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September 9, 2016
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Welcome to the Barnstable County Department of Human Services' E-Newsletter. This bi-weekly 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 www.bchumanservices.net. |
| DEPARTMENT CORNER | | |
Join the Voices for Recovery ... RECOVERY FEST 2016
Recovery Fest Cape Cod is a new event to celebrate the achievements of the Cape Cod recovery community. The free celebration aligns with National Recovery Month and will offer food, activities, and entertainment with special guests Senator Dan Wolf, CCAR's Phil Valentine, with music by 12 Step Boogie. The event is open to the public and is located at the Hyannis Town Green on Main Street. View flyer.
Recovery Fest Cape Cod will be held on:
Saturday, September 17, 2016, 11:00 - 2:00 PM
Hyannis Town Green, Main St, Hyannis MA
The 2016 Recovery Month theme "Join the Voices for Recovery: Our Families, Our Stories, Our Recovery!" highlights the importance of families, communities, and individuals sharing stories of recovery to encourage others to seek treatment, share their stories, and make a personal connection with the recovery movement.
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BARNSTABLE COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES SEEKS PREVENTION PROGRAM SPECIALIST
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Massachusetts Opioid Abuse Prevention Collaborative
Full-Time Program Specialist
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in public health, social work, human services, behavioral health, or related field. Minimum of three years' experience working on regional initiatives and/or prevention programs. Knowledge of behavioral health and substance use systems and resources in region. Must possess, or be willing to obtain, certification as a prevention specialist within two years of hire. View full job description.
Send resume to: Barnstable County Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 427, Barnstable, MA 02630 or email to humanresources@barnstablecounty.org. E/O/E
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| CAPE & ISLANDS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUMMIT | | |
Cape & Islands Behavioral Health Summit: Friday, October 7, 2016, 8:30 - 4:00 PM, Resort and Conference Center, Hyannis.
Registration is now open! On October 7, 2016, at the 4th Annual Behavioral Health Summit the Behavioral Health Provider Coalition will present "Milestones of Behavioral Health: A look at the science and lived experience of behavioral health across the lifespan". This program will target our community's most vulnerable populations - and promises to inform and inspire health care providers of Cape Cod to participate and support better ways of providing services and caring for our community.
The Summit is designed for those who provide care or support services across the entirety of the behavioral health spectrum including physicians, psychologists, social workers, counselors, nurses, administrators, peer advocates, first responders, public safety, teachers and other health professionals serving children/adults and their families in our community. Nursing, Physician, LICSW, LMHC, and EMS CEUs will be available.
To view more information or register for this event, click here.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
BARNSTABLE COUNTY HOME CONSORTIUM
CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER)
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The Barnstable County HOME Consortium has completed its 2015 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016) utilizing U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Federal Fiscal Year 2015 HOME Program funds. A Draft Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) outlining the year's accomplishments and challenges is available on the Department of Human Services website or at the Department of Human Services, 3195 Main St., Barnstable, MA 02630.
Public comment period will begin August 29, 2016 and end September 13, 2016. Written comments should be sent on or before September 13, 2016 at 4:30 PM to the Barnstable County HOME Consortium, P.O. Box 427, Barnstable, MA 02630 or by email to mspringer@barnstablecounty.org. The CAPER will be submitted to HUD by September 30, 2016. Read the full notice in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
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| MY CHOICE MATTERS - SUMMIT FOR PARENTS ON PREVENTING SUBSTANCE USE | | |
SAVE THE DATE
My Choice Matters Summit for Parents on Preventing Substance Use
Join the Barnstable County Regional Substance Abuse Council at Cape Cod's First Annual Summit for Parents on Preventing Substance Use on Sunday, November 20, 2016, 12:00 - 3:30 PM at the Cape Codder Resort and Spa in Hyannis. View flyer. Please share. More details to follow. |
| YMCA PARKINSON's PROGRAMMING | | |
Join the YMCA Cape Cod on Thursdays, starting September 8th, 12:30 - 1:30 PM for Parkinson's Yoga, free for members. Findings suggest that yoga practice improves motor function which may be partially explained by improvements in balance, strength, posture and gait. Due to the progressive nature of Parkinson's Disease, yoga may offer a way to maintain wellness and perhaps quality of life.
NEW Pedaling for Parkinson's class starts September 26.
Contact Patience Smith-Cabrera at pcabrera@ymcacapecod.org or 508/362-6500 ext. 136.
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| NEWS FROM THE YMCA CAPE COD | | |
The YMCA Cape Cod is hosting the following Y Teen Achievers Program Information Sessions:
Saturday, September 10, 10 AM - Noon at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center, 141 Bassett Lane, Hyannis
Sunday, September 11, 2 - 5 PM at the YMCA Cape Cod, 2245 Iyannough Rd., West Barnstable.
The YMCA Cape Cod is hosting a World Diabetes Day Conference on Monday, November 14, 2016. The YMCA is looking for speakers, vendors, and community organizations who would like to present or take part in the event. Presentations from physicians on topics including Diabetes: Fact or Fiction and Diabetes and Aging, along with the Barnstable County nurse for blood glucose and blood pressure screenings are lined up.
Please contact Patience Smith-Cabrera, YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program Coordinator at either 508/362-6500 ext. 136 or pcabrera@ymcacapecod.org. |
| NEWS FROM THE CAPE COD FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER | |
Consider participating in the Mullet Marathon's 5th Annual High Five 5K on Saturday, October 8th in Sandwich. All proceeds benefit Family Continuity, the Cape Cod Family Resource Center's parent agency. For more information visit www.highfive5K.com. |
| NEWS FROM THE BARNSTABLE SENIOR CENTER | | |
Next Steps to Better Nutrition, Sept 12 - October 3, 2-3:30 PM
This program was developed by the National Council on Aging and the American Heart Association to teach older adults how they can afford, purchase and cook more nutritious food. FREE but must RSVP to 508/862-4750
NEW: Barnstable Senior Center is working with local libraries in the town to bring some services closer to seniors. View flyer with libraries and hours.
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| THE CENTER FOR CORPORATE & PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AT CAPE COD COMMUNITY COLLEGE | | |
Managing a Multigenerational Workforce (WPG138-72)
Tuesdays, 9/13 & 9/20, 2016, 1-4 PM
Location: Plymouth Chamber of Commerce
Cost: $99
More Information & Register
Defining and Communicating Your Corporate Culture
Thurs. 9/29/16, 8:30 AM - 12 PM, Hyannis Center (WPG186-62)
Thurs. 9/29/16, 1:30 - 5 PM, Plymouth Chamber of Commerce (WPG186-72)
Cost: $49
More information & Register
Effective Communication and Conflict Management
Thurs. 10/20/16, 8:30 AM - 12 PM, Hyannis Center (WGB020-69)
Thurs. 10/20/16, 1:30 - 5 PM, Plymouth Chamber of Commerce (WGB020-72)
More Information & Register
Personal Care Attendant Fundamentals Program (WHN107-69)
Free 28-hour Program
Mondays/Wednesdays 10/26-11/28/16, 5 - 8:30 PM, 8 sessions
Hyannis Center, 540 Main St. Register now for required information Session on October 12.
For questions about these or other classes contact Mary Conklin, Program Coordinator at 508/375-5010 or mconklin@capecod.edu or visit www.capecod.edu/ccpe.
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NEWS FROM THE
SAMARITANS ON CAPE COD & THE ISLANDS
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9th Annual Upper Cape Bocce Festival to benefit Samaritans on Cape Cod & the Islands will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2016, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM on the grounds of Falmouth Academy. View flyer for registration information. Registration deadline is September 12, 2016. Register online at www.CapeSamaritans.org. For more information call the Samaritans at 508/548-7999 or email ccsamaritans@Verizon.net.
Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands announces that Karen Ellery-Jones has joined the organization as its new Assistant Director. Read more.....
Senior Outreach Volunteer Training is scheduled for October 4, 2016 from 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM at Elder Services of Cape and Islands, 68 Route 134, South Dennis. Samaritans Senior Outreach program is designed to bring seniors and volunteers together via weekly phone calls. Volunteers can make calls from their own homes. Read more....
Samaritans on Cape Cod & the Islands is a non-denominational, non-profit volunteer organization whose mission is to provide emotional support to those who are lonely, depressed, isolated or even suicidal. Visit the Samaritans website for more information.
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| CHAMP HOMES LOOKING FOR CYCLISTS & SPONSORS FOR THE LAST GASP EVENT | | |
Champ Homes is looking for cyclists to ride for CHAMP Homes in the Last Gasp Bike and Bake event on September 18, 2016, organized by Cape Cod Charitable Funraisers. Read more details and registration information.
For more information about the Last Gasp visit capecodcharitablefunraisers.com/donate or www.champhomes.org.
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| SPAULDING REHABILITATION HOSPITAL PRESENTS: STORY OF SURVIVAL, FAITH AND LOVE AFTER LIFE-ALTERING BRAIN INJURY | | |
In the case of traumatic brain injury (TBI), the impact may be as great for the family or caregiver as it is for the individual with TBI. As part of the special Healthy Living Series, a couple shares their story of enduring love after life-altering brain injury. Event is brought to you by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital of Cape Cod's Patient and Family Advisory Council in commemoration of National Rehabilitation Awareness Week. Event will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 5:00 PM at Covenant Community Church, 360 Quaker Meeting House Road in East Sandwich.
Pre-registration is recommended by calling Event Line at 508/833-4210. Read more.
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HOPE DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S TRAINING: ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, WHAT YOU
NEED TO KNOW
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Alzheimer's Disease, What You Need to Know is a FREE educational program for town and community employees presented by Hope Dementia & Alzheimer's Services. Event will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2016, 12:30 - 4:30 PM at Heatherwood at King's Way, Route 6A, Yarmouth Port.
Help yourself, your community and Cape Cod to become more dementia friendly. This training is designed to provide a basic understanding of how to work with individuals and families who have Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Read more and print registration form. |
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NEWS FROM THE FAMILY PANTRY
OF CAPE COD
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September is "Hunger Action Month" and in support, the Family Pantry of Cape Cod is launching their new Mobile Pantry.
The Family Pantry has partnered with the Chatham Council on Aging as the first distribution site for the new Mobile Pantry. Food distribution will begin on September 21st and occur on the third Wednesday of every month from 12 Noon - 2:30 PM at the COA building at 193 Stony Hill Rd. in Chatham. Chatham COA residents will need to pre-register for the service by calling the Chatham COA outreach team at 508/945-5190.
View the September 2016 Newsletter for additional information about this an other programs of the Family Pantry of Cape Cod.
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| BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CAPE COD SITE BASED MENTORING INFO SESSION | | |
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod and the Islands is hosting an Information Session for their Site Based Mentoring Opportunities on Thursday, September 22 at 5:30 PM at their offices at 684 Main St., Hyannis.
It only takes an hour a week at lunch to be a mentor to a local elementary school student! For more information and to register click here or contact Samantha Kossow at skossow@bbbsci.org or call 508/771-5150 x 104.
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YARMOUTH COMMUNITY PRESERVATION
PUBLIC HEARING
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The Yarmouth Community Preservation Committee will hold its Annual Community Preservation public meeting on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at 6:00 PM at the first Congregational Church, 329 Route 6A, Yarmouth Port. Come hear about the exciting projects underway and hear from several guest speakers about past project success.
Community Preservation funds are available to improve Yarmouth in the four areas of community housing, historic preservation, open space protection, and recreational opportunities.
For more information contact the Department of Community Development at 508/398-2231 ext. 1277 or visit the Town of Yarmouth website. |
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PARKINSON SUPPORT NETWORK OF
CAPE COD FALL FLING 2016
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The Parkinson Support Network of Cape Cod, a branch of the American Parkinson Disease Association, is holding its Annual Fall Fling social on September 25, 2016 from 4-8 PM at the Cape Codder Resort and Spa. The event will feature dinner, dancing, music by the Moonlighters, and a special silent auction. RSVP is required. Tickets are $30 per person. Register online. Read press release and view invitation.
For more information contact the APDA MA Information & Referral Center at 800/651-8466 or email information@apdama.org. Read more... |
| RAISING A READER COURSE AT BRIDGEWATER STATE UNIVERSITY CAPE COD | | |
NEW Noncredit Course at BSU Cape Cod, Raising a Reader, will be held on Mondays September 26, October 3, 17 & 24, November 7 & 14, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Fee is $149.
If you are a parent who wants to infuse a love of reading and books into your children's lives, then this is the class for you. Raising a Reader is open to the community. Participants do not need to be registered college students or college graduates. |
| FREE WEBINAR: TEEN DEPRESSION FROM WHERE I SIT: PERSONAL & CLINICAL INSIGHTS | | | Families for Depression Awareness is presenting a Free 1-hour Webinar on Thursday, September 29, 2016, 7:00 PM (EST) for teens, parents, school counselors and staff, youth workers, and anyone interested in teen mental health. This live webcast will feature a discussion with an expert in teen depression, a 15 year old who has struggled with depression, and a parent with experience supporting a struggling teen. Read more...... Register at www.familyaware.org/trainings. |
| PEER SUPPORT GROUP FOR COMPULSIVE ACQUIRING, SAVING AND HOARDING | | | Have your belongings taken over your house, life and social calendar? A new Peer Support Group for compulsive acquiring, saving and hoarding will begin at the end of September, Date/Time TBA. This FREE group will meet for 15 sessions at the Falmouth Human Services Office, 65A Town Hall Square, Falmouth. View flyer. For information or to register call 508/548-0533 - must pre-register. |
| HOPE HOSPICE OFFERS NEW SUPPORT GROUPS FOR THOSE EXPERIENCING GRIEF OR LOSS | | |
Hope Hospice, part of the HopeHealth family of services, announced new community bereavement support groups to be held in Bourne, Easton, Hyannis, Middleboro, Orleans and Westport beginning in September. All support groups provide a safe, confidential and supportive setting for anyone experiencing loss or grief. Programs are led by licensed professionals from Hope Hospice with specialized training and extensive experience.
Advance registration is required for all support groups. Please call 774/487-3624 to register or for more information. All groups are free and open to the public. New members can join within the first two weeks of the group's official start. More information can be found at www.HopeHealthCo.org. View list of locations, dates and times. |
| SEEING YOUR PATIENTS.... MORE CLEARLY | | | Thirwood Place, 297 North Main St., South Yarmouth will host a seminar, Seeing Your Patients.... More Clearly, on Monday, October 3, 2016, 4 - 6:30 PM. Seminar will be facilitated by Cynthia Stead, Executive Director & Lynette Fiske, Associate Director, of Sight Loss Services, Inc., a 35 year old Cape-wide non-profit organization dedicated to self-help and advocacy for the newly blind, the visually handicapped, and people with progressive eye disease. CEs will be offered for nurses and social workers. View flyer for more information. |
| DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MONTH EVENT | |
The Violence Recovery Program of Fenway Health and Odonata Psychotherapy and Retreat Center invite you to a joint open house in support of Domestic Violence Month, the 30th Anniversary of the Violence Recovery Program and the opening of the Harwich office for Odonata on Thursday, October 6, 2016, 3-7:00 PM, 328 Bank Street, Harwich. View the invitation flyer for more information. |
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NEWS FROM SHINE
SERVING THE HEALTH INSURANCE NEEDS OF EVERYONE
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Open Enrollment is just around the corner so don't delay!
Medicare's Part C (Medicare Advantage Plan) and Part D (Prescription Plan) Annual Open Enrollment is October 15 - December 7th and will be here before you know it. It is very important to review your Medicare options during this period and you will have a chance to CHANGE your plan during these dates. Changes will take effect January 1, 2017. Counselors will be available to understand your plan's changes and discuss other options you may have. Read more.....
DO NOT WAIT UNTIL IT'S TOO LATE - Appointments fill up fast! Call your local Senior Center or the regional SHINE office at 508/375- 6762 to make an appointment with a SHINE Counselor. Printable flyer for distribution.
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| ALZHEIMER'S FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER CAPE COD WALKS THE WALK | |
The Alzheimer's Family Support Center Cape Cod Walks the Walk will take place in Provincetown on Sunday, October 16 beginning at noon in front of the Town Hall. All proceeds from the walk benefit client services right here on Cape Cod. For more information visit the Alzheimer's Family Support Center website or call 508/896-5170. |
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
IN NANTUCKET
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Academy Hill Apartments, 4 Westminster St., Nantucket, will be accepting applications for 1 and 2 bedroom apartments.
Applications can be obtained in person, by fax, by email or via mail and will be placed on the waitlist by date and time submitted. Please contact: Academy Hill, 4 Westminster St., Nantucket, MA 02554 or waleman@hallkeen.com or 508/228-3170. View flyer.
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| NEWS FROM THE UNITED WAY CAPE & ISLANDS | | |
New Face at the C&I United Way: Beth Bowman is the first Community Impact Officer. In this role, Ms. Bowman is responsible for working with grantees and partners to make a lasting change through sustainable projects. Ms. Bowman is a licensed independent clinical social worker with nearly 20 years of experience in the settings of substance abuse, mental health and child welfare.
Back to School: A New Year Local Cape & Islands children are headed back to school, but not all of them have the supplies or support they need. Here are some local "Back to School" Drives and volunteer opportunities supporting education in our community: - Katelynn's Closet in Yarmouth is looking for clothing donations for school-aged kids (4 - 18 years old) Click for more information.
- Homeless Prevention Council in Orleans is looking for school supplies and backpacks. Click for more information.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod & Islands is looking for adult mentors for local kids during school lunch or after school. Click for more information.
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| NEWS FROM HOPE HEALTH | | |
On Thursday, August 25th, Cape Angels co-chairs Therese Geary and Jennifer Mason presented a check for nearly $70,000 to Hope Health in support of Hope Care for Kids, HopeHealth's Pediatric Palliative Care Program. The fundraising event was held on July 9th at Allen Harbors Yacht Club in Harwich.
HopeHealth's PediPal program provides pain and symptom management, assessment and case management, spiritual care, social services and counseling for children and family members. The program is partially funded through the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Pediatric Palliative Care Network. Read more..... |
| NEWS FROM MassTAPP - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP FOR PREVENTION | | |
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