Providence Family Life Center

For ten years, Providence Family Life Center has walked beside individuals and families in Southwest FLorida facing life's greatest challenges. Our work began by helping people navigate disability, housing instability, disaster recovery, and complex life circumstances. Along the way, we learned an important truth: lasting change requires more than crisis response—it requires healing, resilience, and prevention. That realization gave birth to The Lab. Today, The Lab is where our mission comes to life, helping people improve health outcomes through evidence-informed movement, nervous system regulation, education, and community. While our methods have evolved, our purpose has never changed: changing lives.

Extreme heat can be dangerous—but preparation can save lives.

As temperatures rise, it's important to know the signs of heat-related illness, who is most vulnerable, and where to find cooling resources in Lee County.

Swipe through to learn:
✅ Who is at greater risk during extreme heat
✅ Local cooling bus locations
✅ Cooling centers available throughout Lee County

Please check on elderly neighbors, young children, and those with medical conditions during periods of extreme heat.
Stay informed. Stay hydrated. Stay safe.

SNAP BENEFITS UPDATE — JUNE 2026

Important SNAP changes are now taking effect across the country.

Beginning June 1, many states are implementing expanded work requirements for certain adults receiving SNAP benefits. Some recipients between ages 18–64 who do not qualify for exemptions may now be required to work, participate in job training, volunteer, or complete approved employment activities to maintain eligibility.

Exemptions may still apply for:
✔ Older adults
✔ Individuals with disabilities
✔ Caregivers of young children
✔ Certain students and other qualifying groups

State SNAP programs may also have additional rules, requirements, and benefit changes.

FLORIDA SNAP UPDATE

Florida has implemented new food purchase restrictions under SNAP. EBT benefits can no longer be used to purchase:

❌ Soda (including diet and zero-sugar sodas)
❌ Energy drinks
❌ Candy
❌ Certain ultra-processed packaged desserts

SNAP benefits can still be used for:
✔ Fruits and vegetables
✔ Meat, poultry, and fish
✔ Dairy products
✔ Bread, rice, cereal, and pasta
✔ Healthy grocery staples
✔ Seeds and plants that produce food

If you currently receive SNAP or are thinking about applying, make sure you understand the latest eligibility requirements and state-specific program updates.

Providence Family Life Center is committed to helping individuals and families by providing education, connection to resources, navigating benefit programs, and accessing community support.

Movement doesn’t have to be intense to be effective.

Slow, intentional movement—like walking, stretching, or restorative yoga—can help release tension and support nervous system regulation.

It’s not about doing more.
It’s about doing what supports your body.

That’s our philosophy at The Mind Body Movement Living Laboratory www.mbmll.live

Exciting News from Providence Family Life Center and the Mind Body Movement Living Laboratory!

We are honored to announce that Providence Family Life Center is now an official Field Education Site for the Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Marieb College of Health and Science!

This partnership reflects our commitment to supporting the next generation of professionals through trauma-informed, community-centered learning experiences that connect education, wellness, advocacy, and real-world impact.

We are excited to support students by providing opportunities for hands-on learning, community engagement, wellness programming, and interdisciplinary collaboration that promotes whole-person health and resilience.

At PFLC, we believe healing and resilience happen through connection, compassion, movement, and community.

We look forward to collaborating with FGCU as we continue building healthier, stronger communities across Southwest Florida. 💚

Disease Prevention Awareness - Hantavirus

Hantavirus can infect humans when they inhale airborne particles from the droppings of certain rats and mice. According to the WHO (World Health Organization), it only rarely spreads from person to person. The infection can cause a rare but serious illness called hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS).

Early symptoms are flulike, including fever, chills, body aches and headaches. As the illness progresses, it can cause shortness of breath and, in severe instances, lung or heart failure. There is no specific treatment for the virus, but symptoms can be treated with intubation, oxygen therapy, fluid replacement and medication, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Cruise ships are a prime spot for infections to spread.

Three people dead in suspected hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship The virus spread by rodents is also believed to have sickened three others, the World Health Organization says

Mental health awareness is not just about thoughts—it’s about how the body processes stress.

When stress becomes chronic, the nervous system can stay in a heightened state, making it harder to rest, focus, or feel at ease.

Awareness is the first step.

Small, consistent practices can support regulation over time.
Start with a "pause." Ask your self, "How do I really feel?


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Do you feel like you’re always on?

Always thinking.
Always doing.
Struggling to fully rest.

This can be a sign your nervous system is in
fight-or-flight mode.

When stress becomes chronic,
the body forgets how to fully relax.

Awareness is the first step toward change.

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