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SUMMARY:CHW Cardiovascular Health/Diabetes Management Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:Community Health Worker\nCardiovascular Health/Diabetes Management Virtual Training\nOctober 25\, 2021 – December 13\, 2021\n  \n\nLink to Printable Flyer Here\nDelivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI\, \nInstitute for Education in Healthcare\, Rhode Island College \nTopics: Motivational Interviewing and Social Determinants of Health\, Stroke\, Heart Disease\, Heart Attack\, Heart Failure\, Atrial Fibrillation\, High Blood Pressure\, High Cholesterol\, Pre-Diabetes\, Diabetes\, Healthy Eating and Weight Control\, Lifestyle Interventions \nThis training fulfills the educational content hours requirement for the Rhode Island Certification Board’s application for Cardiovascular Health/Diabetes specialty endorsement.  \nMondays 5pm – 7pm (EST);\nThursdays 9am 11am (EST) \nSynchronous zoom instruction on the above days\nplus weekly 1-2 hour asynchronous lessons \nTO APPLY\, Paste link into browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScANKSFDX33bLBB4Z2FuFYnOQNAL8YN9j8pqxEHMoI-y23dVA/viewform?usp=sf_link \n\nQuestions? Email David Zuleta at dzuleta@ric.edu\nThis FREE training is for certified Community Health Workers only \n          \n  \nThis training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health 
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-cardiovascular-health-diabetes-management-virtual-training/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Senior Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin RI Elder Info on on their Facebook page to watch the 2nd Annual Virtual Senior Resource Fair! Medicare\, Medicaid\, Social Security\, Alzheimer’s Senior Center Events and Emergency Preparedness will all be discussed! Guests will answer your questions in real time!\n \nSee their website: https://rielderinfo.com/ \nSee their Facebook announcement: https://www.facebook.com/RIElderInfo/posts/1851161198401201
URL:https://chwari.org/event/virtual-senior-resource-fair/
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:The Three R's of Hoarding - Hosted by RI Elder Info
DESCRIPTION:RI Elder Info Event\nDecember 2nd\, 2021\n8:30 am-5pm\nIn-Person OR Zoom\nCompulsive hoarding\, or “Hoarding Disorder”\, is a recognized mental disorder featured in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (Fifth Edition). Join RI Elder Info for this In-Person or Zoom Event to learn about The Three R’s of Hoarding: Recognition\, Resources and Realistic Actions. \nLink to Register\nWHERE\nOverlooking the beautiful Greenwich Bay at the East Greenwich Veteran Firemen’s Association at 80 Queen St East Greenwich 02818. \nMasks will be required. If you would prefer not to wear a mask we are happy to welcome you virtually. \nCOST\nPre-Registration is required \nCost $75 per person \nContinuing Education Units have been applied for in the following professions: \nSocial Workers\, Mental Health Counselors\, Licensed Chemical Dependency Professionals\, Peer Recovery Specialists\,  Community Health Workers\, Building Inspectors\,
URL:https://chwari.org/event/the-three-rs-of-hoarding-hosted-by-ri-elder-info/
LOCATION:East Greenwich Veteran Firemen’s Association\, 80 Queen Street\, East Greenwich\, RI\, 02818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T070000
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SUMMARY:Health Professionals\, Peace through Health and American Fragility in a Pandemic Era
DESCRIPTION:Webinar\nWednesday\, January 12 2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST\n“Health Professionals\, Peace through Health and American Fragility in a Pandemic Era“\nHow can public health lead to public trust?\n\nRegister Here \nAfter this webinar\, participants will be able to:\n\nDefine “American fragility”\nIdentify 1-3 possible roles health professionals are already playing to address “national fragility”\nIdentify 1-3 new ways health professionals can increase their professional engagement to address American fragility\nIdentify 1-2 policy options to address American fragility\n\nNote: This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 1 total Category I continuing education contact hours.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/health-professionals-peace-through-health-and-american-fragility-in-a-pandemic-era/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220118T160000
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SUMMARY:Campaign Manager Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Campaign Manager Training Program\nOrganization: Renew US\nLocation: Remote (US) \nProgram Start Date:\nJanuary 18th\, 2022 \nProgram Schedule Options:\nTrack A: Mondays\, Tuesdays\, Wednesdays 7pm-9pm ET\nTrack B: Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, Thursdays 11am-1pm ET\nTrack C: Saturdays 11am-6pm ET (two\, 30-minute breaks between sessions)\n  \nAbout the Program\nThe Renew U.S. Training Program trains up and coming professional progressive campaign managers and staff. We will support alumni of the program as they go on to manage electoral\, ballot initiative\, and issue campaigns in state legislatures across the country. The Training Program will include: \n● Direct instruction\, coaching\, and project-based work\n● Communication\, delegation\, and conflict resolution skills\n● Guest speakers\, Q&As\, and in-person events to facilitate community development\n● Additional career support and opportunities beyond the duration of the program \nThe program will begin January 18th\, 2022 and run for 8 weeks. A typical week will include 2 hours of direct instruction\, 2 hours of discussion or coaching\, and 2 hours of collaborative project-based work. Participation in the program is free. Need-based stipends will also be available by application. We are recruiting a diverse group committed to advancing an ambitious Green New Deal policy platform\, prioritizing outreach to frontline\, BIPOC\, and working class communities. Dedication and alignment with our goals will be given preference over professional experience. All are encouraged to apply regardless of age\, experience\, education\, or location. \nAbout Renew U.S.\nRenew integrates deep organizing\, policy advocacy and electoral politics to achieve immediate state-level policy victories and long-term\, sustained political transformation. In 2020\, we built a strong foundation and a powerful multi-racial coalition of over 150 grassroots organizations. In 2021\, we launched our first training program\, successfully recruiting over 100 participants that will go on to work for progressive causes across the country. This new model is designed to build lasting power and scale on the timeframe needed to meet the social and environmental crises we face. \nOther questions?\nEmail frida@renewnewengland.org \nHow to Apply\n——————————————-\nApply using our Google Form Application! \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeSyOTQ8FKu3wkRUhVcNm-2KDj-iySJ8blBSyZ1nVXKRjKgA/viewform \nProgram Deadlines:\nDecember 10th\, 2021 for Early Admission\nJanuary 8th\, 2022 for General Admission
URL:https://chwari.org/event/campaign-manager-training-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220121T070000
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SUMMARY:Transgender Introductory Primer
DESCRIPTION:How Can You Be An Ally to the Transgender Community?\nFriday\, January 21 2022 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST \n\nAbout this Webinar\nThe Transgender Introductory Primer is ideal for a variety of professionals in the helping and health professions\, particularly mental health\, social service and medical providers. During this training\, participants will learn basic terminology and theory\, how to ask for pronouns\, health disparities facing the transgender community\, resiliency factors\, gender transition paths and support needs\, and targeted best practices. Providers will have an opportunity following the training to list themselves in MaineTransNet’s community health database. \n\n\nWhat you’ll learn\nAt the end of the recording\, participants will be able to: \n\nParticipants will be able to understand basic terminology and theory as they relate to transgender health.\nParticipants will be able to describe health disparities facing the transgender community.\nParticipants will be able to identify resiliency factors\, gender transition paths and support needs\, and targeted best practices for serving the transgender community.\n\n\n\nSubject Matter Experts\n\n\nQuinn GormleyMore\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\nCredential(s) eligible for contact hours:Sponsored by New England Public Health Training Center (NEPHTC)\, a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing\, Inc. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 1 total Category I continuing education contact hours. Maximum advanced-level continuing education contact hours are 1. Provider ID: 1131137 Event ID: PM1131137_01212022.\n \nIf you are not seeking a CHES/MCHES contact hours\, if you complete the post-test and evaluation\, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. The Certificate will include the length of the course.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/transgender-introductory-primer/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:Advanced Navegante Training
DESCRIPTION:Clinica Esperanza is currently accepting applications for our 10-week\, Advanced Navegante Training Program\, which is set to begin on 2/7/2022. Individuals accepted into the program will be trained as Community Health Workers and will have the opportunity to complete a Medical Interpreter course\, completely free of charge. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore information can be found on the application linked here.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe course will include the following:\n1- Community Health Worker Training Certificate (Includes on-site or virtual meetings 2 evening per week for 10 weeks)\n2- Chronic Disease short course (Diabetes\, Hypertension\, Cardiovascular Disease)\n3- Case Management training\n4- Fist AID/CPR training\n5- Formal Medical Interpreter training course: ($650 value- this will be free of charge for Navegante training participants who qualify)\n6- Vida Sana training (Lifestyle change program for low Literacy Spanish -Speaking Adults): One Weekday Evening for 10 weeks.Medical Interpreter Training will be free for individuals who pledge to complete the Navegantes Program. There will be a limited amount of slots available for those who wish to enroll in the Medical Interpreter Course ONLY. Enrolling in the Medical Interpreter Course ONLY will also require cost of tuition.ANTP is set to begin on Monday 2/7/2022. CHW and Vida Sana classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-8:30pm\, respectively. Medical Interpreter classes will be held on Saturdays 8:30am-2:00pm.We thank you for your interest and encourage you to reach out with any questions or topics you would like to hear about throughout the program. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at:Info@aplacetobehealthy.org\nVirgiliol@aplacetobehealthy.org
URL:https://chwari.org/event/advanced-navegante-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220208T070000
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series: Telehealth and the Impact of CHWs
DESCRIPTION:4-Part Webinar Series: The Role of Telehealth in Expanding Access to Health Care and Social Services\nFebruary 8th at 12p EST\n  \nThe Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs(IEA) invites you to a free webinar on:\n\nTelehealth and the Impact of Community Health Workers(CHWs) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebinar Description \nThe rapid expansion of telehealth services to access health care during the COVID19 pandemic raised concerns of widening gaps in health equity among populations at risk. This 4-part webinar series will address these concerns by identifying barriers and by highlighting sustainable models that have reduced inequalities and improved health outcomes. Presenters will describe the role of telehealth and what staffing\, programmatic\, and process changes have been implemented to increase access to health care\, and social services. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDescribe the unique challenges rural communities face in social vulnerability in addition to issues in access to specialty care and comprehensive services that may be mitigated through CHW’s skills in navigating health related social needs and resources to support chronic care management and behavioral health interventions.\nGain awareness of the strengths and limitations of prominent solutions to fill provider vacancies due to barriers in infrastructure\, capacity\, and patient resistance.\nUnderstand the history of the CHWs’ role in team-based care in rural communities in addition to opportunities for their individual advancement through policy and workforce development; with telehealth as a potential vehicle to their increased participation.\nDescribe lessons learned in implementing\, revising\, and sustaining CHW programs financially featuring perspectives on state-wide reimbursement channels versus provider and practice ROI.\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about the series\, contact Veronica Roa at vroa@hrsa.gov. \nFor more resources and tools about telehealth\, visit: \nhttps://www.hrsa.gov/rural-health/telehealth/index.html [lnks.gd].\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://chwari.org/event/webinar-series-telehealth-and-the-impact-of-chws/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T080000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: The How\, What\, and Why of Housing Data Collection
DESCRIPTION:WEBINAR Feb 16th\n1pm EST\n\n\n\n\nThe How\, What\, and Why of Housing Data Collection\nData is a powerful tool\, but health centers often struggle with collecting and accessing the correct data to make meaningful decisions and address patients’ social determinants of health (SDOH). This webinar will explore ways to collect and filter SDOH data for organizational planning and advocacy.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://chwari.org/event/webinar-the-how-what-and-why-of-housing-data-collection/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T100000
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SUMMARY:¡Grupo de Apoyo Para Promotores de Salud en español!
DESCRIPTION:(Support group for Spanish speaking CHWs) \nel 17 de Febrero de 2022\n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM\, (hora eastern)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMHP Salud los invita a un espacio virtual abase del Covid-19 diseñado para promover apoyo en temas relcionados con sus sugerencias que impactan a un(a) promotor(a) de salud.  Un espacio virtual diseñado especialmente para Promotores de Salud por Promotores. Una red de apoyo profesional creando opurtunidades de aprendizaje con el propósito de alinear las mejores practicas en cada sesión virtual. \nUnase para la opurtunidad de desaroyar su conosimento y practica sobre el impacto del autocuidado y la salud mental que sostiene y promueve nuestro trabajo en la comunidad. \nPlaticas/Discusiones sobre: \n\nlos desafíos experimentados durante la pandemia (Covid-19)\nlas mejores prácticas y estrategias de los Promotores de Salud al trabajar con la población de su centro de salud. (opurtunidad de fortlezer y compartir)\nel bienestar y beneficios del autocuidado\nherramientas y recursos relacionado a los temas de las sesiones\n\nEl Grupo de Apoyo programado trimestralmente: 2:00PM a 3:00PM ET \nPara registrarse por favor use el sitio web:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nregistrarse
URL:https://chwari.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-promotores-de-salud-en-espanol/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T103000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: CHWs and Peers’ Role in Diabetes Management
DESCRIPTION:WEBINAR February 24th\n2pm ET (11am PST) \nCommunity Health Workers and Peers’ Role in Diabetes Management\nCSH and MHP Salud are collaborating to deliver a national webinar based on findings and recommendations from our Year 1 report\, “Community Health Workers and Peer Specialists: Key Roles in Addressing Diabetes Control Before and During COVID-19 Health Pandemic.” The webinar will focus on best practices and recommendations for peers and community healthcare workers to play a critical role in diabetes control in their communities and how to adapt their roles to effectively address diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://chwari.org/event/webinar-chws-and-peers-role-in-diabetes-management/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220301
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SUMMARY:American Healthcare in the Post Pandemic Era
DESCRIPTION:American Healthcare in the Post Pandemic Era\nA 4-week online asynchronous course February 28 – March 27\, 2022\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmerican Healthcare in the Post Pandemic Era is built to equip healthcare leaders with strategies for pandemic planning and recovery to apply to business operations in real-time. What was the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic? What are the effects society is still faced with today? Discuss the implications of a post-pandemic world with global experts and fellow change-makers. \nWeekly sessions will be led by Dr. Ashish Jha and Dr. Megan Ranney and will cover key topics like: \n\nImportance of data security\nCounteracting misinformation and responding to crises\nHealth equity and community engagement\nInnovations in healthcare infrastructure\n\n  \nThe program runs from February 28 – March 27\, 2022. Through this online course\, you will be able to work through the course material in your own time\, and still attend live sessions with other professionals in healthcare. \nTuition: $995 \nContinuing Education Credit Available: This live activity is approved for 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information and to register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit their Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAshish K. Jha\, MD\, MPH \nDean of the Brown University School of Public Health and \nProfessor of Health Services\, Policy\, and Practice \nBrown University\, Providence\, RI \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMegan L. Ranney\, MD\, MPH \nDirector\, Brown-Lifespan Center for Digital Health \nWarren Alpert Endowed Professor of Emergency Medicine \nAssociate Dean of Strategy and Innovation\, School of Public Health \nBrown University\, Providence\, RI\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your seat by February 14\, 2022
URL:https://chwari.org/event/american-healthcare-in-the-post-pandemic-era/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220306
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's Association New England Family Conference
DESCRIPTION:MARCH 4-5\, 2022\nTo register\, visit alzfamilyconference.org or call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 \nA FREE virtual conference for individuals living with dementia and family caregivers\n\nFEATURING:\nMarch 4th:\nA One-Day Conference for Individuals Living with Dementia\nSessions include:\nLife After a Diagnosis: A Panel of Individuals Living with Alzheimer’s and\nLiving with Alzheimer’s Educational Series \nMarch 5th:\nA One-Day Conference for Family Caregivers\nSessions include:\nViviendo con Alzheimer: experiencias del cuidado familiar (Presented In Spanish)\nKeynote: Caregiver Conversations: Journey of Hope\, Panel of Caregivers\nLegal & Financial Issues to Consider with Alzheimer’s Disease\nCaregiving\, Ambiguity and Finding The Tools To Thrive and Flourish\nThe Journey of Grief Throughout Caregiving: It Begins with the Diagnosis \nClick Here To Join Our Family Conference Facebook page! \nREGISTER / LEARN MORE\nTo register\, visit alzfamilyconference.org or call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900
URL:https://chwari.org/event/alzheimers-association-new-england-family-conference/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T160000
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SUMMARY:CHW Entranamiento en Adultos Mayores\, en Español
DESCRIPTION:Entranamiento en Español para CHWs:\n“Construyendo Asociaciones Holisticas con Adultos Mayores”\nTraining in Spanish for CHWs:\n“Building Holistic Partnerships with Older Adults”  \nEnglish version at bottom.   \n\nMarch 8 – April 28\, 2022\n(Virtual) \nLa mayoria de las clases seran los Martes 1:00pm-4:00pm con algunas excepciones \nPDF en inglés y español\n\n“Construyendo Asociaciones Holisticas con Adultos Mayores: Un Trabajo de Salud Comunitario\, enfoque centrado en la Persona y Determinantes Sociales de la Salud.” esto se llevara acabo en colaboración con Rhode Island College con el proposito de obterner una especialidad de la Junta de Certificación de Rhode Island en “Adultos Mayores.” Las clases seran virtuales por medio del zoom en español facilitado por Lina Roman\, CCHW de Integra (Care of New England; Lina es la persona que esta al lado izquierdo de la foto.)  Las asignaciones/tareas seran en Ingles pero el participante tendra la opcion de entregar sus respuestas en Español. \nEl entrenamiento GRATUITO capacitara a los Trabajadores Comunitarios de la Salud con los siguientes conocimientos: \n\nCHWs\, Envejecimiento & Fuerza Laboral\nLos Contextos Sociales del Envejecimiento: Obstaculos & Oportunidades\nPracticas en Perspectivas: Construyendo Colaboraciónes que llevan al Empoderamiento\nDeterminantes Sociales de la Salud y el Envejecimiento: Obstaculos & Oportunidades\nAmenazas para el Envejecimiento Saludable: Desafíos de Salud Conductual y Demencia\nEnvejecimiento Saludable\nPotenciación de las Asociaciones y la Navegación de Recursos\n\nEl entrenamiento consistira de clases virtuales programadas por zoom semanalmente\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, y las tareas y actividades seran programadas de forma consecutiva de 1-2 horas adicionales. \nCriterio de Eligibilidad: \n\nTener la Certificación de CHW en Rhode Island (o en proceso de recibir su certificación)\nExperiencia de trabajo o voluntariado con la población de Adultos Mayores\nPrimer Idioma Español con la gran capacidad de leer en Ingles\n\nEl entrenamiento cumple con los requisitos de la Junta de Certificación de Rhode Island para la Especialidad de CCHW en Adultos Mayores. \n\n\nEnlace a la aplicación\nPor favor envie un correo electronico a CHWARI Director Sarah Lawrence con preguntas: slawrence@ric.edu \n \nEl entrenamiento es financeado por el Rhode Island Parent Information Network y es gratuito para los participantes \n \nImplementado por el Institute for Education in Healthcare del Rhode Island College y CHWARI \n\nTraining in Spanish for CHWs:\n“Building Holistic Partnerships\nwith Older Adults”\n\nMarch 8 – April 28\, 2022 (virtual)\nMostly Tuesdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm with some exceptions \nLink to Flyer in English and Spanish\n  \n\n“Building Holistic Partnerships with Older Adults: A Community Health Work\, Person-Centered & Social Determinants of Health Approach” is a training for Community Health Workers aspiring to earn Rhode Island’s CHW Specialty in Older Adults endorsement. The Zoom sessions will be taught in Spanish by Lina Roman\, CCHW of Integra\, Care of New England (Lina is left in the picture.) Assignments will be provided in English but may be answered in Spanish. \nThe FREE training will provide CHWs with knowledge of the following: \n\n\nCHWs\, Aging & the Workforce\nSociological Contexts of Aging: Obstacles & Opportunities\nPractice Perspective: Building Partnerships that Empower\nSocial Determinants of Health & Aging: Obstacles & Opportunities\nThreats to Health Aging: Behavioral Health Challenges & Dementia\nHealthy Aging\nEmpowering Partnerships & Resource Navigation\n\n\nTraining will be comprised of weekly scheduled Zoom sessions\, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, and weekly asynchronous assignments and activities requiring about 1-2 hours of additional time. \nEligibility: \n\n\nRhode Island CHW Certification (or currently in process of applying for)\nExperience working or volunteering with the older adult population\nSpanish speaking as first language; strong ability to read English\n\nThis training fulfills the RI Certification Board’s requirements for the CCHW Specialty in Older Adults endorsement.\nApplication Link\nPlease email CHWARI Director Sarah Lawrence with any questions at slawrence@ric.edu \n \nThis training is funded by the Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) and is free for participants.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-entranamiento-en-adultos-mayores-en-espanol/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220314
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220203T011758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220326T171838Z
UID:10000104-1646852400-1647201599@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Doula Training
DESCRIPTION:Doula Training\, March 10-13\, 2022\nThis is a Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color (BIPOC) Focused Training. Sliding Scale/Scholarships Available. Space is limited. \n\n \nInterest Inquiry Form Here
URL:https://chwari.org/event/doula-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220212T001313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T211959Z
UID:10000109-1647687600-1647694800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Peer to Peer Course
DESCRIPTION:Register for this free 8 session course today!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/nami-peer-to-peer-course/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220131T212132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220309T162105Z
UID:10000103-1647865800-1647871200@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Provider Enrollment & Billing Training
DESCRIPTION:REVISED DATES CONFIRMED!\nMarch 21 and March 25\nCHW Provider Enrollment & Billing Training\n\nRevised dates for previously postponed training! \nNow that Medicaid is preparing to begin reimbursing for some CHW services\, CHWs need to learn how to bill for their time. The RI Executive Office of Health & Human Services is offering the training at the following times – the same material will be covered at all sessions: \nAll the training times are: \n\n\n\nMonday\, March 21\, 12:30-2pm (Zoom link for 3/21)\nFriday\, March 25\, 1:30-3pm (Zoom link for 3/25)\n\n\n\nThe training will include an overview of the CHW benefit from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services and detailed instruction from Gainwell (the company that operates the Medicaid billing system) on the processes to enroll as a Medicaid CHW Provider and to submit claims for payment. \nFor questions about the training\, email Amy Katzen at amy.katzen.ctr@ohhs.ri.gov.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-provider-enrollment-billing-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220304T205455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T171217Z
UID:10000113-1648215000-1648220400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Provider Enrollment & Billing Training
DESCRIPTION:March 25\nCHW Provider Enrollment & Billing Training\n\nRevised dates for previously postponed training! \nNow that Medicaid is preparing to begin reimbursing for some CHW services\, CHWs need to learn how to bill for their time. The RI Executive Office of Health & Human Services is offering the training at the following times – the same material will be covered at all sessions: \nThe training time is: \n\n\n\nFriday\, March 25\, 1:30-3pm (Zoom link for 3/25)\n\n\n\nThe training will include an overview of the CHW benefit from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services and detailed instruction from Gainwell (the company that operates the Medicaid billing system) on the processes to enroll as a Medicaid CHW Provider and to submit claims for payment. \nFor questions about the training\, email Amy Katzen at Amy.Katzen@ohhs.ri.gov.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-provider-enrollment-billing-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220212T005326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T211757Z
UID:10000110-1648285200-1648337400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Parenting Matters Spring 2022 Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 26\, 2022\n\nThe Family Firm: A Data-Driven\nGuide to Better Decision Making in the Early School Years\n9 – 11:30 a.m.\nCEU Credits will be sought for social work\, early childhood professionals\, and mental health professionals. \nPresented by\nEmily Oster\, PhD\nVirtual event via Zoom \nRegister Today!\nwww.lifespan.org/parentingmatters \nBradley Hospital\, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children\, and Lifespan Community Health Institute present the 31st Parenting Matters conference on Saturday\, March 26\, 2022. This half-day event offers parents\, childcare providers\, social workers and teachers a unique opportunity to learn from top child development and behavior professionals in a casual setting. \n 
URL:https://chwari.org/event/parenting-matters-spring-2022-spring-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220324T013156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T173343Z
UID:10000115-1648641600-1648645200@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHWs Networking Gathering
DESCRIPTION: “What’s On Your Mind?”\nCHWs Networking Gathering\n Wednesday\, March 30\n12pm-1pm\, via Zoom\nCome talk with other CHWs about exciting projects\, challenging clients\, employment issues\, the new CHW Medicaid reimbursement coming down the pike\, and whatever else comes up. You decide! This Zoom gathering is hosted by the Community Health Worker Association of Rhode Island. \nWednesday March 30\, 12pm-1pm \nRegister here and be sure to answer the question\, what do you want to talk about?!: \nhttps://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqd-6prDoiE9M2hOQ6rKkrsGe0OxFEu9AN \n(After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) \nChallenge and Favor Please! We need to grow CHWARI to bring the full strength of CHWs to help Rhode Islanders ALL shine with good health and well-being. Please bring a CHW along to the gathering who is not yet a member of CHWARI! \nSee Printable Flyer Here!\nEmail any questions to joinchwari@gmail.com! \nFunded by the Rhode Island Department of Health
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chws-networking-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220327T151026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T184206Z
UID:10000116-1650355200-1650387600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Cardiovascular Disease Diabetes Managment CHW Training
DESCRIPTION:April 19 – June 7\, Tuesdays & Thursdays\, 6-8pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiabetes and heart disease often go hand in hand. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. People with diabetes are twice as likely to have heart disease or a stroke than someone who doesn’t have diabetes—and at a younger age. Learn how to effectively help your community members manage their conditions to live longer\, healthier lives. \n\n\n\nThis training will prepare you to apply for the RI Certification Board’s CCHW Specialty Endorsement in Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes Management. The instructor will be RIC Nursing Professor Deborah Kutenplon.  \n\n\n\nTopics: Motivational Interviewing and Social Determinants of Health\, Stroke\, Heart Disease\, Heart Attack\, Heart Failure\, Atrial Fibrillation\, High Blood Pressure\, High Cholesterol\, Pre-Diabetes\, Diabetes\, Healthy Eating and Weight Control\, Lifestyle Interventions \n\n\n\nNOTE: ALL CLASSES MUST BE ATTENDED (except the May 26th final presentation work session is optional). \n\n\n\nThe deadline for the application is Thursday April 14\, 9pm. If you have any questions\, please email Kyleah Edwards-Benton at kedwardsbento_3255@email.ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunded by the Rhode Island Department of Health \n\n\n\nImplemented by Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare and CHWARI
URL:https://chwari.org/event/cardiovascular-disease-diabetes-managment-chw-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220216T205912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T183228Z
UID:10000112-1650477600-1650484800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Core Competency Training
DESCRIPTION:April 20th – July 13th\, Wednesdays 6-8pm\n\n\n\nZoom online format\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\nSpots Limited!\nCHW Core Competency Training\n(This training is Standard Pace. Click here for Accelerated Pace.) \nThe FREE Community Health Worker Core Competency training includes 12 modules\, each aligned with a set of competencies defined by the Rhode Island Certification Board. This training is a generalist model intended to prepare participants for entry-level CHW positions in community-based social service\, healthcare and behavioral health settings. Each module includes 2 hours of synchronous zoom training plus 4 hours of asynchronous training activities\, for a total of 72 training hours\, fulfilling the 70-hour requirement for RI CHW certification.\n  \nSee the Core Competencies of a Community Health Worker here.\nLearn about getting your Community Health Worker Certification here.\n  \nClasses are Wednesdays\, 6-8pm\nApril 20th – July 13th\, 2022\nSpots are limited! Apply ASAP!\n(Application deadline is April 13th at 9pm.)  \n  \nFunded by the RI Department of Health.  \nImplemented by Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare and CHWARI \n\n\n\nApply Here
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-core-competency-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220412T114700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T114640Z
UID:10000118-1651060800-1651065300@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Gathering - Immigration Status Basics Training
DESCRIPTION:MLPB will provide legal-problem solving guidance specifically for CHWs!  Our last Gathering was super successful with 25 attendees.  Let’s double it!  Register today here: https://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlfumrrz0uHNcRT3SgD4NmpPHst9c3QUnA
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-networking-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220328T140404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T143937Z
UID:10000117-1652119200-1652126400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Accelerated CHW Core Competency Training
DESCRIPTION:May 9th-June 23rd\, Mondays & Thursdays 6-8pm\n\n\n\nZoom online format\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is the “Accelerated Training.  There is also a Standard Pace Training Here.”  Read more about the difference at the bottom. \n\n\n\nAPPLY TODAY!!!\n\n\n\nThe FREE Community Health Worker Core Competency training includes 12 modules\, each aligned with a set of competencies defined by the Rhode Island Certification Board.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis training is a generalist model intended to prepare participants for entry-level CHW positions in community-based social service\, healthcare and behavioral health settings. Each module includes 2 hours of live zoom training plus 4 hours of training activities\, for a total of 72 training hours\, fulfilling the 70-hour requirement for RI CHW certification.  \n\n\n\nSee the Core Competencies of a Community Health Worker here. \n\n\n\nLearn about getting your Community Health Worker Certification here. \n\n\n\nClasses are Mondays & Thursdays\, 6-8pm\n\n\n\nMay 9 – June 23\, 2022\n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\nApplications Due Monday\, May 2nd\, 2pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunded by the Rhode Island Department of Health \n\n\n\nImplemented by Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare and CHWARI \n\n\n\nPlease apply for the Accelerated CHW Core Training if your schedule can fairly easily accommodate two evenings of live zoom classes a week\, with two corresponding sets of assignments. This option will likely appeal to people who are unemployed\, part time employed\, or full time employed but with few other time commitments and who wish to get certified as soon as possible.  \n\n\n\nPossible reasons to choose the Accelerated option: \n\n\n\nyou work better and enjoy making connections among content areas when your learning is concentrated your employer has an upcoming deadline for you to obtain your CHW certification. you want to be certified as a CHW as soon as possible so you can apply for Medicaid reimbursement for your work when the federal government approves that for our state.for summer planning\, you’d like to be done by late June rather than mid July\n\n\n\nLink to Standard Paced Training
URL:https://chwari.org/event/accelerated-chw-core-competency-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220323T145608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T155321Z
UID:10000114-1652292000-1652299200@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Oral Health CHW Training
DESCRIPTION:Oral health is FUNDAMENTAL to overall good health\, yet it is very under-noticed. In this five-hour course\, Community Health Workers will learn the basics around oral health so that they can impart imformation to clients and help their own organizations advocate. \nDr. Sam Zwetchkenbaum\, Chief of the Oral Health Program at the RI Department of Health will instruct. \nMay 11th and May 18th\n6:00pm – 8:00pm\nCertificate of 5 hours upon completion \nRegister here!\nDownload Printable Flyer! \nA note – when you register you will get your own individualized Zoom link. Please do not share that link with colleagues\, and rather\, have them register separately. Thanks! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunded by the Rhode Island Department of Health \n\n\n\nImplemented by Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare and CHWARI
URL:https://chwari.org/event/oral-health-chw-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220418T185734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T200634Z
UID:10000119-1653415200-1653422400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Supervisor Training
DESCRIPTION:(Created by Community Health Workers for Community Health Workers) \n\n\n\nPara español\, desplácese hacia abajo \n\n\n\nMay 24th through July 26th\, Tuesdays\, 6-8pm\n\n\n\nAdvanced\, 30 hour training for CHWs currently in the supervisor role or preparing for it \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you currently supervising Community Health Workers or are you preparing for that role?  This FREE\, virtual\, 30 hour training delivered by former CHWs/CHW Supervisors gives you the tools you need to maximize your effectiveness.  \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\nFoundation for CHW SupervisionSupervision PracticesRestorative Practices and Conflict ResolutionHiring and Onboarding CHWsBuilding Community PartnershipsKeeping CHWs SafeQuality ImprovementCommunity Health Worker EthicsSustaining Excellent Supervision\n\n\n\nRequirements: Rhode Island CCHW certified (or applying)\, employed in RI and currently supervising CHWs or employer plans for you to do so\, reference information from a CHW with whom you have worked\, and reference information from your current employer. \n\n\n\nZoom classes are Tuesday evenings 6-8pm from May 24 to July 26\, 2022.  Attendance is required at all sessions. Participants will also turn in weekly assignments totalling 1-2 hours/week\, for a training total of 30 hours.. \n\n\n\nHow to Apply:\n\n\n\nApply here by May 16th\, 9pm: https://forms.gle/iLCkuueaJYvULQVh8 \n\n\n\nBilingual Flyer Here\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Sarah Lawrence at slawrence@ric.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDelivered through Rhode Island College and funded by RI Department of Health \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCapacitación de Supervisores de CHW\n\n\n\n(Creado por trabajadores de salud comunitarios para trabajadores de salud comunitarios) \n\n\n\nCapacitación avanzada de 30 horas para CHWs que actualmente desempeñan el rol de supervisor o se preparan para ello \n\n\n\n24 de Mayo – 26 de Julio \, Martes 6-8pm\, Virtual En Zoom \n\n\n\nMas asignaciones asincrónicas semanales \n\n\n\n¿Está supervisando actualmente a los trabajadores de salud comunitarios o se está preparando para ese rol? Esta capacitación  es GRATUITA\, virtual y de 30 horas impartida por ex -supervisores  CHW / CHW que le brindaran las herramientas que necesita para alcanzar su máxima efectividad. \n\n\n\nLos temas incluyen: \n\n\n\nFundación para la Supervisión de CHWPrácticas de supervisiónPrácticas restaurativas y resolución de conflictosContratación e incorporación de CHWsCreación de asociaciones comunitariasMantener seguros a los CHWMejorando la calidadÉtica de los trabajadores de salud comunitariosMantener una excelente supervisión\n\n\n\nRequisitos: Certificacion de CCHW de Rhode Island (o solicitante)\, empleado en RI y actualmente supervisando CHW o planes de empleador para que usted lo haga\, información de referencia de un CHW con el que ha trabajado e información de referencia de su empleador actual. \n\n\n\nLas clases de Zoom son los Martes por la noche de 6 a 8 pm apartir del 24 de Mayo al 26 de Julio de 2022. Se requiere de su asistencia a todas las sesiones. Los participantes también entregarán tareas semanales de 1-2 horas por semana\, para un total de capacitación de 30 horas. \n\n\n\nSolicite aquí antes del 16 de Mayo: https://forms.gle/iLCkuueaJYvULQVh8 \n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envíe un correo electrónico a Sarah Lawrence a slawrence@ric.edu. \n\n\n\nEntregado a través de Rhode Island College y financiado por el Rhode Island Departmento de Salud
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-supervisor-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220507T144813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T142525Z
UID:10000120-1653480000-1653483600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Food Access Gathering May 25th
DESCRIPTION:“Let’s Talk Food Access-Who and How to Partner” \n\n\n\nJoin fellow CHWs at this virtual gathering with the RI Food Policy Council to dive into food systems. Hear from CHW Natalie Harris of the Newport Health Equity Zone and Caitlin Mandel of  the RI Food Policy Council. Agenda and more details posted here soon (hopefully by May 24th)!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-food-access-gathering-may-25th/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175836
CREATED:20220531T145147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T153611Z
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SUMMARY:Pawtucket & Central Falls Chw Networking Series!
DESCRIPTION:Family Service of RI and LISC RI’s networking series is open to Community Health Workers and those in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls. \n\n\n\nMonthly in-person network meetings for training\, resource sharing and professional development.Monthly virtual office hours with network facilitator for drop in support.Access to professional network of like-minded\, local change-makers.\n\n\n\n2022 NETWORK MEETING DATES:\n\n\n\nTo be held in person at Adams Public Library in Central Falls\, from 12:00-1:30PM \n\n\n\nMay 31June 28July 26August 30September 27October 25November 29December 27\n\n\n\nSee Flyer here! \n\n\n\nIndividuals particpating in the network meetings may be eligible to receive CEU’s for qualifying meetings through the RI Certification Board of Community Health Workers. \n\n\n\nContact Kinzel at thomaski@familyserviceri.org for more information! \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer:
URL:https://chwari.org/event/pawtucket-central-falls-community-health-worker-networking-series/2022-05-31/
LOCATION:Adams Public Library\, 205 Central Street\, Central Falls\, Rhode Island\, 02863\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. This is an in-person training. \n\n\n\nAFTER THE COURSE\, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:• Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges\, including anxiety\, depression\, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).• Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.• Understand how to interact with a young person in crisis.• Know how to connect a young person with help.• Better understand trauma\, substance use\, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying \n\n\n\nFor more information\, click here. \n\n\n\nTo register\, email Joe Coffey at blueaidconsulting@gmail.com
URL:https://chwari.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:Warwick Public Library\, 600 Sandy Lane\, Warwick\, Rhode Island\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Aid Consulting":MAILTO:blueaidconsulting@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Autism Thinking Series 
DESCRIPTION:Join The Autism Project for a 3-Part “Autism Thinking” Series\n\n\n\n\nSee Event Website\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“Autism Thinking” is designed to inform participants of the neurodevelopmental characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). An understanding of these characteristics arms participants with the knowledge required to support individuals with ASD in their daily lives. Participants will also review the latest research on autism and substance abuse. \n\n\n\nThe series is held on Tuesday from 5:30-7:30PM on ZOOM. The dates are: \n\n\n\n– June 7th\, 2022– June 14th\, 2022– June 21st\, 2022 \n\n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://bit.ly/newportcountypc\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer:
URL:https://chwari.org/event/autism-thinking-series/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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