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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-4/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T170000
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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-5/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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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-6/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T093000
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000
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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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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:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240216T214446Z
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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
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CREATED:20231219T152913Z
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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-2/2024-04-29/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
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-3/2024-04-30/
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:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240315T155415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T153308Z
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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-4/2024-04-30/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240306T190245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T145913Z
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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:20260403T172734
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:20260403T172734
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240404T192137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T154656Z
UID:10000846-1715281200-1715284800@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/2024-05-09/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240430T170436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T150824Z
UID:10000841-1715344200-1715356800@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/2024-05-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T174500
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240520T153548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T153913Z
UID:10000859-1715706000-1715708700@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-6/2024-05-14/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240404T192137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T154656Z
UID:10000847-1716490800-1716494400@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/2024-05-23/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240223T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T140252Z
UID:10000738-1716895800-1716901200@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-3/2024-05-28/
LOCATION:Pawtucket Family YMCA\, 20 Summer Street\, Pawtucket\, Rhode Island\, 02860
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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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-6/2024-05-28/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172734
CREATED:20240430T170436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T150824Z
UID:10000842-1717144200-1717156800@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/2024-05-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T160000
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CREATED:20240508T134707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T130621Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T200000
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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/2024-06-06/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T145913Z
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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-2/2024-06-07/
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:20240607T120000
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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-3/2024-06-07/
LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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