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Things My Mother Taught me
WMHI Webinar
Baybridge Clubhouse Open House
Youth Education & Support Program
Divorce Boot Camp
Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
Adolescent Health Training
Business Summit for a Healthy Workforce
DoN Grants Available
"Enough" Child Sexual Abuse Symposium
Children Youth & Families Summit
Postpartum Depression Workshop
Tribal Hospice Partnership
Barnstable Senior Center Newsletter
Community Initiated Research RFP
Prevention Technical Assistance RFR
DPH mental Wellness Blog
AHEC Health Promotion Training Calendar
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Healthy Connected Cape Cod
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ISSUE: 53

January 20, 2012 

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.
If you have information you would like included in future e-newsletters, please follow the submission requirements outlined at the bottom of the page and email to kcallahan@barnstablecounty.org

Sincerely,
Elizabeth Albert, Director
Barnstable County Department of Human Services
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THINGS MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME

Author of "Things My Mother Taught Me", Kate Whooley, will share the lessons learned during her journey as a daughter and caregiver to her ailing other, as described with compassion and humor in her latest book.  Author talk and Book Signing will be held on Sunday, January 22, 2012 at the Falmouth Jewish Congregation, 7 Hatchville Rd., East Falmouth at 2:00 PM.  For more information call the Falmouth Jewish Congregation at 508/540-0602.

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WORKPLACE MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE WEBINAR

For many businesses in Massachusetts two of the biggest challenges are letting people know about the EAP/HR services that are offered and providing employees with a quality mental health program that they really need.

 

You and your organization are invited to participate in a computer demonstration on Tuesday, January 24th at 1:00 PM (EST) to learn more about our FREE Online Mental health Screening Program available to Massachusetts businesses.   Click here for more information.

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BAYBRIDGE CLUBHOUSE OPEN HOUSE

Baybridge Clubhouse proudly celebrates 25 years of recovery and success in the community.  Please join us for our Annual Open House on Friday, February 3, 2012 from 2 - 5:00 PM at 278 Main St., Hyannis.

 

Baybridge Clubhouse offers employment, housing, educational and social opportunities to adults with mental illness.  We strive to create an environment promoting growth through employment, education and meaningful relationships within standards provided by the State of Massachusetts and the International Center for Clubhouse Development (ICCD).

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YOUTH EDUCATION AND SUPPORT PROGRAM

The Youth Education and Support Program (Y.E.S.) addresses current teen topics young people want to discuss and know more about.  The Barnstable Youth Services Division would like to invite teens to the next Y.E.S. program for a discussion about drug prevention and awareness of new drugs such as bath salts. The discussion will be held in the United Cultures Room at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center on Friday, February 3rd, from 4:45 - 6:30 PM.  Special guest speaker will be Jean Calvert, LICSW, of the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health.

 

For more information contact Sally-Ann Imes, town of Barnstable Youth Services Division at 508/790-6345 x109 or by email at sally-ann.imes@town.barnstable.ma.us.

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DIVORCE BOOT CAMP
Divorce Boot Camp led by Attorney Anna Merrill is scheduled for Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM in the Conference Room at the Cape Cod Regional Transit Center, 215 Iyannough Rd., Hyannis.  Attend this 4 hour works hop to learn about your rights, preparation and steps to take. Each participant will be given a CD with the complete boot camp information. Click Flyer for more information.

To register call 508/430-8111 or email info@wecancenter.org.  Suggested donation: $5-20 based on your personal means.  No one will be turned away due to inability to pay.

Workshop sponsored by WE CAN ~ Empowering women to achieve lasting positive change.
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SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING FOR GATEKEEPERS OF OLDER ADULTS

This gatekeeper training led by the Samaritans on Cape Cod and the islands is designed to reduce the incidence of suicide among adults age 55 and older  Gatekeepers are people who, through their professional, personal, or volunteer activities, have contact with older adults.  After the training, participants will be able to:  understand the warning signs of suicide in older adults; develop strategies for early intervention and prevention; identify risk factors, levels or risk, and protective factors for suicide in older adults; and learn effective methods for active listening and engagement with older adults who are suicidal.

 

The training is scheduled for Tuesday, February 7, 2012 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Sandwich Hollows, 1 Round Hill Rd., East Sandwich, MA.  This training is available FREE of charge.  5.5 Continuing Education Units (CEU's) will be offered to Registered Nurses, Social Workers, and Licensed Mental Health Clinicians.  All participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

 

For more information please contact Stephanie Kelly or Jessica McHugh at the Samaritans at 508/548-7999 or ccsamaritans@verizon.net.

 

This training is being offered through a partnership with the Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands, REACH, Cape & Islands Emergency medical Services, and the Dept. of Mental Health and through funding provided by the Cape Consortium for At Risk Older Adults, the Cape & Islands Community Health Network (CHNA 27), and Cape Cod Healthcare.

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ADOLESCENT HEALTH TRAINING

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health Office of Adolescent Health and Youth Development will be offering a training HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 as part of our series of capacity-building, adolescent sexual health and youth development trainings open to service providers, community-based organizations and potential vendors who provide adolescent sexuality health education, adolescent reproductive health education and/or services, and youth development programs for young people ages 10-24. 

 

These are FREE trainings limited to 50 participants ~ early registration is strongly recommended!   Free parking, CEUs, and complementary lunch are provided.  Workshop will be held at the Hoagland-Pincus Conference Center, 222 maple Ave., Shrewsbury, MA.  Click here to register.

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BUSINESS SUMMIT FOR A HEALTHY WORKFORCE

The Chambers of Commerce of Falmouth, Mashpee, and Sandwich in conjunction with Barnstable County Human Services Suicide Prevention and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cape Cod will hold a Business Summit for a Healthy Workforce on Thursday, February 9, 2012 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM.  The program is designed to provide support and resources to small businesses on the Upper Cape which may be dealing with workplace issues around depression, anxiety, chronic illness, substance abuse and suicide risks.

 

Click here for more information or contact Candace Perry at bcsp@barnstablecounty.org or 508/375-6845.

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DETERMINATION OF NEED (DoN) GRANTS

CHNA 27 is seeking applications from organizations proposing to address issues that eliminate health disparities, promote wellness, and prevent/manage chronic disease for individuals who are elderly and/or persons with disabilities. During 2012, $70,000 will be distributed across the geographic area of CHNA 27 to selected eligible organizations through grants ranging from no less than $15,000 to no more than $40,000.

 

Funding for this grant is made possible by Cape Cod Healthcare through the Department of Public Health's Determination of Need (DoN) process.  Any non-profit organization or public entity (such as schools, health institutions), not having access to other sources of DoN Funding, providing services to communities on Cape Cod and/or the Islands of Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard is eligible to apply.

 

The Cape Cod Foundation is serving as grants manager for the project. Applications must be postmarked by February 17, 2012 or hand delivered to the Cape Cod Foundation by 5pm on February 17, 2012. The full announcement and a link to the application can be found at www.capecodfoundation.org, under Grant Information, CHNA 27.

 

For more information or questions about the application, please contact Kristin O'Malley, Manager of Community Investment Services for the Cape Cod Foundation, at (508) 790-3040 or komalley@capecodfoundation.org. Please reference CHNA 27 Application in subject line.

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ENOUGH CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE SYMPOSIUM

Join the movement against child sexual abuse on Thursday, February 16, 2012 from 12 - 2:00 PM at the Family Continuity Conference Room, 60 Perserverence Way, Hyannis, MA.  Jetta Bernier will present the "Enough Abuse Campaign".  Join key community partners to promote conversation of child sexual abuse prevention on Cape Cod and the islands.  For more information please contact Lauren Titus at 508/771-6507 or ihoutreach@indhouse.net.  Visit www.enoughabuse.org to learn more about the campaign.

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9TH ANNUAL CHILDREN YOUTH AND FAMILIES SUMMIT

SAVE THE DATE - Friday, March 16, 2012, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Cape Cod Community College for the 9th Annual Children, Youth and Families Summit "Youth for Opportunities and Opportunities for Youth".  FREE educational event featuring youth-inspired career and workforce readiness workshops designed for high school and out-of-school youth.  Lunch provided.  FREE to all youth and adults who pre-register.  ($5 fee day of for adults who do not pre-register).  Register online at www.BCCCYF.org.  Event hosted by the Barnstable County Council for Children, Youth and Families.

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POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION - SCREENING AND TREATMENT METHODS WORKSHOP

The Cape & Islands Maternal Depression Task Force invites you to participate in this workshop.  This workshop is intended for Primary Care Providers, APRN, OB/GYN, Pediatric Providers, Psychiatric Nurses, Emergency Room Physicians, Psychiatrists.  The workshop is scheduled for Thursday, April 12, 2012 from 7 - 9:00 AM (6:30 - 7:00 AM breakfast and check-in) at the Daniel Webster Inn, 149 Main St., Sandwich.  The Fee is $20 per person and CME's and CEU's are available.  Objectives:  review the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression, treatment methodologies, and psychopharmacological aspects of a treatment plan, including issues pertaining to breastfeeding/lactation.

 

For questions or to register call Mary Wilson at 508/775-6240 x513.  Registration deadline is March 30, 2012.   The program is supported by the Bilezikian Family Foundation through the Cape Cod Foundation's Partners in Philanthropy and the Cape & Islands Maternal Depression Task Force.

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WUNEESHKEETY (GOOD MEDICINE) TRIBAL HOSPICE PARTNERSHIP

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and Hospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod are proud to announce a new program for tribal members experiencing the impact of serious illness and loss.  Eligibility is simple.  There are only two requirements: 1. Anyone facing a life-limiting illness and 2. Patient desires hospice services.  All costs related to the diagnosis are covered in full.  No one is turned away due to inability to pay.  Call the Referral Center at 508/957-0200 or visit www.hospicecapecod.org.

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BARNSTABLE SENIOR CENTER NEWSLETTER

View the current Senior Compass Online newsletter for great activities and programs at the Barnstable Senior Center.

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COMMUNITY INITIATED RESEARCH RFP
The Community Health Innovation and Research Program of Harvard Catalyst (HC-CHIRP) announces the availability of funds to support community-initiated research on mental health integration in Primary Care using evidence-based practices.  HC-CHIRP will fund up to three (3) community-initiated small research projects at this time ($7,000 each).

 

Applicants must be a community-based organization or coalition. Applicants must represent a 501(c)(3) tax exempt community-based organization including health, social service organizations; faith-based organizations; or voluntary associations or their fiscal agent.

 

Please see the attached RFP and grant application for additional details. For questions contact Jennifer Opp at 617/432-1736 or Jennifer_Opp@hms.harvard.edu.

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BSAS PREVENTION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE RFR

The Prevention Technical Assistance RFR is now posted on comm-pass.  Please share this information with interested parties.

 

The RFR # is 300921.  Instructions to connect you to the site:

  • Go to www.comm-pass.com
  • Click on Solicitations tab.  Click on Search for a Solicitation.
  • Enter 300921 into the Document Number field, then press Search.
  • There are 2 Solicitation(s) found that match your search criteria will appear at the top of the screen.  Click on that link.
  • Click on the eyeglasses on the top line, OPEN.
  • The RFR is posted on the Specifications tab.

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MENTAL WELLNESS CATEGORY OF DPH BLOG LAUNCHED

The Mental Wellness DPH Blog has been  launched.  This space was created as a forum to discuss all the ways that mental wellness can contribute to a healthy and productive life, as well as explore the connections between physical and mental health.  This section of the DPH Blog is designed to give ideas, information and resources about exciting initiatives taking place at the grassroots level in communities across Massachusetts that promote the importance of mental health.  You can check back regularly, or subscribe to the RSS feed to receive updates of new posts.  Check it out and share with your networks.

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AHEC HEALTH PROMOTION SPRING 2012 TRAINING CALENDAR

David H. Mulligan Center for Health Promotion Spring 2012 Training Calendar.  Featured trainings include:  Welcoming All Genders:  Culturally Competent Care for Transgender Patients/Clients, Cross Cultural Communication in Healthcare and Human Services, Consumer Engagement: Providers & Consumers Working as a Team to Improve Health Outcomes, Are you Ready?  Emergency Preparedness for Healthcare and Human Services.

 

Training Calendar is coordinated by AHEC of Southeastern MA and sponsored by Health Imperatives.

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MASS 2-1-1 RESOURCE LOCATOR
Is your organization listed on 2-1-1?  If not, take some time and list it today!
  • Do you provide health or human services on Cape Cod or the Islands?
  • Does the public know what services you provide?
  • Do people know how to access your services?
  • Do you need assistance in finding services for your clients?
~ Is your organization listed on Mass 2-1-1?  If not, let us know.
~ Not sure how to use 2-1-1?  It's easy - call us for free training.
~ Want to learn how to create your own directory of resources?
  
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 a project supported by the Barnstable County Department of Human Services in partnership with the Cape & Islands United Way. 

For more information contact the Barnstable County Dept. of Human Services at kcallahan@barnstablecounty.org or call 508/375-6626 or ronniegullette@comcast.net or call 508/277-3008.  To locate services dial 211 or 1-877-211-MASS on your telephone or go to www.mass211help.org
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VETERANS CRISIS HOTLINE

The VA has rebranded the National Veterans Suicide Prevention Hotline to what is now called Veterans Crisis Line.  The purpose of the change is to shift the emphasis from "suicide" to "crisis" for Veterans and their families to make that critical first call for help.  The Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255, Press 1) is available 24/7/365 to provide confidential counseling and referrals for Veterans and their families.  This is an integrated national outreach effort to increase awareness and use of the Veterans Crisis Line, support and promote broader VA suicide prevention efforts, and promote help-seeking behaviors among Veterans at risk of suicide and other mental health problems.

 

For more information about the Veterans Crisis Line please click here.

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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.

To learn more visit http://www.bchumanservices.net/ or contact Beth Albert at Tel: 508/375-6626 

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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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HOMELESSNESS CRISIS HOTLINE
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.
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