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New Funding Opportunities to Advance Community Health Equity
"And Justice for All" Film Series
Chatham Housing Authority: MCI/Rental Housing Savings Program
Cape Cod Super Summer Blood Drive
Waves of Wellness Recovery Connection Center
AIDS Support Group of Cape Cod Fundraiser
Managing Conflict Among Elders & Families
JRI System of Care Meetings
Harbor Community Health Center has moved
Volunteers Needed for Meals-On-Wheels program
Gosnold Launches New Prevention Division
Suicides & Self-inflicted Injuries in MA Data Summary
NAMI Cape Cod & the Islands
Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod
Access to Health Insurance still available
Update on Temporary Limited Health Insurance Coverage
News from HopeHealth
Massachusetts Substance Abuse Helpline
Online Resource Directory
MASS 2-1-1
Veterans Crisis Hotline
Samaritans Survivor Support Group
E-Newsletter Article Submissions
ISSUE: 116

June 20, 2014


 
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.  For additional information visit the Department website at bchumanservices.net
MOVING PREVENTION FORWARD: NEW FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES TO ADVANCE COMMUNITY HEALTH AND EQUITY

Six new funding opportunities from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer a variety of stakeholders, including public health departments, national and community based organizations, community coalitions, school districts, local housing and transportation authorities, and American Indian Tribes.  Opportunity to continue building healthier, more equitable communities with federal support.

 

Join the Web Forum on June 23rd from 1 - 2:30 PM, co-hosted by PolicyLink, the Prevention Institute, the Public Health Institute and Trust for America's Health, to learn about:

  • Partnerships to Improve Community Health
  • National Implementation and Dissemination for Chronic Disease Prevention
  • Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH)
  • PPHF 2014
  • A comprehensive Approach to Good Health & Wellness in Indian Country
  • Programs to Reduce Obesity in High Obesity Areas

RSVP today!

"...AND JUSTICE FOR ALL" JUNE FILM SERIES
Thursday, June 26th, 3:00 PM: "Not My Life".  This is the first film to document the practices of human trafficking and modern slavery in 13 countries, including the USA.  The film is narrated by Glenn Close.  Kristin Knowles will speak after the film.  Film will be shown in the Parish Hall at Holy Spirit in Orleans.  For more information contact Fr. Ken Campbell at 508/240-5169 or ksbcampbell@verizon.net
CHATHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY - MCI RENTAL/HOUSING SAVINGS PROGRAM

Chatham Housing is pleased to announce an opening in their MCI Rental/Housing Savings Program.  Eligible applicants will have the opportunity to save for a down payment on their first home while renting one of the units at the MCI/Marconi Campus on Old Comers Road.

 

The MCI/Escrow Program is a five (5) year home ownership program that puts half of your rent into an escrow account.  That money is then available to you for the sole purpose of a down payment to buy a house at the end of the program if you are able to do so. 

 

Informational meetings will be held at 579 Old Comers Rd., Chatham on Saturday June 28th at 9:00 A.M. or Monday, July 14th at 6:00 P.MApplication deadline: Friday, July 25, 2014 by 3:00 P.M..  Read more...

HYANNIS COMMUNITY CAPE COD SUPER SUMMER BLOOD DRIVE
The next Hyannis blood drive will be held on Monday, June 30, 2014 from 12:30 - 6:30 PM at the Cape Codder Resort & Spa, 1225 Iyannough Rd. in Hyannis.  Sponsored by the American Red Cross.  For an appointment call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.orgView flyer for more details.
WAVES OF WELLNESS RECOVERY CONNECTION CENTER CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Waves of Wellness Recovery Connecion Center in Hyannis offers connection and support for those in recovery.  Programs foster self-determination and personal strength, mutuality, optimism, healing environment and respect.  View the June calendar or visit the website for more information.
AIDS SUPPORT GROUP OF CAPE COD

Shawn Nightingale Products presents Joan Rivers on July 5th at Provincetown Town Hall.  Partial proceeds will benefit the work of the AIDS Support Group of Cape Cod.

 

Click here for more information and to get tickets.

MANAGING CONFLICT AMONG ELDERS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Cape Mediation presents an introductory class for professionals who work with elders on Tuesday, July 22, 2014, 1 - 4:00 PM at the Harwich Community Center, 100 Oak Street, Harwich, MA.  Cost: $35, early registration by July 8th - $25.

 

Learn proven problem-solving model and practical skills to help deal with conflict among adult children, families and peers.  Foster effective client communication. 

 

For more information call 608/240-1717 or email info@capemediation.org

JUSTICE RESEARCH INSTITUTE - SYSTEM OF CARE MEETINGS

J.R.I. System of Care Meetings are scheduled for the following dates and locations on the Islands.  These meetings are free and open to the public.

 

July 24, 2014, 11 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. at Martha's Vineyard Community Services, 111 Edgartown Rd., Oak Bluffs.  Overview and discussion of CBHI services.  RSVP required.  Contact Lisa Marks at lmarks@jri.orgView flyer for details.

 

August 21, 2014, 10:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. at Nantucket Antheneum, 1 India St., Nantucket.  Overview and Discussion of CBHI services.  RSVP required.  Contact Lisa Marks at lmarks@jri.orgView flyer for details.

HARBOR COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER HAS MOVED
Harbor Community Health Center has moved from 30 Elm St., in Hyannis.  New location is 735 Attucks Lane, Hyannis.  For more information about services visit their website.
ELDER SERVICES NEEDS VOLUNTEERS FOR MEALS-ON-WHEELS PROGRAM
Volunteers are needed across Barnstable County for Elder Services of C&I Meals-on-Wheels program.  Just an hour a week can help ensure homebound elders have a warm meal.  Mileage reimbursement is available.  Please contact Nancy Wolf at 508/394-4630 or nancy.wolf@escci.org.
GOSNOLD LAUNCHES NEW PREVENTION DIVISION 

Gosnold on Cape Cod, recognizing the need to improve prevention and early intervention services to confront the Cape's substance abuse crisis, has announced the creation of a new division focused on prevention.  The new division has been given a major boost from the Peter and Elizabeth C. Tower Foundation which has awarded Gosnold a $425,000 three year grant to help support the effort.

 

The Tower Foundation grant will provide funding for five school counselors for one year, and partial funding for ten counselors for years two & three.  The counselors will be in elementary, middle and high schools through Cape Cod to help students and their families affected by substance abuse.  Read more ...

SUICIDES AND SELF-INFLICTED INJURIES IN MASSACHUSETTS DATA SUMMARY - SPRING 2014
Suicide and self-inflicted injuries among Massachusetts residents are a significant yet largely preventable public health problem.  The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information for practitioners and prevention specialists on the magnitude, trends and risk factors for suicides and self-inflicted injuries.  While suicide refers to completed suicides, nonfatal self-inflicted injuries can include both suicide attempts and non-suicidal self-injury.  The MDPH Suicide Prevention Program works in collaboration with multiple state, national and local partners to reduce these injuries.  Read full report.
NEWS & EVENTS: NAMI CAPE COD & THE ISLANDS
  • September 8, 2014Annual Golf Fundraiser @ Oyster Harbor's Club in Osterville.
  • October 18, 2014: NAMI Massachusetts Annual State Convention, UMASS Lowell Conference center, 50 Warren St., Lowell.
  • July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.
  • NAMI Mass was one of 22 organizations that received a 2 year grant from Attorney General Martha Coakley's office to launch an anti-stigma campaign.
  • It is estimated that 350,000 Americans with mental illness are currently incarcerated.  The Health Foundation supports the efforts of NAMI to work, develop and provide curriculum for police training academies that will better enable police officers to help individuals with mental illness get the treatment they need and keep them out of the criminal justice system.
PHILANTHROPY DAY ON CAPE COD 2014 

SAVE THE DATE:  Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Hyannis Resort and Conference Center, 35 Scudder Ave, West End Rotary, Hyannis, MA.

 

This full-day conference will feature guest speakers, distinguished service to Philanthropy Awards, luncheon, cocktail reception & Exhibitor Raffle.  CFRE credit offered.

 

Philanthropy Partners - $40, non-members $60.  The conference benefits non-profit professionals, volunteers and board members working with organizations of any size.  Register before October 17th for early bird rates.  View more informationRegister now

ACCESS TO HEALTH INSURANCE IS STILL AVAILABLE 

You may qualify for help paying for coverage through programs like MassHealth or a Connector Care Plan.  If you think you qualify for a subsidy you can apply at any time, even outside the open enrollment period.  Some conditions may apply.  View flyer.  Current Commonwealth Care members, Temporary Coverage, former Medical Security members with Network Health Extend (or CeltiCare) do not need to take any action to their health insurance coverage through December 31, 2014.

 

For more information or to set up an appointment contact Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands (CACCI) at 508/771-1727.  Walk-ins accepted at CACCI, 372 North St., Hyannis.

UPDATE ON TEMPORARY LIMITED HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE

Mass Health has implemented a process to provide temporary limited coverage to individuals who are ineligible for temporary coverage due to lack of immigration status.

 

Individuals who newly apply for coverage and are otherwise qualified for temporary coverage except for their immigration status will be provided MassHealth temporary limited coverage until a final ACA program determination.  Visit the Massachusetts Health Care Training Forum website for more information.

  • NEWS FROM HOPE HEALTH
  • Hope Health and Massachusetts Pain Initiative (MassPI)announced they entered into an affiliation agreement.  Under the agreement, MassPI becomes an independent division of HopeHealth and retains their brand and identity.  MassPI is committed to promoting and providing effective pain management and appropriate care for the residents of Massachusetts.  Read more...
  • HopeHealth announces the appointment of Thomas O'Neill to its board of directors.  O'Neill has global senior management experience in both human resources and line management roles globally.  Read more ...
  • Donald C. McGraw Foundation makes leadership gift to McCarthy Care Center, a $750,000 donation to the capital campaign, to enhance and sustain hospice inpatient facility.This transformational gift will support the enhancement of the Sandwich facility and establish a board-directed fund for MCC's on-going maintenance, two essential strategic initiatives.
  • HopeHealth announces New Hope Camp for Kids, a new camp for children ages 6-17, who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or loved one and are invited to register for a day of support and group activities.  All services are 100% free of charge.  Camp information session, Saturday, September 20, 2014 at YMCA Camp Lyndon, 117 Stowe Rd., Sandwich.  For registration information please call 508/957-0248 or email emoraglia@hopeHealthCo.orgRead more ...
MASSACHUSETTS SUBSTANCE ABUSE HELPLINE

Massachusetts Substance Abuse Helpline Connects People with Services:  For tens of thousands of Massachusetts resident struggling with alcohol and other drug related issues, 1-800-327-5050 is an important number.   Read more ... 

BARNSTABLE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES ON-LINE RESOURCE DIRECTORIES

The Barnstable County Department of Human Services website find.bchumanservices.net features on-line directories of health and human service resources. The Directories are a compilation of local resources organized around areas of critical need such as food, housing,  energy/fuel assistance, and services for seniors and people with disabilities. Find.bchumanservices.net is a valuable resource now available to Barnstable County residents and human service organizations. This new on-line tool is an effective and efficient way to make local information available on a 'simple to search' website. For more information view press release in its entirety.

 

If you believe your organization should be included in any of the new Directories or have any other feedback on how to improve the on-line directories, call the Department of Human Services at 508/375-6628.

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?  
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.  To locate services dial 211 or 1-877-211-MASS on your telephone or go to www.mass211help.org
  
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has designated Mass 2-1-1 as the official point of contact for receiving information during a time of crisis or weather emergency.
  
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. 
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.

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 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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