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ISSUE: 72 |
October 5, 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. _____________________________________________________________________________ |
DEPARTMENT'S CORNER | |
Barnstable County Human Rights Commission has a new Telephone #
The new telephone number for the Human Rights Commission (HRC) is 508/375-6912. The HRC is responsible for investigating complaints from residents of Barnstable County who feel they have been discriminated against in housing, employment, health care, education or public accommodation. 'The HRC takes all complaints in complete confidentiality, investigates and mediates a soltion whenever possible. When necessary, the HRC refers complainants to other authorities such as the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination said John Reed, Chair of the Commission.' The Commission will arrange for interpreter services when needed.
The Human Rights Commission meets on the first Monday of the month at 5:30 PM in the Superior Courthouse in the County Complex at 3195 Main St. in Barnstable. Meetings are open to the public.
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SAMARITANS 35TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION | |
In honor of their 35th anniversary, The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands are proud to invite the community to attend a special event on Saturday, October 27th at 1:00 pm at the Tilden Arts Center of Cape Cod Community College in West Barnstable. Kevin Hines, renowned suicide prevention and mental health advocate, has spoken to over a quarter of a million people about his firsthand experience with suicide. Kevin is one of 29 people to have survived jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge and now devotes his time to talking with communities around the world about living mentally well and the prevention of suicide. Click for flyer.
The suggested donation for admission is $10 for the general public and $5 for students. However, no one will be turned away due to inability to pay. If you would like more information about this event, please contact The Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands at ccsamaritans@verizon.net or 508-548-7999.
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CHALLENGE DAY AT BARNSTABLE HIGH SCHOOL | |
Please join as an Adult Participant at our upcoming Challenge Day. Challenge Days are powerful, high-energy programs in which youth and adult participants are guided through a series of experiential learning processes. The overall goals of the program are to increase personal power and self esteem, to shift dangerous peer pressure to positive peer support and to eliminate the acceptability of teasing, violence and all forms of oppression. The Challenge Day Program is designed to unite the members of the school and community and to empower them to carry the themes of the program back to the school population. Challenge Day also successfully addresses issues of violence, social oppression, racism, harassment, conflict management, suicide, peer pressure, alcohol and drugs.Since 1987, the Challenge Day Program has touched the lives of over half-a-million teens and adults nationwide.
No prior training is necessary other than the morning check-in meeting.Our Challenge Day staff closely monitors the program and our Leaders will give instructions throughout the day.You must be able to remain on site and participate fully for the entire program, including 30 minutes after the program ends, for a post-Challenge day meeting.We encourage adults to volunteer as positive role models for the benefit of the youth.
Please contact one of our Community Coordinators below if you would like to attend or if you have any questions.Please feel free to pass this invitation on to any of your colleagues and friends. We hope you will be able to join enjoy us for this wonderful experience!
Challenge Day: October 22, 23, 24, or 25th ~ Only one day commitment so pick whichever one works for you! ~ Begins at:6:45 a.m. ~ Concludes at: 2:30 p.m. ~ Lunch will be provided ~ Be sure to dress comfortably ~ No cell phones during program ~ Park near the Gym entrance and enter through the Gym Door
Karen Butler Andrew Nugnes
Community Coordinator Coordinator 790- 6445 ext. 327
Butler_Karen@barnstable.k12.ma.us Nugnes_Andrew@barnstable.k12.ma.us
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SUBSTANCE ABUSE WEBINAR | |
Youth alcohol and drug use remains a major public health problem. In 2008 18.3 percent of adolescents aged 12 to 17 years reported use of alcohol or any illicit drugs during the past 30 days. Community engagement is key to address youth substance abuse. Join Healthy People for Who's Leading the Leading Health Indicators? webinar on substance abuse - Tackling Substance Abuse Through a Community-wide Coalition. Webinar is scheduled for October 24, 2012, 12 - 12:45 PM ET and will be lead by HHS Assistance Secretary for Health, Dr. Howard Koh.
Register today.
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SENIOR MEDICARE PATROL, GUIDELINES TO HEALTHCARE FRAUD | |
Billions of federal dollars are lost annually due to health care fraud error and abuse. Since 1997 the Administration on Aging has funded SMP projects to recruit and train retired professionals and other senior citizens about how to recognize and report instances or patterns of health care fraud. Through the combination of the Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control (HCFAC) Program and Older Americans Act (Title IV) funds, the Senior Medicare Patrol Patrol program has proven successful in reaching older Americans and educating them about the importance of healthcare fraud prevention, identification and reporting. This FREE program will be held at the Barnstable Senior Center on October 31, 2012 from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM. RSVP required - please call 508-862-4750. For more information on other programs and services at the Barnstable Senior center visit their website.
