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| ISSUE: 20 |
October 22, 2010 | |
Greetings!
Welcome to the information E-Newsletter from Barnstable County Department of Human Services. This newsletter is designed to provide timely information on health and human service topics of interest for people living and working in Barnstable County. This publication will be sent out periodically to our mailing list. Please forward this newsletter to your friends and colleagues and if you are not on our mailing list you can join by clicking on the JOIN THE MAILING LIST button below.
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Sincerely,
Elizabeth Albert, Director
Barnstable County Department of Human Services ______________________________________________________________________________ |
| C&I SUICIDE PREVENTION COALITION: HARWICH COMMUNITY FORUM | | "Are You a Shining Light of Hope?" Join internationally renowned clinical psychologist, mental health advocate, and suicide survivor, Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas in a conversation about suicide prevention in communities.
DATE: Tuesday, October 26, 2010, 6:00 - 7:30 PM LOCATION: Harwich High School, 75 Oak St., Harwich
Additional events featuring Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas: ~ Community Forum on Nantucket: "Standing by Our Men: Suicide Prevention for Men of Working Age" ~ "Campus Speak" - for MMA students and invitees October 25th @ Mass Maritime Academy ~ Suicide and Spirituality: "A Community of Faith in Action" - for clergy and invitees ~ Community Forum on Martha's Vineyard
Presented by Cape & Islands Suicide Prevention Coalition & Youth Suicide Prevention Project. For more information about the C&I Suicide Prevention Coalition visit: www.suicideispreventable.net______________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
| HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION VACANCY | | |
The Barnstable County Human Rights Commission is seeking a candidate to fill one vacancy on the Commission for a three year term beginning January 2011. Persons with varied language skills and diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. For information about the work of the Human Rights Commission go to www.bchumanservices.net The Barnstable County Health & Human Services Advisory Council will review applications for this volunteer position and make recommendations to the Barnstable County Commissioners. The County Commissioners are responsible for appointing Commissioners to the HRC.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume postmarked no later than November 1, 2010 to:
Barnstable County Human Services Department
HRC Candidates
PO Box 427
Barnstable, MA 02630
or email to kcallahan@barnstablecounty.org _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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| NATIONAL SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE DAY | | |
A Day of Healing for Survivors of Suicide Loss - 12th Annual National Survivors of Suicide Day
Thousands of survivors of suicide loss will gather together at local conference sites in cities and towns throughout the world on this annual day of healing. Those who don't live near a conference site can also watch the same broadcast from a home computer (by webcast) from 1 - 2:30 PM and then take part in a live online chat with other survivors.
To find a conference site near you or to pre-register for the home webcast and online chat visit www.afsp.org/survivorday Questions? Email survivingsuicideloss@afsp.org or call 1-888-333-2377 x33
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| FALMOUTH FUND GRANT & WORKSHOP | | |
The Falmouth Fund of the Cape Cod Foundation, which serves general needs in the town of Falmouth, has set a deadline of December 15th for grant applications. A total of $20,000 will be awarded. Agencies may submit applications in the areas of health, human services, the environment, education, the arts, and community development. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3). Click here for Falmouth Fund Grant Guidelines.
A grant writing workshop, hosted by the Cape Cod Foundation and The Falmouth Fund, will explain more about the application process. The workshop will be held from 10 AM to 12 Noon on Friday, October 29th at the Coonamessett Inn in Falmouth. Attendance is strongly recommended. RSVP to the Cape Cod Foundation at Tel: 508/790-3040 or email at info@capecodfoundation.org
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| FALL MEDICARE INFORMATION SESSIONS | | |
Sessions are being offered at local senior centers by the Cape and Islands SHINE Program. Sessions will cover 2011 Medicare options and the November 15th to December 31st Open Enrollment period including what plans will be available in 2011, what they will cost and how to review plan coverages and prescription drug costs. Will also cover some of the impact of Health Care Reform on seniors. For those on low to moderate incomes the program will provide information about qualifying for various subsidy and savings programs. Seniors and family members can register by calling one of the following senior centers:
� 10 a.m. Oct. 27, Orleans Senior Center, 150 Rock Harbor Road, 508-255-6333;
� 10 a.m. Nov. 3, Provincetown Senior Center, 26 Alden St., 508-487-7080;
� 2 p.m. Nov. 4, Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis, 508-862-4754 (leave a message);
� 10 a.m. Nov. 10, Truro Senior Center, 25 Library Lane, North Truro, 508-487-2462;
� 1 p.m. Nov. 10, Harwich Senior Center, 100 Oak St., 508-430-7550;
� 1:30 p.m. Nov. 15, Bourne Senior Center, 239 Main St., Buzzards Bay, 508-759-0653;
� 1 p.m. Nov. 17, Sandwich Senior Center, 270 Quaker Meetinghouse Road, East Sandwich, 508-888-4737;
� 1 p.m. Nov. 18, Dennis Senior Center, 1045 Route 134, South Dennis, 508-385-5067;
� 10:30 a. m. Nov. 22, Mashpee Senior Center, 26 Frank E. Hicks Dr., 508-539-1440
� 1 p.m. Nov. 22, Falmouth Senior Center, 300 Dillingham Ave., 508-540-0196;
� 10:00 a.m. Nov.29, Chatham Senior Center, 193 Stony Hill Rd., 508-945-5190
� 1 p.m. Nov. 29, Yarmouth Senior Center, 528 Forest Road, West Yarmouth, 508-394-7606;
� 10 a.m. Nov. 30, Wellfleet Senior Center, 715 Old King's Highway, 508-349-2800;
� 1 p.m. Dec. 2, Nantucket Senior Center, 81 Washington St., 508-228-4490.
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| CAPE COD HEALTHCARE SERIES - DIABETES WORKSHOP | | |
Cape Cod Healthcare Series presents "Diabetes by the Numbers" - Good Diabetes Control Matters! This presentation will address concerns and risk factors associated with diabetes as well as the latest blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure guidelines.
WHERE: Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Rd. (Rte. 28), Hyannis, Tel: 508/862-4750
WHEN: November 1st, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
FEE: Free - RSVP by October 29th.
This event is handicap accessible.
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| PHILANTHROPY DAY ON CAPE COD | | |
Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod is organized by the Planned Giving Council of Cape Cod and a volunteer planning committee. Attendees are Cape Cod & Islands professionals in nonprofit organizations of all types and sizes.
WHEN: November 10, 2010 - Registration deadline November 3rd or until sold out
Registration begins 7:30 AM, Session 1 - 9:00 AM, Session 2, 10:45 AM, Luncheon 12:15 PM
WHERE: The Resort & Conference Center at Hyannis, 35 Scudder Ave, Hyannis
COST: Seminars & luncheon $50, PGCCC/EPCCC Members $30
To register go to www.capecodgiving.org or Tel: 508/280-1822
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| FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER LOTTERY | | |
70 Dory Lane, Brackett Landing, Eastham, MA
Application deadline: postmark on or before December 15, 2010
Lottery Date: December 22, 2010
For more information and application packet visit: www.capecdp.org
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| GERONTOLOGY WORKSHOP SERIES | | |
Series covers the major topic areas in gerontology in this rapidly growing field. Learn a focused, practical approach to understanding, assessing and intervening with a variety of service concerns affecting older adults. CEU's (20-25) - must attend 8 of 10 workshops to receive CEU's.
WHEN: All workshops: Wednesdays 4 - 6:30 PM
WHERE: Cape Cod Community College, W. Barnstable Campus
REGISTRATION FEE: $379
For more information contact: Rosemary Dillon at Tel: 508/362-2131 X4347 or rdillon@capecod.edu
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| ADA REGULATION CHANGES | | The Department of Justice's regulations implementing changes to their ADA Title II and III regulations including the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design was published September 15, 2010 in the Federal Register.
Implementation dates
- Most of the items in the regulations will take effect on March 15, 2011. These items include changes to the definition of service animal, ticketing policies for stadiums and theaters and policies concerning Segways and other non-wheelchair devices used by people with disabilities for mobility.
- The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design may be used as of today, September 15, but are NOT REQUIRED to be used until March 15, 2012. During that 18 month period we have the option of using either the July 1, 1994 ADA Standards for Accessible Design or the new 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
Final rules implementing Title II in the Federal Register (HTML) (PDF)
Final rules implementing Title III in the Federal Register (HTML) (PDF)
The Department of Justice has several helpful fact sheets
Analysis of the 2010 ADA Standards
Adoption of the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design Highlights of the Final Rule to Amend the Department of Justice's Regulation Implementing Title II of the ADA Highlights of the Final Rule to Amend the Department of Justice's Regulation Implementing Title III of the ADA
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| ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FAIR IN HYANNIS | | |
Are you having difficulty or need help with some of the things you do every day? Are you worried about losing your independence? Are you living with a disability? Learn how Assistive Technology can help you maintain or gain independence with activities of daily living - at home, on the job, at school, or for recreation. Hands-on displays, information on assistive technology devices, funding options and info on all of the services that CORD and ATRC have to offer will be available. An advocate will also be on hand to meet one-on-one with people that have personal disability-related issues they would like to address.
WHEN: Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
WHERE: Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Rd. (Rt. 28), Hyannis
For more information on this event pleae contact Alison Kirwin at CORD at 508/775-8300 (V/TTY) or 800/541-0282 (V/TTY) or email at alison@cilcapecod.org Event is sponsored by the Cape Organization for the Rights of the Disabled (CORD) and the Easter Seals Assistive Technology Regional Center (ATRC). For more information about CORD and the free services they provide to individuals of all ages with disabilities visit www.cilcapecod.org For more information about ATRC visit www.eastersealsma.org
CORD attempts to maintain a scent-free environment that is safe and comfortable for all. Please refrain from wearing perfume, cologne and other scented products.
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| HOLIDAY STOCKING WORKSHOP | | |
"The Stockings were Hung by the Chimney with Care" stocking workshop and holiday juried craft fair. Parents and children are invited to participate in a holiday stocking workshop to make a stocking for yourself or someone you love and make one to donate to a local family. We will be filling them with goodies and sharing with local charities. Entertainment by Heather Swanson & her student violinist group. Limited space, please RSVP to Kerry Bickford at kbickford@barnstablecounty.org or 508/375-6695
WHEN: Saturday, November 6th, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
WHERE: Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Rd., Hyannis
FEE: $10.00 registration fee includes materials and pizza for lunch.
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| ANTI-BULLYING WEBINAR | | |
Webinar: That's so Gay: Preventing and Addressing Anti-gay and All Forms of Bullying. This 90-minute session will help participants understand the impact of bullying and harassment among youth and formulate a comprehensive plan to address it. The course is designed for educators, school administrators, and community-based health and human service providers working in agencies that provide services to youth.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 10th, 1-2:30 PM (EST)
COST: $25 plus $10 for those who need CEU's (1.5)
Click here to register. Check out other course offerings on Health Imperatives' new On-Line Education Center
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| YOUTH, EDUCATION & SUPPORT GROUP | | |
Youth facilitated "YES" program will feature a discussion about substance abuse among youth with a focus on prescription drugs. Special guest speaker is Jean Calvert of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health.
WHEN: Friday, November 19th, 5 - 6:30 PM
WHERE: Shepley Room at the Hyannis Youth & Community Center, 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis
COST: FREE - all attendees will receive a free book bag
For more information contact Sally-Ann Imes, M.Ed., Town of Barnstable Youth Services Division, Tel: 508/790-6345 x109 or email: sally-ann.imes@town.barnstable.ma.us
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| HEALTHY CONNECTED CAPE COD | | | The "Healthy Connected Cape Cod" project promotes opportunities to access good, nutritious food and to share the abundance of this food with neighbors and friends.
Goals:
- Support existing programs and practices that encourage happy and healthy eating
- Increase awareness of and participation in food-centered activities
- Increase healthy food options at all Cape Cod food pantries
- Promote community-driven advocacy and public education around healthy and happy eating.
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| CAPE COD VOLUNTEER INITIATIVE | |
Cape Cod Foundation is proud to introduce an exciting new resource for non-profits: CAPE COD VOLUNTEERS. The vision of Cape Cod Volunteers is to create a network of organizations and opportuities that informs, inspires, and engages people of all ages and backgrounds to strengthen our community through volunteering. Cape Cod Volunteers links local people with meaningful volunteer opportunities.
Please visit our new website and register your organization at www.capecodvolunteers.org. It will take 15-30 minutes to create a thorough profile for your organization. Once your profile is created you can post as many volunteer opportunities as you like, specify what kind of volunteer would best fit your organization's needs, how many volunteers you need, how often you need them and what kind of skills would be helpful. You can also solicit in-kind donations, list board openings and interview potential candidates. Whether you need volunteers for day-to-day tasks, help with events, or to share their expertise, volunteeers are an invaluable resource. The more organizations that post opportunities, the more effective the network will be and the more the community will benefit. Since our public release in July, more than 1700 prospective volunteers (about 29/day) have visited www.capecodvolunteers.org to peruse the more than 100 volunteer opportunities listed. Register today to start recruiting them. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
| SAMARITAN SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUPS | | | Over 800,000 people worldwide end their lives annually. Seven to ten people -- parents, children, siblings, aunts, uncles, grandparents, grandchildren and close friends -- deeply feel the devastation of each loss.
That means that approximately 5 million "survivors" are left behind every year.
Samaritans has expanded the number of sites on the Cape & Islands for their survivor support groups including Falmouth, Hyannis and Nantucket. These groups honor and respect the needs of the survivors, provide unconditional emotional support, help survivors gain courage and comfort from one another, and deal with a unique grief that is often not understood by others.
For more information contact the Samaritans office at Tel: 508/548-7999
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| 24/7 HOMELESSNESS CRISIS HOTLINE |
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| Serving individuals & families in the communities of Barnstable County, Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Staffed by trained homelesness prevention advocates. Immediate local emergency housing, food and transportation available. Referral to the right resources for assistance, assessment and on-going support.
If you or someone you know, are in crisis and have no place to stay tonight, call the Crisis Hotline at 1-888-656-2233 to connect with an experienced advocate who can arrange local overnight emergency housing until the next business day. You will meet with an advocate the following day to help you access available resources and supportive services.
The crisis hotline is a regional innovation pilot project funded by a grant to CACCI by Barnstable County through the Cape & Islands Regional Network to End Homelessness from the Massachusetts Interagency Council on Housing and Homelessness.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________ | | MASS 2-1-1 RESOURCE LOCATOR | | |
MASS 2-1-1 is a free, confidential, 24/7 information and referral database and hotline for access to health and human services for consumers and providers. Multi-lingual translations are also available. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has designated it as the official point of contact for receiving emergency information during a time of crisis.
MASS 2-1-1 is funded by 19 local chapters of the United Way, MEMA and the Executive Office of Health & Human services. Locally the Barnstable County Department of Human Services in partnership with the Cape & Islands United Way are supporting and marketing MASS 2-1-1.
For more information contact the Barnstable County Dept. of Human Services at 508/375-6630 or go to www.mass211.org To locate services dial 211 or 1-877-211-MASS on your telephone.
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