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SUMMARY:CHW Voices- Food Access
DESCRIPTION:CHW Voices For Leadership and Advocacy- Food Access Session \n\n\n\nIn response to changes and delays in SNAP\, CHW Voices will focus this month on food access resources! No stigma\, no shame — we’re in this together. \n\n\n\nIf you’re working to address food insecurity — whether you’re hosting events\, looking for partners\, or just want to connect — this session is for you!   \n\n\n\nCome hear what others are doing\, meet potential partners\, share ideas\, and take action to support our communities — and ourselves.  \n\n\n\n\nLink to Presentation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us! Learn more about us here: chwari.org/chw-voices-for-leadership-advocacy/\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\nNew Zoom Link 10/17 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86047779233?pwd=O4iaX1lpbd421xoV8OVFaPvqiWAaKr.1  \n\n\n\nEmail questions to RI CHW Voices richwvoices@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\nZoom Link
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-voices-18/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T170000
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SUMMARY:Latinx 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\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. \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\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, CCHW. \n\n\n\nEmail Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-support-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
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SUMMARY:Certification Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:(See other dates here.) \n\n\n\nLearn How to Apply for Certification! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin preparing your CHW application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board. \n\n\n\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. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\n“Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities\, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” – Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCertification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services\, so register today!  \n\n\n\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)\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\nIf you have any questions\, please email David Zuleta at dzuleta@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-15/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T153000
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SUMMARY:CTC-RI Conference: Advancing Primary Care: Innovating for a Sustainable Future”
DESCRIPTION:Join Care Transformation Collaborative of RI on Wednesday\, November 19th\, at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick Rhode Island for “Advancing Primary Care: Innovating for a Sustainable Future”. This in-person event promises enriching learning opportunities across key topics such as: health equity\, population health\, best practices in behavioral health (IBH)\, technology\, addressing workforce shortage\, improving child/family health and more! As we delve into these critical areas\, attendees can expect to gain invaluable insights and strategies to improve patient outcomes by leveraging the strengths of the team\, the system of care and patient voice. \n\n\n\n​​In addition to our engaging educational sessions\, our conference will feature an exciting exhibitor hall\, showcasing community-based organizations\, partners\, and health care agencies and their services. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore and meet with  a diverse range of exhibitors\, network\, and access cutting-edge industry and local resources. Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to connect with colleagues\, learn from experts\, and discover ways to advance primary care and health equity. \n\n\n\n​​Target Audience\n\n\n\n​​All CTC-RI practices\, learning collaborative participants and partners\, past and present\, are welcome to attend. We invite practice leadership\, providers\, nurses\, nurse care managers\, care coordinators\, behavioral health staff\, practice managers\, pharmacists\, medical assistants\, community health workers\, and CTC-RI stakeholders to come learn as a team! \n\n\n\n​​Registration Information\n\n\n\n​​Registration will begin at 8:00am EST with a light breakfast. Our welcome address will begin at 9:00am. \n\n\n\n​​CME Accreditation\n\n\n\n​​CME’s/CEU’s and certificates of attendance will be available after the conference. CHW certificates of attendance will also be available. \n\n\n\n​We gratefully acknowledge the support of:\n\n\n\n\n​Advance-CTR\n\n\n\n​Equip Health\n\n\n\n​​Rhode Island Health Center Association\n\n\n\n​URI Rhode Island Geriatric Education Center\n\n\n\n​Rhode Island Primary Care Physicians Corporation\n\n\n\n​​Rhode Island Health Plans: Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI\, Neighborhood Health Plan of RI\, Point32Health and UnitedHealthcare\n\n\n\n\n​​For additional questions contact Michelle Mooney\, MPA\, Program Coordinator\, CTC-RI: mmooney@ctc-ri.org
URL:https://chwari.org/event/ctc-ri-conference-advancing-primary-care-innovating-for-a-sustainable-future/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Providence Airport/ Warwick\, 801 Greenwich Avenue\, Warwick\, Rhode Island\, 02886\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T101500
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SUMMARY:RI Food Access Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:*This meeting typically happens monthly\, but in light of the current state of emergency\, it has been moved to weekly\, on Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15 am.  * \n\n\n\nRI Food Access Office Hours (monthly)\n\n\n\nThis monthly meeting creates space for community members and organizations to hear from—and ask questions of—state agencies and each other. Staff from state agencies and community organizations provide updates on food access programs and share information about any upcoming program changes. All are welcome to join us on the first Wednesday of each month from 9:30 to 10 a.m. on Zoom. \n\n\n\nZoom link: https://zoom.us/j/95157696130?pwd=HWzZNjEavJaH6TbXbsQQQuhOpIUcmM.1  \n\n\n\nEmail Sarah Blau with any issues:  Sarah.Blau@health.ri.gov
URL:https://chwari.org/event/ri-food-access-office-hours-2/2025-11-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T090000
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CREATED:20251030T134202Z
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SUMMARY:Medicaid Billing Training for Independent CHWs
DESCRIPTION:Rhode Island Independent Community Health Works (RIICHW) is the BIPOC-led hub funded in partnership with RIDOH\, existing to support Independent CHWs with innovative tools that help them launch\, bill compliantly\, and sustain long-term business practices. \n\n\n\nIn response to demand\, RIICHW will be offering a six hour CHW Medicaid Billing Training on 11/20.  The billing practices that will be provided in this training have been tested by RIICHW and should reflect the current best practices.    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis training is intended for Independent CHWs. Bring specific questions and/or confusing claims if you have them. \n\n\n\nWHEN: Thursday 11/20\, 9-3pmWHERE: Warren Alpert Medical School\, 222 Richmond St\, ProvidenceLunch will be provided by Beautiful Day \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://chwari.org/event/medicaid-billing-training-for-independent-chws/
LOCATION:Warren Alpert Medical School\, 222 Richmond Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T101500
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SUMMARY:RI Food Access Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:*This meeting typically happens monthly\, but in light of the current state of emergency\, it has been moved to weekly\, on Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15 am.  * \n\n\n\nRI Food Access Office Hours (monthly)\n\n\n\nThis monthly meeting creates space for community members and organizations to hear from—and ask questions of—state agencies and each other. Staff from state agencies and community organizations provide updates on food access programs and share information about any upcoming program changes. All are welcome to join us on the first Wednesday of each month from 9:30 to 10 a.m. on Zoom. \n\n\n\nZoom link: https://zoom.us/j/95157696130?pwd=HWzZNjEavJaH6TbXbsQQQuhOpIUcmM.1  \n\n\n\nEmail Sarah Blau with any issues:  Sarah.Blau@health.ri.gov
URL:https://chwari.org/event/ri-food-access-office-hours-2/2025-11-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T120000
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CREATED:20251112T161444Z
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SUMMARY:CHW Winter Coat Drive
DESCRIPTION:Address: Dexter Training GroupParade St & Willow St\, Providence\, RI 02909 \n\n\n\nWarm Hearts\, Warm Coats\n\n\n\nFamily meet & greet with free coats and more. Kids can share wishes by writing a letter to Santa\, we will have surprises for the kids. \n\n\n\nCollection Box Locations: \n\n\n\n\nBrown University\, 155 South Main Street\, Providence\, 02903\n\n\n\nRIC Workforce Development Hub\, 934 Dexter St\, Central Falls\, RI 02863\n\n\n\nPoder 1110 Radio 1270 Mineral Spring Avenue North Providence RI 02904\n\n\n\nTides Family Services\, 242 Dexter St\, Pawtucket\, RI 02860\n\n\n\nBoost Mobile\, 1079 Chalkstone Ave\, Providence\, RI 02908\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you have a coat to donate\, or are willing to have a collection box at your organization\, please email Lina Roman \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCorazones llenos de carino y Abrigos calidos\n\n\n\nEncuentro familiar con abrigos gratis y más. Los niños pueden compartir y escribirle sus deseos a santa abran sorpresitas para los niños. \n\n\n\nPublicaremos la lista de lugares donde puedes donar tan pronto como la tengamos. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi tiene un abrigo para donar o está dispuesto a tener una caja de recolección en su organización\, envíe un correo electrónico a Lina Roman. \n\n\n\nThis event is organized by the Latinx CHW Support group of RI.  Learn more about them here.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-winter-coat-drive/