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FALL EVENTS FOR THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB | |
October 25, 5:30 - 8 PM: An "Evening Investing in Great Futures", a fall festival sampling over 30 special wines & beer, paired with delicious food, entertainment & fun and honoring some of the many heroes of the Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod at the Kraft Family Clubhouse on our 15th birthday. Event will be held at 30 Steeple St, Mashpee Commons. Tickets in advance through October 23 - $30. At the door - $35. Click here for tickets.
October 27, at 11 AM: Screech at the Beach 5K Road Race & Kids Fun Run (10:30 AM). Hosted by the Raw Bar at the Popponesset Marketplace, New Seabury, Mashpee. Post race festivities include food and drink, t-shirts, gift certificates and best costume awards for individuals and groups. Pre-registration fee: $25.00. Race Day Entry Fee: $30. Kids Fun Run: $5.00. Click here to register on-line.
For more information about activities and programs of the Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod visit their website.
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HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION SEEKS AWARD NOMINEES | |
Do you know someone who has put extra effort into ensuring human rights for his or her neighbors? Two different awards honoring work on human rights will be presented at the annual Human Rights Day Breakfast, Saturday, December 8th, at the Holiday Inn, Hyannis. Nomination forms may be found at www.bchumanservices.net/barnstable-county-human-rights-commission or clicking on the award name below. Nominations are due by November 5 and may be sent to hrc@barnstablecounty.org.
The Cornerstone Award is given to individuals recognized by their peers, community, and associates as those who have fostered and supported human rights, concepts, and ideals.
The Rosenthal Community Champion Award, while similar, is designated for those in the public sector (law enforcement, elected officials, etc.) particularly those who have worked to advance human rights and to eliminate discrimination against immigrants in Barnstable County. It was named after Irving Leopold Rosenthal who served as Barnstable County sheriff from 1922 to 1933.
Any resident of Barnstable County may call the BC HRC with questions or concerns at 508-375-6912 or for more information about these awards or the Human Rights Day Breakfast.
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PIE AUCTION TO BENEFIT THE COALITION FOR CHILDREN | |
10th Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Pie Auction and Bake Sale with Toe Jam Puppet Band at the Oak Ridge School, 260 Quaker Meeting House Road, East Sandwich, MA on November 17th, the Saturday before Thanksgiving.
- If you are a pie baker, please consider showing off your creativity - bring us your best pie! (There will be pie drop offs on Friday, November 16th, in Falmouth, Mashpee, Sandwich, and Bourne. Also please attach a 3 x 5 card with your name or business and the ingredients of your pie.)
- If pies are not your thing, consider baking something for our bake sale table - sweet or savory, we appreciate all of your donations.
- If your strength is outreach, please consider helping with publicity and social networking: Toe Jam is best heard with tons and tons of little people. Please help spread the word and let's pack the house!
- If you have a business or are connected to the business community, perhaps you can help with baking or a Silent Auction item. Our Pie Auction is a great venue to "advertise" your business.
- If you cannot make the auction but would like to make a donation to the Coalition for Children, you can always send a check to Coalition for Children, attention: Tina Toran, 340 Teaticket Highway, East Falmouth, MA 02536.
- And finally, if you are free on November 17th, PLEASE JOIN US!!! We cannot celebrate the season, dance to Toe Jam, and bid on pies without you! Call (508) 548 0151 x 172 or email me for more details.
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THE POWER OF COMMUNITY | |
Join WE CAN at the 2012 Annual Meeting and Celebration on Thursday, November 29, 5 - 7 PM at the West Dennis Yacht Club. This year's them is "The Power of Community". Enjoy good food and WE CAN wine (from Orleans Wine and Spirits). Event will feature a special program recognizing volunteers, a raffle, and great networking. Email volunteer@wecancenter.org to register for this FREE event.
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TRAUMA-INFORMED RESPONSES TO SUICIDE IN MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITIES | |
SAVE THE DATE: December 6, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM at UMass Lowell Inn and Conference Center. More information to follow.
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MALE SURVIVOR RECOVERY GROUP | |
The Rape Crisis Program of Independence House and the Gay Men's Domestic Violence Project (GMDVP) have collaborated to offer a jointly facilitated "Male Survivor's Recovery Group". This group is for any person identifying as male who is a survivor of Domestic and/or Sexual Violence and resides on Cape Cod.
What constitutes the Male Survivor Recovery Group?
Male: gay, straight, transgender - anyone who identifies with being male. Survivor: someone who has experienced domestic or sexual violence at any age by any person(s). Recovery Group: a structured, safe environment providing support for an individual's efforts toward recovery from abuse.
Anyone interested in participating in this group can either call Independence House at 508-771-6507 or email AnnD@indhouse.net for more information.
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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. To locate services dial 211 or 1-877-211-MASS on your telephone or go to www.mass211help.org________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
VETERANS CRISIS HOTLINE | |
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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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 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
HOMELESSNESS CRISIS HOTLINE | | Serving individuals & families in the communities of Barnstable County, Martha's Vineyard & Nantucket who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. 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.
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