Delegate: START WITH SLEEP, LLC
Affiliation: START WITH SLEEP, LLC
Short Bio: START WITH SLEEP, LLC is a Latina-owned, community-driven organization based in New York State, recognized as a leader in sleep health education and advocacy. Committed to transforming the way individuals, organizations, and communities prioritize sleep, the company provides comprehensive programming and training for healthcare providers, educational institutions, corporate wellness initiatives, and first responders. Through tailored consulting and customized wellness programs, START WITH SLEEP empowers clients with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome sleep challenges and integrate restorative sleep as the foundation of overall well-being.
In addition to its educational initiatives, the company offers personalized sleep services, including coaching and home sleep testing, delivering targeted solutions to enhance sleep quality and long-term health. With a mission to drive a cultural shift in sleep health awareness, START WITH SLEEP is at the forefront of a movement to elevate sleep as a vital pillar of health, performance, and everyday living—empowering individuals and organizations to embrace restorative sleep as the foundation for thriving in all aspects of life.
Activity: This year, START WITH SLEEP, LLC is hosting a series of events to celebrate World Sleep Day and emphasize the importance of making sleep health a priority.
The day begins with a specialized session for first responders and protective service personnel as part of the LMHF Strive to Thrive Program, focusing on the foundation of healthy sleep practices. In this session, attendees will gain practical, shift-friendly strategies to improve sleep quality, manage fatigue, and enhance resilience, ensuring they are physically and mentally prepared for the demands of their profession.
In the afternoon, START WITH SLEEP, LLC will partner with the East Aurora School District as part of their Wellness Development Day, delivering a program designed to help faculty and staff integrate sleep health into their school’s wellness culture. By equipping educators with sleep science knowledge, the initiative aims to create a ripple effect—ensuring that healthy sleep habits are not only taught in classrooms but also modeled by those guiding the next generation.
Throughout the month, START WITH SLEEP, LLC will also collaborate with Evergreen Health to address sleep disparities in minoritized communities, examining systemic barriers to sleep health and the importance of awareness, advocacy, and access to resources. These workshops will provide culturally competent, practical strategies for improving sleep and promoting equitable rest for all.
Location: Buffalo, New York
Date of Activity: March 14, 2025
Submitted by: Soda Kuczkowski
