, education and opportunities for continued care.

Stop by the FAMU Extension exhibit and connect with our Extension team as we share information on:

🥦 Nutrition & Healthy Eating — Learn how the foods we choose can support a healthy mouth and a healthy body.

💉 Immunization Education — Get important information to help you and your family stay informed about preventive health.

🌱 4-H & Youth Development — Meet our 4-H team and teen youth as they showcase our Striking Out Cavities program, helping young people learn that good oral health habits can start early!

From nutrition and prevention to youth education, FAMU Extension is committed to helping individuals and families build healthier lives and stronger communities.

📅 September 26, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 Browning Wellness
602 E. 5th Ave., Havana, FL 32333

Come out, get informed, connect with local resources, and take a step toward a healthier you! 💚🧡

💜 September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month and Recovery Awareness Month! 💜Recovery is possible. Every journey is ...
09/10/2026

💜 September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month and Recovery Awareness Month! 💜

Recovery is possible. Every journey is different, and every step forward matters. This month, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of people in recovery—and the families, friends, and communities who support them.

Let’s break the stigma, spread hope, and remind others: You are not alone. Recovery is real. ❤️

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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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+18502241177

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