LOCATION:Dexter Training Group\, Address: Parade St & Willow St\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02909
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251030T165539Z
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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\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. \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\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, CCHW. \n\n\n\nEmail Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-26/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T130000
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CREATED:20251120T144648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T145130Z
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SUMMARY:Health Coverage Office Hours for CHWs
DESCRIPTION:What questions are you hearing from your clients\, friends and family related to health coverage?  \n\n\n\nWhat information would help you answer these questions? \n\n\n\nJoin CHWARI and HealthSource RI as we work together find the answers.  This upcoming event will provide an overview of recent federal changes that may impact health coverage costs and eligibility\, and how changes are expected to impact people enrolling in coverage for 2026. We’ll leave plenty of time for you to share what you are hearing about health coverage in your community lately\, and the resources we can provide to answer those questions.  \n\n\n\nReach out to Jordan Banick (she/her)\, Health Source RI Outreach and Communications Manager\, or David Zuleta with questions dzuleta@ric.edu.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/health-coverage-office-hours-for-chws/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251103T162214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T184723Z
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SUMMARY:CHW Strategy Team
DESCRIPTION:Join the CHW Strategy Team.The Rhode Island CHW Strategy team brings together Community Health Workers\, employers\, and policymakers to strengthen and integrate the CHW workforce and support equitable health systems across Rhode Island. The team coordinates statewide priorities—workforce development\, sustainability\, advocacy\, and interagency collaboration—and keeps the CHW Roadmap active and meaningful as a guide for long-term progress. \n\n\n\nIf you believe in practical collaboration\, shared learning\, and steady forward movement toward health equity\, we’d value your voice and partnership. \n\n\n\nEmail James Day at James.Day@health.ri.gov for calendar invite.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-strategy-team/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251106T175511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T180011Z
UID:10001323-1764784800-1764795600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:December 3rd – February 25th\, 2025Wednesdays\, 6:00pm-9:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe overall goal of this 30-hour Behavioral Health Certificate Program is for front line staff to develop a useful awareness of behavioral health to inform their approach to their work responsibilities within healthcare settings. The online delivery of this training is supported by a combination of: \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSelf-directed learning delivered online training videos and reflection activities.\n\n\n\nLive Learning sessions supported by weekly 3-hour Zoom sessions.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in this online training requires internet access and the use of a computer or tablet that is equipped with a camera\, speakers\, and a microphone.   \n\n\n\nThe BH Training will run from December 3\, 2025 through February 25\, 2025 every Wednesday from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm over Zoom. ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED AT ALL ZOOM SESSIONS.Please be sure to fill out all parts of the application. The deadline to apply is November 21\, 2025 by midnight\, though the application may close earlier due to high demand. If you have any questions\, please email David Zuleta at dzuleta@ric.edu or Tonya Glantz at tglantz@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply
URL:https://chwari.org/event/behavioral-health-certificate-program/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251118T184209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T213943Z
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SUMMARY:Condensed Older Adults Training
DESCRIPTION:Three Saturdays: December 6th\, 13th & 20th9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Attendance is required at all sessions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHWARI is excited to offer an intensive cohort of: “Building Holistic Partnerships with Older Adults: A Community Health Work\, Person-Centered & Social Determinants of Health Approach” \n\n\n\nThis FREE 26 hour training is funded by Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare and aligns with the Rhode Island Certification Board’s (RICB) educational requirements for this specialty CHW endorsement. The training is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. \n\n\n\nThe Older Adults Training will include three live sessions delivered in English\, along with asynchronous content. The training will run from December 6\, 2025\, to December 20\, 2025. In-person classes will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on three Saturdays — December 6\, December 13\, and December 20. Attendance is required at all in-person sessions. \n\n\n\nThe deadline to apply is Monday\, November 24\, 2025\, at 5:00 p.m. \n\n\n\n\nApply!\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Tonya Glantz at Tglantz@ric.edu 
URL:https://chwari.org/event/condensed-older-adults-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251124T154912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T155543Z
UID:10001331-1765807200-1765818000@chwari.org
SUMMARY:End of Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:CHW End-of-Year Celebration Registration / Registro para la Celebración de Fin de Año de CHWs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join CHW Voices and the RI Latinx CHW Group for their end of the year celebration! \n\n\n\nDate: December 15 from 2pm – 5pmLocation: Shared with those who register \n\n\n\nYou may bring a dish or drinks if you want\, but it’s not required. If your plans change\, please let us know. \n\n\n\nPuede traer un plato o bebidas si desea\, pero no es obligatorio. Si sus planes cambian\, por favor avísenos.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/end-of-year-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251031T145616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T143820Z
UID:10001259-1765904400-1765908000@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\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. \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\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, CCHW. \n\n\n\nEmail Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-32/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251209T151526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T152232Z
UID:10001333-1765971000-1765976400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Meeting with Senator Flamigletti
DESCRIPTION:Senator Stefano Flamigletti\, Senate-District 4 has sent a new date/time to talk to CHWs and independent CHWs. This event has been organized by Ana Marin\, CHW.  If this event is cancelled we will announce it here so check the CHWARI calendar before leaving for the meeting. \n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, December 17th\, 2025 \n\n\n\nLocation: Starbucks \n\n\n\n                1599 Mineral Spring Ave. \n\n\n\n                 North Providence\, RI \n\n\n\nTime: 11:30 am \n\n\n\nBring your stories of how you have helped Rhode Islanders\, and what you need our legislators to fight for!  Reach out to event coordinator\, Ana Marin\, with questions: amarinchw@gmail.com.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/meeting-with-senator-flamigletti/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251031T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195410Z
UID:10001223-1766401200-1766406600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Voices
DESCRIPTION:For Leadership and Advocacy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us! Learn more about us here: chwari.org/chw-voices-for-leadership-advocacy/\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\nNew Zoom Link 10/17 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86047779233?pwd=O4iaX1lpbd421xoV8OVFaPvqiWAaKr.1  \n\n\n\nEmail questions to RI CHW Voices richwvoices@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\nZoom Link
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-voices-19/2025-12-22/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251202T144754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164401Z
UID:10001332-1767258000-1767268800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:HIV Targeted Case Management
DESCRIPTION:DATES CHANGING!  Stand by! \n\n\n\nCourse Details: \n\n\n\nDates: TBD (Was Wednesdays\, January 7\, 2026 through March 25\, 2026) \n\n\n\nTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n\n\n\nLocation: Zoom (the final class on 3/25 may be hosted in person at RIC for a celebration and final presentations\, but this is TBD) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nProgram Overview: \n\n\n\nDeveloped to teach best practices for achieving optimum health and wellness for people living with HIV/AIDS\, this certification program consists of 36 hours of classroom instruction (12 weeks)\, weekly homework assignments\, and creation of a final group project. These hours would count towards the Rhode Island Certification Board’s education requirement for CHW certification and recertification. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCourse Modules: \n\n\n\n\nModule I: Overview of the HIV Certification Program\n\n\n\nModule IA: Case Management Definition\, Philosophy\, and Skillsets\n\n\n\nModule IB: HIV 101 – The Basics\n\n\n\nModule II: HIV Testing and Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)\n\n\n\nModule III: Building Awareness and Fundamental Engagement/Motivational Interviewing\n\n\n\nModule IV: Social Determinants of Health\n\n\n\nModule V: Cultural Responsiveness & Competence\n\n\n\nModule VI: Behavioral Health (Trauma-Informed Care\, Mental Health\, Domestic Violence\, and Grief & Loss) Part I\n\n\n\nModule VII: Behavioral Health (Trauma-Informed Care\, Mental Health\, Domestic Violence\, and Grief & Loss) Part II\n\n\n\nModule VIII: Putting it All Together: Resources and Documentation Part I\n\n\n\nModule IX: Putting it All Together: Resources and Documentation Part II\n\n\n\nModule X: Ethics\, Self-Care\, and Professional Development Plan\n\n\n\nModule XI: Group Projects\n\n\n\nModule XII: Group Projects & Evaluations\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will be emailed the Zoom link the week before training begins\, along with additional information to prepare for the course. If you have any questions or need additional information\, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kyle Penrod at kpenrod@ric.edu   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration Information: \n\n\n\nThis cohort will be limited to 15 participants. When the new dates are finalized\, we will share them here.  Kyle Penrod at kpenrod@ric.edu can answer questions.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/hiv-targeted-case-management/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20260106T154908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T155911Z
UID:10001336-1768309200-1768320000@chwari.org
SUMMARY:HEZ Virtual Learning Days
DESCRIPTION:2026 Virtual Learning Days: Open Registration Registration links for the 2026 Virtual Learning Day sessions are now open. Sign up for workshops\, strategy sessions\, and more! \n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 13\, 2026Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) Updates  | 1-2 p.m.Learn about the work underway to improve systems\, better serve Rhode Islanders\, and efforts to respond to federal actions. This session also includes a curated Q&A. Audience: All are welcome.Register now! \n\n\n\nWhat’s it Gonna Take? Diving Deeper into Racial Equity | 2-4 p.m.What’s it gonna take for us to understand our resistance\, overcome the distractions\, and DO THE WORK? In this workshop\, we will strengthen our community by holding each other accountable to deeper levels of racial equity work. Audience: Attendees of prior “I’m Gonna Need to See Some ID” racial equity series and those who have an intermediate or advanced understanding of racial equity. Register now! \n\n\n\nSave the Date: In-Person March 2026 HEZ Learning Community Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 | University of Rhode Island – Kingston Campus *Stay tuned for details!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/2026-hez-virtual-learning-days/
CATEGORIES:HEZ Learning Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20260106T155237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T155719Z
UID:10001337-1768384800-1768406400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:HEZ Virtual Learning Days
DESCRIPTION:2026 Virtual Learning Days: Open Registration Registration links for the 2026 Virtual Learning Day sessions are now open. Sign up for workshops\, strategy sessions\, and more! \n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 14\, 2026 SNAP-Ed: Helping Communities Eat Well and Spend Less | 10 a.m.-NoonJoin this fun and interactive discussion on common barriers to healthy eating\, food assistance programs\, and nutrition education resources to help clients shop for and prepare quick\, healthy\, low-cost meals. Audience: Open to the HEZ network\, community health workers\, and anyone interested in affordability.Register now!How to Respond to an Encounter with ICE | 1-2 p.m.This session explores legal guidelines for how health care workers and community members can navigate encounters with federal immigration enforcement\, including Know Your Rights information. Audience: Open to all. Register now!Effective Strategies to Implement Chronic Disease Prevention Programs for Diet and Exercise 3-4 p.m.This session explores how HEZs deliver chronic disease prevention programs. Discuss strategies that strengthen community networks and reshape local environments to make healthy choices easier. How can community-led efforts address food insecurity\, promote physical activity\, and inform chronic disease prevention initiatives?Audience:All are welcome. Register now! \n\n\n\nSave the Date: In-Person March 2026 HEZ Learning Community Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 | University of Rhode Island – Kingston Campus *Stay tuned for details!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/hez-virtual-learning-days/
CATEGORIES:HEZ Learning Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20260106T155622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T155741Z
UID:10001338-1768474800-1768492800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:HEZ Virtual Learning Days
DESCRIPTION:Registration links for the 2026 Virtual Learning Day sessions are now open. Sign up for workshops\, strategy sessions\, and more!   \n\n\n\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 Community Climate Resiliency Community of Practice Meet & Greet | 11-12:30 p.m.In preparation for the launch of a climate resiliency community of practice\, join climate resiliency subject matter experts\, technical assistance providers\, State agency program leads\, and other interested stakeholders. Audience: All are welcome\, especially those interested in or working on climate resiliency. Register now! Community Overdose Engagement (CODE) – Action Planning Workshop | 1-3 p.m.Join experienced colleagues and other experts to discuss lessons learned from addressing the overdose crisis. This session is taking place in lieu of the January CODE Meeting. Audience: HEZ Community Overdose Engagement (CODE) grantees\, Rhode Island Foundation grantees\, and others working on community overdose prevention. Register now! \n\n\n\nSave the Date: In-Person March 2026 HEZ Learning Community Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 | University of Rhode Island – Kingston Campus *Stay tuned for details!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/hez-virtual-learning-days-2/
CATEGORIES:HEZ Learning Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20251211T140859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T180229Z
UID:10001334-1769016600-1769027400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:CHW Core Competency Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is no longer accepting applications due to a high response rate.  Applicants will be contacted by January 16th.  Our next training will start in March.  Details here. \n\n\n\nJanuary 21-April 22\, 2026Wednesdays 5:30-8:30pmVirtual over Zoom \n\n\n\nGet the training you need to apply for CHW Certification! \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 Wednesday evenings\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm from January 21-April 22\, 2026.  *Please note that this training has different weekly hours than some of our past core trainings. This is 3 hours each week of zoom class and 3 hours a week of “homework.”* ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED AT ALL ZOOM SESSIONS. \n\n\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\nApplication Closed- See March Training\n\n\n\n\nThis training is funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and conducted by the Community Health Worker Association of RI housed at the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.  Reach out to David Zuleta with questions dzuleta@ric.edu.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-core-competency-training-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20260115T192651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T192653Z
UID:10001341-1769083200-1769086800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Certification Application Workshop in Spanish
DESCRIPTION:¡Obtén tu Certificación como CHW!  \n\n\n\nTALLER DE SOLICITUD DE CERTIFICACIÓN COMO CHW EN ESPAÑOL  \n\n\n\nComienza a preparar tu solicitud\, incluye el portafolio\, para tu presentación a la Junta de Certificación de RI \n\n\n\nPaola Nuñez Reyes\, CCHW\n\n\n\nSi ya ha tomado una capacitación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios y desea orientación sobre cómo solicitar la certificación de CHW en RI\, en Español ¡Este taller es para usted!  Este taller virtual es gratuito te dará consejos\, preparar tu portafolio. Tenga en cuenta: CHWARI no proporciona la certificación en sí; esa autoridad reside en la Junta de Certificación de RI. Este taller te brindara una orientación básica\, pero lo remitirá al RICB para preguntas más complejas.  \n\n\n\nEsta presentacion sera via Zoom con Paola Nuñez Reyes\, CCHW \n\n\n\n¡Requisitos importantes! \n\n\n\n\nDebe haber completado con éxito la Capacitación como CHW de Competencia Básica\n\n\n\nDebe contar con al menos 6 meses de experiencia laboral a tiempo completo como CHW o 1000 horas de voluntariado como CHW.\n\n\n\nDebe poder presentar pruebas de lo anterior.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nEmail pnunezreyes@ric.edu con preguntas.  \n\n\n\n“Obtener mi certificación CHW me ayudó a conseguir un ascenso en mi trabajo. También me ayudó a seguir adelante con la obtención de una Licenciatura. Convertirse en una CCHW puede abrir tantas oportunidades\, que vale la pena el tiempo y el esfuerzo para obtener la Certificación.”  – Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn How to Apply for Certification! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin preparing your CHW application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board. \n\n\n\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. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\nImportant Requirements! \n\n\n\n\nMust have successfully completed a CHW Core Training.\n\n\n\nMust have at least 6 months of full-time work as a CHW or 1\,000 volunteer hours as a CHW.\n\n\n\nMust be able to provide evidence of the above.\n\n\n\n\n“Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities\, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” – Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-in-spanish-3/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20241118T174807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T231005Z
UID:10001028-1769243400-1769270400@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Public Health CCHW Training
DESCRIPTION:Application is Open!   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJanuary 24th-Feb 28th*\, 2026Saturdays\, in-person at RIC9am-5pm \n\n\n\nCHWARI is excited to offer this training in Public Health to Rhode Island CHWs and we are thrilled that we get to offer it in person!!! This training is for Rhode Island certified CCHWs only. \n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Health Workers will: \n\n\n\n \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 Outcomes\n\n\n\nCHW Core Skills & Data Literacy: Collecting\, Understanding\, Informing\, and Visualizing Data\n\n3.b CHW Core Skills & Data Literacy: Communicating with Data\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvocating for Change: Public Health Policy and CHW Leadership\n\n\n\nRI Public Health Infrastructure\n\n\n\nPartners in Advancing Public Health\n\n\n\nCareers in Public Health\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Case Studies: Tools for Learning and Evaluation\n\n\n\nSelf-care and Final Presentation Prep\n\n\n\nFinal Presentations & Debrief\n\n\n\n\nEarn 30 hours towards your CHW Certification! \n\n\n\nThe in-person Public Health Training will be on five Saturdays at Rhode Island College. January 24th\, 31st\, Feb 7th\, (No Feb 14th!)\, Feb 21st\, Feb 24th\, 2026. There will be 40 hours of in-class time. Attendance is required at all class sessions. \n\n\n\nPlease be sure to fill out ALL THREE SECTIONS of the application. The deadline for the application is January 16th . If you have any questions\, please email Anna Nerbonne or anerbonne@ric.edu\, David Zuleta at dzuleta@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLink to apply\, in case the buttons aren’t working:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfi-_4SPcsli0BrXGefRBKV16e92RPPIQ8EexBJ3lSmUr2mCw/viewform?usp=send_form
URL:https://chwari.org/event/public-health-cchw-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20260115T142355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T141928Z
UID:10001343-1769688000-1769691600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Certification Application Workshop in Spanish
DESCRIPTION:¡Obtén tu Certificación como CHW!  \n\n\n\nTALLER DE SOLICITUD DE CERTIFICACIÓN COMO CHW EN ESPAÑOL  \n\n\n\nComienza a preparar tu solicitud\, incluye el portafolio\, para tu presentación a la Junta de Certificación de RI \n\n\n\nPaola Nuñez Reyes\, CCHW\n\n\n\nSi ya ha tomado una capacitación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios y desea orientación sobre cómo solicitar la certificación de CHW en RI\, en Español ¡Este taller es para usted!  Este taller virtual es gratuito te dará consejos\, preparar tu portafolio. Tenga en cuenta: CHWARI no proporciona la certificación en sí; esa autoridad reside en la Junta de Certificación de RI. Este taller te brindara una orientación básica\, pero lo remitirá al RICB para preguntas más complejas.  \n\n\n\nEsta presentacion sera via Zoom con Paola Nuñez Reyes\, CCHW \n\n\n\n¡Requisitos importantes! \n\n\n\n\nDebe haber completado con éxito la Capacitación como CHW de Competencia Básica\n\n\n\nDebe contar con al menos 6 meses de experiencia laboral a tiempo completo como CHW o 1000 horas de voluntariado como CHW.\n\n\n\nDebe poder presentar pruebas de lo anterior.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nEmail pnunezreyes@ric.edu con preguntas.  \n\n\n\n“Obtener mi certificación CHW me ayudó a conseguir un ascenso en mi trabajo. También me ayudó a seguir adelante con la obtención de una Licenciatura. Convertirse en una CCHW puede abrir tantas oportunidades\, que vale la pena el tiempo y el esfuerzo para obtener la Certificación.”  – Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn How to Apply for Certification! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin preparing your CHW application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board. \n\n\n\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. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\nImportant Requirements! \n\n\n\n\nMust have successfully completed a CHW Core Training.\n\n\n\nMust have at least 6 months of full-time work as a CHW or 1\,000 volunteer hours as a CHW.\n\n\n\nMust be able to provide evidence of the above.\n\n\n\n\n“Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities\, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” – Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-in-spanish-2/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T170000
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SUMMARY:Asthma Core Training for CHW and MA
DESCRIPTION:Apply by January 16th! \n\n\n\n\nSee PDF Flyer\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Link
URL:https://chwari.org/event/asthma-core-training-for-chw-and-ma/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T150000
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CREATED:20260116T163930Z
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SUMMARY:Job Readiness Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Fridays: February 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th9:30am-3pmIn-Person @Rhode Island College \n\n\n\nBe ready when your dream job opens up!   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription – We encourage CHWs and other direct service staff who are currently in the field or returning to the field\, and who want to build confidence at work\, strengthen professionalism\, support their well-being\, and grow in their careers\, to apply for this in-person Job Readiness Bootcamp. The training focuses on practical workplace skills\, self-care and wellness\, stress and time management\, professional boundaries\, and strategies to prevent burnout and support work-life balance. \n\n\n\nThis in-person\, 24-hour Job Readiness Training is funded by the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. The training will take place on four Fridays—February 6th\, 13th\, 20th\, and 27th from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided on campus at Rhode Island College\, and attendance at all sessions is required to receive a certificate of completion.  \n\n\n\nThese hours ‘count’ towards CHW Certification and Recertification with the RICB! \n\n\n\nPlease register no later than January 30th\, 2026 at 5pm\, Link may close due to high demand!  \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/job-readiness-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
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CREATED:20260112T184532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T202948Z
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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\n\nNew Zoom\n\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\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. \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\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, CCHW. \n\n\n\n\nZoom\n\n\n\n\nEmail Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-23/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T193000
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CREATED:20260115T200632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T170902Z
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SUMMARY:Certification Application Workshop (in English)
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Apply for Certification! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBegin preparing your CHW application\, including portfolio\, for submission to the RI Certification Board. \n\n\n\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. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. \n\n\n\n“Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities\, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” – Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCertification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services\, so register today!  \n\n\n\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)\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\nIf you have any questions\, please email David Zuleta at dzuleta@ric.edu. \n\n\n\nFebruary 12th Certification Workshop – Zoom Registration Link: https://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/rLx4yiVhQoyvP9YmsDR1SA \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-in-english/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142357
CREATED:20260202T191003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T192106Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Training (English)
DESCRIPTION:This five-hour training (offered in English) is designed for direct care staff working with older adults and their caretakers. The training is designed to increase your knowledge and practice skills to support work with older adults. This training opportunity is designed for direct care staff who are working directly with older adults or in settings that serve older adults. \n\n\n\nThe training will be held on Saturday February 21st from 9am-2pm at RI College in Alger Hall\, Room 107.  \n\n\n\nMorning refreshments and lunch will be provided.  \n\n\n\nPlease Register BY 2/13 @ 9pm – space is limited. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives \n\n\n\n\nReinforce awareness of Dementia and the diseases that cause it.\n\n\n\nStrengthen understanding of Person-Centered Care (PCC) as a best practice approach when working with people living with Dementia and their care partners.\n\n\n\nUse vignettes to develop critical thinking skills related to navigating the care continuum through the stages of dementia. \n\n\n\n\nQuestions- contact Tonya Glantz tglantz@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/dementia-training-english/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
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