April 20, 2012 

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO ISSUE MASS IN MOTION COMMUNITY-BASED RFR 

Early next week, Barnstable County's Department of Human Services (BCSHS) and Resource Development Office (RDO) will release a Request for Responses (RFR) to the more than 30 member food pantries and meal programs of the Cape Cod Hunger Network. The purpose of the RFR is to engage community-based organizations in helping BCDHS achieve one of five of its Mass In Motion Wellness and Municipal Leadership Grant Objectives: To implement strategies to increase availability of healthier food options at the Cape Cod Hunger Network's approximately 30 member food pantries and meal programs located throughout Barnstable County. There will be two awards of approximately $9,000 each for the period July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013. Although the applicant must be a Cape Cod Hunger Network food pantry or meal program, we encourage collaboration with other organizations, agencies and businesses in the applicant's service area. Eligible applicants will be directly notified of this opportunity by email and postal mail and the RFR materials will be posted on the BCDHS and RDO websites. We also anticipate a link to the materials on the Cape Cod Hunger Network website. Contact information for questions about the RFR will be provided in the release.

The Department will also be adding a Mass In Motion domain on its website in early May to provide detailed information about the Barnstable County Mass In Motion Wellness and Municipal Leadership Grant, as well as links to an array of associated materials to promote Healthy Eating and Active Living across age-groups. Please contact Christine Stein with general questions about the County's Mass In Motion initiative: cstein@barnstablecounty.org  and phone (508) 375 - 6629.   

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The First Annual New England Transgender Film Festival is scheduled for April 20-21 in Provincetown. Event flyer. For more information on events and locations visit www.netff.org

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Independence House is proud to announce the launch of a new youth-focused educational program promoting healthy relationships and violence prevention among high school students throughout Cape Cod.  The program, named for Nicholas Xiarhos, son of Yarmouth Police Deputy Chief Steven Xiarhos, and whose life was lost while serving our country overseas in Afghanistan, will operate under the umbrella of the Education and Prevention Program of Independence House.

The Nicholas Xiarhos Respectful Youth Relationship Program is supported in part by a grant from the Verizon Foundation's Domestic Violence Solutions Grant Program, the Nicholas Xiarhos Foundation, a grant from the Cape and Islands District Attorney's Office and the generous contribution of Independence House Board member, Mary Brunette.

The new program will launch its inaugural event "Connect for Respect" on April 25th at 6:00 PM at Barnstable High School, Knights Hall by recognizing the accomplishments of the BHS Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Program.  The MVP program, presented to students by Independence House, provides training through a structured curriculum on raising awareness and inspiring leadership around preventing violence, teen dating violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment and gender stereotypes.  

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.  Students who attend will be eligible to win an iPad.  Call for tickets: 508/771-6507 ext 239 or finassist@indhoused.net.

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Philanthropy Partners of the Cape and Islands presents "Social Media for Nonprofits - What's the Best Fit?" with Beth Dunn of HubSpot, at a luncheon on April 25th, 11:45 am - 2:00 pm at the Hyannis Golf Course.  This presentation will cover the various types of social media, what works best for what different types of organizations, and how nonprofit staff can maximize the benefits without maxing out their time.

This luncheon meeting is free to members of the Philanthropy Partners of the C&I.  Non-members fee is $35.  To register for this session please call 508/280-1822, email mwhiteppci@aol.com or register online at www.capecodgiving.org.  Registration deadline is April 20, 2012.

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The burden of mental illness in the U.S. is among the highest of all diseases, and mental disorders are among the most common causes of disability.  You can participate in a Leading Health Indicators webinar featuring an evidence-based program that is being implemented across the country.  During this 45 minute event, the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services will present data on the burden of mental illness in the U.S. - with a focus on health disparities.  They will also highlight one organization that has implemented an evidence-based program that has successfully reduced suicide attempts among participants.

Register today at http://bit.ly/llwlvf

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If you know providers in your networks who are doing short term job readiness and/or workforce training for individuals who may be on cash assistance and food stamps, they may benefit from learning more about the SNAP-ET programs.  The employment training (ET) benefit allows programs to recoup a dollar-for-dollar match for every private dollar the organization raises for their training programs.  The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) contracts with UMass Medical to both run these information sessions and manage the programs. If you could share these upcoming sessions with your providers who offer job readiness and or short term work related training programs, it could prove to be a valuable resource. To view a session near you click here.  To RSVP contact Eve Dolkart at 508/856-3148 or eve.dolkart@umassmed.edu. 

