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ISSUE: 149
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September 25, 2015
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Welcome to the information E-Newsletter from the 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 |
| DEPARTMENT CORNER | | |
Please join us in welcoming Michelle Springer to the Department of Human Services.
Michelle joined the Department in July as a Program Specialist for the HOME Program. Prior to this Michelle worked at the Cape Cod Commission in the HOME Program. We are thrilled to have Michelle join the Department.
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| PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY | |
On Saturday, September 26th from 10 A.M. - 2 P.M., thousands of pounds of prescription drugs will be disposed of safely across Cape Cod during the 10th Annual National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day thanks to the dedication and hard work of our town's Police Departments.
We know unused prescription medications in homes create a public health and safety concern because they can be accidentally ingested, stolen, misused, and abused. And with recent water quality studies on Cape Cod finding medications at detectable levels, the Rx Take-Back Day helps divert unwanted medications from being flushed down the toilet where they contaminate our ground and drinking water. September 26th provides a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing prescription drugs, while educating the public about the potential for abuse of medications and the importance of protecting the Cape's natural environment. So drop off your unwanted or unused medications at any Cape Cod Police Department on Saturday, September 26th. No paperwork to fill out, no questions asked. Please view & post flyer.
This event is proudly sponsored by your local Police Department, Gosnold on Cape Cod, Cape Cod Healthcare, and the Barnstable County Regional Substance Abuse Council.
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| 3rd ANNUAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUMMIT | | | Registration is open for the 3rd Annual Behavioral Health Summit being held on October 2, 2015 at the Hyannis Resort and Conference Center. This year's Summit will showcase "Models of Promise" - connecting behavioral and physical health services across a continuum from collaboration to full scale integration of services. Seats are limited so early registration is encouraged. More information and registration. |
| NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS PEER-TO-PEER CLASSES | | |
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a FREE 11-week recovery-focused educational program for adults who wish to establish and maintain wellness in response to mental health challenges. Peer-to-Peer gives participants a varied selection of tools and strategies designed to improve decision making skills, identify and overcome triggers and recognize the impact of emotions on actions.
Classes start Friday, October 2nd, 2 - 4:30 PM at Waves of Wellness RCC, 45 Plant Road, Hyannis.
For more information and to register contact Sandy Whitney at 774/212-4519 or Sandra.whitney-sarles@bmc.org
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WORKING ON WELLNESS - A PREVENTION & WELLNESS TRUST FUND INITIATIVE
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Employers Take Note! Massachusetts Working on Wellness (WoW) Funding Opportunity.
There is a new opportunity for Massachusetts businesses to engage in worksite wellness funded by Chapter 224, Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund dollars.
Massachusetts Working on Wellness (WoW) supports employers in implementing comprehensive, evidence-based worksite health initiatives. The program provides employers with expert training, technical assistance, an on-line learning community, and seed funding to help offset the cost of starting a wellness program. This is an excellent opportunity for employers to invest in the health of their employees and community. Keep in mind, "employer" in this context is not limited to a for-profit business; non-profits are eligible to participate too.
At this time, DPH is actively promoting the program and recruiting businesses for the October 2015 cohort.
1. The application deadline is October 9, 2015.
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| COMMUNITIY YARD SALE AT MEETINGHOUSE FARM | | | Meetinghouse Farm will hold a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, October 3, 2015, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 2015 Meetinghouse Way, West Barnstable. Vendor tables, fresh vegetables and more. |
| MINDFULNESS & STRESS REDUCTION CLINIC | | |
Mindfulness tells us that thoughts are like clouds passing through the sky, and with practice we can learn to let our thoughts roll through our consciousness that same way. What would be possible if we really got that we can choose which thoughts to work with and which to let go? Mindfulness can help us do just that, and it can be learned.
An eight week comprehensive mindfulness-based Stress Reduction class: Reduce your Stress, Retrain your Brain, will be held at Sasha's Yoga, 23 Rte. 134, South Dennis this fall on Mondays, October 5 through November 23, 2015, 6 - 8:30 PM and Saturday, November 14. It is a carefully structured, comprehensive 30 hour class offered over an eight week period. You will learn real-world skills to work with stress and anxiety, optimizing your physical, emotional and mental health.
Pre-registration is required. Call 5089/420-3300 or email info@capestressreduction.com to register or for more information.
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| ENOUGH ABUSE WORKSHOP | | |
Because child sexual abuse is a public health problem, First Parish Brewster Unitarian Universalist, Rt. 6A is hosting an "Enough Abuse" event on October 6, 6:30-8:30 PM in the Parish room. The event is for service providers, educators, religious professionals, parents, community members and all those concerned about the safety of our children/youth.
Topics will include: conditions that support child sexual abuse, how to prevent child sexual abuse, current efforts of the Enough Abuse Campaign and how you can get involved, opportunity to review/update your organizations safety policies and practices. View flyer.
Registration is appreciated. RSVP to chrism@indhouse.net or deersullivan@firstparishbrewster.org. Event is sponsored by Independence House, Cape Cod Neighborhood Support Coalition, Cape Cod Children's Place and Mass Mentors.
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| END OF LIFE NURSING EDUCATION CONSORTIUM | | |
This professional education program, ELNEC: End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium, is designed for clinical professionals. Participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the principles involved in achieving quality end-of-life outcomes for patients and their families experiencing the impact of serious illness. It is meant to provide a core education for providing palliative care in various patient settings. Read more...
Event will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM at Autumn Glen at Dartmouth, 239 Cross Rd, North Dartmouth. $85.00 cost includes materials fee and CEs. For more information or to register call 508/957-0200 or email Emccabe@HopeHealthCo.org. Register online at www.HopeHealthCo.org/ELNEC. Registration deadline: October 2nd.
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| INDEPENDENCE HOUSE 15TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY BREAKFAST | | |
The Independence House 15th Annual Community Breakfast takes place during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The focus this year will be "Addressing the Intersection of Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence". The event will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2015, 8 - 10:00 AM at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Hyannis. Keynote speaker will be Cheryl Bartlett, Executive Director of the Cape Cod Regional Substance Abuse Prevention Initiative of Cape Cod Healthcare. Read more.....
The event is complimentary for the community but RSVP is required. RSVP by email or phone to donnag@indhouse.net or 508/771-6507 ext 221. Deadline to RSVP is October 2nd.
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| FIRST TIME HOME BUYER WORKSHOP SERIES | | |
The Community Development Partnership (CDP) is holding a First Time Home Buyer Workshop series over 3 evenings, starting Wednesday October 14th from 6-9 PM at the CDP office at 3 Main Street, Mercantile Plaza, Unit 7 I Eastham. Read more.....
Pre-registration is required. The Fee for the workshop is $50 for an individual or $70 per household. For more information or to register visit www.capecdp.org or call Andrea at 508/240-7873 x10. Future workshops will be offered in December and April.
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| NEWS FROM THE CAPE & ISLANDS WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD | | |
6th Annual Massachusetts Jobs and Workforce Summit, October 14, 2015, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM at t he Devens Common Conference Center, Devens, MA. Early registration (through 10/9) - $100, after 10/9 - $125.
Join 300 business leaders, policy makers, educations, workforce development specialists and community and labor leaders to hear the latest on workforce development policy and best practices. This year's theme, the Future of Work, will explore how technology and the digital age are impacting regional economies, the workplace, and hiring practices. More information and registration.
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| MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT | | |
Don't wait until it's too late! Medicare's Open Enrollment Period is October 15 - December 7, 2015. Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare Prescription (Part D) plans change every year. This is the time to review your options for 2016.
SHINE Can Help! SHINE Counselors provide free Medicare counseling. Call your Senior Center or the Cape & Islands Regional SHINE office at 508/375-6762 for an appointment now. View, post & share flyer.
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| SCOPE OF PAIN TRAININGS | | |
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.
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| NEWS FROM THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF CAPE COD | | |
Saturday, October 10: B&L Floor Covering on Route 28 in Mashpee, in celebration of 5 years in business, will be donating 100% of the proceeds from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM to the Boys & Girls Club of Cape Cod. There will be food, drinks, raffles, fun & games and a live remote radio feed from iHeart Radio.
Sunday, October 18: PINS FOR KIDS - A Charity Bowling Event at Ryan Family Amusements. Family bowling from 1-3 for groups of 6 or sign up as a single and the Club will put you with a group. More information and buy tickets.
Saturday, October 31: Screech at the Beach 5K & Kids Fun Run on Halloween morning starting at the Raw Bar at the Popponesset Marketplace, New Seabury, in Mashpee. T-shirts for the first 100 registered, prizes for all race categories and best costumes, followed by free food & drink. Registration is $25 online and $30 the day of the race, Kids Fun Run $5. More info and to register.
Save the Date - Thursday, November 19: Beer, Wine & Food Tasting in Mashpee Commons from 5:30 - 8:00 PM. $30 online or $35 at the door - includes wine & beer tastings, food and a silent auction.
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| WE CAN FALL PROGRAMS | | |
WE CAN is a nonprofit committed to empowering Cape Cod women through mentoring, information, education, networking and support. The following FREE WE CAN programs are now registering:
Divorce Support Group - Harwich, 10/6 - 11/10
Bankruptcy Overview Workshop - Harwich, 10/5
Family Law Legal Consults, Falmouth, 10/20 (1:1 appointments with an attorney)
Family Law Overview Workshop - Centerville, 10/22.
For more information or to register call WE CAN at 508/430-8111
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| LGBT HISTORY MONTH RECEPTION AND FILM SCREENING | | |
The GALE Fund of the Cape Cod Foundation will commemorate LGBT History Month by hosting a reception and special screening of the newly released film, It is the worst of times. It is the best of times, Provincetown in the Age of AIDS.
A light snack and refreshment reception will begin at 5:30 PM on October 23rd at the Brewster Ladies Library Auditorium followed by the screening at 6:15 PM. A good-will donation of $10 is requested at the door.
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FRIENDS OF THE BARNSTABLE COUNCIL ON AGING PRESENT: MASQUERADE BALL
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Masquerade Ball ~ "Unmasking and Supporting the Needs of Seniors in our Villages". Please join the Friends of the Barnstable Council on Aging for a magical evening with great entertainment, silent and live auctions and a 50/50 raffle!
Saturday, October 24, 2015, 6-10:00 PM (doors open at 5:30), Hyannis Golf Club, 1840 Iyannough Rd, #2 (Rt 132), Hyannis. Price is $40 per person. View flyer. For more information or to purchase tickets contact the Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Rd., Hyannis, 508/862-4750.
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| NEWS FROM GOSNOLD ON CAPE COD | |
Guiding Good Choices: Gosnold has recently trained staff members in Guiding Good Choices, an evidence-based parenting education for parents of middle-school-aged children with an emphasis on drug education and prevention and how parents can best guide their young ones toward healthy decision-making. The program will be offered at the start of the 2015 school year. For more information, please contact Mary Fisher at 844-558-HELP (4357) or mfisher@gosnold.org
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HOPE HOUSECALLS EXPANDS
COUNSELING SERVICES
| | | HopeHealth Specialized HouseCalls will now be expanded to offer counseling to all caregivers. The service was originally introduced to caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, offering assistance and support for their unique challenges. The newly expanded service is being made available to all caregivers of people with chronic disease or serious illness throughout eastern Massachusetts to address the challenges caregivers experience on a daily basis, easing the strain of caring for a loved one. Read more..... |
| BEACON HOSPICE LOSS AND CAREGIVER PROGRAMS - FALL 2015 | |
- Healing from Loss: What am I needing - Dennis
- Coping with Loss during the Holidays - Hyannis
- Family Caregiver Alzheimer's Group - Dennis
- Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Eastham
- Being Mortal viewing & Provincetown Death Café
- Being Mortal viewing & Barnstable Death Café
View program dates & details. Programs are FREE of charge & open to ALL members of the community. Pre-registration is recommended. For more information call 508/778-1622 x115 or email brooks.reinhold@amedisys.com
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CAPE COD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DIRECTOR, HYANNIS CENTER & ACCCESS PROGRAM VACANCY
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Cape Cod Community College seeks a Director, Hyannis Center & ACCCESS Program. This is a grant and college funded, full-time, non-unit position that reports to the Dean of Arts and Humanities.
The Director manages all academic activities of the Hyannis Center and the ACCCESS Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program. The Hyannis Center provides a convenient location for ABE, job readiness training, workforce education, credit and non-credit college classes and community events. Read more... Application deadline is October 12, 2015.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
AIDS SUPPORT GROUP OF CAPE COD
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Medical Case Manager: reports to Client Services Director of the Mid-Upper Cape office or Case Management Director in Hyannis. Full-time, salaried position, non-traditional working hours including some evenings and weekends as needed. View full description.
Phlebotomist: reports to Prevention & Screening Services Director. Full-time (37.5 hrs/week) at ASGCC offices in Hyannis and Falmouth. View full description.
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ACCESS TO HEALTH INSURANCE
STILL AVAILABLE
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ACCESS TO HEALTH INSURANCE IS STILL AVAILABLE: You can apply and enroll in MassHealth at any time during the year. If you are newly eligible for ConnectorCare Plans (subsidized public health insurance*), you can apply and enroll at any time during the year. You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period if you have Qualifying Life Events, such as a marriage, having a baby, losing a job, new Massachusetts resident, etc.
Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands has certified MA Health Connector Navigators trained to help you! To schedule an appointment or for more information: call 508-771-1727 or walk-in at 372 North St., Hyannis, MA. (We offer services in Falmouth and on Nantucket, by appointment only.)
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NEWS FROM THE
BARNSTABLE SENIOR CENTER
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Telephone Reassurance Program: Every weekday morning one of the Center volunteers calls seniors that live alone to make sure they are up and alright. If the volunteer does not get in touch with the senior after a few repeat calls they notify the Outreach Department who follows up with a home visit-safety check. If you live alone or know a senior who does contact the Support Services department to get enrolled: Claudia @ 508/862-4754 or Judy @ 508/862-4752.
Ask the Nurse Wednesdays: 9:30-11:00 AM: Town of Barnstable Nurse, Peg Stanton, will be available in he Health Room at the Center to answer your health questions and concerns and provide information and resources.
Blood Pressure Screening Tuesdays: 9 AM - Noon: Drop by and sign in for a free blood pressure check with volunteer nurses.
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! 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.
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WEEKLY FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS
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The Gosnold Reaching Out Program is a resource for family members and loved ones affected by addiction. It assists the family at all stages of addiction through education, intervention, and support.
Weekly Family Support Groups
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Tuesday 6:00-7:30 PM
Gosnold Counseling Center
1185 Falmouth Road
Centerville, MA 02632
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Wednesday 6:00-7:30 PM
Gus Canty Community Center
790 Main Street
Falmouth, MA 02540
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Sunday 11:00-12:30 PM
Scituate Senior Center
27 Brook Street
Scituate, MA 02066
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Monday, 6-7:30 PM
Harwich Police Dept.
183 Sisson Road
Harwich, MA 02645
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Grief & Addiction Support Group
Wednesdays, 6-7:30 PM
Gosnold Counseling Center
1185 Falmouth Road, Centerville
Weekly Family Education Group
Sunday, 4-5:30 PM
Falmouth Hospital - Faxon Center
100 Ter Heun Drive, Falmouth, MA 02540
For additional informtion call 844/558-4357 or 774/313-0662 or email Mary Fisher at mfisher@gosnold.org
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| CAPE COD HOARDING TASK FORCE | | |
Meetings of the Cape Cod Hoarding Task Force are held the second Thursday of every other month. Upcoming dates are: October 8 & December 10 at the Dennis Police Department, 90 Bob Crowell Rd., South Dennis. These meetings are geared towards professionals who work with individuals with hoarding disorder in any capacity. For more information email ino@hoardingcapecod.org or visit the Cape Cod Hoarding Task Force website.
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SAMARITAN SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUPS
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Over 800,000 people worldwide end their lives annually leaving family and close friends who deeply feel the devastation of each loss. Samaritans on Cape Cod & the Islands has survivor support groups in Falmouth and Hyannis to 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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HEALTHYCONNECTEDCAPECOD.ORG
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Creating a Healthy Connected Community: HealthyConnectedCapeCod.org
HealthyConnectedCapeCod.org is an easy-to-use online clearinghouse for health and human services resources on Cape Cod. We have created a single point of entry to connect to an array of online tools .....without having to keep track of every website address! By visiting one easy-to-remember website address, HealthyConnectedCapeCod.org, users can link to:
- BCHumanServices.net - Our flagship website highlights community announcements, updates from our regional partners, and Department reports and publications
- Behavioral Health Portal - Features mental health and substance abuse information, state and federal legislation, self-help guides, and a robust directory of services
- Health and Wellness Portal - Provides an overview of health data about our region, including County health rankings, and model practices
- Human Services e-Newsletter - Spotlights regional events and pertinent news for our community
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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 ... |
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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. |
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MASS 2-1-1 RESOURCE LOCATOR
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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.
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E-NEWSLETTER ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS | | To submit materials, please include the following information and forward to kcallahan@barnstablecounty.org :
- Descriptive Title
- Brief Description of the Content (the who, what, why, when, where)
- Attachments must be submitted in PDF and text format (either DOC or RTF files are acceptable)
- Weblink or Hyperlink if available
- Contact information of the person submitting the information and if appropriate, the contact person for the event (include name, address, phone, TTY, email)
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Posting of articles submitted for publication in the Barnstable County Human Services Newsletter is at the discretion of the Department. All articles must be submitted in text format to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request this newsletter in alternate formats, please call Kathie at 508-375-6628 or TDD at 508-362-5885.
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