Community Health Worker Association of RI

RIDOH CHW Staff Appreciation Luncheon
2024-08-20 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
In advance of National CHW Appreciation Week, the Rhode Island Department of Health is holding a luncheon for its valued staff and contracted CHWs. This is an internal event but we wanted to put it on the calendar to show how one employer is Celebrating Community Health Workers!

NACHW Unity Conference
2024-08-22 08:00 - 17:00
The NACHW 2024 Annual Unity Conference will be held online using the Zoom platform on August 22. This year’s conference theme is Our Voices Heard, Our Leadership Respected. Agenda just released! The Annual Meeting will be held the day before 8/21.

Renew your NACHW Membership now or join, then register for the conference for FREE!Learn more and Register for the Annual Meeting and Unity Conference.

Lead Prevention for CHWs Networking Gathering
2024-08-22 12:00 - 13:30
Lead poisoning is a serious environmental justice, tenants’ rights, and public health issue. Lead exposure at any level can cause permanent effects in children and adults. The good news is that it’s preventable!

Since 1992, the Childhood Lead Action Project has worked to eliminate childhood lead poisoning in Rhode Island through parent support, community education, and advocacy.

Laura Brion, Executive Director, Childhood Lead Action Project will speak to how CHWs can inform their clients about lead and connect them to the services that can prevent lead poisoning!

Register!

CHW Voices
2024-08-26 11:00 - 12:30
For Leadership and Advocacy

Join us!

Zoom Link

This link was updated on 9/19/24

CHW Voices participants can always expect to:

Meet other CHWs

Contribute to policy discussions

Strengthen community connections

Join networking groups

Keep up to date on CHW news

Did you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024. Email questions here.

This zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=[REDACTED]

CHW Voices In Person Networking
2024-08-26 14:30 - 16:00 | Rochambeau Community Library, 708 Hope St, Providence, RI, 02906, United States
Join us for the special edition of CHW Voices Community Health Worker (CHW) Networking on August 26 @ 2:30pm as we move our virtual meeting to an in-person gathering in celebration of the 2nd annual Community Health Worker Awareness Week! This week of collaboration and action brings together CHWs and allies from diverse backgrounds—across race, ethnicity, gender, geography, experience, and identities—to connect, share, and unite. Enjoy pizza, drinks, and the chance to network and socialize with fellow CHWs. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate our community and strengthen the bonds that drive our important work!

We will be hosting this meeting at the Rochambeau Community Library at 708 Hope St, Providence, RI 02906 in the Community Room on August 26, 2024 from 2:30 – 4:00pm. Parking is mostly street parking on Hope Street and the surrounding neighborhoods, but there is usually plenty of parking! After the meeting, stay and check out the neighborhood – Hope St. has plenty of lovely stores, a cute ice cream shop and of course, a wonderful library!

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/242265527174155

Mental Health and Addictions Knowledge for CHWs
2024-08-31 10:00 - 14:00
¡Invitación Especial para los Trabajadores Comunitarios de la Salud Hispanos (Community Health Workers/CHW)!

Como parte de la Semana del Trabajador Comunitario de la Salud que se celebra del 25 al 31 de agosto 2024 (última semana de agosto), Centro de Innovación Mujer Latina complace invitarlos a participar en la Jornada de Capacitación y Reconocimiento del Trabajador Comunitario de la Salud.

Este evento especial se llevará a cabo el:

Día: Sábado, 31 de agosto de 2024

Hora:10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Durante la jornada, se ofrecerá el taller:

Importancia del Conocimiento en Salud Mental y Adicciones para los Trabajadores Comunitarios de la Salud (Con horas de Educación Continua)

El evento es TOTALMENTE GRATIS, pero se requiere registración previa para asegurar su lugar.

¡No se pierda esta oportunidad única de aprendizaje y reconocimiento!

Inscríbase hoy mismo presionando en el enlace y únase a nosotros en un día de crecimiento profesional y celebración de su valioso trabajo.

Enlace

Special Invitation for Hispanic Community Health Workers (CHW)!As part of National Community Health Worker Appreciation Week, August 25-31, Centro de Innovación Mujer Latina is pleased to invite you to participate in the Community Health Workers Training and Recognition Day.

This special event will take place on:Day: Saturday, August 31, 2024Time:10:00 AM – 2:00 PMDuring the day, the workshop will be offered:Importance of Mental Health and Addictions Knowledge for Community Health Workers (With Continuing Education Hours)The event is TOTALLY FREE, but pre-registration is required to secure your spot.Don’t miss this unique opportunity for learning and recognition!Register today by clicking on the link and join us for a day of professional growth and celebration of your valuable work.

Register

Latinx CHW Support Group
2024-09-03 17:10 - 17:50
EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS

Si! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.

Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma.

Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo!

En Abril del 2024, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma.

Nuevos horarios en Mayo/ Junio:

Mayo 14, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm

Mayo 28,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm

Junio 11, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm

Junio 25, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm

El NUEVO enlace para la reunión

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman, lroman@ric.edu, CCHW, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Latinx CHW Support Group

This support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!

In April of 2024, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening, to make it easier for more to attend.

March/April 2024 Schedule:

May 14, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm

May 28,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm

June 11, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm

June 25, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm

Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, lroman@ric.edu, CCHW, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Link to Zoom Meeting (note -this link changed in August, 2024)

Woonsocket Networking Group
2024-09-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-11-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Woonsocket Public Library, 303 Clinton Street, Woonsocket, Rhode Island, 02895, United States
Attention Woonsocket CHWs!

Do you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW, CNA, Case manager, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community!

This group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary. Expect to:

Engage in discussions on community health and well-being

Discover resources to enhance your impact

Learn from other CHWs and their insights

Share your experiences, challenges and successes

Please email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org.

Register!

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Latinx CHW Support Group
2024-10-01 17:00 - 17:50, 2024-11-26 17:00 - 17:50
EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS

Si! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.

Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma.

Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo!

En Abril del 2024, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma.

El NUEVO enlace para la reunión

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a joinchwari@gmail.com

Latinx CHW Support Group

This support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!

In April of 2024, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening, to make it easier for more to attend.

Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, lroman@ric.edu, CCHW, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Link to Zoom Meeting (note -this link changed in August, 2024)

Nonviolence Institute: Everything You Need to Know
2024-10-08 12:00 - 13:00
Lifespan Community Health Ambassadors

Virtual LectureTuesday October 8, 2024 | 12:00 to 1:00 pm

The Nonviolence Institute: Everything You Need to Know

Presented byShane Lee, Director of training & special projects at the Nonviolence Institute

Join us as we explore the issues that necessitated the birth of the Nonviolence Institute. We will reflect on the state of human relationships within the community and how a beloved culture is the antidote to violence and brokenness.

Attendees will gain a better understanding of:

the mission and vision of the Nonviolence Institute

the 4 core areas of focus in the Nonviolence Institute’s work

how community is able to partner and interact with the organization

Location: This lecture will be provided through Zoom. The link and sign in information will be provided prior to the lecture.

Register

CHW Voices
2024-10-28 11:00 - 12:30
For Leadership and Advocacy

CHW Voices will NOT be meeting in October. They encourage you to register and attend the HEZ Learning Community Wednesday where Communities of Practice will be forming.

Register for HEZ Learning Community Oct 30

Zoom Link

This link was updated on 9/19/24

CHW Voices participants can always expect to:

Meet other CHWs

Contribute to policy discussions

Strengthen community connections

Join networking groups

Keep up to date on CHW news

Did you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024. Email questions here.

This zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=[REDACTED]

Latinx CHW Support Group
2024-10-29 17:00 - 17:50
EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS

Si! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.

Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma.

Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo!

El enlace para la reunión cambiará en enero.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado.

Latinx CHW Support Group

This support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do! .

Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, CCHW.

The zoom link will change in January 2025. Email a Wiston Delgado for updates.

HEZ Learning Community
2024-10-30 08:00 - 16:30 | Crowne Plaza Providence Airport/ Warwick, 801 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick, Rhode Island, 02886, United States
October 30, HEZ Learning Community

“Reimagining Power”

Registration is now open for the October 2024 HEZ Learning Community. Join colleagues and partners from across the state for a day of shared learning, relationship-building, networking, and collective impact! Free breakfast and lunch are included. Register for the October 2024 Learning Community. “Select Reserve a Spot”

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Grand Ballroom, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Warwick801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI 02886

CTC-RI Annual Conference: "Investing in Primary Care & Health Equity"
2024-10-31 07:30 - 15:30
Join Care Transformation Collaborative of RI on Thursday, October 31st at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick Rhode Island for “Investing in Primary Care & Health Equity”. This in-person event promises enriching learning opportunities across key tracks: health equity, priorities in population health, best practices in behavioral health (IBH), and improving child/family health. As we delve into these critical areas, attendees can expect to gain invaluable insights and strategies to improve patient outcomes by leveraging the strengths of the team, the system of care and patient voice.

​In addition to our engaging educational sessions, our conference will feature an exciting exhibitor hall, showcasing community-based organizations, partners, and health care agencies and their services. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore and meet with a diverse range of exhibitors, network, and access cutting-edge industry and local resources. Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to connect with colleagues, learn from experts, and discover ways to advance primary care and health equity.

Learn More & Register!

Pawtucket & Central Falls CHW Network
2024-11-12 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-01-28 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-02-25 11:30 - 13:00 | Adams Public Library, 205 Central Street, Central Falls, Rhode Island, 02863, United States
Open to Community Health Workers and those in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls.

Monthly in-person network meetings for training, resource sharing and professional development.

Access to professional network of like-minded, local change-makers.

To be held at the Pawtucket Family YMCA the mostly on the last Tuesday of every month.

Lead by Cristy Romero, CHW

Contact Cristy at romerocr@familyserviceri.org for more information and to register!

CHW Voices For Leadership & Advocacy
2024-11-25 11:00 - 12:30
Meeting Minutes

Approximately 30 people attended virtually

Focus Subject: Older Adults

Presenters included:

Alisha Bertrand BS,(She, her)Lead Health &VOCA Advocate East Bay Community Action Program

View Slide Deck to access resources:

The next meeting will take place in December, hopefully in person. Email questions here.

Zoom Link

This link was updated on 9/19/24

CHW Voices participants can always expect to:

Meet other CHWs

Contribute to policy discussions

Strengthen community connections

Join networking groups

Keep up to date on CHW news

This zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=[REDACTED]

Latinx CHW Support Group Holiday Party
2024-12-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Tri County HEZ, 1126 Hartford Ave, Johnston, Rhode Island, 02919, United States
Originally we wrote the wrong time! This party is from 3-5pm!

This event is the annual in-person celebration of the Latinx CHW Support Group. Space is limited. Email Wiston Delgado if you do not normally participate in the group but would like to be put on the waitlist to attend.

CHW Voices Cancelled
2024-12-30 11:00 - 12:30
For Leadership and Advocacy

Enjoy your holiday! See you in January!

Join us!

Zoom Link

This link was updated on 9/19/24

CHW Voices participants can always expect to:

Meet other CHWs

Contribute to policy discussions

Strengthen community connections

Join networking groups

Keep up to date on CHW news

Did you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024. Email questions here.

This zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=[REDACTED]

Latinx CHW Support Group
2025-01-14 12:00 - 13:00
EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS

Si! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.

Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma.

Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo!

El enlace para la reunión cambió en enero 2025.

Nuevo Enlace Zoom

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a chwlatinxgroupri@gmail.com.

La continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation.

Latinx CHW Support Group

This support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do! .

Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, CCHW.

The zoom link changed in January 2025. Email chwlatinxgroupri@gmail.com with any questions.

New Zoom Link

The continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.

Pawtucket & Central Falls CHW Network
2025-01-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Adams Public Library, 205 Central Street, Central Falls, Rhode Island, 02863, United States
The 1/28/25 session will be on Immigration so bring any questions you may have. As always food will be provided.

These sessions are open to Community Health Workers and those in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls.

Monthly in-person network meetings for training, resource sharing and professional development.

Access to professional network of like-minded, local change-makers.

To be held at the Pawtucket Family YMCA the mostly on the last Tuesday of every month.

Lead by Cristy Romero, CHW

Contact Cristy at romerocr@familyserviceri.org for more information and to register!

Latinx CHW Support Group
2025-01-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-11 12:00 - 13:00
EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS

Si! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.

Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma.

Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo!

El enlace para la reunión cambiará en enero.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado.

La continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation.

Latinx CHW Support Group

This support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!

Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, CCHW.

The zoom link will change in January 2025. Email a Wiston Delgado for updates.

The continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.

CHW Voices
2025-02-24 11:00 - 12:30
For Leadership and Advocacy

“Storytelling” Focus, with CHW Conference & Capitol Hill Visit Planning

Slide Presentation.pptx

Storytelling Resources:

Envision Storytelling Worksheet PDF

BMSG Message Development Worksheet

Hoja de ejercicios desarrollo de mensajes

Public Narrative Training APHA 1_15_2025

Zoom Link

This link was updated on 9/19/24

Email questions here.

This zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=[REDACTED]