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The MA Department of Public Health Suicide Prevention Program presents the 11th Annual Suicide Prevention Conference:  Connecting for Safe and Resilient Communities: Suicide Prevention Across the Lifespan on May 1 and 2 at the Best Western Royal Plaza, Marlborough, MA.  Click link for brochure and registration information.

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Awareness, Advocacy, Access and Advanced Planning for Caregivers

• May 3, 9-11 AM - Awareness:  meet representatives from Elder Services of CC&I, CORD - Cape Organization for the Rights of the Disabled, Community Action Committee of C&I, COAST - Councils on Aging Serving Together.
• May 10, 9-11 AM - Advocacy:  meet representatives from Elder Law Attorney, Free Legal Services, Alzheimer's Services of CC&I.
• May 17, 8 am - 12 pm - Access:  Health Benefits University: An overview of Medicare and MassHealth and how it works for community care, Medicare Hospice benefits, Free CEU's.
• May 24, 9-11 am - Advanced Planning:  meet representatives from Visiting Nurses, Companion Services, Adult Day Health Services, Supportive Day Programs, Assisted Living and Care programs, Group Adult Foster Care, Skilled Nursing, Continued Care Retirement communities.

These FREE events will be hosted at Community Action Committee, 115 Enterprise Rd, Hyannis and are sponsored by CACCI and Caregiver Homes.  Please RSVP to Linda Plante at 508/737-8792,

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The Y.E.S. program: say yes to Youth Education Support about 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 "Bullying and the Consequences" on Friday, May 4th, 4:45 - 6:30 pm in the United Cultures Room at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center.

For more information contact Sally-Ann Imes, M.Ed., Town of Barnstable Youth Services Division at 508/790-6345 ext 109 or sally-ann.imes@town.barnstable.ma.us

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Health Resources in Action presents Exploring the Promise and Practice of Health Impact Assessments:  A New England Training Series.  This training series, comprised of webinars and a full-day conference, will provide public health and non-health sector practitioners with information and skills about the process and practical applications of using Health Impact Assessments (HIAs) to promote healthier and more vibrant communities. 

Training Series Components:  HIA Screening webinar, May 9, 10 - 11:00 AM; Conference, May 31, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM - Clark University in Worcester, MA; HIA Reporting and Evaluation webinar, June 13, 10 - 11:30 AM.

Because we want to assure broad representation and seats are limited, we are asking for interested individuals to please apply to attend the conference series by APRIL 24TH, 2012. Applicants will be informed of their acceptance by April 27 and will be expected to register for the conference by May 4 ($60 conference fee covers conference and two webinars).

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FREE upcoming Training for Cape Cod area Youth Providers on Wednesday, May 16, 2012, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at CIGSYA House, 56 Barnstable Rd., Hyannis.  CEU's available for nurses, social workers, and CHES.  Click for nformational flyer.

To register or for more information contact Missy Sturtevant, Program Coordinator at glys@healthimperatives.org or 800/530-2700 ext 229.  Co-sponsored by Cape Cod PFLAG, Cape Cod Justice for Youth Collaborative and C&I Gay and Straight Youth Alliance.  Trainings made available by a grant through Safe Spaces for GLBT Youth Program of Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

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The 2012 Cape Abilities 5K Walk/Run is set for Saturday, May 19 at Hyannis Village Green.  The wheel-measured course is flat, fast and postcard gorgeous (think water views!), making it a favorite among runners and walkers alike.  Teams and individuals are welcome.  Challenge your best time, and while you're at it, challenge yourself to raise funds for Cape Abilities.  All monies raised support Cape Abilities programs for people with disabilities on Cape Cod.  Come join us, have fun and make a difference.  To register:  http://www.capeabilities.org/ and select 5K Walk/Run.

