BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Community Health Worker Association of RI - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chwari.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Community Health Worker Association of RI REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231017T140550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T135550Z UID:10000603-1698930000-1698935400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Federal Disabilities Benefits Training DESCRIPTION:Rhode Island-based community health worker colleagues are invited to join MLPB for this upcoming training opportunity! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt this training you will learn to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize public policies that support – and sometimes harm – workers with disabilities.\n\n\n\nIdentify legal protections to keep employment during medical leave and available income supports for those who can no longer work.\n\n\n\nApply role-aligned problem-solving strategies in partnership with those with disabilities that you serve.\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Federal Disability Benefits training here. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nAlso\, learn about the Immigration Status Basics Training on November 28th! URL:https://chwari.org/event/federal-disabilities-benefits-training/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/disability-benefits.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20230420T142044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T153454Z UID:10000622-1699376400-1699380000@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 will meet every other Tuesday via ZOOM.   \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 URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-2/2023-11-07/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Latinx-support-group-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231030T144633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T144945Z UID:10000607-1699963200-1699966800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Skin Care: Back to the Basics DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health Ambassadors invites you to a VIRTUAL Lecture: Skin Care: Back to the Basics \n\n\n\nPresented by David Young\, RPh\, PharmD\, MBA \n\n\n\nTrying to navigate all the skin care guidelines and conflicting messages is enough to give you wrinkles! Join us as we decipher the information and learn about some reliable and safe skin care tips.REGISTER here or contact jnessett@lifespan.org \n\n\n\nObjectives \n\n\n\n\nEnforce everyday treatment for the protection of the skin.\n\n\n\nDiscuss over the counter options for patients with various skin conditions.\n\n\n\nExplain proper everyday treatment for the protection of the skin.\n\n\n\nProvide a brief update on prescription options for the treatment of skin conditions.Location: This lecture will be provided through Zoom. The link and sign in information will be provided prior to the lecture.\n\n\n\n\nThe Lifespan Community Health Institute’s mission is to ensure that all people have the opportunities to achieve their optimal state of health through healthy behaviors\, healthy relationships\, and healthy environments. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/skin-care-back-to-the-basics/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/skin.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231103T191544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T191834Z UID:10000620-1700123400-1700132400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Apprenticeship Accelerator: Win-Win for Healthcare Employers and Employees DESCRIPTION:Register!\n\n\n\n\nLearn about CHWARI’s new CHW Apprenticeship Program here: CHW Apprenticeship Program URL:https://chwari.org/event/apprenticeship-accelerator-win-win-for-healthcare-employers-and-employees/ LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 107 Alger Hall\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231103T175642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T151829Z UID:10000619-1700568000-1700573400@chwari.org SUMMARY:Talk Saves Lives en Español DESCRIPTION:Talk Saves Lives™ (TSL): Para las comunidades latinx e hispanas \n\n\n\nEsta presentación cubrirá lo que sabemos sobre la salud mental y el suicidio\, la investigación más actualizada sobre la prevención y lo que todos podemos hacer para ayudar a salvar vidas.Los participantes aprenderán sobre los factores de riesgo más comunes y las señales de advertencia en las comunidades latinx e hispanas\, así como la forma de mantenernos a nosotros mismos\, a nuestros seres queridos y a los de nuestra comunidad a salvo. \n\n\n\nLos participantes serán capaces de: \n\n\n\n\nDescribir el alcance del problema del suicidio en las comunidades latinx e hispanas\n\n\n\nDescribir el riesgo de suicidio y los factores de protección específicos de lascomunidades latinx e hispanas\n\n\n\nDescribir las señales de advertencia del suicidio\n\n\n\nExplicar cómo obtener ayuda para uno mismo o para alguien en una crisis suicida\n\n\n\nExplicar cómo buscar y ofrecer apoyo para uno mismo o para otros.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegístrate\n\n\n\n\nTalk Saves Lives for Hispanic /Latinx Communities \n\n\n\nTalk Saves Lives is AFSP‘s introduction to suicide prevention program that covers the scope of this leading cause of death\, what the research has found to be the warning signs and risk factors of suicide\, and the strategies that prevent it. \n\n\n\nThis presentation will cover what we know about mental health and suicide\, the most up-to-date research on prevention\, and what we can all do to help save lives.Participants will learn common risk factors and warning signs in Latinx and Hispanic communities\, as well as how to keep ourselves\, our loved ones and those in our community safe. \n\n\n\nThis module focuses on Latinx and Hispanic populations. This training will be presented in Spanish. We are looking into an English translation during the Zoom but that is only a tenative option. If you would like to attend Talk Saves Lives in English\, go to www.afsp.org/rhodeisland to choose a date and register.    \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the scope of the problem of suicide within Latinx and Hispanic Communities\n\n\n\nDescribe suicide risk and protective factors specific to Latinx and Hispanic Communities\n\n\n\nDescribe warning signs of suicide\n\n\n\nExplain how to get help for yourself or someone in a suicidal crisis\n\n\n\nExplain how to seek and offer support for yourself or others\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/talk-saves-lives-en-espanol/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/TSL-talk-saves-lives-spanish.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20230420T142044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T153454Z UID:10000623-1700586000-1700589600@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 will meet every other Tuesday via ZOOM.   \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 URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-2/2023-11-21/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Latinx-support-group-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231030T173654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T152824Z UID:10000614-1701082800-1701088200@chwari.org SUMMARY:CHW Voices DESCRIPTION:For Leadership and Advocacy \n\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/2023-11-27/ CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231127T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231219T152913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T160343Z UID:10000714-1701082800-1701088200@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-2/2023-11-27/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231017T143502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T135524Z UID:10000604-1701172800-1701178200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Immigration Status Basics DESCRIPTION:Rhode Island-based community health worker colleagues are invited to join MLPB for this upcoming training opportunity! Immigration Status Basics will be held on November 28\, 2023 from 12:00PM to 1:30PM. During this training\, you will learn to: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecognize different types of immigration status.\n\n\n\nIdentify public policies\, systems\, and decisionmakers that impact the health and well-being of immigrant and mixed-status households.\n\n\n\nApply role-aligned immigration status problem-solving strategies in partnership with those you serve.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/immigration-status-basics/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/immigration-public-charge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T191647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190225Z UID:10000646-1701432000-1701435600@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/2023-12-01/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20240306T190245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T145913Z UID:10000649-1701432000-1701435600@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-2/2023-12-01/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20240911T145750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T145753Z UID:10000958-1701432000-1701435600@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-3/2023-12-01/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20240923T150036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150038Z UID:10000766-1701432000-1701435600@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-4/2023-12-01/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20230420T142044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T153454Z UID:10000624-1701795600-1701799200@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 will meet every other Tuesday via ZOOM.   \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 URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-2/2023-12-05/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Latinx-support-group-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T083000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T201804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T201806Z UID:10000655-1701934200-1701937800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Unwinding of Medicaid Coffee Hour DESCRIPTION:Join Patient-Centered Medical Home Kids for the Unwinding of Medicaid in Rhode Island \n\n\n\nDon’t miss PCMH Kids Coffee with Pat and Beth. Kristin Sousa\, Medicaid Program director will join. URL:https://chwari.org/event/unwinding-of-medicaid-coffee-hour/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231204T165955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T165956Z UID:10000658-1702371600-1702389600@chwari.org SUMMARY:Substance Exposed Newborn Conference DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 12\,  9 AM to 2 PMCrowne Plaza Hotel\, Warwick or Online$20 \n\n\n\nThere’s still time to register for the sixth annual Substance Exposed Newborn (SEN) Conference! This conference brings together clinical\, research\, and community content experts to raise awareness of evidence and emerging best practices and policy information as well as statewide resources to support pregnant and postpartum people and their babies and families affected by prenatal substance exposure. \n\n\n\nRegister Now URL:https://chwari.org/event/substance-exposed-newborn-conference/ LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Providence Airport/ Warwick\, 801 Greenwich Avenue\, Warwick\, Rhode Island\, 02886\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/SEN-Conference-2022-Main-Image_2160x1080px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T160944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T161931Z UID:10000643-1702382400-1702386000@chwari.org SUMMARY:Navigating Treatment for Substance Use Disorders DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health Ambassadors Virtual Lecture \n\n\n\nNavigating Treatment for Substance Use Disorders \n\n\n\nPresented by Dr. Cecilia Fix\, Director of the Division of Addiction Medicine at Lifespan \n\n\n\nThis presentation will address how opioid addiction has come to be more deadly than ever before. The discussion will include information about the different types of addiction treatment available and how to access these treatments. Join us prepared with your questions and inquiries! URL:https://chwari.org/event/navigating-treatment-for-substance-use-disorders/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pills-spill-out-of-orange-bottle-close-up-video-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T200506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T200748Z UID:10000654-1702560600-1702566000@chwari.org SUMMARY:Medicare CHW Financial Sustainability Strategy DESCRIPTION:Community Health Workers are essential to addressing social determinants of health. Although research has proven CHW’s efficiency on improving the community’s health outcome\, we are still struggling to sustain positions. This webinar will examine the new Medicare ruling as a potential strategy to sustain part of the CHW workforce.This webinar is open to all. CCR-2109 recipients (CHWs\, CHW allies\, CHW program staff\, etc.) and their partners are encouraged to attend.Spanish interpretation services will be provided in real-time and a recording of the webinar will be made available after the session for those unable to attend the live webinar.. \n\n\n\n\nDate and time: December 14\, 2023 1:30 – 3 p.m.