BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Community Health Worker Association of RI - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Community Health Worker Association of RI X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chwari.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Community Health Worker Association of RI REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240805T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240712T150247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T152958Z UID:10000873-1722877200-1722884400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Taller de Solicitud de Certificación como CHW en Español en persona DESCRIPTION:Scroll down for English \n\n\n\n¡Obtén tu Certificación como CHW! \n\n\n\nComienza a preparar tu solicitud\, incluye el portafolio\, para tu presentación a la Junta de Certificación de RI \n\n\n\nEsta presentacion sera en persona en Rhode Island College \n\n\n\nAgosto 5\, 20245:00 pm to 7:00 pmAlger Hall 105Rhode Island College\, Providence \n\n\n\nSi ya ha tomado una capacitación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios y desea orientación sobre cómo solicitar la certificación de CHW en RI\, en Español ¡Este taller es para usted!  Este taller en persona es gratuito te dará consejos\, preparar tu portafolio. Tenga en cuenta: CHWARI no proporciona la certificación en sí; esa autoridad reside en la Junta de Certificación de RI. Este taller te brindara una orientación básica\, pero lo remitirá al RICB para preguntas más complejas.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Obtener mi certificación CHW me ayudó a conseguir un ascenso en mi trabajo. También me ayudó a seguir adelante con la obtención de una Licenciatura en Ciencias del Comportamiento. Convertirse en una CCHW puede abrir tantas oportunidades\, que vale la pena el tiempo y el esfuerzo para obtener la Certificación.” \n\n\n\n– Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n\n\nLa certificación (o un plan con su empleador para obtenerla) esta certificacion es necesaria para obtener el reembolso de Medicaid por sus servicios de CHW\, ¡Así que regístrese hoy! \n\n\n\n*Este taller está abierto a aquellos que: \n\n\n\n\nHan completado 70 horas de Capacitación como CHW de Competencia Básica\, o que actualmente están inscritos en un programa de capacitación que resultará en el cumplimiento de ese requisito (haber solicitado dicha capacitación no cuenta\, pero tendremos otros talleres en el futuro)\n\n\n\nSi están empleados como TCS deberan completar las 1000 horas de trabajo en los proximos dos meses\, sino tienen ya las horas requeridas.\n\n\n\nSi han completado (o cerca de) 50 horas de supervisión trabajando como CHW\n\n\n\n\nSi aún no ha completado la Capacitación de TCS de Competencia Básica\, únase a la Asociación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios de RI aquí para conocer las próximas oportunidades de capacitación.  \n\n\n\nRegístrate para este taller antes de Agosto 2\, 2024. Envía un correo electrónico a la Cordinadora Bilingue del Programa de CHWARI\, Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu con cualquier pregunta.  \n\n\n\n\nRegístrate\n\n\n\n\nLearn How to Apply for CHW Certification!\n\n\n\nCHW Certification Application Workshop en Español \n\n\n\nBegin preparing your application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board \n\n\n\nAugust 5\, 2024\, 5pm-7pm5:00 pm to 7:00 pmAlger Hall 105Rhode Island College\, Providence \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you have already taken a Community Health Worker core competency training and want guidance on applying for CHW certification in RI\, in Spanish\, this workshop is for you! This free In-Person workshop will give advice about preparing your portfolio. Please note: CHWARI does not provide the certification itself; the RI Certification Board does. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTestimonial:\n\n\n\n“Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities\, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” \n\n\n\n– Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n\n\nCertification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services\, so register today! \n\n\n\n*This workshop is open to those who: \n\n\n\n\nHave completed 70 hours of Core Competency CHW Training\, or who are currently enrolled in a training program that will result in meeting that requirement (having applied for such a training does not count\, but we will have other workshops in the future)\n\n\n\nAre employed as CHWs\n\n\n\nWill fulfill the 1000 CHW work hours required within the next two months\n\n\n\n\nIf you have not yet completed Core Competency CHW Training\, join the Community Health Worker Association of RI here to learn about upcoming training opportunities. \n\n\n\nRegister for this workshop here ASAP! \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator\, Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI housed at the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. URL:https://chwari.org/event/taller-de-solicitud-de-certificacion-como-chw-en-espanol-en-persona-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Certification.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240710T133501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T145102Z UID:10000871-1721930400-1721937600@chwari.org SUMMARY:Asylum INfo Session DESCRIPTION:Are any of your clients seeking Asylum (safe refuge) in this country?  \n\n\n\nTogether\, Students for Immigrant Justice (SCIJ) and ONA are co-organizing an asylum legal clinic info session on July 25th from 6-8pm at SouthSide Cultural Center. This is the first step towards our Asylum Legal Clinic taking place on August 10th. They are seeking volunteers to help us make this possible. \n\n\n\nThis free public event will cover the asylum immigration process\, including eligibility\, benefits\, and risks. The session will be available in English\, Spanish\, Haitian Creole\, and Portuguese. Cick language for flyer.    \n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer Registration\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Folks can reach out to Anna Johnson (ajohnson@scijimmigration.org) or Yuselly Mendoza (yuselly@ona-providence.org) URL:https://chwari.org/event/asylum-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/RI-Asylum-Clinic-Informational-Session-Flyer-English.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240708T164759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T165418Z UID:10000869-1721914200-1721917800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Envision Webinar- Program Showcase DESCRIPTION:Envision Equity Webinar \n\n\n\nJuly webinar – July 25th1:30pm ESTCHW Program Showcase featuring State\, Tribal\, Local and Island Nation Health Departments \n\n\n\nPresenters will highlight how CCR-2109 supports the development of their CHW programs with an emphasis on CHW voice and leadership. We will be celebrating the successes of local\, tribal\, state and Island Nation health departments. envision will demonstrate how myenvision\, an online community platform\, is strengthening the CHW workforce by creating sustainable connections across the country\, island\, and sovereign nations. \n\n\n\nRead more and register here URL:https://chwari.org/event/envision-webinar-program-showcase/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/envision-ccr-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T113000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240617T154025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T154827Z UID:10000867-1721901600-1721907000@chwari.org SUMMARY:Employment MLPB Training DESCRIPTION:Our Rhode Island-based community health worker colleagues are invited to join MLPB for a training on Employment on July 25th from 10:00AM – 11:30AM. By the end of this session\, you will have learned to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize public policies\, systems\, and structures that impact people’s employment opportunities\n\n\n\nIdentify benefits and rights\, including legal protections\, available to workers\n\n\n\nApply strategies to support workers enforcing their rights and accessing available employment benefits\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here \n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEuf-6prTIpH9KVZChrRpsZAuHpsneng-ta URL:https://chwari.org/event/employment-mlpb-training/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/A_fast_track_to_employment_for_migrants_and_refugees.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MLPB":MAILTO:jgilbert@mlpb.health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240710T132739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T132811Z UID:10000870-1721811600-1721836800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Black Maternal Mental Health Summit DESCRIPTION:The Urban Perinatal Education Center is hosting a Black Maternal Mental Health Summit: Action Planning; The Conversation Continues at Rhode Island College on July 24\, 2023 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. \n\n\n\nThis event is the follow up from RI BMMHW23 feedback to re-design and re-imagine quality\, dedicated\, safe\, perinatal mentally healthy families. URL:https://chwari.org/event/black-maternal-mental-health-summit/ LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/black-maternal-health-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240611T163755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T173127Z UID:10000866-1720699200-1720704600@chwari.org SUMMARY:Leadership for the Future CHW Networking Gathering DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in building a powerful and diverse network? \n\n\n\nWould you like to learn about an intensive leadership program for diverse leaders from community groups and labor unions? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin your fellow CHWs at a networking gathering to learn about the “Leadership for the Future” program. Haley De La Rosa\, Workforce Development Labor Liasion at the RI Institute for Labor Studies and Research will present. \n\n\n\nLeadership for the Future is an intensive leadership development program that gathers diverse leaders from community groups\, labor unions\, and religious communities to forge relationships and networks that will forever benefit them\, their organizations\, and their communities. It generates a powerful\, committed\, and diverse network of graduates that learn from each other and take action together to achieve the shared goals of economic and social justice for ALL Rhode Islanders. Participants examine the process and impact of social influence and leadership on the many issues facing Rhode Islanders today. \n\n\n\nExpect to learn about their: \n\n\n\n\nParticipatory Workshops\n\n\n\nCommunity Action Projects\n\n\n\nApplication Process (their application opens in the fall)\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHaley De La Rosa is the Workforce Development Labor Liaison at Rhode Island’s premier worker center\, the Institute for Labor Studies and Research (ILSR). Originally from the Lower Rio Grande Valley in Texas\, Haley moved to Rhode Island in 2013 with a vision to expand opportunities for multilingual learners in the workforce and create new pathways to family sustaining jobs for recent immigrants and historically underrepresented groups. She is a Commissioner on the Rhode Island Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. State Holiday Commission\, Secretary for the Coalition for Labor Union Women Rhode Island chapter\, and a board member of the Rhode Island Committee on Occupational Safety & Health.   URL:https://chwari.org/event/leadership-for-the-future-chw-networking-gathering/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,CHWARI Networking Gathering,Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240430T170436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T150824Z UID:10000845-1719563400-1719576000@chwari.org SUMMARY:CHWs and Housing Training DESCRIPTION:This training is to introduce community health workers to the “lay of the land” regarding housing in Rhode Island. You will learn about housing resources\, challenges\, partnering opportunities\, advocacy\, and employment of CHWs in the sector. The curriculum was developed by a subject matter expert at Haus of Codec in collaboration with CHWARI at RIC. It will be presented by Julio E. Berroa (He/Xe\, They)\, Haus of Codec Executive Director. \n\n\n\nCompleters will obtain a certificate of completion from CHWARI. \n\n\n\nFive SEPARATE\, standalone trainings are being offered. Please sign up only for the one\, and only one\, you wish to attend. If you need to change dates later\, we will be happy to accommodate you and most likely will be able to given enough notice. \n\n\n\nApplication links are separate for all separate training dates. Please choose one: \n\n\n\nMay 10 12:30pm-4:00pm \n\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/npag2YgdBEeXZ4x37 \n\n\n\nMay 31 8:30am-Noon \n\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/W3yLQqRWEReteD8G8 \n\n\n\nJune 7 5:30pm-9:00pm \n\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/WwzBTPPJBMPEn3By9 \n\n\n\nJune 14 12:30pm-4:00pm \n\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/j3SvG8JLdmZBYdeT8 \n\n\n\nJune 28 8:30am-Noon \n\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/ATNJqYMSgkHKqWBT6 URL:https://chwari.org/event/chws-and-housing-training/2024-06-28/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/securing-permanent-housing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240522T144504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T145221Z UID:10000861-1719489600-1719495000@chwari.org SUMMARY:Certification Application Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Apply for Certification!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin preparing your CHW application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board. \n\n\n\nVirtual over ZoomIf you have already taken a Community Health Worker training and want guidance on applying for CHW certification in RI\, this workshop is for you! This free virtual workshop will give advice\, clarity and facts about preparing your portfolio. Please note: CHWARI does not provide the certification itself; that authority resides with the RI Certification Board. In that light\, this workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\nCertification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services\, so register today! \n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to those who: \n\n\n\n\nHave completed 70 hours of Core Competency CHW Training\, or who are currently enrolled in a training program that will result in meeting that requirement (having applied for such a training does not count\, but we will have other workshops in the future)\n\n\n\nAre employed as CHWs or who have completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent years\n\n\n\nHave completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent years\n\n\n\n\nIf you have not yet completed Core Competency CHW Training\, join the Community Health Worker Association of RI here to learn about upcoming training opportunities. \n\n\n\nRegister for this workshop ASAP! \n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email CHWARI’s Project Certification Specialist\, Daniel Dodd\, ddodd@ric.edu. Alternatively\, CHW Communications & Outreach Assistant\, Dimaura Tavares\, at dtavares@ric.edu. URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-4/ CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Certification.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240524T145020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T145448Z UID:10000863-1719410400-1719421200@chwari.org SUMMARY:CHW Career Fair DESCRIPTION:Are you an employer looking to hire CHWs? Are you a CHW looking for work! Let’s get you connected! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin CHWARI’s CHW Apprenticeship Program for a Career Fair at the RIC Workforce Development Hub. (Bus accessible!) \n\n\n\nWe are expecting more than ten employers and dozens of jobs! Register today! \n\n\n\nWednesday June 26th\, 2024 2:00-5:00pm at the RIC Workforce Development Hub \n\n\n\nLocated at 934 Dexter St\, Central Falls\, RI 02863 \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-career-fair-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240604T185109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T144022Z UID:10000864-1718884800-1718890200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Vision Impairment CHW Networking Gathering DESCRIPTION:Have you found yourself in the dark trying to provide resources to a legally blind person? \n\n\n\nRegister for CHWARI’s next networking gathering to get an overview of how vision impairments affect daily social and professional life\, and how CHWs can best help! \n\n\n\nPresenter Arlene Fernandez (she/hers)\, CCHW\, Bilingual Consumer Resource Specialist at RIPIN\, has been legally blind since birth. She will share her personal experience with having an IEP\, reading through braille\, and later\, navigating professional life with a vision impairment. She is excited to share how limited vision should not limit your life! \n\n\n\nExpect to learn about: \n\n\n\n\nEffective methods of orientation and mobility\n\n\n\nAccessibility apps for smartphone and computer\n\n\n\nEffective ways to provide assistance to people with visual impairments\n\n\n\n\nHer presentation will be followed by a Q & A and then 30 minutes of CHW Networking! Bring links to resources you’d like to share! \n\n\n\nBring links to resources you’d like to share! \n\n\n\n\nRegister! URL:https://chwari.org/event/vision-impairment-chw-networking-gathering/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,CHWARI Networking Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/vision-impairment.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240410T212011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T134508Z UID:10000840-1718269200-1718294400@chwari.org SUMMARY:RI CHW Conference 2024 DESCRIPTION:CHW Conference Mission:CHWs come together to advocate for the profession and pave the way towards a future of health equity in Rhode Island. \n\n\n\n\n\nThank you for the wonderful energy and to all the CHW hard work that went into this successful event!\n\n\n\nAre you interested in planning next year’s conference! Connect with the CHW Voices for Leadership & Advocacy group to learn about the planning process! Check out other opportunities to connect with CHW on our Networking page! Scroll past pictures for conference presentations and resources. \n\n\n\n\nSurvey (Complete to Receive Certificate)\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\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\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\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPost conference resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCollaborative Resilience Presentation\n\n\n\nWorkshop led by Donna Sennett \n\n\n\nCommunity Resilience Presentation\n\n\n\nWorkshop led by Ámbar Delgado and Geraldine McPhee \n\n\n\nAccompanying Resources: \n\n\n\n\nCommunity Health Workers: Department of Health (ri.gov)\n\n\n\nRhode Island’s Health Equity Zone (HEZ) Initiative: Department of Health (ri.gov)\n\n\n\nTake your ACE Test : Understand your health risks. (stopabusecampaign.org)\n\n\n\n\nEmotional Resilience Presentation\n\n\n\nWorkshop led by Wiston Delgado and Perla Fernandez \n\n\n\nAccompanying Resources: \n\n\n\n\nDr Maria Sirois website: https://www.mariasirois.com/  \n\n\n\nTedx talk:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohGMg-LJCjs&t=372s\n\n\n\nTricounty programs\, including yoga\n\n\n\nYoga flyer\, free classes offered in Johnston\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Resilience Presentation\n\n\n\nWorkshop led by Swanette Salazar and Rachel Young \n\n\n\nAccompanying Resources: \n\n\n\n\nIGLOO Method for Burnout Prevention\n\n\n\nhttps://www.cdc.gov/niosh/learning/publichealthburnoutprevention/default.html\n\n\n\nhttps://www.workplacementalhealth.org/employer-resources/infographics/infographic-beating-burnout-at-work\n\n\n\nhttps://www.cdc.gov/howrightnow/wellbeing/index.html\n\n\n\n\n\nCHW Communications ToolsWhat is a Community Health Worker (English) (Spanish)Training Videos (English\, Spanish\, Closed Caption) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS35A8sS2cgaykxgvv4X9lKQSWp8zbQ2c \n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\nPowerpoints from workshops coming soon! \n\n\n\nClose section\n\n\n\n\nDid you get photos taken?\n\n\n\nThey should be emailed to you shortly with a dropbox link. Check your spam folder! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Rhode Island Department of Health and Rhode Island College for the Community Health Worker Conference\, where we celebrate the invaluable contributions of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Rhode Island. Dedicated to advocating for the profession and championing health equity\, this conference serves as a rallying point for CHWs to connect\, collaborate\, and pave the way toward the future we want for all in Rhode Island”. Through engaging sessions and dynamic discussions\, we’ll elevate the vital role of CHWs and provide a platform to honor our tireless efforts. From professional development workshops to policy discussions that center community voice\, attendees will gain invaluable insights aligned with the core competency domain required for Rhode Island CHW certification. \n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\nJoin Rhode Island Department of Health and Rhode Island College for the Community Health Worker Conference\, where we celebrate the invaluable contributions of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Rhode Island. Dedicated to advocating for the profession and championing health equity\, this conference serves as a rallying point for CHWs to connect\, collaborate\, and pave the way toward the future we want for all in Rhode Island”. Through engaging sessions and dynamic discussions\, we’ll elevate the vital role of CHWs and provide a platform to honor our tireless efforts. From professional development workshops to policy discussions that center community voice\, attendees will gain invaluable insights aligned with the core competency domain required for Rhode Island CHW certification.​This conference is more than just a gathering—it’s a catalyst for positive change\, empowering CHWs to drive impactful interventions\, advocate for their communities\, and shape the landscape of health in Rhode Island. Join us as we come together to celebrate the past\, present\, and future of the CHW profession\, united in our shared commitment to fostering healthier\, more equitable communities across the state.What to ExpectDuring this day-long conference\, you’ll connect with fellow CHWs and explore interactive workshops and networking activities with partners. CHW leaders will facilitate the conference using content based on nationally recognized best practices. The conference has been designed around four key pillars to address the most pressing needs CHWs are facing :1. Self-care: Practice self-care in the face of structural challengesIdentify steps needed for self-care amidst the challenges that we face as CHWs. Find peace and balance through community grounding and protective practices. Address trauma using effective resources and principles that you can apply to your role as a community health worker.2. The CHW Profession: Amplify the value of the CHW RoleDevelop your confidence and storytelling skills to amplify the value of the community health worker role. Discover how to recognize and leverage existing community resources to strengthen your impact and effectiveness.3. Resources: Collaborate to realize community resources more fullyExplore the practice of authentic collaboration to ensure consistent access to essential community resources. Map community assets and find champions to understand the wrap-around systems needed for comprehensive care.This Event is Free!We want this conference to be accessible to all community health workers in Rhode Island. As such\, the event is entirely free for attendees.MEALS:Breakfast & Lunch will be provided. TRANSPORTATION:​​Arrival by Bus: This venue is on a RIPTA bus route.  Plan your trip here. Here is a campus map – you will also see the bus stop highlighted in “golden” yellow and this is a short walk over to John Lincoln Alger Hall\, 110.​​Arrival by Car: Parking lot B\, near Roberts Hall\, is recommended for anyone attending the full conference as Lot C and D fill up quickly. Here is a campus map. Here are directions from Google Maps.​​Certificate of Attendance: Upon request\, we can provide this after you complete the session’s evaluation. \n\n\n\nClose section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Planning Committee\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese CHWs and allies planned this conference for you! Many will facilitate individual workshops. We will add their bios as they come in! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFelix A Colon Jr\, LCSW\, CHW \n\n\n\nDirector of Family and Strengthening\, Connecting for Children and Families  \n\n\n\n\nFelix will facilitate the Networking Session \n\n\n\nAbout Felix\n\n\n\nFelix Colon’s decade-long tenure at Connecting for Children and Families (CCF) has been marked by remarkable professional ascent and impactful contributions. Starting as a Family Engagement Coordinator\, he rose to become the Director of Family Strengthening\, overseeing both the community health worker team and the Front St Family Center. Alongside his tenure\, Felix pursued academic advancement\, earning a Master’s in Social Work with a Macro focus.In 2017\, Felix seized the opportunity to transition into a Diabetes Prevention coach role\, igniting a trajectory of leading various Diabetes Prevention programs (DPP)\, including workshops on Chronic Disease and Chronic Pain Management. Outside CCF\, Felix’s commitment to community well-being extended to clinical work with youths aged 11-21 at Jamat Housing: Turning The Corner group home. Here\, his focus on Mental Health and Wellness and the Abuse Reactive Treatment Program showcased his exceptional ability to guide individuals through trauma and abuse-related challenges. Felix’s ability to integrate clinical insights into community health initiatives reflects his versatility and dedication to family-centered practice. He is for driving positive change and fostering healthier communities through his advocacy and leadership at CCF and beyond. Felix also co-facilitates monthly Woonsocket Community Health Worker Network meetings with Linda Brunetti from the Autism Project.  \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nÁmbar Delgado\, CCHWManager | Advocacy | Tobacco Free Rhode Island \n\n\n\n\nÁmbar will facilitate the Community Resiliency Worshop \n\n\n\nAbout Ámbar\n\n\n\nÁmbar Delgado obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Microbiology from the University of Puerto Rico. In 2018 she relocated to Rhode Island after been accepted at Brown’s University Neuroscience Post-Bac Program. However\, it was her innate passion for population-based interventions and moral duty that led her to join the non-profit sector during the heightened of the SARS-19; while also working at nights as a Neuroscience Research Assistant at Brown. While fulfilling her duties as a Project Coordinator for the 02907 Health Equity Zone (HEZ); Ámbar had the opportunity to witness first-hand the impact and importance of Community Health Workers (CHWs) when delivery evidence-based approaches to increase Health Equity. The former been what led her to become a certified CHW. Ámbar’s innate curiosity for learning; led her to apply and being accepted at a summer Global Public Health Program at Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health in 2023\, centering her final paper manuscript around asthma and air pollution in RI.During her time at West Elmwood Housing 02907 HEZ\, Ms. Delgado had the opportunity to address a battery of socio-economic determinants of health such as exacerbated asthma rates\, indoors and outdoors air quality\, housing and food insecurity\, social and emotional resiliency\, and health literacy among 02907 demographic. Ámbar is passionate about climate justice\, lung health\, Policy and Systems changes and Social and Emotional resiliency. Ámbar’s educational background\, professional goals\, asthma lived experiences and organic interest in lung health\, recently led her to join The American Lung Association of RI as the Manager of Advocacy for Tobacco Free RI Network. In her free time\, she enjoys using her CHW to serve as a volunteer case worker for the Rhode Island Medical Navigator Partnership with Brown Medical School\, spending time with her cat\, weightlifting and reading. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWiston Delgado Ortegano (he/him/el)\, CCHW \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker\, Point32Health \n\n\n\n\nWiston will facilitate the Emotional Resilience Workshop \n\n\n\nAbout Wiston\n\n\n\nWiston Delgado is a born and raised Venezuelan\, who has been living in the United States since 2013. Since that time\, he developed real estate projects in Miami – Orlando\, Florida\, Rhode Island and Massachusetts for 7 years. In 2020 he decided to move to Rhode Island where he certified as a Community Health Worker/ Promotor de Salud.He has worked in different organizations like Progreso Latino\, Gateway\, and the My Gente program through Lifespan. He was a member for Rhode 2 Equity in Pawtucket and Central Falls area\, and currently he is part of the staff at Point32Health/Tufts Health Plan in Rhode Island under Katie Beckett Program to support Parent living for Children with Special needs. There he is a big collaborator because he fully understands the importance of the Latinx community and how to make it more visible.Wiston Currently is Co-lead with Lina Roman the Latinx CHW support Group in Rhode Island. CHWs share their Challenge\, listen compassionately and share resources\, and get support we need to do the difficult work we do.He is also interested in arts and dancing; He attends a local theater where he’s been part of a few plays. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteffany Dejesus (she/her)\, MPH\, CCHWCHW Advocate Supervisor\, BosWell Health \n\n\n\n\nConference Planning Committee \n\n\n\nAbout Steffany\n\n\n\nAs a certified Community Health Worker\, I aim to address social determinants of health surrounding underserved and socioeconomically impacted communities to maintain\, protect and improve the health status and wellbeing of our Neighbors. I graduated from Boston University in Massachusetts with my Master of Public Health degree with a specialization in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. Throughout my career\, I’ve focused on bringing social justice and health equity into communities through advocacy and community capacity building. I have experience in program implementation\, health education\, and environmental health among others public health topics and areas. As a CHW\, I hope to continue to address health disparities and the barriers to healthcare and services that are essential to achieve the best possible health outcomes in low-income communities in Rhode Island. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaria Diaz (she/her)\, CHWCommunity Health Worker\, Connecting Children & Families \n\n\n\n\nConference Planning Committee\, Event MC \n\n\n\nAbout Daria\n\n\n\nDaria Diaz has served the community of Woonsocket as a Community Health Worker for Connecting for Children and Families for about 2 and a half years now. She started as a parent utilizing the services from PAT then became a parent educator. She is a Certified medical interpreter and her goal is to become an immigration specialist and provide those services to those who are documented and undocumented in the city of Woonsocket. She will serve as the MC for the conference. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerla Fernadez\, BSW\, CCHWCommunity Health Worker\, TriCounty Health Equity Zone \n\n\n\nPerla will facilitate the Emotional Resilience Workshop \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClaudia Hincapie\, CCHWResident Service Coordinator\, One Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\nConference Planning Committee \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarimir Lora (she/her)\, BA\, CCHW \n\n\n\nCommunity Outreach Advocates SupervisorProvidence Community Health Centers \n\n\n\n\nMarimir will be co-facilitating the Collaborative Resilience Workshop \n\n\n\nAbout Marimir\n\n\n\nMarimir is the Community Outreach Advocate’s supervisor at Providence Community Health Centers (PCHC). She has worked in the CHW field since 2019 when she was recruited by PCHC and joined the first CHW apprenticeship program in RI. She was promoted to the Senior CHW position at PCHC in 2021\, and later transitioned to supervisor of the community health worker team. She is a CHW board certified with a specialty in Cardiovascular Health and Diabetes Endorsement and holds a bachelor’s degree in Organization Leadership and Change from College Unbound.Marimir was born and raised in The Dominican Republic and moved to the U.S. 9 years ago. She was previously working as a Certified Nursing Assistant taking care of predominantly Hispanic patients who were homebound in their home and in need of supports and services; that’s when she realized she needed to do more for her community based on what she had seen her patients experience such as a lack of support\, knowledge\, and awareness of needs.She has worked with many Health Equity Zones to address socioeconomic and racial inequities\, bringing personal and professional experiences to the discussion. She has participated in many events such as the Unity Conference with the NACHW; bringing awareness on the impact of CHWs and the role they play in improving access to healthcare\, helping connect support systems\, and increasing access to social services. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGeraldine McPhee\, CCHWPolicy & Systems Specialist\, RIPIN \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker Consultant\, Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) \n\n\n\n\nGeraldine will facilitate the Community Resilience Workshop \n\n\n\nAbout Gerry\n\n\n\nGeraldine McPhee has over 45 years of experience building community with people with disabilities and learning differences. She is a CCHW and a recognized facilitator of family and community engagement at RIPIN\, Inc. With support from the Rhode Island Department of Health\, she co-founded RI CHW Voices with Swanette Salazar.  She finds resiliency in relationships with others\, in nature\, and through the arts. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLina Roman (she/her)\, CCHW \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker\, Integra \n\n\n\nBilingual Coordinator\, Community Health Worker Association of RI \n\n\n\n\nLina will provide the opening words to the conference \n\n\n\nAbout Lina\n\n\n\nLina Roman\, holds an Associate Certificate in Computer Office Technology from New England Tech\, a Certificate in Social and Human Services from Rhode Island College\, and certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) from RIC/CHWARI. Over the years\, she has dedicated herself to serving the Hispanic community\, leveraging her skills and expertise to ensure access to vital health programs and resources.As the Bilingual Program Coordinator at CHWARI\, she leads training sessions in Spanish for our CHWs\, empowering them to effectively serve Spanish-speaking populations. At Integra Care of New England\, she has spent 6 ½ years as a CCHW in a complex care program\, assisting patients in addressing both medical conditions and social needs\, particularly those frequenting emergency rooms.“My passion lies in advocating for the Hispanic community\, with a focus on preventing and managing chronic illnesses. I have been a staunch advocate for lead poisoning prevention\, striving to protect families from this pervasive threat. Additionally\, my involvement as a Board Director at CLAP underscores my commitment to addressing disparities\, particularly concerning the homeless population.In 2023\, I served as an ambassador for the 1st Conference for CHWs in RI\, furthering my dedication to advancing the field. Currently\, I lead a Latinx Support Group for CHWs in RI\, providing mentorship and support to new CHWs while fostering a collaborative and empowering environment.I participated this year as a Panelist on the Summit for RIPHA 2024\, Innovative Approaches to Advance Health Equity; my topic was talk in regards to “Bridging Communication Gaps in Marginalized Communities as Latinx”.Looking ahead\, I am committed to continuing my education and expanding my impact within the Hispanic community and the most important is educating them how to prevent chronic conditions and be healthier. Whether through further certifications\, innovative initiatives\, or policy advocacy\, I am determined to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those I serve. I do want to explore other areas and used all my experience and expertise as a CHW to help our communities.” \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwanette Salazar (she/her)\, CCHW \n\n\n\nLead Community Health Worker Consultant\, CTC-RI\, Community Health Worker Supervisor\, FSRI \n\n\n\n\nSwanette will facilitate the Professional Resilience Workshop \n\n\n\nAbout Swanette\n\n\n\nSwanette Salazar is the RI Community Health Worker Ambassador for the National Association of Community Health Workers and the Lead Community Health Worker for the First Connection Program at the Family Service of Rhode Island non-profit organization. In her role\, she serves new families\, foster youth\, and families with children.  She also serves as the Lead CHW Consultant for the Rhode Island Equity Initiative\, where she actively supports CHWs as an engaged partner for multidisciplinary teams\, valuing their contributions and advancing community and clinical linkages. Swanette has been recognized as part of the Governor’s Team Rhode Island and was recently named the 2024 Elizabeth Burke Bryant Hero Award recipient from Brown University’s Hassenfeld Institute for her work with children and families in RI. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonna Sennett (she/her)\, CHW \n\n\n\nLead Community Health Worker\, Thundermist Health Center \n\n\n\n\nDonna will facilitate the Collabortive Resilience Workshop \n\n\n\nAbout Donna\n\n\n\nDonna Sennett is a resident of Wakefield\, Rhode Island and has been serving Washington County for the past 20 years\, originally as an Elementary School Principal in Matunuck and then as the Education and Training Manager for the Exeter Job Corps Academy. Following her work at EJCA\, she served as an Outreach Case Manager for ten years in a community mental health center. Wanting to be able to work with patients drawing on her own lived experiences\, Donna became trained as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist\, helping to open the Hope Recovery Center in Westerly through her work with Parent Support Network. While there\, she trained as a Certified Community Health Worker and is now a Lead CHW at Thundermist Health Center in South County where she specializes in working with older populations\, those who are unhoused and those with co-occurring disorders.Donna also serves on the RI Certification Board Board of Directors where she is active in support of CPRS and CCHW training programs and for whom she assisted in updating the standards for CHW Certification. She also serves on the Galilee Mission Board of Directors\, an organization that serves those struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders.Donna is the proud mother of two children and the nana of one grandson\, and has been happily married for 33 years. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRachel Young (she/her)\, CHW \n\n\n\nEngagement Coordinator\, Alliance for Community Health Worker Employers\, Health Initiatives\, RIPIN \n\n\n\n\nRachel will facilitate the Professional Resilience Workshop \n\n\n\nAbout Rachel\n\n\n\nRachel Young\, Engagement Coordinator for the Alliance for CHW Employers\, is passionate about a holistic approach to promoting health and wellness\, focusing not only on individual behavior change but also on building organizational capacity and community support systems. As a facilitator of wellness workshops\, she believes strongly that sharing evidence-based practices\, enables individuals to make informed decisions about their health and equips them with the knowledge and tools to make positive lifestyle changes. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nkeynote speaker – Kurt Faustin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKurt Faustin\, (he/him)\, BBA\, BS \n\n\n\nFounder & Keynote Speaker for the Dropout Academy\, Executive Director EforAll Roxbury \n\n\n\ninfo@kurtfaustin.com \n\n\n\nKurt Faustin is a father\, entrepreneur\, coach\, storyteller\, success strategist\, and New England Resident. He is a former writer for HuffPost and Forbes and has worked with organizations like Harvard University\, Chase Bank\, and United Way. He founded the Dropout Academy\, a career development organization that helps bridge the gap between mental health and performance\, emphasizing emotional intelligence\, goal setting\, and stress management. Kurt has lived experience and understands many of the struggles we face as professionals and in our communities. He has goals to redefine success\, works towards breaking down systems\, and helps strengthen his communities one individual\, group\, or organization at a time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nprogram pdf\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nschedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2024 Schedule \n\n\n\n8:00 – Registration & Breakfast9:10 – Welcome9:30 – Keynote Speaker10:45 – Resilience Workshops12:00 – Lunch1:00 – Group Energizer1:30 – Resource Tabling & Soapbox1:45 – Networking Session & Bingo!2:30 – Affinity Groups3:00 – Closeout & Raffle \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nparking & Bus\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRhode Island College is located at 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue\, Providence\, RI 02908.   \n\n\n\nParking lot B\, near Roberts Hall\, is recommended for anyone attending the full conference as Lot C and D fill up quickly. Plan your trip here. Here is a map – you will also see the bus stop highlighted in “golden” yellow and this is a short walk over to John Lincoln Alger Hall\, 110 (google map)600 Library Road\, North Providence\, RI 02908\, USA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto Booth\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Professional Photos Taken!\n\n\n\nAre you a CHW interested in networking with other professionals? Stop by our photobooth for a free professional headshot. The booth will run from 12-4pm in room 106 \n\n\n\nGet Your Photos \n\n\n\nIn the week(s) following the conference\, our photographer will share your photos with you via the email address provided at the time of sign-up. A link to Dropbox will be provided in the email\, which you can follow to find high-resolution copies of the images available for you to download. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUse Your Photos\n\n\n\nOnce downloaded\, you can use your new professional headshots as a networking tool to help other professionals in the field recognize you. You can use the headshot as a profile photo on LinkedIn\, your resume\, or business card for better visibility in the professional world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHW resources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nself-Care\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSelf-Care for the Chronic and Demoralizing Stress of Racism \n\n\n\n4 self-care questions to ask yourself this semester \n\n\n\nUnderstanding Vicarious Trauma \n\n\n\nSelf-Care Toolkit for Employer & Supervisor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfession\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe C3 Project Roles & Competencies\n\n\n\nThe Six Pillars of Community Health Workers \n\n\n\n“We are born\, not made” CHW Anthem \n\n\n\nCommunity health workers bring value and deserve to be valued too:” Key considerations in improving CHW career advancement opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nResources\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPathways to Population\n\n\n\nCommunity Health Care Resource\n\n\n\nSearch: 101 Conversation Goals & Reflections\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Michelle Mooney for conference questions at mmooney@ctc-ri.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTabling Partners:\n\n\n\nThese partners will be onsite to talk about the services they offer to support CHWs and their clients: \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\nThank you to our sponsors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) CHW Program is excited and proud to join other local partners in supporting this new initiative through its federal grant award from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities (CDC CCR Grant 2109). Other supporting partners providing technical assistance and logistical support include RIPIN\, URL:https://chwari.org/event/ri-chw-conference/ LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/conference-Header-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240404T192137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T154656Z UID:10000848-1717700400-1717704000@chwari.org SUMMARY:EMPOWER: Justice-Involved CHW Support Team Group DESCRIPTION:Overview: This support group is designed specifically for community health workers (CHWs) with justice involvement experience\, providing a safe space to share challenges\, receive support\, and enhance skills. Meetings will occur twice a month and will focus on topics related to professional development\, self-care\, and navigating reentry into the workforce. \n\n\n\nThe Justice-Involved Community Health Worker Support Group curriculum aims to provide CHWs with justice involvement experience a supportive environment to enhance their skills\, build resilience\, and navigate the reentry process successfully. Through interactive sessions\, peer support\, and access to resources\, participants will gain valuable tools and insights to thrive in their professional roles and contribute positively to their communities’ health and well-being. \n\n\n\nMeetings will be focused on topics including: \n\n\n\n\nSetting Goals\n\n\n\nNavigating Reentry Challenges\n\n\n\nBuilding resiliance and coping skills\n\n\n\nEffective communication and conflict resolution\n\n\n\nProfessional Development and Skill Enhancement\n\n\n\nAdvocacy and Community Engagement\n\n\n\nLegal Rights & Resources\n\n\n\nCelebrating Progress and Looking Ahead\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Frequency: Twice a month. The initial schedule will be every other Thursday at 7pm: April 25th\, May 9th\, May 23rd\, June 6th. \n\n\n\nMeeting Duration: 1 hour per session \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and organized by CHWARI\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. URL:https://chwari.org/event/empower-justice-involved-chw-support-team-group/2024-06-06/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/empower-support-group.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240508T134707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T130621Z UID:10000849-1717405200-1717430400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Racial & Social Justice Training for CHWs DESCRIPTION:Schedule: \n\n\n\nVirtual: Mondays\, June 3\, 10 & 17\, 9am-4pmIn Person at Rhode Island College: Monday June 24\, 11am-2pm \n\n\n\nThis training is an immersive conversational experience to develop self-awareness and empowerment in the face of racial discrimination\, as well as to share strategies and resources to promote racial and social justice in Rhode Island. Participants will engage in discussion of crucial concepts for challenging racism\, exploring identity through creative multimedia\, and authentically collaborating for more justice at work and in life. \n\n\n\nEarn 30 hours toward CHW certification! \n\n\n\nTraining Facilitators:  \n\n\n\n\nNiko Merritt\, Co-Founder of Sankofa Community Connection of Newport\, RI\n\n\n\nSarah Lawrence\, Director\, Community Health Worker Association of RI\n\n\n\nKymberlee O’Brien\, Assistant Professor\, Neuroscience of Leadership\, William James College\n\n\n\n\nThe deadline for the application is May 28\, 5pm. If you have any questions\, please email CHWARI’s CHW Communications Outreach Assistant Dimaura Tavares at dtavares@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply\n\n\n\n\n\nShare PDF Flyer\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual training is free and funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and conducted by the Community Health Worker Association of RI\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. URL:https://chwari.org/event/racial-social-justice-training-for-chws/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Racial-Justice-image-iStock.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240508T143553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T130504Z UID:10000850-1716485400-1716496200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Public Health CCHW Training DESCRIPTION:May 23 – July 25th\, 2024Thursdays\, 5:30-8:30pm \n\n\n\nApplication Deadline May 21st 5pm! \n\n\n\nCHWARI is excited to offer this training in Public Health to Rhode Island CHWs! This training is for Rhode Island certified CHWs only (or those currently in the process of applying). \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Workers will: \n\n\n\n\nAcquire a deeper understanding of the areas of public health and relationships between health of individuals\, organized entities\, and systems.\n\n\n\nGain the skills necessary to advocate for systems-level change towards improving public health in RI.\n\n\n\nHave a working knowledge of RI Public Health infrastructure and how the CHW role fits into it.\n\n\n\nUnderstand career/educational options in public health and the skills and educational opportunities necessary to advance and be successfully employed in these areas.\n\n\n\nUnderstand how individuals are impacted from systemic racism and social determinants of health; where they live\, learn\, work and play.\n\n\n\n\nTraining Modules Include: \n\n\n\n\nThe CHW Role in Public Health\n\n\n\nThe Impact of Place on Health\n\n\n\nEssential Skills and Knowledge Base (two modules)\n\n\n\nPublic Health Policy\n\n\n\nRI Public Health Infrastructure\n\n\n\nCHW Careers in Public Health\n\n\n\nUsing Case Study (or\, Storytelling)\n\n\n\nFinal Presentations & Debrief\n\n\n\n\nEarn 30 hours towards your CHW Certification! \n\n\n\nThe virtual Public Health Training will host Zoom classes on Thursdays\, 5:30pm – 8:30pm\, May 23 – July 25\, with an in-person final class at Rhode Island College on that final Thursday the 25th. (NOTE: there will be an assignment due before class begins — what we call “pre-work” — on May 23rd. This will be emailed to you the week before.) \n\n\n\nThere will be 23 hours of in-class time and approximately 7 hours of assignments to be completed in non-class time. Attendance is required at all class sessions. Please be sure to fill out ALL THREE SECTIONS of the application below. The deadline for the application is May 13 at 5pm. If you have any questions\, please email Dimaura Tavares at dtavares@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\n\nShare PDF Flyer URL:https://chwari.org/event/public-health-training/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/public-health-apple.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123035 CREATED:20240328T184325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T153248Z UID:10000834-1715860800-1715866200@chwari.org SUMMARY:"Bladder Problems" CHW Networking Gathering DESCRIPTION:Has your client mapped out the fastest way to the restroom? Does your client depend on pads? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome and learn common bladder control problems and how to guide your client to seek help! \n\n\n\nExpect to cover topics including: \n\n\n\n\nTalking about it – urinary incontinence\n\n\n\nGuide to pelvic floor exercise and bladder training\n\n\n\nResearch opportunities\n\n\n\n\nThis gathering will be facilitated by Denisses Cortorreal\, Community Liaison\, who has been trained by specialists from the Division of Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at Women & Infants Hospital. Denisses dedicates her time to sharing this important information to our communities in Rhode Island. Also she empowers women to seek treatment for urinary incontinence and educates them about research participation. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/bladder-problems-chw-networking-gathering/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,CHWARI Networking Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bladder-control.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T163000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20231204T151048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T170317Z UID:10000657-1715673600-1715704200@chwari.org SUMMARY:HEZ Learning Community DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 14\, 2024Theme: Celebrating Collaborations \n\n\n\nHEZ Learning Community events are held 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  Breakfast and lunch are provided. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nFor questions\, please email morgan.duffney@health.ri.gov. \n\n\n\nTo propose ideas for future events\, complete this Workshop Development Form.  To become an exhibitor at a HEZ Learning Community Event\, sign up here. \n\n\n\nRead the latest HEZ news. To get HEZ news directly\, sign up here. URL:https://chwari.org/event/hez-learning-community-5/ CATEGORIES:HEZ Learning Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240402T163619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T174439Z UID:10000837-1715191200-1715202000@chwari.org SUMMARY:Interpersonal Violence Training for CHWs DESCRIPTION:Interpersonal Violence Training for CHWsMay 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 & June 5\, 2024Wednesday evenings\, 6-9pmIn-person at Rhode Island College plus 15 hours of self-paced assignments \n\n\n\nDo you feel prepared to support a victim of interpersonal violence after disclosure? Do you know the best trauma-informed practices? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 30 hour training will aid community health workers in addressing interpersonal violence experienced by clients and help them to access community resources. This course will prepare community health workers with the skills needed to be a victim service advocate. Lisa Hoopis\, Director of Education and Training at Sojourner House\, will instruct. \n\n\n\nTraining includes information on: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDomestic violence\n\n\n\nSexual assault\n\n\n\nHuman trafficking\n\n\n\nBoundaries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrauma-informed care\n\n\n\nSafety planning\n\n\n\nCrisis intervention\n\n\n\nAnd more\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining will include guest speakers\, videos\, case studies\, group work\, and role plays. Fifteen hours will be in person at Rhode Island College and 15 hours will be synchronous. In-person attendance is required at all class sessions.  \n\n\n\nYou must have at least six months of experience as a community health worker in order to take this training.  If you have questions about this requirement\, please email Dimaura Tavares at dtavares@ric.edu.  The deadline for the application is May 3\, 2024.  Apply now! \n\n\n\n\nApply\n\n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Instructor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa Hoopis\, Director of Education and Training\, Sojourner House (she/they) \n\n\n\nLisa joined Sojourner House in 2019 as Director of Education and Community Programs. Lisa has taught in various departments\, as an adjunct faculty at Rhode Island College since 2014. \n\n\n\nLisa is a former undergraduate and graduate student at Rhode Island College and is the former Director of the RIC Women’s Center. Lisa is currently a doctoral student at Johnson and Wales in Educational Leadership. Lisa works closely with school districts and agencies to provide professional and youth development\, training\, consultations\, curriculum development\, and assistance in setting up peer education and advocacy programs. \n\n\n\nShe is a co-founder and active member of the RI HIV STI prevention coalition and an active member of the RI Cross Campus Collaborative to prevent sexual assault on campus. Lisa is a certified curriculum developer\, trainer\, and evaluator for the VAWA police academy and is co-chair of the RI crime victim service providers. Lisa specializes in inclusive\, comprehensive sexuality education and interpersonal violence prevention. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. URL:https://chwari.org/event/interpersonal-violence-training-for-chws/ LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IPV-Inter-Personal-Violence.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240315T150759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T142919Z UID:10000770-1715158800-1715169600@chwari.org SUMMARY:HIV Endorsement Training for CHWs DESCRIPTION:*This training has been delayed from its original start date of 4/10* \n\n\n\nSCHEDULE – May 8- July 31\, 2024Wednesdays 9am-12pmVirtual over ZoomAttendance at all sessions is required. \n\n\n\n“I work with HIV positive women. This training made me feel more comfortable with my engagement skills.”– Katie Gonzalez\, CCHW\, CPRS \n\n\n\nThis entry level curriculum will provide specialized training for community health workers serving people living with\, at risk for\, and impacted by HIV/AIDS. It is open to certified CHWs who are fluent in English. \n\n\n\nModules include: \n\n\n\n\nHIV Testing\, Antiretroviral Therapy\n\n\n\nClient Engagement and Motivational Interviewing\n\n\n\nSocial Determinants\, Special Populations & Stigma\n\n\n\nBehavioral Health (mental health\, substance use\, domestic violence\, grief & loss)\n\n\n\nCultural Humility and Advocacy\n\n\n\nHIV Public Health Policies\n\n\n\nEthics\, Professional Burnout/Stress\, Self-Awareness and Self-Care\n\n\n\n\nThis 45 hour virtual training takes place over 12 weeks\, with 36 hours live class time over zoom and nine hours of homework. This qualifies graduates to apply for RI Certification Board’s Specialty Endorsement in HIV.  Applicants must hold a current\, valid and in good standing credential through RICB (like a CHW Certification) or a health care practitioner certification/license. \n\n\n\nThe development of this curriculum was made possible with Co-Exist funding through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (OHHS)\, Ryan White Division. Deoshore F. Haig\, LCSW will be instructing. \n\n\n\nCertified CHWs should apply here by April 29\, 2024 at 5pm. If you have any questions\, please email Dimaura Tavares at dtavares@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. URL:https://chwari.org/event/hiv-endorsement-training-for-chws-2/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/HIV-ribbon.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240216T214446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T214447Z UID:10000732-1714377600-1714406400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Public Health Summit DESCRIPTION:“Innovative Approaches to Advance Health Equity” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/public-health-summit/ LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Providence Airport/ Warwick\, 801 Greenwich Avenue\, Warwick\, Rhode Island\, 02886\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ph-ri.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240404T185926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T132500Z UID:10000838-1713960000-1713965400@chwari.org SUMMARY:"RIPIN 101" CHW Networking Gathering DESCRIPTION:Do you have clients with a loved-one with special needs? Come learn about all the support that RIPIN has to offer them. \n\n\n\nRIPIN helps Rhode Islanders navigate health care\, special education\, and healthy aging. Their team of peer professionals have personal experience caring for a loved one with special needs—allowing them to connect with their clients and provide the personal support they need to thrive. \n\n\n\nExpect to learn about: \n\n\n\n\nSpecial education and supports\n\n\n\nSpecialized services for children and young adults with disabilities\n\n\n\nHealthcare and health insurance\n\n\n\nHealth education training\, support\, and resources\n\n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by Isabel Escobar\, RIPIN’s Family Voices Coordinator. Join your fellow CHWs to discover resources and then network with each other. Bring links to your resources! \n\n\n\n\nRegistration Here URL:https://chwari.org/event/ripin-101/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,CHWARI Networking Gathering,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Breakfast-Banner-Web-Page.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T113000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240322T160110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T145600Z UID:10000833-1713780000-1713785400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Immigration & Benefits Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Our Rhode Island-based community health worker colleagues are invited to join MLPB for a training on Immigration & Benefits Eligibility on April 22nd from 10:00AM – 11:30AM. This training was offered in early 2023\, and is being reprised on request from CHWs across the state. While much of the material will be similar\, the training will cover changes that have occurred in the last year. By the end of this session\, you will have learned to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize the history of and recent changes to the public charge rule impacting immigrant and mixed-status households.\n\n\n\nIdentify the food security\, disability\, and health insurance benefits landscape for immigrant and mixed-status households.\n\n\n\nApply role-aligned benefits problem-solving strategies in partnership with immigrant and mixed-status households\n\n\n\n\nThis training will be hosted via Zoom — please register here. \n\n\n\n\nRegister! URL:https://chwari.org/event/immigration-benefits-eligibility/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/immigration-public-charge.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MLPB":MAILTO:jgilbert@mlpb.health END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T123000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240328T142137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T171835Z UID:10000835-1713519000-1713529800@chwari.org SUMMARY:CHW Core Competency Training DESCRIPTION:Get the training you need to apply for CHW Certification! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHWARI’s FREE virtual Community Health Worker Core Competency Training is intended to prepare participants for entry-level CHW positions in community-based social service\, healthcare and behavioral health settings. Its 12 modules are each aligned with a set of competencies defined by the Rhode Island Certification Board. Each module includes 3 hours of live zoom training plus 3 hours of training activities\, for a total of 72 training hours\, fulfilling the 70-hour requirement for RI CHW certification. Applicants must be fluent in English.  \n\n\n\nThis CHW Core Training will run over ZOOM on Friday mornings\, 9:30am (ET) to 12:30pm (ET)\, from April 19 through July 12\, 2024. *Please note that this training has different weekly hours than our past core trainings. This is 3 hours each week of zoom class and 3 hours a week of “homework.”* \n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a great time to apply for this training as participants will be encouraged to apply to our CHW Apprenticeship Program. This is an opportunity for new CHWs seeking certification to receive extra guidance\, training\, and monetary stipends. See here for Apprenticeship Program Requirements. \n\n\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\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\nApplication deadline is April 10 at 5pm. Spots are limited! Apply ASAP! If you have any questions\, please email CHWARI’s CHW Communications Outreach Assistant\, Dimaura Tavares\, at dtavares@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and implemented by CHWARI\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-core-competency-training-9/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Group-Picture-CNE-CHWs-trg-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240315T142347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T153415Z UID:10000769-1713204000-1713211200@chwari.org SUMMARY:CHW Supervisor Training DESCRIPTION:CHW Supervisor Training(Created by Community Health Workers for Community Health Workers) \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\nApril 15th- July 1st\, 2024Weekly\, Monday 6-8pmVirtual in ZoomPlus weekly self-paced assignments \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 is for YOU!The training gives you the tools you need to maximize your effectiveness. Experience in or deep familiarity with CHW work is necessary. \n\n\n\nMust be fluent in English. \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\n\nFoundation for CHW Supervision\n\n\n\nSupervision Practices\n\n\n\nRestorative Practices and Conflict Resolution\n\n\n\nHiring and Onboarding CHWs\n\n\n\nBuilding Community Partnerships\n\n\n\nKeeping CHWs Safe\n\n\n\nQuality Improvement &Community Health Worker Ethics\n\n\n\nSustaining Excellent Supervision\n\n\n\nAddressing Systemic Racism in Supervision\n\n\n\n\nRequirements: Rhode Island CCHW certified (or applying)\, employed in RI\, 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\nSchedule: Zoom classes are weekly on Mondays evenings from 6-8pm from April 15th through July 1st. Attendance is required at all sessions. Participants will also turn in weekly assignments of 1-2 hours/week\, for a training total of 30 hours. \n\n\n\nApply by April 9th at 5pm. If you have any questions about your appropriateness for this training\, please email Dimaura Tavares at dtavares@ric.edu \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nApply\n\n\n\nIf that button didn’t work – try this one\n\n\n\n\nWe have found that some Lifespan employees are unable to login from their work computers due to a firewall issue. We encourage you to try copying this link and trying it on a personal device: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKug-6FesYimCTU_JB4d9NHCGMX7e6-3_R8NlUNHZripRFvQ/viewform URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-supervisor-training-3/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T133000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240301T155949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T193910Z UID:10000746-1712232000-1712237400@chwari.org SUMMARY:"Independent CHWs\, Pros & Cons" CHW Networking Gathering DESCRIPTION:Have you ever thought about becoming an independent CHW? \n\n\n\nCome chat with Emily Bernstein of Wheelhouse Health (formerly Navigate Health) to learn what is involved with getting started as an independent worker! At Wheelhouse\, we work with clients directly and focus on providing health navigation and empowering individuals by teaching them tools to navigate their own care. We are approved to bill RI Medicaid for our services. We will discuss the benefits of this model\, and some of the hurdles that have come up. Get all your questions answered about what it’s like to be an independent CHW! \n\n\n\nAfter the presentation there will be time for CHW Networking – please bring your resources to share. \n\n\n\nApril 4th\, 202412pm-1:30pm via zoom \n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenter:\n\n\n\nEmily Bernstein\, BCPA\, CHW (she/her/hers) \n\n\n\nAs a Board Certified Patient Advocate and Community Health Worker\, Emily Bernstein created Wheelhouse Health Navigation Services to ensure that everyone can understand and afford their healthcare journey. Our healthcare system is burdened with inherent inequalities and inefficiencies that make it increasingly difficult to utilize. With Wheelhouse Health\, Emily’s vision is to create a space where people can get help overcoming these burdens\, and to empower individuals to navigate their healthcare on their own. \n\n\n\nCredentials: \n\n\n\nBCPA (Board Certified Patient Advocate) https://www.pacboard.org/ \n\n\n\nCHW – RI \n\n\n\nCertificate in Patient Advocacy – UCLA Extension URL:https://chwari.org/event/independent-chws-pros-cons-chw-networking-gathering/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,CHWARI Networking Gathering,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/independence-pros-cons.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240301T160959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T161000Z UID:10000747-1711184400-1711202400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Navigating Health Fair DESCRIPTION:Get health insurance questions answered! URL:https://chwari.org/event/navigating-health-fair/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Health-Fair-Flyer-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240216T175940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T154629Z UID:10000731-1711044000-1711049400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Taller de Solicitud de Certificación como CHW en Español DESCRIPTION:Scroll down for English. \n\n\n\n¡Obtén tu Certificación como CHW! \n\n\n\nComienza a preparar tu solicitud\, incluye el portafolio\, para tu presentación a la Junta de Certificación de RI \n\n\n\nMarzo 21\, 2024   6:00 pm to 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nEsta presentacion sera via Zoom \n\n\n\nSi ya ha tomado una capacitación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios y desea orientación sobre cómo solicitar la certificación de CHW en RI\, en Español ¡Este taller es para usted!  (There is a workshop in English on February 22\, 2024.) Este taller virtual es gratuito te dará consejos\, preparar tu portafolio. Tenga en cuenta: CHWARI no proporciona la certificación en sí; esa autoridad reside en la Junta de Certificación de RI. Este taller te brindara una orientación básica\, pero lo remitirá al RICB para preguntas más complejas.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Obtener mi certificación CHW me ayudó a conseguir un ascenso en mi trabajo. También me ayudó a seguir adelante con la obtención de una Licenciatura en Ciencias del Comportamiento. Convertirse en una CCHW puede abrir tantas oportunidades\, que vale la pena el tiempo y el esfuerzo para obtener la Certificación.” \n\n\n\n– Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n\n\nLa certificación (o un plan con su empleador para obtenerla) esta certificaciion es necesaria para obtener el reembolso de Medicaid por sus servicios de CHW\, ¡Así que regístrese hoy! \n\n\n\n*Este taller está abierto a aquellos que: \n\n\n\n\nHan completado 70 horas de Capacitación como CHW de Competencia Básica\, o que actualmente están inscritos en un programa de capacitación que resultará en el cumplimiento de ese requisito (haber solicitado dicha capacitación no cuenta\, pero tendremos otros talleres en el futuro)\n\n\n\nSi están empleados como TCS deberan completar las 1000 horas de trabajo en los proximos dos meses\, sino tienen ya las horas requeridas.\n\n\n\nSi han completado (o cerca de) 50 horas de supervisión trabajando como CHW\n\n\n\n\nSi aún no ha completado la Capacitación de TCS de Competencia Básica\, únase a la Asociación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios de RI aquí para conocer las próximas oportunidades de capacitación.  \n\n\n\nRegístrate para este taller antes de Marzo 21\, 2024 Envía un correo electrónico a la Cordinadora Bilingue del Programa de CHWARI\, Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu con cualquier pregunta.  \n\n\n\n\nRegistrarse\n\n\n\n\n\nComparte el volante PDF\n\n\n\n\nEsta Capacitacion gratuita esta financiada por el Departamento de Salud del Rhode Island  y esta sera dirigida por La Asociación de Trabajadores Comunitarios de las Salud de RI en el Instituto de Educacion en cuidado de la Salud en Rhode Island College. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn How to Apply for CHW Certification!\n\n\n\nCHW Certification Application Workshop en Español \n\n\n\nBegin preparing your application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board \n\n\n\nMarch 21st\, 2024\, 6pm-7:30pm \n\n\n\nVirtual over Zoom \n\n\n\nIf you have already taken a Community Health Worker core competency training and want guidance on applying for CHW certification in RI\, in Spanish\, this workshop is for you!  (There is a workshop in English on February 22\, 2024.) These free virtual workshops will give advice about preparing your portfolio. Please note: CHWARI does not provide the certification itself; the RI Certification Board does. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTestimonial:\n\n\n\n“Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities\, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” \n\n\n\n– Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n\n\nCertification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services\, so register today! \n\n\n\n*This workshop is open to those who: \n\n\n\n\nHave completed 70 hours of Core Competency CHW Training\, or who are currently enrolled in a training program that will result in meeting that requirement (having applied for such a training does not count\, but we will have other workshops in the future)\n\n\n\nAre employed as CHWs\n\n\n\nWill fulfill the 1000 CHW work hours required within the next two months\n\n\n\n\nIf you have not yet completed Core Competency CHW Training\, join the Community Health Worker Association of RI here to learn about upcoming training opportunities. \n\n\n\nRegister for this workshop here ASAP! \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nShare PDF Flyer\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator\, Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI housed at the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. URL:https://chwari.org/event/taller-de-solicitud-de-certificacion-como-chw-en-espanol/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Certification.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T143000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240306T192637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T192112Z UID:10000750-1711026000-1711031400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Community Conversations- Networking and Peer Support DESCRIPTION:This monthly virtual meeting explores pathways for peer support and resource sharing\, with a specific goal of empowering HEZ Collaborative members to reach across ZIP codes and find inspiration\, support\, solutions\, and common ground. \n\n\n\nThis group is a space for CHWs\, Family Navigators\, Resident Leaders\, and others from within the HEZ Collaboratives to share their experiences and gain resources and technical assistance. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by WWHEZ Community Ambassador and CCHW Michele Mitchell. \n\n\n\nWhen: Third Thursday of every month 1-2:30 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual over Zoom \n\n\n\nContact info: WWHEZ at: westwarwickhez@thundermisthealth.org 401-799-5044 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/community-conversations-networking-and-peer-support/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1706802702876_WWHEZ-Community-Conversations-Flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="West Warwick HEZ":MAILTO:westwarwickhez@thundermisthealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T163000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20231204T150844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T193406Z UID:10000656-1710230400-1710261000@chwari.org SUMMARY:HEZ Learning Community- Purposeful Partnerships DESCRIPTION:Purposeful Partnerships HEZ Learning Communities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe March 2024 HEZ Learning Community will be on Tuesday\, March 12\, 2024\, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rhode Island College – 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue\, Providence\, Rhode Island. Join colleagues from across the state for a day of exploring the theme of the day\, Purposeful Partnerships. The day begins with breakfast\, check-in\, and exhibit tables at 8 a.m. and ends with raffle prizes and closing statements at 4 p.m. Register for the March 2024 Learning Community \n\n\n\nThe proposed Health Equity Zone (HEZ) Learning Community schedule is: Tuesday\, March 12\, 2024 (* Snow day will be Friday\, March 15\, 2024)Tuesday\, May 14\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\nRegister for March 12\n\n\n\n\nFor questions\, please email morgan.duffney@health.ri.gov. \n\n\n\nTo propose ideas for future events\, complete this Workshop Development Form.  To become an exhibitor at a HEZ Learning Community Event\, sign up here. \n\n\n\nRead the latest HEZ news. To get HEZ news directly\, sign up here. URL:https://chwari.org/event/hez-learning-community-4/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,HEZ Learning Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20230914T183844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T183113Z UID:10000597-1709748000-1709755200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Oral Health CHW Training DESCRIPTION:February 28 AND March 6\, 2024 from 6-8pm*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a CHW and want to support individuals’ health\, you NEED to pay attention to ORAL health as well as housing needs\, food quality and access\, mental health etc. Come hear about this crucial piece of overall health that often gets overlooked. Smile! \n\n\n\nDr. Sam Zwetchkenbaum\, Chief of the Oral Health Program at the RI Department of Health will instruct. \n\n\n\nCertificate of 6 hours upon completion. *You must attend both sessions. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE! \n\n\n\n\nRegister here!\n\n\n\n\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\nThis FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by URL:https://chwari.org/event/oral-health-chw-training-7/2024-03-06/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/oral-health-overall-health_35246065.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T123036 CREATED:20240223T160911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T161128Z UID:10000733-1709213400-1709218800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Envision: CHW Affinity Community of Practice DESCRIPTION:RI CCR CHWs are invited to join the next Community Health Worker (CHW) only Community of Practice (CoP) session on Thursday\, February 29\, 2024 1:30 PM-3:00 PM! The CHW CoP is designed to support connections\, relationship-building and peer-to-peer learning for CHWs.  The goal of the CHW CoP is to provide a space for CHWs to share ideas\, best practices and build individual and collective capacity for strengthening the CHW workforce in a way that lifts up and honors the lived and professional experiences of CHWs. For the purposes of this CoP\, we are defining CHWs as an inclusive term. The CoP is designed for community health representatives\, community health workers and promotores\, who are frontline public health professionals that share life experience\, trust\, compassion\, cultural and value alignment with the communities where they live and serve.This 90 minute Community of Practice session will be held on 2/29/2024 @ 1:30 EST. Please use the following link to register:https://uwmadison.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kde6qqDwqG9DALMXBvd6xTYCj60ZeDDyF [uwmadison.zoom.us] URL:https://chwari.org/event/envision-chw-affinity-community-of-practice/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/envision-ccr-logo.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR