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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/
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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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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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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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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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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/
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T090000
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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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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
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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
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260115T200632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T170902Z
UID:10001344-1770919200-1770924600@chwari.org
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:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260202T191003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T192106Z
UID:10001346-1771664400-1771682400@chwari.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20251031T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195410Z
UID:10001348-1771844400-1771849800@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-19/2026-02-23/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260209T201941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T203315Z
UID:10001359-1771952400-1771954200@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\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\nNew Zoom\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-24/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260204T142946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T165648Z
UID:10001347-1772802000-1772812800@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Cardiovascular Health & Diabetes Management CHW Training
DESCRIPTION:March 6\, 2026- June 5\, 2026Fridays 1pm-4pmVirtual over Zoom \n\n\n\n\nApply\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHWARI is excited to offer Certified CHWs a chance to expand their skills!  Our free course\, Community Health Worker Training for the Specialty Endorsement in Cardiovascular Health and Diabetes Management (CVD/DM)\, will be offered on Fridays starting March 6th. This 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 Endorsement in Cardiovascular Health and Diabetes.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou MUST be a Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) THROUGH the RICB to attend this training.  \n\n\n\nDiabetes and heart disease often go hand in hand and heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. People with diabetes are twice as likely to have heart disease or a stroke than someone who doesn’t have diabetes. Learn how to effectively help your community members manage their chronic conditions to live longer\, healthier lives! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarol Pineda\, CCHW\, took the training in 2021 and shares how she now helps her clients AVOID DIABETES!“The diabetes and cardiovascular disease training helped me a lot to understand how this disease works and how we should eat better and exercising regularly helps us stay healthy. Now I can explain to my clients how some foods can be harmful if you have Diabetes and how we can avoid Diabetes if you are pre-diabetic.” \n\n\n\n\n\nThe CVD/DM Training will run from March 6\, 2026 through June 5\, 2026 (skips March 20th and April 3rd) every Friday from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm over Zoom. The training includes an asynchronous component comprised of weekly prework assignments.  Attendance at all Zoom sessions and completion of all assignments required to earn training completion certificate. \n\n\n\nPlease be sure to fill out all parts of the application below. The deadline for the application is March 2\, 2026 by 12 pm\, though the application may close earlier due to high demand. If you have any questions\, please email David Zuleta at dzuleta@ric.edu or Anna Nerbonne at anerbonne@ric.edu. \n\n\n\n\nApply\n\n\n\n\nThe training is conducted by the Community Health Worker Association of RI housed at the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College. 
URL:https://chwari.org/event/cardiovascular-health-diabetes-management-chw-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260209T201941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T203315Z
UID:10001360-1773144000-1773147600@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\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\nNew Zoom\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-24/2026-03-10/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20251106T183827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T155944Z
UID:10001324-1773824400-1773849600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:HEZ Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the March HEZ Learning Community at the URI Campus in West Kingston!  Approximately 9am-4pm. Follow the HEZ Newsletter for updates!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/hez-learning-community-8/
LOCATION:University of Rhode Island\, 45 Upper College Road\, Kingston\, Rhode Island\, 02881
CATEGORIES:HEZ Learning Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260217T163048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164217Z
UID:10001365-1773941400-1773946800@chwari.org
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\nMarch 19th CHW Certification Application Link: https://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/C_ir9Dk2SLKeSafhn0lKWg \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-in-english-2/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260211T162857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T163218Z
UID:10001364-1774339200-1774371600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:diabetes Alert Day
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for Diabetes Alert Day® Diabetes Alert Day® is a one-day “wake-up call”\, observed by the American Diabetes Association on the fourth Tuesday in March\, focuses on the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of understanding your risk.  This year it’s observed on March 24\, 2026.     Prediabetes leads to type 2 diabetes\, putting you at risk for serious health complications including blindness\, kidney failure\, heart disease\, stroke and loss of toes\, feet\, or legs. If you’re among the 1 in 3 Rhode Island adults with prediabetes\, Ready for Health\, and evidence-based lifestyle change diabetes prevention program\, can help. Ready for Health is offered by community and health agencies through the Rhode Island Department of Health.    Here are some ways your agency can help to support this important public health program:  Include Alert Day on your website and/or post about it on your social media.   Diabetes Alert Day® is on March 24\, 2026. Promote “TAKE IT. SHARE IT.” Find out your risk for diabetes with a quick online test at Prediabetes | Department of Health or Take the Test – Prediabetes (Spanish) | Diabetes | CDC.  Receive a high score? Check out Ready for Health\, a national CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program offered locally\, at Community Health Network.  Incorporate Alert Day into your agency’s newsletter.  Diabetes Alert Day® is observed on the fourth Tuesday in March by the American Diabetes Association.  This is a one-day “wake-up call” that focuses on the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of understanding your risk.  Join us as we help our community prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes!  Find out your risk for diabetes with a quick online test at Prediabetes | Department of Health or Take the Test – Prediabetes (Spanish) | Diabetes | CDC.  Receive a high score? Check out Ready for Health\, a national CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program offered locally\, at Community Health Network. Host a “Screen and Refer” event at your agency or healthcare office.   Participants can take the quick online Prediabetes | Department of Health or Take the Test – Prediabetes (Spanish) | Diabetes | CDC and anyone who risks high can be referred to\, or self-refer to\, the Community Health Network.  Promote Ready for Health classes listed on the Community Health Network calendar and/or share this outreach flyer of currently enrolling cohorts!   \n\n\n\nAlert Day can be any day! Promote or host a diabetes prevention event anytime.For support\, contact Lori Clark\, Diabetes Prevention Manager at lori.clark@health.ri.gov.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/diabetes-alert-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260209T201941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T203315Z
UID:10001361-1774371600-1774373400@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\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\nNew Zoom\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-24/2026-03-24/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260305T173051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T175531Z
UID:10001368-1774524600-1774533600@chwari.org
SUMMARY:Recovery Friendly Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:On March 26 there will be a virtual job fair with Recovery Friendly Workplaces.  \n\n\n\nAnyone can attend this job fair and it is especially curated for those who identify as being in or seeking recovery from substance use and mental health struggles. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe event is a collaborative effort organized by: \n\n\n\nRecovery Friendly RI\,  Work4Wellness\, and the Department of Labor & Training
URL:https://chwari.org/event/recovery-friendly-job-fair/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20251031T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195410Z
UID:10001349-1774868400-1774873800@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-19/2026-03-30/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260209T201941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T203315Z
UID:10001362-1775563200-1775566800@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\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\nNew Zoom\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-24/2026-04-07/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260319T145416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T161842Z
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SUMMARY:RICB Info Session
DESCRIPTION:When: Apr 7\, 2026 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nDo you know all the ways the Rhode Island Certification Board website can make your life easier? It’s time to find out! \n\n\n\nJoin Treasure Gallagher from the Rhode Island Certification Board (RICB) virtually for this information session. She will share for 30 minutes and then there will be 30 minutes for CHW questions. Attend to learn about how to: \n\n\n\n\nUpload training certificates the day you get them…then it’s done!\n\n\n\nLook up when a credential expires\n\n\n\nChange your email address so that you never miss important reminders\n\n\n\n\nShe will also touch on upcoming changes to the renewal of the RI CCHW credential\, including the changes to the ‘lapsed’ certification status.  And more!  \n\n\n\nThough Director Gallagher will be able to answer some questions regarding the certification application process\, this is NOT a certification application workshop. See that schedule here. Register in advance for this meeting! \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nReach out to David Zuleta with questions dzuleta@ric.edu.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/ricb-info-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260209T201941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T203315Z
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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\nNew Zoom\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-24/2026-04-21/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20260217T163549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164047Z
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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\nApril 23rd CHW Certification Application Link: https://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/5zi5BjG4REGEODbFSbnnuQ \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-in-english-3/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20251031T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195410Z
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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-19/2026-04-27/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142228
CREATED:20251031T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195410Z
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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-19/2026-05-18/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142229
CREATED:20260217T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T163924Z
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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\nMay 28th CHW Certification Application Link: https://ri-college.zoom.us/meeting/register/vzs-SLnXQxygqF7xGaQuIA \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://chwari.org/event/certification-application-workshop-in-english-4/
CATEGORIES:Certification Application Workshops
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