\n\n\n\nFormat: Virtual / Online\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nLearn more and register here.\n\n\n\n\nCheck this webpage soon to watch the recorded webinar if you can’t join the time above! URL:https://chwari.org/event/medicare-chw-financial-sustainability-strategy/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T185230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T185642Z UID:10000645-1702641600-1702648800@chwari.org SUMMARY:CHW Voices Holiday Soirée DESCRIPTION:Note New Location! \n\n\n\nCHW Voices for Leadership And Advocacy is a group that meets once a month virtually. See schedule here: chwari.org/series/chw-voices/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCurrent and future group members are invited to join them for an In-Person Holiday soirée! \n\n\n\nFinally\, meet all those faces you may have seen on Zoom and connect with CHWs with the same interest in leadership and advocacy efforts for CHWs in Rhode Island! Join us for a chance to come together\, eat great food\, find new resources\, and create new connections for yourself and your organization. Please register by December 6.This event will replace the regular end-of-the-month meeting that would fall on the Christmas holiday.After the New Year\, the CHW Voices will meet again virtually on Monday\, January 29 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The group meets on the last Monday of the month at this same time. \n\n\n\n\nDate and time: Friday\, December 15\, 12 – 2 p.m.\n\n\n\nNEW Location:  Family Service of Rhode Island: 134 Thurbers Avenue\, Providence\, RI 02905  (parking in the rear off Eddy Street). Map\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please click here to register. URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-voices-holiday-soiree/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/heart-of-vegetables.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231206T201911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T201912Z UID:10000659-1702659600-1702666800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Diabetes Awareness Night DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Diabetes Awareness Event hosted by the RI Nurses Middle College. \n\n\n\nThe RI Nurses Institute Middle College High School is hosting a Diabetes Awareness Night on  Friday\, December 15th\, 2023 from 5pm- 7pm located at 150 Washington Street in Providence\, R.I. 02903. 2 RINI seniors have a special presentation about Diabetes Awareness. We also have community vendors for community resources and a job fair. Please share this with any community member that may be interested. \n\n\n\nThere is no charge for participation. Please email drosales@rinimc.org for questions or concerns. \n\n\n\nWe ask that vendors arrive between 4:30-4:45pm for setup. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to participate as a job fair vendor or a community resource vendor please sign up below. \n\n\n\nDecember 15th Diabetes Awareness Vendor or Donation Sign up URL:https://chwari.org/event/diabetes-awareness-night/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/diabetes-awareness.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T195504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T195741Z UID:10000652-1703070000-1703073600@chwari.org SUMMARY:Envision: CHW Self Care and Best Practices DESCRIPTION:Envision Equity Invites you to their Office Hours! Are you a CHW\, supervisor\, or program manager looking for dedicated time to connect\, engage\, and receive support on topics that matter to you? Look no further! Our Office Hours provide the specialized guidance and resources you need to thrive. \n\n\n\nCHW Self Care and Best Practices will be the topic on December 20th! URL:https://chwari.org/event/envision-chw-self-care-and-best-practices/2023-12-20/1/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/envision-ccr-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231129T144811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T182418Z UID:10000642-1703073600-1703079000@chwari.org SUMMARY:Certification Application Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Apply for Certification! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin preparing your application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board. \n\n\n\nDecember 20\, 12:00-1:30pmVirtual over Zoom \n\n\n\nIf you have already taken a Community Health Worker training and want guidance on applying for CHW certification in RI\, this workshop is for you! This free virtual workshop will give advice\, clarity and facts about preparing your portfolio. Please note: CHWARI does not provide the certification itself; that authority resides with the RI Certification Board. In that light\, this workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\nCertification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services\, so register today! \n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to those who: \n\n\n\n\nHave completed 70 hours of Core Competency CHW Training\, or who are currently enrolled in a training program that will result in meeting that requirement (having applied for such a training does not count\, but we will have other workshops in the future)\n\n\n\nAre employed as CHWs or who have completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent years\n\n\n\nHave completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent years\n\n\n\n\nIf you have not yet completed Core Competency CHW Training\, join the Community Health Worker Association of RI here to learn about upcoming training opportunities. \n\n\n\nRegister for this workshop ASAP! \n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email CHWARI’s Project Certification Specialist\, Daniel Dodd\, ddodd@ric.edu. Alternatively\, CHW Communications & Outreach Assistant\, Dimaura Tavares\, at dtavares@ric.edu. URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops,Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Certification.