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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T080000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T170000
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SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nEn Abril del 2024\, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes\, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde\, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma. \n\n\n\nNuevos horarios en Marzo/ Abril: \n\n\n\n\nMarzo 19    5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 2         12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 16       5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 30      12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\nEl NUEVO enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMay 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMay 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJune 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Zoom Meeting  (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-4/2024-03-19/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T170000
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SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nEn Abril del 2024\, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes\, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde\, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma. \n\n\n\nNuevos horarios en Marzo/ Abril: \n\n\n\n\nMarzo 19    5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 2         12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 16       5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 30      12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\nEl NUEVO enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMay 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMay 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJune 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Zoom Meeting  (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-5/2024-03-19/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T170000
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SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nEn Abril del 2024\, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes\, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde\, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma. \n\n\n\nNuevos horarios en Mayo/ Junio: \n\n\n\n\nMayo 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMayo 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJunio 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJunio 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\nEl NUEVO enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMay 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMay 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJune 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Google Meet Meeting (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-6/2024-03-19/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T130000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Warwick HEZ":MAILTO:westwarwickhez@thundermisthealth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T193000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T140000
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SUMMARY:Navigating Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:Get health insurance questions answered!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/navigating-health-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
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SUMMARY:CHW Voices
DESCRIPTION:For Leadership and Advocacy \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom Link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHW Voices participants can always expect to:  \n\n\n\n\nMeet other CHWs \n\n\n\nContribute to policy discussions\n\n\n\nStrengthen community connections\n\n\n\nJoin networking groups\n\n\n\nKeep up to date on CHW news\n\n\n\n\nDid you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024.  Email questions here.  \n\n\n\nThis zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=RjVhT05jWmZjaHY1eWlobXdPMDk0UT09 [ctc-ri.zoom.us]Meeting ID: 994 6165 6622Passcode: 646876
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-voices-2/2024-03-25/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240223T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T140252Z
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SUMMARY:Pawtucket & Central Falls CHW Network
DESCRIPTION:Open to Community Health Workers and those serving in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls.  \n\n\n\n\nMonthly\, in-person network meetings for training\, resource sharing\, and professional development. \n\n\n\nAccess to professional network of like-minded local change-makers.\n\n\n\n\nTo be held at the Pawtucket Family YMCA the last Tuesday of every month.  \n\n\n\nLead by Kinzel Thomas\, LCSW\, CCHW\, LCDP \n\n\n\nContact Kinzel at thomaski@familyserviceri.org for more information and to register! \n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/pawtucket-central-falls-chw-network-3/2024-03-26/
LOCATION:Pawtucket Family YMCA\, 20 Summer Street\, Pawtucket\, Rhode Island\, 02860
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T124500
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CREATED:20231218T150653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T155246Z
UID:10000771-1712059200-1712061900@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste grupo de apoyo continuara reuniendose dos veces al mes\, cada dos Martes de 5pm a 6pm. Las clases se realizaran via zoom.  \n\n\n\nEl enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMarch 19th\, 5-6pm\n\n\n\nApril 2nd\, 12pm-12:45pm\n\n\n\nApril 16th\, 5-6pm\n\n\n\nApril 30th\, 12-12:45pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Zoom Meeting  (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-3/2024-04-02/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240306T190245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T145913Z
UID:10000761-1712318400-1712322000@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Woonsocket Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:Attention Woonsocket CHWs!   \n\n\n\nDo you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW\, CNA\,Case manager\, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary.  Expect to: \n\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions on community health and well-being\n\n\n\nDiscover resources to enhance your impact\n\n\n\nLearn from other CHWs and their insights\n\n\n\nShare your experiences\, challenges and successes\n\n\n\n\nPlease email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/woonsocket-networking-group-2/2024-04-05/
LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240911T145750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T145753Z
UID:10000971-1712318400-1712322000@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Woonsocket Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:Attention Woonsocket CHWs!   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW\, CNA\, Case manager\, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary.  Expect to: \n\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions on community health and well-being\n\n\n\nDiscover resources to enhance your impact\n\n\n\nLearn from other CHWs and their insights\n\n\n\nShare your experiences\, challenges and successes\n\n\n\n\nPlease email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/woonsocket-networking-group-3/2024-04-05/
LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240923T150036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150038Z
UID:10000983-1712318400-1712322000@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Woonsocket Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:Attention Woonsocket CHWs!   \n\n\n\nDo you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW\, CNA\, Case manager\, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary.  Expect to: \n\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions on community health and well-being\n\n\n\nDiscover resources to enhance your impact\n\n\n\nLearn from other CHWs and their insights\n\n\n\nShare your experiences\, challenges and successes\n\n\n\n\nPlease email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/woonsocket-networking-group-4/2024-04-05/
LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T174500
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240315T155415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T153308Z
UID:10000794-1713286800-1713289500@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nEn Abril del 2024\, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes\, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde\, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma. \n\n\n\nNuevos horarios en Marzo/ Abril: \n\n\n\n\nMarzo 19    5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 2         12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 16       5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 30      12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\nEl NUEVO enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMay 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMay 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJune 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Zoom Meeting  (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-4/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T174500
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240520T153403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T153406Z
UID:10000856-1713286800-1713289500@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nEn Abril del 2024\, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes\, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde\, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma. \n\n\n\nNuevos horarios en Marzo/ Abril: \n\n\n\n\nMarzo 19    5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 2         12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 16       5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 30      12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\nEl NUEVO enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMay 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMay 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJune 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Zoom Meeting  (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-5/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T174500
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240520T153548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T153913Z
UID:10000858-1713286800-1713289500@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nEn Abril del 2024\, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes\, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde\, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma. \n\n\n\nNuevos horarios en Mayo/ Junio: \n\n\n\n\nMayo 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMayo 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJunio 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJunio 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\nEl NUEVO enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMay 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMay 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJune 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Google Meet Meeting (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-6/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="MLPB":MAILTO:jgilbert@mlpb.health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T200000
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CREATED:20240404T192137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T154656Z
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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/2024-04-25/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20231219T152913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T160343Z
UID:10000716-1714388400-1714393800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Voices
DESCRIPTION:For Leadership and Advocacy \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom Link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHW Voices participants can always expect to:  \n\n\n\n\nMeet other CHWs \n\n\n\nContribute to policy discussions\n\n\n\nStrengthen community connections\n\n\n\nJoin networking groups\n\n\n\nKeep up to date on CHW news\n\n\n\n\nDid you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024.  Email questions here.  \n\n\n\nThis zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=RjVhT05jWmZjaHY1eWlobXdPMDk0UT09 [ctc-ri.zoom.us]Meeting ID: 994 6165 6622Passcode: 646876
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-voices-2/2024-04-29/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240223T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T140252Z
UID:10000737-1714476600-1714482000@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Pawtucket & Central Falls CHW Network
DESCRIPTION:Open to Community Health Workers and those serving in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls.  \n\n\n\n\nMonthly\, in-person network meetings for training\, resource sharing\, and professional development. \n\n\n\nAccess to professional network of like-minded local change-makers.\n\n\n\n\nTo be held at the Pawtucket Family YMCA the last Tuesday of every month.  \n\n\n\nLead by Kinzel Thomas\, LCSW\, CCHW\, LCDP \n\n\n\nContact Kinzel at thomaski@familyserviceri.org for more information and to register! \n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/pawtucket-central-falls-chw-network-3/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Pawtucket Family YMCA\, 20 Summer Street\, Pawtucket\, Rhode Island\, 02860
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240315T155415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T153308Z
UID:10000772-1714478400-1714481100@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nEn Abril del 2024\, este grupo tratará de reunirse los Martes dos veces por mes\, una vez al medio día y otra vez en la tarde\, para facilitar que más personas puedan asistir a la misma. \n\n\n\nNuevos horarios en Marzo/ Abril: \n\n\n\n\nMarzo 19    5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 2         12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 16       5 a 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nAbril 30      12 a 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\nEl NUEVO enlace para la reunión\n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom.  CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources.  Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!   \n\n\n\nIn April of 2024\, they will try alternating meeting on Tuesdays during the day and the evening\, to make it easier for more to attend.   \n\n\n\nMarch/April 2024 Schedule:  \n\n\n\n\nMay 14\, 2024 at 5 pm to 5:45 pm\n\n\n\nMay 28\,2024 at 12:00 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2024 at 5 to 5:45 pm \n\n\n\nJune 25\, 2024 at 12 to 12:45 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, lroman@ric.edu\, CCHW\, CHWARI’s Bilingual Program Coordinator. \n\n\n\nLink to Zoom Meeting  (note -this link changed in March 2024)
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-4/2024-04-30/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240306T190245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T145913Z
UID:10000762-1714737600-1714741200@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Woonsocket Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:Attention Woonsocket CHWs!   \n\n\n\nDo you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW\, CNA\,Case manager\, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary.  Expect to: \n\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions on community health and well-being\n\n\n\nDiscover resources to enhance your impact\n\n\n\nLearn from other CHWs and their insights\n\n\n\nShare your experiences\, challenges and successes\n\n\n\n\nPlease email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/woonsocket-networking-group-2/2024-05-03/
LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240911T145750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T145753Z
UID:10000972-1714737600-1714741200@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Woonsocket Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:Attention Woonsocket CHWs!   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW\, CNA\, Case manager\, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary.  Expect to: \n\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions on community health and well-being\n\n\n\nDiscover resources to enhance your impact\n\n\n\nLearn from other CHWs and their insights\n\n\n\nShare your experiences\, challenges and successes\n\n\n\n\nPlease email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/woonsocket-networking-group-3/2024-05-03/
LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174614
CREATED:20240923T150036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150038Z
UID:10000984-1714737600-1714741200@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Woonsocket Networking Group
DESCRIPTION:Attention Woonsocket CHWs!   \n\n\n\nDo you work with families in Woonsocket as CHW\, CNA\, Case manager\, etc.? Are you interested in finding new resources and want to connect with other community partners?Come together for a supportive gathering and build a strong network within the community! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis group meets on the first Friday of every month from 12-1pm at the Woonsocket Public Libarary.  Expect to: \n\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions on community health and well-being\n\n\n\nDiscover resources to enhance your impact\n\n\n\nLearn from other CHWs and their insights\n\n\n\nShare your experiences\, challenges and successes\n\n\n\n\nPlease email questions to Linda.brunetti@lifespan.org and Fcolon@ccfcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare Flyer
URL:https://chwari.org/event/woonsocket-networking-group-4/2024-05-03/
LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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