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              November 3, 2014
Glades Community Updates
Stay Connected!  See What's Going on in the Glades this Week

Tuesday,      November 4, 2014    7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. General Election, Your Polling Place
Wednesday, November 5,  2014   2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Glades Food Security Meeting, The Glades Initiative, Inc.. BG
Wednesday, November 5-7, 2014 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Soccer Sign-up, Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce
Friday,  November, 7, 2014   3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Volunteer Training Diabetes Risk Screenings, St. Mary's Church,Pahokee
Saturday,     November, 8, 2014   11:00 a.m.                Junie B. Jones,  Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, Belle Glade
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Election Day - Get Out and Vote

 

Voting Precinct Finder:  https://www.pbcelections.org/precinctfinder.aspx  This will also link to sample ballot

 

Candidate Information:  http://www.pbcelections.org/items.aspx?id=7&s=7

 

Food

 

 

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Meeting: Strategic Planning for Food Security in the Glades

 

All community partners and residents are invited to this important meeting to receive an update on Glades Initiative's food security programs and progress toward our strategic plan for food security in the Glades.  In addition, we will facilitate a discussion regarding what's working and areas for improvement in our current emergency food system.  The results of this discussion will help us identify community needs, adjust current food programs as needed, and develop future strategies to address needs.

 

WHEN:  Wednesday, November 5, 2014   2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

 

WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc. 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade

 

Please RSVP by Nov. 4 to Carol Rodriguez email:  [email protected] or Phone: (561) 996-3310  Not too late.  Last chance to sign up.

 

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The Glades Initiative Updating Resource Guide  

 

The Glades Initiative is in the process of updating The 2012 Resource Guide.  If your organization would like to be included or needs to update previous information, please visit the link below and submit updated information to [email protected].  Deadline for submissions is PAST DUE... October 31, 2014.  

  

To see what was printed in our last 2012 version, click on the picture to the right. 

 

View link here to submit updated information: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.20.12/2012GladesAreaRG.pdf 

 

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Soccer Sign Up

 

WHEN:  November 5 - 7, 2014  5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

 

WHERE:  Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce, Belle Glade

Diabetes

 

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Volunteer Training Diabetes Risk Assessments ~ Diabetes Coalition

 

Help the coalition in their quest to identify individuals at are risk for diabetes - so they can get the help and access to resources they need!  

 

In preparation for Diabetes Week - November 8 through November 16, the Diabetes Coalition is in need of Glades residents willing to serve as volunteers to help individuals complete risk assessments - which is a paper questionnaire, offered in English, Spanish, and Creole. Each person screened will receive a resource bag. 


 Training is available for volunteers in how to complete the assessment.   

 

WHEN:  Friday, November 7, 2014  3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.  

 

WHERE:  St. Mary's Catholic Church,1200 E. Main Street, Pahokee

 

To register for the Volunteer training, please contact Carol Rodriguez, at (561) 996-3310 or  [email protected]

JunieB 

 

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Junie B. Jones at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center

 

After the Show there will be free games, crafts and refreshments courtesy of the Glades Area Branches of the Palm Beach County Library System and the Bank of Belle Glade.  

 

WHEN:  Saturday, November 8, 2014   11:00 a.m.

 

WHERE:  The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, Palm Beach State College, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade

 

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Veteran's Day Dinner

 

Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner (includes: Salad, Garlic Bread & Tea).  Veterans Eat for Free.  $7 for all other Guests 

(Dine-in or Take-Out).  

 

WHEN:  Tuesday, November 11, 2014  6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

 

WHERE:  300 S.E. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd., Belle Glade

 

Sponsored by Belle Glade and Pahokee Elks Lodge #1716  (561) 996-1716

 

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Edvin Marton: Prince of the Violin to perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center

 

Edvin Marton to perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center! Emmy award-winning composer and performer, Edvin Marton, one of Europe's most electrifying and original violinists, has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. He will present his show, Edvin Marton: Prince of the Violin, blending a classic and rock sound, his unique arrangements of the greatest classical, rock and his own original hits have made him a Gold and Platinum artist in Europe, Russia and China. Edvin is a winner of the 2008 Eurovision Song Contest seen by more than 200 million people.


Other awards include a 2008 MTV Europe Award, and an American Television EMMY Award for Best Original Composition (ABC Television Network).

 

WHEN: Thursday, November 13, 2014 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/EdvinMartonPrinceofVolin.pdf

 

For more information call the box office:  561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org

 

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Elks National Hoop Shoot

 

Free Throw Contest Sponsored by Elks Club.  Contestants must provide birth certificate, passport, or other official documents.  

 

WHEN:  Saturday, November 15, 2014   9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

 

 

WHERE:  1st Baptist Church Recreation Center Gymnasium, 17 N.W. B & Main Street, Belle Glade

 

For more information, call (561) 261-7186

 

 

 

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Belle Glade Rotary Club Turkey Shoot 

 

Tickets $3.00*  Kids Shoots, Ladies Shoots, Regular Shoots, Big Money Shoot $$, Split Pot,  (Yellow) Gun Drawing *MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN Wednesday, Remington Model 597  22 LR with 10Rd Mag.  Thursday, Mossberg Model 835 12 Gauge Shotgun. (Green) Additional Raffle *PRESENCE NOT NECESSARY TO WIN  Remington Model 700 Bolt Action Rifle 270 wsm.  Drawing to be held November 20.  Tickets $5.00 each.  Pahokee Rotary Club will be selling food and refreshments.  All shells are provided.  410, 20, and 12 gauge guns are available for your use.  

