Ujima Life Services: Supporting Mental Wellness Together

Ujima Life Services 

Ujima Life Services is a community-rooted mental health and wellness practice based in Cheltenham, PA. The name Ujima comes from a Swahili principle meaning collective work and responsibility, reflecting the belief that individual well-being and community well-being are deeply connected. Ujima Life Services provides individual, couples, and group counseling for adolescents and adults, along with non-clinical wellness groups and educational offerings facilitated by licensed clinicians. Services are grounded in evidence-based mental health care while honoring the whole person—mind, body, relationships, and environment. In addition to therapy services, Ujima offers community wellness groups and workshops focused on stress reduction, emotional resilience, life transitions, and personal growth. These offerings are designed to create accessible, supportive spaces for reflection and connection. While these groups are not therapy, they are guided by mental health professionals committed to ethical, compassionate care. Ujima Life Services also partners with local organizations and community spaces to provide outreach, education, and therapeutic horticulture programming. These initiatives explore how nature, nourishment, and shared experiences can support mental well-being and strengthen community ties. Ujima Life Services welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and life stages. Whether someone is seeking counseling, a supportive group experience, or a community-based wellness opportunity, the goal is to meet people where they are with respect, integrity, and care.

Montgomery County

Montgomery

Wyncote

Pennsylvania

Ujima Life Services is a community-rooted mental health and wellness practice based in Cheltenham, PA. The name Ujima comes from a Swahili...

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BMR Belmax Remodeling Showroom

Visit the BMR BelMax Remodeling Kitchen &amp; Bath Showroom in Horsham, PA to explore cabinetry styles, countertop materials, hardware finishes, and design options for kitchen and bathroom renovation projects. Our showroom provides homeowners with the opportunity to review materials in person, compare selections, and plan remodeling projects with confidence. Seeing products up close helps ensure informed decisions and a smoother construction process. The Horsham showroom is a new location of the established BMR Belmax Remodeling team, serving homeowners throughout Bucks County, Montgomery County and Philadelphia.

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Abington

Visit the BMR BelMax Remodeling Kitchen & Bath Showroom in Horsham, PA to explore cabinetry styles, countertop materials, hardware finishes, and...

Valley Blinds: Your Local Custom Window Treatment Experts!

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Transform your home with our high-quality blinds, shades, shutters, drapes, and motorized solutions. We offer free in-home design consultations and professional installation, tailored to your style and budget. As a trusted, local, woman-led business, we pride ourselves on personalized, pressure-free service. Proudly serving all of Abington Twp, Clarks Summit, and surrounding locations. Ready for beautiful window treatments? Contact us today! 📞 (570) 232-3312 | 🌐 valleyblindsllc.com

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Calling all babies & toddlers to come play with their parent

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Arts in the Park is in it's 31st year! The festival is held at High School Park in Elkins Park, PA. Enjoy a day of performances (music, poets and a magician!), art vendors, food trucks, native-plant sale and kids activities! We have almost 40 art vendors joining us this year!&nbsp;It's a day of laughter and connection for the community. For more information go to: fhsp.org. It's going to be a fun day.

Local Event: Arts in the Park

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Arts in the Park is in it's 31st year! The festival is held at High School Park in Elkins Park, PA. Enjoy a day of performances...

Welcome to Jenkintown’s 34th Annual Sunset 5K Run. Enjoy our 
beautiful neighborhoods, and celebrate afterwards on our town square.
Are you ready to run the Summit? This challenging tree lined 5k 
course winds it’s way through the borough of Jenkintown without crossing
 Old York Rd. One of the largest evening 5K runs around. Come on out 
and join us! Live Music, food and prizes for all age groups.
Run Benefits : The Kiwanis Foundation of Jenkintown.
Kids Dash is for ages 6 and under, and no registration is required. All children will receive a prize.
Open Team Registration: Teams of 4 are encourage to participate, but you can have more on your team and are encouraged to do so.
The run will be held, rain or shine.
Starting Line:
The race 
starts and ends on Leedom St by the Town Square. The Kids Dash starts 
at 6:35PM, Runners start at 7:00PM. We are doing corral starts this 
year.The corrals will be as follow: Under 7 minutes, 7-9minutes, 
9-11minutes, and Over 11 minutes.
Registration Fees:
 Early Registration: $30 (1/1-1/31) Pre- Registration: $35 (2/1- 4/14) Late registration: $40 (4/15-5/24) Team Early Registration: $27 per person (1/2-1/31) must have a minimum of 4 people per team. Team Pre- Registration: $32 per person (2/1-4/14)- must have a minimum of 4 people per team. Team Late registration: $37 per person (4/15-5/24)- must have a minimum of 4 people per team. “Day of Race” Registration, $40 (online from 5/25-6/2 at 12AM) Child- 10 and under, $20 Early Registration (online from 1/1-1/31) Child-10 and under, $25 Registration (2/1-5/24) Child -10 and under “Day of Race” Registration, $25 (online from 5/25-6/2) Kids Dash 6 and under, free (no registration required) No “Day of Race” Team Registration Allowed Teams: top four times count
The Route:
Are you ready to run the Summit? This challenging tree lined 5k 
course winds it’s way through the borough of Jenkintown without crossing
 Old York Rd. Jenkintown residents come out to cheer on our runners on.
Prizes
 Top three males and females will receive gift certificates and medals. Top three males and females in each age group receive medals.
Categories:
<ul>
<li>11 &amp; under</li>



<li>12-14</li>



<li>15-19</li>



<li>20-29</li>



<li>30-39</li>



<li>40-49</li>



<li>50-59</li>



<li>60-69</li>



<li>70 -79</li>



<li>80 &amp; Over</li>
</ul>
There are no refunds given after 5/1/26. No exceptions to this rule!
Registration Packets:
All participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt while supplies last!
For those who sign up online by 5/24, you may pick up your race 
packet at Jenkintown Running Co, 416 Old York Rd, during business hours 
between May 30- June 1. For those who sign up online on or after 
5/25: On June 2nd, race day, you may pick up your packet at our 
pre-registration check-in table starting at 5:00pm.
If you have any questions please contact the race director: Stuart Tollen at: jenksunset5k@gmail.com

Local Event: Jenkintown Sunset 5K Run

Jenkintown Sunset 5K Run

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