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Families First Parenting Programs and the Cape Cod Neighborhood Support Coalition are pleased to offer a free 2-part workshop for Grandparents raising grandchildren: Grandparents Parenting Again.  This series focuses on grandparents who face the challenges and rewards of raising their grandchildren and will learn strategies that can help them cope with the demands and stresses of their role.  This 2-part series will be held Thursday, May 24 and Thursday, May 31 at CCNSC, 5 - 8:00 pm, 56 Barnstable Rd., Hyannis.  Dinner will be served 5-6 pm and workshop is 6-8 pm.  Child care will be available.  To reserve a spot please contact Beverly at 508/771-4336 or beverly@capecoalition.com.  Registration deadline is May 18th.

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Conference (#059) on Preventing and Responding to Substance Use and Related Programs in Older Adults will be held on Wednesday, June 6, 2012 from 8:15 am - 4:00 pm at the College of the Holy Cross, Hogan Campus Center, 1 College St., Worcester, MA and sponsored by DPH.

Click here for event summary and to register.

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ASIST is a two-day intensive, interactive and practice-dominated course designed to teach suicide first-aid to help a person at risk stay safe and seek further help as needed.  Training is suitable for mental health and medical professionals, teachers, youth workers, police and correctional staff, clergy, and community volunteers.

Training will be held June 6 & 7 from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM at the Mashpee Public Library.  Cost is $100 per person (includes continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments).  Space is limited.  Registration deadline is May 18, 2012.  For more information or to register:  YSPP@chcofcapecod.org or call 508/771-4336.  Event is sponsored by Community Health Center of Cape Cod - Youth Suicide Prevention Project and Cape Cod Neighborhood Support Coalition.

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Two FREE opportunities that Screening for Mental Health is excited to provide to Massachusetts-based organizations.  The first is an opportunity to participate in a free two month online mental health screening program.  The second is an invitation to participate in a free webinar titled "SAFE-T" (Suicide Prevention Five Step Evaluation and Triage).  Both are available free of charge through support from the Mass Department of Public Health.  Click on the links above for more information including registration.

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To improve America's lackluster performance on health outcomes compared with its peer nations and to maintain its international competitiveness, the United States needs to invest more in its chronically underfunded public health system and spend public health dollars more efficiently, says a new report from the Institute of Medicine.  Read more ...

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Let's Move in School Skillastics, is the first activity officially licensed to support the LMIS Initiative, to assist schools in improving health and academic performance by integrating physical activity into all aspects of the school day.   The purpose of the Lets Move in School Initiative is to ensure that every school provides a comprehensive school physical activity program (CSPAP) with quality physical education as the foundation so that youth will develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be physically active for a lifetime. For more information on LMIS Skillastics click here.  

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• Scholarship Opportunity for MNN Members:  Wheelock College offers a $10,000 scholarship for MNN members.  MNN nonprofit member staff will be eligible for a $10,000 scholarship to Wheelock College to advance their nonprofit careers.  For more info visit www.wheelock.edu/leadership
• The Massachusetts Service Alliance has launched the YOU Generate campaign and a new website www.massvolunteers.org, to promote volunteerism in Massachusetts.
• Nonprofit Awareness Day, June 11 at the State House.  Registration opens May 1st.
• The Citizens Bank Champions in Action, a community partnership with NECN has recognized 38 organizations with nearly $1 million in grant funding and thousands of public service announcements over the past 10 years.  Learn more about this program.

For more information about MNN visit www.massnonprofitnet.org

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On September 29, 2012, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Boston Chapter is hosting their inaugural South Shore/Cape Cod Out of the Darkness Walk at the Cape Cod Canal Park on Buzzards Bay.  They are reaching out to communities in the South Sore and the Cape & Islands to promote suicide prevention education, mental health advocacy and survivor support.  AFSP Boston Chapter is committed to helping and supporting South Shore and Cape & Islands communities.  Since this is the first Walk in the area, AFSP asks for your help and support to launch this new and very exciting event.  Please consider getting involved and joining the AFSP efforts.

You can register for the South Shore/Cape Cod Walk.  Forward the information to friends, family and colleagues.  The online donation page is open for registrations, sponsorships and donations.  Recruit at least 10 team members, raise at lease $1,000 and your team name will be listed on the 2012 Walk shirts. You can join the Planning Committee.  Email Carole Williamson at gammy1w@yahoo.com or Heather Anderson at Jeremysmama1@yahoo.com to learn more.  Info about Other Walks in Eastern Mass.  Learn more about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

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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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