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T195504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T195741Z UID:10000653-1703095200-1703098800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Envision: CHW Self Care and Best Practices DESCRIPTION:Envision Equity Invites you to their Office Hours! Are you a CHW\, supervisor\, or program manager looking for dedicated time to connect\, engage\, and receive support on topics that matter to you? Look no further! Our Office Hours provide the specialized guidance and resources you need to thrive. \n\n\n\nCHW Self Care and Best Practices will be the topic on December 20th! URL:https://chwari.org/event/envision-chw-self-care-and-best-practices/2023-12-20/2/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/envision-ccr-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231225T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231225T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231219T152913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T160343Z UID:10000860-1703502000-1703507400@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-2/2023-12-25/ CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20230914T190728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T184735Z UID:10000598-1704389400-1704391200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Older Adults CHW Training DESCRIPTION:January 4\, 2024 through February 29\, 2024Thursday evenings 5:30-8:30pm\n\n\n\n*This training has been rescheduled from the training that would have started in November. If you applied to that training\, you do not need to re-apply\, but please review these new dates to ensure you could still attend if accepted. If the dates don’t work\, we would appreciate knowing that and we will take you off the applicant list; please inform Lina Roman at lroman@ric.edu.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n “Building Holistic Partnerships with Older Adults:  A Community Health Work\, Person-Centered & Social Determinants of Health Approach” Training for certification in the Specialty of Older Adults. \n\n\n\nThe virtual Older Adults Training will run over Zoom on Thursdays\, from 5:30pm – 8:30pm\, from January 4\, 2024 to February 29\, 2024. Attendance is required at all class sessions. \n\n\n\nThe FREE training will provide CHWs with knowledge of the following: \n\n\n\n\nCHWs\, Aging & the Workforce\n\n\n\nSociological Contexts of Aging: Obstacles & Opportunities\n\n\n\nPractice Perspective: Building Partnerships that Empower\n\n\n\nSocial Determinants of Health & Aging: Obstacles & Opportunities\n\n\n\nThreats to Health Aging: Behavioral Health Challenges & Dementia\n\n\n\nHealthy Aging\n\n\n\nEmpowering Partnerships & Resource Navigation\n\n\n\n\nTraining will be comprised of weekly scheduled Zoom sessions\, Thursdays from 5:30pm-8:30pm\, and assignments and activities requiring about 1-2 hours of additional time weekly. \n\n\n\nEligibility: \n\n\n\n\nRhode Island CHW Certification (or currently in process of applying for)\n\n\n\nExperience working or volunteering with the older adult population\n\n\n\n\nThis training fulfills the RI Certification Board’s requirements for the CCHW Specialty in Older Adults endorsement. Read more about applying for the endorsement here. This is NOT the application for this training. \n\n\n\nThe deadline to apply has been extended to Dec 22\, 2023 at 5pm. Please contact Bilingual Program Coordinator\, Lina Roman\, with any questions lroman@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply Here URL:https://chwari.org/event/older-adults-chw-training-4/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Older-Adults-CHW-trainer-and-client.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T191647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190225Z UID:10000647-1704456000-1704459600@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/2024-01-05/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20240306T190245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T145913Z UID:10000748-1704456000-1704459600@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-2/2024-01-05/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20240911T145750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T145753Z UID:10000968-1704456000-1704459600@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-3/2024-01-05/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20240923T150036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150038Z UID:10000980-1704456000-1704459600@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-4/2024-01-05/ LOCATION:Woonsocket Public Library\, 303 Clinton Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Woonsocket-CHW-Flyer-without-Dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T155608 CREATED:20231201T163235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T163237Z UID:10000644-1704801600-1704805200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Identifying and Responding to Bullying DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health Ambassadors Virtual Lecture \n\n\n\nIdentifying and Responding to Bullying \n\n\n\nPresented by Aleia Gardner\, Prevention CoordinatorMarly Holloway\, Training and Outreach CoordinatorDay One RI \n\n\n\nThis presentation will explain the different types of bullying (including cyber) and how to identify the signs. Join us to learn how to recognize when a child is making a disclosure\, and how to respond effectively to promote their wellbeing. This program will provide prevention strategies\, resources for community members and professionals\, and information on mandated reporting. \n\n\n\nObjectives: \n\n\n\n\nProvide information on identifying different types of bullying.\n\n\n\nDiscuss strategies to respond to bullying.\n\n\n\nDiscuss bystander intervention.\n\n\n\nIdentify resources for those affected by bullying.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThis lecture will be provided through Zoom. The link and sign in information will be provided prior to the lecture. URL:https://chwari.org/event/identifying-and-responding-to-bullying/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Cyber-bullying-122156_960_720.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR