BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Community Health Worker Association of RI - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Community Health Worker Association of RI X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chwari.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Community Health Worker Association of RI REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20250113T160040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T162022Z UID:10001072-1739275200-1739278800@chwari.org SUMMARY:No Cost Energy Efficiency programs DESCRIPTION:Tuesday February 11 | 12 to 1 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSave Money and Breathe Cleaner Air with No Cost Energy Efficiency Programs \n\n\n\nPresented by \n\n\n\nCarinel LeGrand\, MPA\, Income Eligible Energy Efficiency Program Manager Rhode Island Energy \n\n\n\nand \n\n\n\nKate Felder\, Energy Efficiency Consumer Advocate  Rhode Island Energy \n\n\n\nLearn more     |     Register URL:https://chwari.org/event/no-cost-energy-efficiency-programs/ CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/energy.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20241216T174034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T174125Z UID:10001065-1736856000-1736859600@chwari.org SUMMARY:Personal Preparedness 101 DESCRIPTION:Tuesday January 14  |  12 to 1 pm   Personal Preparedness 101 Presented by Mary Herman\, Community Outreach Worker\, Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) and Rhode Island Department of Health   Learn more     |      Register\n\n\n\n\n\nWith all of the national disasters that are affecting communities across the country and at home this is a presentation you don’t want to miss. Personal Preparedness 101 is an emergency preparedness workshop for anyone who wants to learn more about becoming personally prepared before a disaster strikes. Join us to learn about emergency-specific tips on how to prepare for an emergency. Resources in Rhode Island will be highlighted including the Rhode Island Special Needs Emergency Registry and the benefits of enrolling family members and friends who may have a disability\, access or functional need\, or chronic condition. URL:https://chwari.org/event/personal-preparedness-101/ ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20240808T152117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T152145Z UID:10000877-1725969600-1725973200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Incarceration is a Determinant of Health Lecture DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health AmbassadorsVirtual Lecture \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncarceration is a Determinant of Health \n\n\n\nPresented by Heather Gaydos\, MSW\, Senior Project Director\, Center for Health and Justice Transformation\, and local subject matter expert in the field of reentry \n\n\n\nApproximately one in three Rhode Islanders have a criminal record. Research indicates that a criminal record worsens health outcomes\, creates barriers to obtaining safe housing and employment\, disrupts healthy family relationships\, and places additional financial burdens on people who are likely to have limited or no income. This presentation will help attendees understand why incarceration is a social determinant of health. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will gain better understanding of: \n\n\n\n\nthe criminal legal system and the history of mass criminalization in the US\n\n\n\nhow incarceration is a social determinant of health\n\n\n\nhow to advocate for and support clients who are navigating the collateral consequences of criminal legal system involvement.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: This lecture will be provided through Zoom. The link and sign in information will be provided prior to the lecture. URL:https://chwari.org/event/incarceration-is-a-determinant-of-health-lecture/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/justice-scales.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20240108T181457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T182718Z UID:10000725-1707825600-1707829200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Lecture: Certified Perinatal Workforce: Strong and Growing! DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health AmbassadorsVirtual LectureTuesday February 13\, 2024 | 12:00 to 1:00 pm \n\n\n\nThe Certified Perinatal Workforce: Strong and Growing! \n\n\n\nPresented by: \n\n\n\nQuatia Osorio\, BS-HSM\, BSBA\, SPM\, CCHW\, CLC\,MCHS\, CMCHW\, CPE\, CHC \n\n\n\nJoin LCHI to learn about the local certified perinatal workforce\, how it is expanding\, and the innovative work forces that are seeking to provide complementary and sustaining support to the struggling maternal health care arena in Rhode Island. The discussion will include the certified perinatal doula services\, doula referral hotline\, lactation programs services\, postpartum support initiatives\, and information about the new Certified Professional Midwifery Equity Initiative. \n\n\n\nObjectives: \n\n\n\n\nProvide the definition of a doula and their scope of practice\n\n\n\nReview and highlight the community efforts to improve maternal health outcomes\n\n\n\nDescribe innovations in community practice\, programs\, and policies to assist in eliminating maternal health disparities\n\n\n\nIdentify current proposed initiatives to reduce maternal health disparities  \n\n\n\n\nLocation: This lecture will be provided through Zoom. The link and sign in information will be provided prior to the lecture. URL:https://chwari.org/event/lecture-certified-perinatal-workforce-strong-and-growing/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/urban-perinatal-education-center.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20231201T163235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T163237Z UID:10000644-1704801600-1704805200@chwari.org SUMMARY:Identifying and Responding to Bullying DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health Ambassadors Virtual Lecture \n\n\n\nIdentifying and Responding to Bullying \n\n\n\nPresented by Aleia Gardner\, Prevention CoordinatorMarly Holloway\, Training and Outreach CoordinatorDay One RI \n\n\n\nThis presentation will explain the different types of bullying (including cyber) and how to identify the signs. Join us to learn how to recognize when a child is making a disclosure\, and how to respond effectively to promote their wellbeing. This program will provide prevention strategies\, resources for community members and professionals\, and information on mandated reporting. \n\n\n\nObjectives: \n\n\n\n\nProvide information on identifying different types of bullying.\n\n\n\nDiscuss strategies to respond to bullying.\n\n\n\nDiscuss bystander intervention.\n\n\n\nIdentify resources for those affected by bullying.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nThis lecture will be provided through Zoom. The link and sign in information will be provided prior to the lecture. URL:https://chwari.org/event/identifying-and-responding-to-bullying/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Cyber-bullying-122156_960_720.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20231201T160944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T161931Z UID:10000643-1702382400-1702386000@chwari.org SUMMARY:Navigating Treatment for Substance Use Disorders DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health Ambassadors Virtual Lecture \n\n\n\nNavigating Treatment for Substance Use Disorders \n\n\n\nPresented by Dr. Cecilia Fix\, Director of the Division of Addiction Medicine at Lifespan \n\n\n\nThis presentation will address how opioid addiction has come to be more deadly than ever before. The discussion will include information about the different types of addiction treatment available and how to access these treatments. Join us prepared with your questions and inquiries! URL:https://chwari.org/event/navigating-treatment-for-substance-use-disorders/ CATEGORIES:Events,Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pills-spill-out-of-orange-bottle-close-up-video-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20231030T144633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T144945Z UID:10000607-1699963200-1699966800@chwari.org SUMMARY:Skin Care: Back to the Basics DESCRIPTION:Lifespan Community Health Ambassadors invites you to a VIRTUAL Lecture: Skin Care: Back to the Basics \n\n\n\nPresented by David Young\, RPh\, PharmD\, MBA \n\n\n\nTrying to navigate all the skin care guidelines and conflicting messages is enough to give you wrinkles! Join us as we decipher the information and learn about some reliable and safe skin care tips.REGISTER here or contact jnessett@lifespan.org \n\n\n\nObjectives \n\n\n\n\nEnforce everyday treatment for the protection of the skin.\n\n\n\nDiscuss over the counter options for patients with various skin conditions.\n\n\n\nExplain proper everyday treatment for the protection of the skin.\n\n\n\nProvide a brief update on prescription options for the treatment of skin conditions.Location: This lecture will be provided through Zoom. The link and sign in information will be provided prior to the lecture.\n\n\n\n\nThe Lifespan Community Health Institute’s mission is to ensure that all people have the opportunities to achieve their optimal state of health through healthy behaviors\, healthy relationships\, and healthy environments. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://chwari.org/event/skin-care-back-to-the-basics/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/skin.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T013541 CREATED:20230721T171929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T162642Z UID:10000585-1694520000-1694523600@chwari.org SUMMARY:Everything You Need to Know About Retirement\, Social Security\, Medicare and More! DESCRIPTION:Join the Lifespan Community Health Institute for a presentation to answer your burning questions about social security\, retirement\, and Medicare. \n\n\n\nSpeaker\n\n\n\nCheryl Tudino\, public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration\, will provide information on the best time to start collecting retirement benefits\, spousal benefits\, when to enroll in Medicare\, and how to access these services. \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nThis session is free and open to all. Register to get the Zoom log-in information\, \n\n\n\nRegister Now \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Jeanette Nessett at jnessett@lifespan.org. URL:https://chwari.org/event/everything-you-need-to-know-about-retirement-social-security-medicare-and-more/ LOCATION:Virtual via zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chwari.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/questions-raised-hands.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brown University Health Community Health Institute":MAILTO:jnessett@brownhealth.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR