The Barnstable County Regional Substance Abuse Council (RSAC) presents Addressing Substance Use on Cape Cod: Action Plan covering the period 2015-2020.

Cape Cod Healthcare is pleased to release its FY2016 Community Benefits Annual Strategic Grants Cycle Request for Proposals (RFP) on Monday, August 3, 2015.  This RFP is part of an annual competitive grant process focused on addressing the unmet health needs of the residents of Barnstable County.  The CCHC Community Benefits annual competitive RFP grants program is open to all non-profit community organizations with qualifying proposals. Read more...

The FY2016 Annual Strategic Grants program will provide up to $200,000 in grants to support projects ranging from $15,000 to $30,000.  Deadline for submission of proposals is September 14, 2015.  Grant selection will be finalized in November 2015.  The funding period runs from January 1 - September 30, 2016.  CCHC FY16 Annual Strategic Grant RFP Overview.  CCHC FY16 RFP Attachments A,B,C,E.

Please visit Cape Cod Healthcare's website for additional information. 

Enhance your skills for professional advancement, new opportunities and business growth.  ENROLL NOW for Fall Classes!  Offerings include:

Home Health Aide Certificate

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Self-care Health Care Professionals

Advanced Social Media Certificate Program

Unrestricted Construction Supervisors Exam Prep

Successful Small Business Management

Front Office Essentials Certificate

Cultivating Your Management Skills Certificate

Adobe Graphic Design & Digital Media Certificate

Learn more about dates, times, locations of classes.

Upcoming fundraising auction at the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown over Labor Day weekend.  Artists and writers from around the country have come together to make Memory Objects to support free services offered by the Alzheimer's Family Support Center.  All 50 pieces are one of a kind and available for preview online at www.alzheimerscapecod.com.  The gallery opens Friday September 4 at 12:00 Noon, an author reading Friday evening by 7 writers and a fabulous party on Saturday, September 5th at 5 PM.  Bidding will close at 7 PM.  View flyer for more information.

Cape Cod Walks the Walk in Provincetown, Sunday October 18. Contact Alzheimer's Cape Cod  for pledge sheets more information or call 508/896-5170.

Potential Volunteer Information Sessions: learn about volunteering for WE CAN in a variety of capacities.

Personal Development Series: Information session to learn about the program, meet facilitators and opportunity to register for workshops. View flyer.

Divorce Boot Camp: workshop offered by experienced family law attorney. View flyer.

Falmouth Legal Consults: Free legal services, family or criminal law, offered to low to moderate income women, Tuesday, September 15 by appointment at the Falmouth Service Center, 611 Gifford St.  Call 508/430-8111 to register.

Divorce Support Group: 6-week group for women in the process of or dealing with aftermath of divorce. View flyer.

Bankruptcy Overview Workshop: informational workshop will provide an overview of bankruptcy. View flyer.

Financial Empowerment Sessions: 45 minute appointments offering assistance in a broad range of financial need topics.

Read more.... for dates, times, locations & other details. 

On Saturday, September 5, 2015, Gosnold will host the David Lewis 5K at Gosnold on Cape Cod, 200Ter Heun Drive, Falmouth, MA.  There will be food, raffles, awards, music and fellowship following the event.

Register to run, walk, donate, or volunteer by visiting www.DavidLewis5K.com or contact Jodi Landers at 508/540-6550 ext. 5241 or jlanders@gosnold.org.  View flyer.

The next general membership meeting of the Cape & Islands Suicide Prevention Coalition is scheduled for Thursday, September 10th from 11:15 AM - 12:45 PM in Rooms 11/12 of the Barnstable Superior Courthouse, 3195 Main St., Barnstable Village.  Meeting will be preceded by the annual ribbon ceremony remembering those lost to suicide and supporting the friends and families left behind.  The ceremony will take place on the lawn of the courthouse weather permitting or inside if inclement weather. All are welcome to attend.

The Barnstable County HOME Consortium has completed its 2015 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2014- June 30, 2015) utilizing U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Federal Fiscal Year 2014 HOME Program funds. The HOME Program was awarded $404,552 to carry out the goals and objectives set forth in the 2010- 2014 Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan for this period. A draft Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER), outlining the year's accomplishments and challenges is available for public comment.

The Consortium will conduct a public hearing on: Thursday, September 17, 2015 - 8:30 AM in the Innovation Room in the Open Cape Building in the Barnstable County Complex, 3195 Main Street, Barnstable, MA 02630.  Read more in English, Spanish or Portuguese.

The Community Development Partnership (CDP) is currently accepting applications for an affordable rental housing lottery in Provincetown.  The lottery is for three one-bedroom condos at the Grace Gouveia Building located at 26 Alden Street in Provincetown.  Application deadline is Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 3:00 PM. 

An Information Session will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2015, 1-2:00 PM and Wednesday, September 23, 2015, 5-6:00 PM at the Provincetown Public Library.

Read more....

The "DUCK" is a FREE community event to learn about products and services available to individuals with differing abilities.  The event will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2015, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM at John A. Kelley Park, Dennis, MA.  There will be exhibitors, activities, games, music, and a food truck or two!  Read more...

The "DUCK" is sponsored by the Dennis Committee on Disabilities and the Dennis Council on Aging. 

My Life, My Health - Chronic Disease Self-Management

CHC of CC, Mashpee, 9/3 - 10/8. View flyer for details.

Matter of Balance

Bourne COA, Info Session, 9/17 @ 2:30, class runs 9/24 - 11/2.  View flyer for details.

Falmouth Housing, Info Session 9/23, 2-3 PM.  View flyer.

Tai Chi for Healthy Living

Barnstable COA, 9/10 & 9/15, 3-4 PM, view flyer for details.

Atria Falmouth, Info Session 9/21, 3 PM.  Class starts 9/28, 11 AM - 12 PM.  View flyer for details.

Leader Training for Chronic Disease Self-Management

Elder Services, S. Dennis, Info Session & Registration 9/14, 2-4 PM, Training runs 10/1- 10/6 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM.  View flyer.

Healthy Eating for Successful Living

Bourne COA, 9/14, 1-3:30 PM.  View flyer for details.

All Programs Overview

Barnstable Housing sites in Hyannis; 10/19, 10-11 AM, South St., 10/22, 10-11 AM, Stevens St.  For more information visit www.healthylivingcapecod.org, call 508/957-7620, or email healthylivingcapecod@gmail.com

Working on Wellness, Massachusetts, is a new comprehensive statewide worksite wellness initiative to support employers in implementing comprehensive, evidence-based worksite health initiatives. 

Working on Wellness provides: a training curriculum that will prepare organizations in developing a Worksite Wellness Action Plan to adopt sustainable policies and practices that promote and protect the health of employees; ongoing technical assistance and capacity building support; a cohort model that provides businesses with a virtual learning community; seed funding to support the launch and sustainability of the program and preparation for eligible businesses to qualify for the Massachusetts Small Business Wellness Tax Credit.

Working on Wellness is recruiting 75 businesses through September 20th to participate in the October 2015 Working on Wellness cohort.  For a brief application and to learn more go to http://www.maWOW.org or register for one of the informational webinars.

The Citizen's Legislative Seminar will be held on Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21 from 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM.  The seminar is open to the public on a first come, first served basis.  This is an excellent educational seminar for adults of all ages who are interested in learning more about state government and the legislative process.  Topics will include the history and process of the Legislature, the parliamentary role of the Clerk of the Senate and the future of the Legislature.  The CLS culminates with a simulated legislative hearing and Senate session where participants are invited to use what they have learned and participate as "Senators" in the Senate Chamber.

Please contact Elysse Magnotto-Cleary in Senator Dan Wolf's office at elysse.magnotto@masenate.gov or 617/722-1570 for more information or to register.

Tickets are available for the 7th Annual Fall Fling Dinner Celebration, September 27th at the Cape Codder Hyannis to benefit Parkinson Support Network of Cape Cod.

Tickets can be purchased by check (made payable to PSN/APDA) and mailed to Parkinson Support Network of Cape Cod, PO Box 195, Cotuit, MA  02635.  For information about sponsorships call 508/280-0533 or email information@apdama.org.  Read more...

Falmouth Human Services with the Cape Cod Hoarding Task Force is offering a free support group starting at the end of September for residents of the Upper Cape who have compulsive collecting, saving and hoarding tendencies.  Read more...

The 15-sessions support will meet at Falmouth Human Services, 65A Town Hall Square.  The time and day of the group will be determined by consensus of the participants.  Call 508/548-0533 to learn more or to pre-register.  View flyer.

Dance in the Rain Whole Person Approach works to promote healing for people ages 14 years and older who have mental health challenges living on the Cape & Islands.  This peer to peer service is free and no insurance or provider involvement is required. Read more...

Sample of programming ~

Drop in time: 11 AM - 4 PM, Monday through Thursday

Men's Group: Mondays 2:30 - 3:30 PM

Women's Group: Tuesdays 11 AM - 12:30 PM

Peer Support/Building Wholeness: Wednesdays 1-2:30 PM

For more information call 508/364-4045, email info@dancintherain-wpa.org or visit www.danceintherain-wpa.org

Housing Assistance Corporation is hosting their annual "Big Fix" in Bourne on October 3, 2015.  Volunteers are needed for this day to assist veterans, seniors, and disabled homeowners of Bourne with clean-up landscaping and small home repair projects.  Learn more and sign up to volunteer.  For more information email our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@HAConCapeCod.org or 508-771-5400 ext. 279.

Jesse Edsell-Vetter, hoarding intervention expert of the Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnership, will join the Cape Cod Hoarding Task Force on October 6, 2015, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Harborview Conference Room, Barnstable County Complex, 3195 Main St. (Rte. 6A) , Barnstable Village to present an advanced hoarding training for home health workers. 

This training will focus on:

• How to properly assess a hoarding situation
• How to properly communicate with an individual with hoarding disorder
• How to help an individual with hoarding disorder sort and discard their belongings.

This event will be tailored to professionals who deal directly with individuals in their homes and address most effective ways to support and assist an individual with hoarding disorder.

This training is free, and for a $10 fee a box lunch will be provided. Lunch must be pre-ordered.  Please contact Erika Woods at 508/375-6620 or Erika.woods@barnstablecounty.org with questions.  View flyer & registration form.

White Cane, Black Tie: 1st Annual Banquet to support Sight Loss Services, Inc. will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, 6:30 PM at DiParma Italian Table, 175 Route 28, West Yarmouth.  October is International 'White Cane Month' for the blind.  Tickets: $50 or $350 for a table of eight (8).  Call 508/394-3904 for reservations and information.  View flyer.

House 137 - An Act Establishing a Low Vision Registry and Improved Access to Information in the Commonwealth.  Until a person is declared legally blind, there are no services or help available to them.  This legislation would allow the MA Commission for the Blind to create a registry of significant vision impairment and give those people information about services available to them in their area. Read more...

Cape Cod Healthcare Quality of Life Management Summit will take place on October 14, 2015 at the Cape Codder Resort.

The goal of the Summit is to bring community service providers and members together to start conversations regarding advancing illness and supporting quality of life.  There are so many organizations across the C&I that support high risk populations including elders and chronically ill.  Cape Cod Healthcare hopes this Summit is just the start of bringing together all those who positively impact individuals, caregivers, and families facing advanced or chronic illness and connect the network of support services with providers to improve quality of life and improve transitions throughout an individuals illness.  View brochure  for registration form and additional information.

Registration available online or by mail to Cape Cod Healthcare, 88 Lewis Bay Rd, Hyannis, MA  02601.  For general information call 508/957-7473

Cape Cod Healthcare presents: SCOPE of Pain (Safe and Competent Opioid Prescribing Education) trainings on October 21, 2015, 5:30-9:00 PM at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis and October 22, 2015, 5:30-9:00 PM at Falmouth Hospital.  Tuition is free, register now at www.scopeofpain.com.

SCOPE of Pain trainings are designed to help safely and competently manage patients with chronic pain, when appropriate, with opioid analgesics.  This training is for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, dentists, optometrists, podiatrists and pharmacists.  View flyer for more information.

The National Graduate School Masters of Science in Quality Management Degree Program is designed for individuals who seek a team-driven, results-oriented management program and believe that a management focus in quality and organizational performance is a competitive career advantage. 

Students are typically experienced, working adults from both Corporate and Military environments. 

The program offers a practical approach to learning, a high impact accelerated degree, customized classes, flexible classes for adult professionals and personal attention in and out of class.  Degree Program Info.  Masters Program info. 

Program starts on the Falmouth campus in October for a MS Degree.  For more information contact the Enrollment Management department at 800/838-2580 ext. 125, info@ngs.edu or visit the website at www.ngs.edu. 

The Cape Cod Center for Women (CCCW) is the only emergency domestic violence shelter on Cape Cod and the Islands dedicated to serving all individuals and families fleeing domestic violence.

CCCW is launching Child Therapy for Domestic Violence Survivors.  This program will provide free and confidential therapy to children who have experienced domestic violence.  In addition, CCCW will offer free and confidential wrap around counseling to safe parents, siblings and family members.  View flyer.  If you know a child in need please call the CCCW hotline at 508/564-7233 (SAFE).  Services are no cost and no insurance necessary.

SAVE THE DATE

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hyannis Resort & Conference Center

West End Rotary, Hyannis

Early Bird registration: $60 per person, $40 for PPCI/EPCCC members

After October 9: $75 per person, $55 for PPCI/EPCCC members

Featured speaker: Nancy Frates, the mom who started the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.  For more information or to register visit www.capecodgiving.org

Need Transportation?: The Silver Express transportation program offers dependable service, courteous drivers and short wait times providing transportation to appointments, errands, and even a ride to the Barnstable Senior Center to attend activities.  All vans are handicap accessible and operate Monday - Friday on a first come/first serve basis.  Suggested voluntary contribution of $5 round trip.  Call 508/862-4752 for information. 

Adult Supportive Day Program: Designed to provide a comfortable atmosphere for elders to maintain independence, build new friendships and remain active while aging-in-place in the community.  Fees are income-based and transportation may be available.  Program hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM.  Call 508/862-4765 for more information.

Brown Bag for Seniors Program:  The Barnstable Senior Center has a program to help with your food budget.  If  you get or will be getting fuel assistance or live in subsidized housing, or receive food stamps you will be eligible for the Brown Bag for Seniors Program.  The program consists of a free bag of groceries once a month consisting of healthy foods ranging from soup to cereal, meat to vegetables and even an occasional treat!  If you have limited mobility some home deliveries may be available.  Complete the Brown Bag application and mail to Outreach Department, Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Rd., Hyannis, MA  02601. Call 508/862-4754 with questions.