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SUMMARY:HEZ Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for this HEZ learning community!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTTAP organizes HEZ Learning Communities\, the HEZ initiative’s primary shared learning forum. These quarterly\, conference-style events are planned and led in partnership with HEZ community leaders. Learning Communities bring HEZs and stakeholders together across sectors to address inequities and cultivate collective impact. \n\n\n\nIf you know of any large gatherings or events that may conflict with any Learning Community dates\, please email morgan.duffney@health.ri.gov or Deb.Golding@health.ri.gov.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/hez-learning-community-7/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Providence Airport/ Warwick\, 801 Greenwich Avenue\, Warwick\, Rhode Island\, 02886\, United States
CATEGORIES:HEZ Learning Community
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SUMMARY:OHIC Provider Staffing and Expense Survey Q & A Virtual Session
DESCRIPTION:Reserve your spot now! \n\n\n\nOHIC Provider Staffing and Expense Survey Q & A Virtual Session: \n\n\n\nA Platform for Statewide Rate Review of CHW Services \n\n\n\nVirtual Meeting: March 10\, 2025 \n\n\n\nfrom 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm \n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BAE6OZWXRbiwczqV77t_0g \n\n\n\n In January\, many of you might have received the Provider Staffing and Expense Survey. This information collected in the survey will be used to support the Office of Health Insurance Commissioner (OHIC) Social and Human Service Programs Review and will help inform the Medicaid reimbursement rate recommendations included in this review.  \n\n\n\nTo assist you in completing the survey\, OHIC\, in collaboration with Milliman\, is inviting CHW providers to a question-and-answer session to respond to provider questions specific to completing the survey. In preparation for this meeting please review the following materials prior to joining the meeting:  \n\n\n\n\nThe “Instructions” worksheet in the Provider Staffing and Expense Survey. This serves as the first point of instructional content in completing the survey. \n\n\n\nPop-out boxes on input cells in the survey. The survey has more specific pop-up instruction boxes when you select various input and header cells within the survey that are included to clarify instructions for the specific cell in question. \n\n\n\nThe instructional video linked here: Rhode Island Staffing and Expense Survey Training [vimeo.com]. This video was prepared to illustrate how to navigate the survey and assist in completing the survey. \n\n\n\n\nPlease review these resources prior to joining the meeting and attend with any remaining questions. Also\, feel free to email questions to RI_OHIC_rate_program_review@milliman.com and they will respond as quickly as possible to your questions. 
URL:https://chwari.org/event/ohic-provider-staffing-and-expense-survey-q-a-virtual-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T090000
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SUMMARY:Substance Use Disorder (Online)
DESCRIPTION:March 12\, 2025  \n\n\n\n9am-10:30am   \n\n\n\nPlease join the Institute for Education in Healthcare and our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this online training. \n\n\n\nThis training is designed to provide participants with a brief introduction to the complexities of substance use and overuse. Participants will review concepts such as addiction\, dependence\, and general signs and symptoms of substance use. Learners will have the opportunity to review the four most frequently misused substances\, signs of overdose and useful evidence-based interventions. This training will conclude with sharing information with participants on the stigma and barriers associated with substance use. \n\n\n\nCertificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/substance-use-disorder-online-3/
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T080000
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Institute for Education in Healthcare on 3/14/2025 from 8:00am – 4:00 pm on the RIC campus as we join with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this in-person training.  \n\n\n\nMental Health First Aid for Adults is an eight-hour course that gives people the skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it does build mental health literacy\, helping the public identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental illness. Trainees are taught how to apply the five-step action plan in a variety of situations such as helping someone through a panic attack\, engaging with someone who may be suicidal\, or assisting an individual who has overdosed. An important component of the mental health first aid course is the opportunity to practice the intervention strategy rather than to just learn about it. This simple experience can make it easier to actually apply the knowledge in a real-life situation. \n\n\n\n Certificates of completion will be provided to participants after the training.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange
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SUMMARY:Certification Application Workshop In Spanish
DESCRIPTION:¡Obtén tu Certificación como CHW! O tu endoso de especialidad como HIV or Adultos Mayores. \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\nMarzo 20\, 2025   1:00 pm to 2:30 pm \n\n\n\nLina Roman\, CCHW\n\n\n\nEsta presentacion sera via Zoom con Lina Roman\, 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\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.” \n\n\n\n– Wendy Sanchez\, CCHW\, Resident Services Manager\, ONE Neighborhood Builders \n\n\n\nLa certificación (o un plan con su empleador para obtenerla) esta certificaciion es necesaria para obtener el reembolso de Medicaid por sus servicios de CHW\, ¡Así que regístrese hoy! \n\n\n\n*Este taller está abierto a aquellos que: \n\n\n\n\nHan completado 70 horas de Capacitación como CHW de Competencia Básica\, o que actualmente están inscritos en un programa de capacitación que resultará en el cumplimiento de ese requisito (haber solicitado dicha capacitación no cuenta\, pero tendremos otros talleres en el futuro)\n\n\n\nSi están empleados como TCS deberan completar las 1000 horas de trabajo en los proximos dos meses\, sino tienen ya las horas requeridas.\n\n\n\nSi han completado (o cerca de) 50 horas de supervisión trabajando como CHW\n\n\n\n\nSi aún no ha completado la Capacitación de TCS de Competencia Básica\, únase a la Asociación de Trabajadores de Salud Comunitarios de RI aquí para conocer las próximas oportunidades de capacitación.   \n\n\n\n\nRegistrate
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-in-spanish/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000
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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\n\nRegister\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-7/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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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\n\nRegistration link coming soon\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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI\, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-10/2025-03-27/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T090000
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SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Suicide: Screening\, Prevention and Response Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale Screen Version \n\n\n\nEvery 11 minutes\, someone in the United States dies by suicide. Suicide is a preventable public health problem and prevention depends in large part on appropriate screening and response. In order for school districts to meet the guidelines set forth within the Nathan Bruno and Jason Flatt Act\, The Bradley Learning Exchange has developed the Suicide: Prevention\, Screening and Response training specifically geared to-wards educational settings for individuals who do not have a background in behavioral health.  \n\n\n\nPlease join the Institute for Education in Healthcare on 3/28/2025 from 9am – 12pm on the RIC campus as we join with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this in-person training. \n\n\n\nThis class caps at 20 trainees though the form may accept more reponses. Room number\, parking pass and campus map will be emailed to the first 20 registrants 1 day prior to the event. Certificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/suicide-prevention-in-person-3/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T103000
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SUMMARY:Self-Care (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare on 4/2/25 from 9:00am – 10:30 am with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this online training. \n\n\n\nThis interactive 90 minute presentation will explore the five domains of self-care and the benefits of implementing self-care strategies within our daily routine. Diving deeper into the concept of self-compassion\, participants gain a better understanding of their personal self-compassion skills by completing an evidence-based assessment. Participants engage in several self-care and mindfulness techniques which can be used throughout the day across multiple settings. \n\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to registrants 1 day prior to the event. Certificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/self-care-online-4/
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T150000
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SUMMARY:CHW Strategy Summit
DESCRIPTION:The CHW Strategy Summit will be on April 2\, 2025\, at District Hall in Providence\, where we’ll celebrate the progress of the CHW Roadmap and sustaining CHWs in Rhode Island. RIDOH’s implementation teams will share updates on the key components of the Roadmap: CHW Role\, Agency\, and Leadership; Payment and Sustainability; Person\, Place-based Coordination; and Workforce Development for Supervisors and CHWs. \n\n\n\nTo enquire about participating in this event\, contact Michelle Mooney at mmooney@ctc-ri.org
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-strategy-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T080000
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SUMMARY:Working with Schools to Support Youth Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:April 5 through May 3\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorking with Schools to Support Youth Mental Health\n\n\n\nThis 30-hour training will prepare you to build effective partnerships to support student mental health in partnership with schools and families. Participants will learn about current issues\, roles and responsibilities\, laws\, policies\, and procedures\, and practices that support strong working relationships between providers in and outside of schools. \n\n\n\nParticipants will work together to develop shared understanding of the role of the various professionals and to develop and share practice strategies that can support their work with youth\, families\, and schools.  It takes place over five sessions\, some in-person at Rhode Island College\, and some over zoom.  You must attend all sessions.   \n\n\n\nCourse Dates: \n\n\n\n\nApril 5th – pre-work begins (remote)\n\n\n\nApril 12 (Saturday) 9AM – 2PM – In Person at RIC\n\n\n\nApril 16 (Wednesday) 5:30 – 8:30 PM – Zoom\n\n\n\nApril 23  (Wednesday) 5:30 – 8:30 PM – Zoom\n\n\n\nApril 30 (Wednesday) 5:30 – 8:30 PM – Zoom\n\n\n\nMay 3 (Saturday)  9AM – 2PM  – In Person at RIC\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!\n\n\n\nShare flyer!\n\n\n\n\nContact Joshua A. Wizer-Vecchi jwizervecchi@ric.edu with questions.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/working-with-schools-to-support-youth-mental-health/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T103000
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SUMMARY:Substance Use Disorder (online)
DESCRIPTION:April 9\, 2025  \n\n\n\n9am-10:30am   \n\n\n\nPlease join the Institution for Education in Healthcare online with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange.  \n\n\n\nThis training is designed to provide participants with a brief introduction to the complexities of substance use and overuse. Participants will review concepts such as addiction\, dependence\, and general signs and symptoms of substance use. Learners will have the opportunity to review the four most frequently misused substances\, signs of overdose and useful evidence-based interventions. This training will conclude with sharing information with participants on the stigma and barriers associated with substance use. \n\n\n\nZoom link will be sent 1 day before the class. \n\n\n\nCertificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/substance-use-disorder-online-4/
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T120000
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SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Care (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Institute for Education in Healthcare on 4/11/25 from 9:00am – 12pm at Rhode Island College with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this in-person training.  \n\n\n\nThis training explores the consequences that exposure to trauma and adverse childhood experiences have on the lives of individuals and families. The presentation focuses on identifying different types of trauma/adversities; understanding common reactions to trauma; learning about the impact of trauma on brain development; and the influence of culture on trauma. Helpful strategies to utilize when working with and interacting with individuals who have been impacted by trauma will be explored. Attention will also be given to the importance of self-care for professionals. \n\n\n\nThis class caps at 20 attendees though the form may accept more responses.   Room number\, parking pass and campus map will be emailed to the first registrants 2 business days prior to the event.  \n\n\n\nCertificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/trauma-informed-care-in-person-4/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T210000
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SUMMARY:CHW Core Competency Training
DESCRIPTION:The application for this training has closed as we process the many applications we have received. While CHWARI does not have another core training scheduled at this time – please see this page for other training entities in Rhode Island. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 15-July 1\, 2025Tuesdays 6-9pmVirtual 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 Tuesday evenings\, April 15th through July 1st\, 2025 from 6-9pm.  *Please note that this training has different weekly hours than our past core trainings. This is 3 hours each week of zoom class and 3 hours a week of “homework.”*  There is an orientation on April 8th at 6pm.  \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\nApplication deadline is March 28th\, 2025 at noon – but apply ASAP as spots are limited and applications are considered in the order they are received.  If you have any questions\, please email CHWARI’s Interim Director\, Dr. Tonya Glantz at tglantz@ric.edu. If you believe you are on a waitlist for this training\, you must contact Dr. Glantz to renew your application / confirm your status.  Please do not assume you are already on a waitlist.  Thanks! \n\n\n\n\nApplication Closed
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-core-competency-training-11/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:Recertification & Specialties Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:See more workshop dates here! \n\n\n\nCHWARI would like to help you get re-certified and /or apply for RICB specialty endorsements like HIV\, Older Adults and CVD/DM.  These workshops are designed to answer questions and help you prepare your materials for submission to the RICB.  We will answer general questions in the main group and then split into breakout rooms for re-certification vs specialties.   \n\n\n\nSee RICB official pages here: \n\n\n\n\nRecertification\n\n\n\nHIV Specialty Endorsement\n\n\n\nSpecialty in Older Adults\n\n\n\nCardiovascular Health & Diabetes Management (CVD/DM)\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/recertification-specialties-application-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T090000
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SUMMARY:Cardiovascular Health & Diabetes Management
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2025 CHW CVD/DM Virtual TrainingApril 25 – June 27\, 2025\, Fridays\, 9am -12pm (no class 5/23 & 6/6) \n\n\n\nThis training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and aligns with the Rhode Island Certification Board’s (RICB) educational requirements for this specialty CHW certification in Cardiovascular Health and Diabetes. The training is conducted by the Community Health Worker Association of RI housed at the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. \n\n\n\nTo qualify for this training\, you must already hold your CHW certification or be in the process of applying. \n\n\n\nTrainings run weekly on Friday mornings from 9am-12pm. Please be sure to fill out all parts of the application.  The deadline for the application is Thursday 4/24/25. If you have any questions\, please email Tonya Glantz at tglantz@ric.edu. Click here for REGISTRATION
URL:https://chwari.org/event/cardiovascular-health-diabetes-management/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T113000
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SUMMARY:Law & Policy Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Are you a CHW dealing with a complex client issue that might benefit from legal problem-solving?Are you looking for more information on clients’ rights and legal protections?Would you like to hear updates on key law and policy impacting Rhode Islanders?If you answered “yes” to any of these\, please join Legal Key (formerly MLPB) at our next Law & Policy Community of Practice meeting on April 29th at 10:00AM. It’s an opportunity for CHWs to get important policy/legal updates and bring “tough questions/cases” for problem-solving (for example\, housing\, food and income security\, utilities\, criminal systems involvement\, or something else.) \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/cD39-SL2QpevDJT5tWIV0A
URL:https://chwari.org/event/law-policy-community-of-practice/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Legal Key":MAILTO:admin@legalkeypartnership.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T103000
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SUMMARY:Substance Use Disorder (Online)
DESCRIPTION:April 30\, 2025  \n\n\n\n9am-10:30am   \n\n\n\nZoom link will be sent 1 day before the class. \n\n\n\nPlease join the Institution for Education in Healthcare online with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange.  \n\n\n\nThis training is designed to provide participants with a brief introduction to the complexities of substance use and overuse. Participants will review concepts such as addiction\, dependence\, and general signs and symptoms of substance use. Learners will have the opportunity to review the four most frequently misused substances\, signs of overdose and useful evidence-based interventions. This training will conclude with sharing information with participants on the stigma and barriers associated with substance use. \n\n\n\nCertificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/substance-use-disorder-online-5/
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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SUMMARY:Intimate Partner Violence Training
DESCRIPTION:Intimate Partner ViolenceApril 30 – June 11\, 2025 \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, 6pm-9pmIN-PERSON AT RICThe training covers a range of essential topics\, including ethical considerations\, the role of an advocate\, understanding trauma\, safety planning\, and recognizing the dynamics of IPV. Participants will learn about the dynamics of interpersonal violence including domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking\, as well as define and identify human trafficking including labor and sex trafficking. The training explores challenges faced by advocates\, including the ability to recognize vicarious trauma and signs of burnout and to identify three things they can do for self-care. This course meets in-person every Wednesday 6pm-9pm starting April 30 through June 11. In addition to the in-person classes\, there is weekly asynchronous homework.  \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. We will accept the first 30 people who register and the registration deadline is Monday 4/28.  If you have questions\, please contact Tonya Glantz at tglantz@ric.edu or 401-456-4626. Click here for REGISTRATION
URL:https://chwari.org/event/intimate-partner-violence-training/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T120000
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UID:10001110-1746176400-1746187200@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Suicide: Screening\, Prevention and Response Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale Screen Version \n\n\n\nEvery 11 minutes\, someone in the United States dies by suicide. Suicide is a preventable public health problem and prevention depends in large part on appropriate screening and response. In order for school districts to meet the guidelines set forth within the Nathan Bruno and Jason Flatt Act\, The Bradley Learning Exchange has developed the Suicide: Prevention\, Screening and Response training specifically geared to-wards educational settings for individuals who do not have a background in behavioral health.  \n\n\n\nPlease join the Institute for Education in Healthcare on 5/2/2025 from 9am – 12pm on the RIC campus as we join with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this in-person training. \n\n\n\nThis class caps at 20 trainees though the form may accept more responses. Room number\, parking pass and campus map will be emailed to registrants 1 day prior to the event.  \n\n\n\nCertificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/suicide-prevention-in-person-4/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T170000
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SUMMARY:Test Event
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URL:https://chwari.org/event/test-event/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T103000
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SUMMARY:Autism Thinking (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Autism Thinking: Understanding the Core Challenges of ASD and How to Support an Individual Across the Day \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare on 5/7/25 from 9:00am – 10:30 am with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this online training. \n\n\n\n“Autism Thinking” is designed to inform participants of the neurodevelopmental characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Topics include\, but are not limited to: Executive Functioning\, Context Blindness\, Theory of Mind\, Central Coherence\, Joint Attention\, and One-Channel Processing. An understanding of these characteristics and challenges arms participants with the knowledge required to support individuals with ASD in their daily lives (in the classroom\, in the home\, or in the community). This presentation ends with a discussion of the methods used to support individuals with ASD. These practical tools and strategies will help participants be proactive and confident in their efforts to support individuals with autism in a variety of settings. \n\n\n\nZoom link will be sent 1 day before the class. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/autism-thinking-online-4/
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T090000
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SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Care (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Institute for Education in Healthcare on 5/9/25 from 9:00am – 12pm at Rhode Island College as we join with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this in-person training.  \n\n\n\nThis training explores the consequences that exposure to trauma and adverse childhood experiences have on the lives of individuals and families. The presentation focuses on identifying different types of trauma/adversities; understanding common reactions to trauma; learning about the impact of trauma on brain development; and the influence of culture on trauma. Helpful strategies to utilize when working with and interacting with individuals who have been impacted by trauma will be explored. Attention will also be given to the importance of self-care for professionals. \n\n\n\nThis class caps at 20 attendees though the form may accept more responses.   Room number\, parking pass and campus map will be emailed to the first registrants 2 business days prior to the event.  \n\n\n\nCertificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/trauma-informed-care-in-person-5/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T103000
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SUMMARY:Substance Use Disorder (Online)
DESCRIPTION:May 21\, 2025  \n\n\n\n9-10:30am   \n\n\n\nPlease join the Institution for Education in Healthcare online with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange.  \n\n\n\nThis training is designed to provide participants with a brief introduction to the complexities of substance use and overuse. Participants will review concepts such as addiction\, dependence\, and general signs and symptoms of substance use. Learners will have the opportunity to review the four most frequently misused substances\, signs of overdose and useful evidence-based interventions. This training will conclude with sharing information with participants on the stigma and barriers associated with substance use. \n\n\n\nZoom link will be sent 1 day before the class. \n\n\n\nCertificates of completion will be provided to participants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/substance-use-disorder-online-6/
CATEGORIES:IEH Bradley Learning Exchange,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T120000
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SUMMARY:CPR-AED Training
DESCRIPTION:If you need to renew your CPR-AED American Red Cross Certification or if you need it to apply for the CHW Cardiovascular Disease & Diabetes Management (CVD-DM) Specialization\, this 3 hour course will provide the training and certification you need. It is offered by the RI Department of Health and Rhode Island College. \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, June 6th\, 2025\n\n\n\n9am-12pm in person at RI College\, Alger Hall 108\n\n\n\n\nSpace is limited and will take the first 15 people who register. A confirmation email will be sent confirming your acceptance or notifying you if the training is full.Please contact Tonya Glantz – tglantz@ric.edu with questions. \n\n\n\nSubmit interest!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/cpr-aed-training/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T140000
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UID:10001210-1749731400-1749736800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Identity Document Training
DESCRIPTION:Join Legal Key for an Unlocking Access®: Identity Documents training.  It will be held on June 12\, 2025 from 12:30pm – 2:00pm\, hosted by Law & Policy Consultant Rebecca Kislak. By the end of this training you will have learned to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize ways care teams can support individuals who are trying to obtain identifying documents.\n\n\n\nIdentify common obstacles to obtaining identifying documents.\n\n\n\nApply advocacy strategies to assist individuals who are trying to obtain identifying documents.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/identity-document-training/
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000
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SUMMARY:World Refugee Day
DESCRIPTION:The Refugee Dream Center is thrilled to announce the return of their most anticipated event of the year – the Annual World Refugee Day Celebration. \n\n\n\nThis incredible celebration is scheduled to take place on Saturday\, June 21st\, at their office located at 747 Broad Street in Providence\, from 11am to 3pm. \n\n\n\nThe event will include music\, arts & crafts\, cultural performances\, and much more! We extend an invitation to join us in this global celebration\, as we honor and recognize the remarkable journeys of refugees in our country.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/world-refugee-day-2/
LOCATION:Refugee Dream Center\, 747 Broad Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02907\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T150000
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SUMMARY:“What Works” in CHW Approaches and Innovations
DESCRIPTION:“What Works” in CHW Approaches and Innovations: Report out from the What Works Toolkit Series (WWTS) \n\n\n\nAn event by the National Association of Community Health Workers (NACHW) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 23\, 20253:00 pm – 4:30 pm \n\n\n\nThe What Works Toolkit Series (WWTS) explored CHWs’ experiences and perspectives on “what works” in CHW-led approaches and innovations serving four populations experiencing substantial health burdens and service gaps: people in re-entry\, people experiencing homelessness\, Native Americans/Alaska Natives\, and Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. The WWTS was developed over the course of a year\, guided by an advisory of subject matter experts (SMEs)\, primarily CHWs (including CHRs\, promotoras\, and peers) with decades of professional and lived experience. During the webinar\, we will share key findings of the What Works Toolkit survey and listening sessions and case examples\, breakout room discussion\, and Q&A.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/what-works-in-chw-approaches-and-innovations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T083000
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SUMMARY:RI CHW Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Evaluation Link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Rhode Island Department of Health is excited to present the CHW Voices Community Health Worker Conference: Building Bridges: Strengthening Communities and Advancing Systems Together—a celebration of the vital role Community Health Workers (CHWs) play in advancing health equity. This conference has been funded by the CCR grant (Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities initiative\, a grant funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).  We acknowledge the partnership of CTC-RI and thank them for their organizational support for this conference! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(click to view PDF): \n\n\n\nWorkshops with Resources:\n\n\n\nCHWs in Our Community: Working Across Diverse Settings\nCHWs in Action: Impact Across Multiple SectorsThis session will highlight the many titles CHWs hold\, the challenges of integration\, and the power of CHW leadership in creating more equitable systems. CHWs will share personal stories and strategies for working in multidisciplinary teams while staying rooted in community care\, advocacy\, and lived experience. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of the value CHWs bring across sectors—and what true integration looks like. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión destacará los múltiples roles que desempeñan los promotores de salud\, los desafíos de su integración y el poder de liderazgo de los CHWs para crear sistemas más equitativos. Los CHWs compartirán historias personales y estrategias para trabajar en equipos multidisciplinarios\, manteniéndose siempre arraigados en el cuidado comunitario\, la defensa de derechos y la experiencia vivida. Los participantes saldrán con una comprensión más profunda del valor que aportan los CHWs en distintos sectores—y de lo que significa una integración verdadera. \n\n\n\n\nMotivational Interviewing\nMotivational Interviewing: A Compassionate Way of BeingDevelop your Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills—a person-centered\, compassionate approach that enhances the CHW role. Participants will learn how MI fosters a safe and trusting environment where individuals feel empowered to share openly. They will practice guided conversation techniques that support informed decisions and encourage readiness for positive action aligned with person-centered values and aspirations. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Desarrolla tus habilidades en la Entrevista Motivacional (EM)\, un enfoque compasivo y centrado en la persona que fortalece el rol del promotor de salud. Los participantes aprenderán cómo la EM fomenta un ambiente seguro y de confianza\, donde las personas se sienten con poder para expresarse abiertamente. Practicarán técnicas de conversación guiada que apoyan decisiones informadas y fomentan la disposición a tomar acciones positivas alineadas con los valores y aspiraciones de la persona. \n\n\n\n\nDownload Slide Presentation\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nResources: \n\n\n\n* MI Exercise for CHWs*Agenda Setting Tool – Sample*Agenda Setting Tool – Blank \n\n\n\n\nCHWs in Research: Empowering Community Voices\nCHWs in Research: Empowering Community Voices through ResearchThis interactive session brings together Community Health Workers (CHWs) and a guest researcher to explore how CHWs can play powerful roles in community-engaged research (CER). Panelists will share personal experiences with the CHW Research Training\, highlight how culture\, trust\, and lived experience shape inclusive research\, and discuss the future of CHW involvement in CER. Attendees will leave with practical insights and inspiration to get involved in research that centers community voice.  \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión interactiva reúne a promotores de salud (CHWs) y a una investigadora invitada para explorar cómo los CHWs pueden desempeñar roles clave en la investigación participativa comunitaria (CER\, por sus siglas en inglés). Los panelistas compartirán experiencias personales con la Capacitación en Investigación para CHWs\, destacarán cómo la cultura\, la confianza y las experiencia vivida dan forma a una investigación inclusiva\, y hablarán sobre el futuro de la participación de los CHWs en la investigación comunitaria. Los participantes saldrán con ideas prácticas e inspiración para involucrarse en investigaciones que centren la voz de la comunidad. \n\n\n\n\nDownload Slide Presentation\n\n\n\n\nResource: Best Practices in CHW Evaluation and Research \n\n\n\n\nEquity by Us: CHWs\, Community\, and Collective Leadership\nEquity by Us: CHWs\, Community\, and Collective LeadershipJoin this interactive conversation on how Rhode Island is advancing health equity through CHW leadership and community collaboration. Explore how Equity Impact Statements\, HEZ initiatives\, and the new CHWARI Advisory Board elevate CHWs as key equity leaders. Bring your ideas\, apply your passion\, and walk away with new connections that lead to the next step on your CHW leadership journey. \n\n\n\nSpanish:Únete a esta conversación interactiva sobre cómo Rhode Island está promoviendo la equidad en salud a través del liderazgo de los promotores de salud y la colaboración comunitaria. Explora cómo las Declaraciones de Impacto en Equidad\, las iniciativas de las Zonas de Equidad en Salud (HEZ)\, y la nueva Junta Asesora de CHWARI posicionan a los CHWs como líderes clave en equidad. Trae tus ideas\, aplica tu pasión y sal con nuevas conexiones que te impulsarán al próximo paso en tu camino como líder CHW. \n\n\n\nResources: \n\n\n\n*Health Equity Zones*Find a HEZ near you \n\n\n\n*Writing an EIS \n\n\n\n\nCommunity Connections: How CHWs support non-English speakers\nCultural Connections in Action: CHWs & CLAS Standards Strengthen Equity in Diverse CommunitiesThis session explores how CHWs can promote the National CLAS Standards to support respectful\, equitable care. Discuss how these tools help build culturally and linguistically appropriate relationships\, promote health literacy\, and guide individuals through care. Participants will learn and share practical strategies to strengthen CHW programs and foster culturally responsive practices in their organizations and communities. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión explora cómo los promotores de salud pueden promover los Estándares Nacionales CLAS para apoyar una atención respetuosa y equitativa. Se dialogará sobre cómo estas herramientas ayudan a construir relaciones cultural y lingüísticamente apropiadas\, promueven la alfabetización en salud y guían a las personas a lo largo de su proceso de atención. Los participantes aprenderán y compartirán estrategias prácticas para fortalecer los programas de CHWs y fomentar prácticas culturalmente receptivas en sus organizaciones y comunidades. \n\n\n\n\nDownload Slide Presentation\n\n\n\n\nResources: \n\n\n\n*CLAS standards Plain language  \n\n\n\n\nEnglish\n\n\n\nSpanish\n\n\n\nPortuguese\n\n\n\nCape Verdean Creole\n\n\n\nHaitian Creole\n\n\n\n\n*CLAS Scenario \n\n\n\n*CLAS Case Scenario homework \n\n\n\n\nCHW in Community Wellness: Engaging and Empowering Positive Community\nCHWs in Community Wellness: Engaging and Empowering Positive Community Health OutcomesThis session showcases how evidence-based programs are improving health outcomes across Rhode Island. Through a dynamic presentation and bilingual breakout discussions\, participants will hear from RIDOH\, RIPIN\, Progreso Latino\, and CHW facilitators. Discover how CHWs are leading change\, building trust\, and empowering healthier\, more connected communities through partnerships with public health allies. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión presenta cómo los programas basados en evidencia están mejorando los resultados de salud en todo Rhode Island. A través de una presentación dinámica y discusiones en grupos bilingües\, los participantes escucharán a representantes de RIDOH\, RIPIN\, Progreso Latino y facilitadores CHW. Descubre cómo los promotores de salud están liderando el cambio\, construyendo confianza y fortaleciendo comunidades más saludables y conectadas mediante alianzas con actores clave en la salud pública. \n\n\n\nRI Evidence-Based Programs \n\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources\n\n\n\n\nNational Council on CHW Core Consensus Standards website\n\nCore Roles & Competencies Reference Deck:\n\nEnglish\n\n\n\nSpanish\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnvision Self-Care Resource Links\n\n\n\n\n\nLetter to Your Employer\n\nThe Rhode Island Department of Health has drafted this letter to your employer requesting that they compensate you for your time attending or volunteering at this conference. Use it!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPilar McCloud’s Resources\n\nHer contact info\n\n\n\nThree shared resources:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConference Planning Committee\n\n\n\nThese CHWs and allies planned this conference for you!\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFelix A Colon Jr\, LCSW\, CHW \n\n\n\nDirector of Family and Strengthening\, Connecting for Children and Families  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Felix\n\n\n\nFelix Colon’s decade-long tenure at Connecting for Children and Families (CCF) has been marked by remarkable professional ascent and impactful contributions. Starting as a Family Engagement Coordinator\, he rose to become the Director of Family Strengthening\, overseeing both the community health worker team and the Front St Family Center. Alongside his tenure\, Felix pursued academic advancement\, earning a Master’s in Social Work with a Macro focus.In 2017\, Felix seized the opportunity to transition into a Diabetes Prevention coach role\, igniting a trajectory of leading various Diabetes Prevention programs (DPP)\, including workshops on Chronic Disease and Chronic Pain Management. Outside CCF\, Felix’s commitment to community well-being extended to clinical work with youths aged 11-21 at Jamat Housing: Turning The Corner group home. Here\, his focus on Mental Health and Wellness and the Abuse Reactive Treatment Program showcased his exceptional ability to guide individuals through trauma and abuse-related challenges. Felix’s ability to integrate clinical insights into community health initiatives reflects his versatility and dedication to family-centered practice. He is for driving positive change and fostering healthier communities through his advocacy and leadership at CCF and beyond. Felix also co-facilitates monthly Woonsocket Community Health Worker Network meetings with Linda Brunetti from the Autism Project.  \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nÁmbar Delgado\, CCHW \n\n\n\n02907 HEZ Co-chair & CHW Conference Consultant  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Ámbar\n\n\n\nÁmbar Delgado has been a dedicated member of the Rhode Island Community Health Worker (CHW) Conference Planning Committee for the past three years and currently serves as Co-Chair of the 02907 HEZ. She brings a powerful combination of lived experience\, public health knowledge\, and a deep commitment to equity-driven\, community-centered care. Her leadership helps shape inclusive\, culturally responsive programming that reflects the diverse realities of CHWs across the state.Ámbar’s unwavering dedication was recently recognized when she received the Change Maker Award from the American Cancer Society\, American Heart Association\, and American Lung Association of Rhode Island—an honor that highlights her impact in advancing health equity and chronic disease prevention at the community level.Outside of her formal roles\, Ámbar volunteers at Clínica Esperanza\, a free clinic serving uninsured and underinsured populations\, and leads outreach efforts supporting people experiencing homelessness. Whether in professional settings or through grassroots advocacy\, Ámbar remains a passionate force for health justice and systemic change in Rhode Island. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlicia Fernades (she/her)\, CCHWCommunity Outreach Representative\, United Healthcare \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Alicia\n\n\n\nAlicia Fernandes is a dedicated Community Outreach Representative with UnitedHealthcare Community & State\, where she has served for nearly three years. With over a decade of experience in the health insurance field\, Alicia began her career in Medicare enrollment with Blue Cross Blue Shield and has since held impactful roles including Tier Two Escalation Analyst at HealthSource Rhode Island. Her work has supported vital programs such as the Ryan White AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) and the Rite Share program.Alicia is deeply committed to addressing social determinants of health and advocating for underserved communities. In her current role\, she not only engages directly with members but also serves as the Coordinator for the Community & State Member Advisory Committee and the Volunteer Coordinator for UnitedHealthcare’s community events—successfully organizing over 1\,000 volunteer hours in the past two years. She is also an active member of UnitedHealthcare’s CIDE (Culture\, Inclusion\, Diversity\, and Equity) Council.Beyond her professional responsibilities\, Alicia is a proud board member of The Empowerment Factory and The Village for Rhode Island Foster and Adoptive Families. She also contributes her time and leadership to several committees in her Smith Hill neighborhood.Alicia’s unwavering passion for service is best captured in her personal mantra: “If I have helped one person today\, I have done my job.” \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMayelyn Gomez (she/her)\, CCHWRI Works Statewide Partnership Coordinator\, CCAP \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Mayelyn\n\n\n\nMayelyn is a dedicated leader and community advocate with a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership. Currently Pursing a Master’s degree in Public Administration. Mayelyn is committed to driving meaningful change and fostering positive development within her community. As a mother of four she brings resilience\, motivation\, and purpose to every endeavor. In addition she enjoys journaling and working out\, which fuels her personal growth and well-being.  \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAhkia Green (she/her)\, CCHWCHW\, Oak Street Health \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Ahkia\n\n\n\nAhkia Green is proud to be serving as part of the conference planning committee this year. She come swith 3 years of experience as a community health worker in the Woonsocket\, Cumberland\, Lincoln\, Smithfield territory. She started working as an official CHW on 7/23 and received her CCHW 4/24. In this time she has established endless relationships with patients within the community and been an advocate for those in need.  \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGeraldine McPhee\, CCHWPolicy & Systems Specialist\, RIPIN \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker Consultant\, Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Gerry\n\n\n\nGeraldine McPhee has over 45 years of experience building community with people with disabilities and learning differences. She is a CCHW and a recognized facilitator of family and community engagement at RIPIN\, Inc. With support from the Rhode Island Department of Health\, she co-founded RI CHW Voices with Swanette Salazar.  She finds resiliency in relationships with others\, in nature\, and through the arts. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLina Roman (she/her)\, CCHW \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker Supervisor\, Rhode Island Support Network \n\n\n\nFounder\, Latinx Support Group for CHWs \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Lina\n\n\n\nLina Roman\, holds an Associate Certificate in Computer Office Technology from New England Tech\, a Certificate in Social and Human Services from Rhode Island College\, and certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) from RIC/CHWARI. Over the years\, she has dedicated herself to serving the Hispanic community\, leveraging her skills and expertise to ensure access to vital health programs and resources.As the Bilingual Program Coordinator at CHWARI\, she leads training sessions in Spanish for our CHWs\, empowering them to effectively serve Spanish-speaking populations. At Integra Care of New England\, she has spent 6 ½ years as a CCHW in a complex care program\, assisting patients in addressing both medical conditions and social needs\, particularly those frequenting emergency rooms.“My passion lies in advocating for the Hispanic community\, with a focus on preventing and managing chronic illnesses. I have been a staunch advocate for lead poisoning prevention\, striving to protect families from this pervasive threat. Additionally\, my involvement as a Board Director at CLAP underscores my commitment to addressing disparities\, particularly concerning the homeless population.In 2023\, I served as an ambassador for the 1st Conference for CHWs in RI\, furthering my dedication to advancing the field. Currently\, I lead a Latinx Support Group for CHWs in RI\, providing mentorship and support to new CHWs while fostering a collaborative and empowering environment.I participated this year as a Panelist on the Summit for RIPHA 2024\, Innovative Approaches to Advance Health Equity; my topic was talk in regards to “Bridging Communication Gaps in Marginalized Communities as Latinx”.Looking ahead\, I am committed to continuing my education and expanding my impact within the Hispanic community and the most important is educating them how to prevent chronic conditions and be healthier. Whether through further certifications\, innovative initiatives\, or policy advocacy\, I am determined to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those I serve. I do want to explore other areas and used all my experience and expertise as a CHW to help our communities.” \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwanette Salazar (she/her)\, CCHW \n\n\n\nLead Community Health Worker Consultant\, CTC-RI\, Community Health Worker Supervisor\, FSRI \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Swanette\n\n\n\nSwanette Salazar is the RI Community Health Worker Ambassador for the National Association of Community Health Workers and the Lead Community Health Worker for the First Connection Program at the Family Service of Rhode Island non-profit organization. In her role\, she serves new families\, foster youth\, and families with children.  She also serves as the Lead CHW Consultant for the Rhode Island Equity Initiative\, where she actively supports CHWs as an engaged partner for multidisciplinary teams\, valuing their contributions and advancing community and clinical linkages. Swanette has been recognized as part of the Governor’s Team Rhode Island and was recently named the 2024 Elizabeth Burke Bryant Hero Award recipient from Brown University’s Hassenfeld Institute for her work with children and families in RI. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRachel Young (she/her)\, CHW \n\n\n\nEngagement Coordinator\, Alliance for Community Health Worker Employers\, Health Initiatives\, RIPIN \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Rachel\n\n\n\nRachel Young\, Engagement Coordinator for the Alliance for CHW Employers\, is passionate about a holistic approach to promoting health and wellness\, focusing not only on individual behavior change but also on building organizational capacity and community support systems. As a facilitator of wellness workshops\, she believes strongly that sharing evidence-based practices\, enables individuals to make informed decisions about their health and equips them with the knowledge and tools to make positive lifestyle changes. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You To Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\nRhode Island Department of Health\n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker Association of Rhode Island\n\n\n\nRIPIN\n\n\n\nFamily Service of RI\n\n\n\nMeals on Wheels\n\n\n\nPear Suite\n\n\n\nMelior Inc / Asthenis Pharmacy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvaluation Link\n\n\n\n\nYou must complete an evalution to get your certificate of attendance.
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