 

WHEN:  Wednesday, November 19, 2014 & Thursday, November 20, 2014  6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.  

 

WHERE:  628 N.W. Avenue L, Belle Glade

 

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New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church  14th Pre Thanksgiving Love Agape Feast

 

Dinner,  Hair cuts, Clothes all free, Come out for your blessing. 

 

WHEN :  Saturday, November 22, 2014  12 noon til 3 pm

 

WHERE: New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church, 1650 South Main St., Belle Glade

Also join us for our morning Thanksgiving Worship Service same location. 

 

WHEN: Thursday, November 27, 2014, Thanksgiving Day  8:30 a.m. 

 

WHERE:  New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church, 1650 South Main St., Belle Glade

 

For more information call 561-261-2300 


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Two CL Brumback Center's in Belle Glade?  Don't be Confused...

The C.L. Brumback Health Center Located on the corner of 38754 State Road 80 in Belle Glade houses the Palm Beach County Department of Health

 

CL Brumback Health Center PBC Department of Health

7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M,W, Th, & F.

7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tu.

 

Address:  38754 State Road 80, BG

                View Map Here


Phone:  1-855-438-2778 or (561) 625-5180

 

The C. L. Brumback Health Center on State Road 80 in Belle Glade continues, 

as it has for almost 70 years, to serve the health needs of the people living in and around the south Lake Okeechobee communities. 

 

Many of you are aware that the Health Center's namesake Dr. Carl Brumback was a true leader in bringing health services to the people in Belle Glade going back to the 1950's.  Today, we continue the work begun by Dr. Brumback.  

The health center provides appointments and walk-in services for maternity care, Family Planning, Prenatal Health Insurance Assistance, immunizations, communicable disease screening and treatment, WIC Services, and referral services to local hospitals and primary care providers. 


I invite the members of our community to stop by and let us help with your health needs. If you need public transportation Palm Tran will bring you to our door. Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County and its Health Centers will continue to serve the health needs of our county residents for many years to come. 

 

Alina Alonso, MD, Director, Florida Department of Health, Palm Beach County

 

SAME HEALTHY PLACE FOR ALMOST 70 YEARS Always ready to serve your health needs
C.L. BRUMBACK HEALTH CENTER

Services offered:

Family Planning/Sexual Health

Post Partum Check-ups

Pregnancy Testing

Variety of Birth Control Methods

Mammogram Referral

HIV/STD Prevention

Teen Clinic

 

Gynecology

GYN Evaluation (for fibroids, ovarian cysts, etc.)

Pap Tests, Mommogram Referral

Colposcopy, Infertility Evaluation

HIV/STD Screening

Post Menopausal Evaluation & Treatment

Laboratory Testing, LEEP Procedure

 

Maternity

(PRENATAL & POSTNATAL SERVICES)

Prenatal Risk Assessments

Maternity Check-ups  

Referral to Local Hospital

Maternity Education & Counseling

Laboratory Testing

Pre-natal Health Insurance

Assistance (SOBRA / PEPW)


 
Immunization Services

School Vaccines

Rabies Post Exposure Vaccine

Hepatitis A & B Vaccine

Pneumococcal and Flu Vaccine

 

Nutrition Services

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Diabetes Education

Therapeutic Food Pantry

 

Dental Services (561)-996-1636  Hours: M - F,

        8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Emergency Dental Care, including Extractions

Restorative Dental Care (Fillings)

Preventive Dental Care (Cleanings, Fluoride Treatments, Oral Hygiene, Dental Sealants)

Removable Prosthetics (False Teeth)

 

Communicable Disease (561) 996-1600
        Hours: Tue: 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM  Thur: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Primary Care, Case Management

Confidential HIV Counseling &Testing

Substance Abuse Coordinated Care

Nutrition Assessment & Counseling

ADAP, Ryan White Referral Services

 

Health Education, Parenting Childbirth Education

 

The C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic site in Belle Glade at 941 SE 1st Street behind Kentucky Fried Chicken is a Federally Qualified Health Center owned and operated by the Health Care District of Palm Beach County.
CL Brumback Primary Care Clinic ~ Health Care District of PBC

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays

 

Address: 
941 S.E. 1st Street, Belle Glade
(View full-size map)

 

Phone:  (561) 996-6156
(All day and after hours)

 

Services Offered:  

 

 

Adult Care


 

The C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics offer adult medical care five days a week in each of its four convenient locations. We want to be the medical home for all our patients and encourage our patients to consider us their primary care provider for all their medical needs.

Medical Evaluations

Yearly Physicals

Laboratory Services

Diabetes / Hypertension Screenings

Mammogram and Specialty Care Referrals

Mental Health Counseling

Adult Immunization

Employment, School and Housing Physicals

Pharmacy Services

Health Care for the Homeless and Agricultural Workers

 

Pediatric Care


 

The C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics offer pediatric medical services five days a week at all four of its convenient locations.

Well Child Visits

Sick Child Visits

Referrals for Specialty Care

School and Sport Physicals

Childhood Immunization

Hearing and Vision Testing

Mental Health Counseling

Laboratory Services

School Forms DH 680 and DH 3040 

 

Our Medical Staff 


 

Our highly-trained, qualified and professional medical staff is comprised of clinicians who are Board-certified in the primary care specialties of Family Practice, General Practice, Pediatrics and Mental Health Services. Assisting the clinicians are nurse practitioners and family practice residents who work together to provide high-quality medical care. Registered Nurses work with Certified Medical Assistants using technologically-advanced health care equipment and treatment programs.

 

A Patient Financial Counselor and Case Manager will refer patients to other social and health care services.


 
We want to be your medical home for all of your primary care needs.

The health care provider who serves as your medical home becomes a home base for your medical and non-medical care. A medical home is a partnership between the patient, family and personal physician primary care provider in cooperation with specialists and support from the community.

Your medical home is built around you and your family, coordinates all of your health care needs and ensures you get the care and support you need when you need it.

 

Billing for services

The C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics serve patients regardless of ability to pay.  Your financial responsibility for services will be based on your financial classification, the services you receive, and any insurance co-payments.

 




 

 

 

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CareerSource Palm Beach County Names Charles Duval West Career Center Manager

 

 

CareerSource Palm Beach County announced today that Charles Duval was named center manager for the West Career Center located in Belle Glade. Mr. D uval will have the overall operational responsibility of the West Career Center where area residents are assisted with job search activities such as developing a resume and interviewing skills. In addition, he will act as community liaison for the Glades communities.


Mr. Duval began his career with Palm Beach County's workforce development board in 2009 as a youth outreach career consultant in the Belle Glade center working with a summer youth employment program where he was instrumental in placing approximately 350 Glades area youth in temporary jobs.  Most recently he was an account manager helping area businesses fill their open positions with qualified, local candidates.  A graduate of the University of Florida, Mr. Duval earned a bachelor's degree in sociology and a master's degree in education. He is a Palm Beach County resident and lives in Royal Palm Beach.

More than 11,000 visitors each month receive help from the specialized services at two career centers in West Palm Beach and Belle Glade. Services include:

For career seekers: Classes and facilities for job search; career development/consulting/ placement services; grants for job training for those who qualify; assessments; programs for persons with disabilities and priority of service for U.S. military veterans. There is no cost to career seekers for services.
For employers: Recruitment/assessments/referrals of qualified candidates; space and staff assistance for screening/interviewing candidates; grants for training new or existing employees; outplacement assistance; talent supply/salary/demand information. 

More information is available at careersourcepbc.com or at our West Career Center-1085 S. Main Street, Belle Glade  (561) 829-2040

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Thanksgiving Food Drive

  

It is approximated that 17 million American households, including 4 million seniors, struggled to put food on the table. It is important that we face this problem head on! Throughout the months of October and November, Representative Rader will be working with Dot and Ruby Helping Hands to host a Traditional Thanksgiving Meal for families in the Glades Community.

  

What kind of items can you donate?

 

Canned Goods, including but not limited to gravy, broth, green beans, corn, squash, greens, pumpkin, cranberry sauce, apples, evaporated milk, etc. Dry Goods, including but not limited to bagged or boxed ma shed or scalloped potatoes, stuffing mixes, biscuit bread mixes , boxed baked good mixes, rice, pasta, dried beans, etc.

 

Where can I drop off my donations?

 

Drop off Location in Glades Area: Representative Kevin Rader Office, 110 DR. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Belle Glade

Drop off location in Other Area:  Representative Kevin Rader Office, 9045 LA Fontana Blvd, Suite 117

 

For more information contact Alexis Andres: [email protected] or (561) 218-5100 

 

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/ThanksgivingFoodDrive.pdf

 

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Job Opportunities 

Glades Areas:

 



 

Florida Community Health Centers  http://www.fchcinc.org/employment

 

Health Care District  http://hcdpbc.hodesiq.com/joblist.asp

 

Lakeside Medical Center http://hcdpbc.hodesiq.com/joblist.asp

 

City of Pahokee http://www.cityofpahokee.com/Employment%20Opportunites/Employment%20Opportunity.htm

OTHER AREAS

 

On Board: A BoardSource Workshop

 

BoardSource has long recognized the critical role that boards play in overseeing their organizations' mission, finance, and strategic direction. With more than 25 years of hands-on experience working with nonprofit boards, BoardSource has become the go-to resource for funders, partners, and nonprofit leaders who want to magnify their impact within their community through exceptional governance practices. This workshop will examine the following topics: Structuring the High Performance Board, Basic Roles and Responsibilities of the Governance Board, and The Board's Role in Fundraising.


 

WHEN: Monday, November 3, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


WHERE: Children's Service Council, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach


View link for more details:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.27.14/BoardSourceTraining.pdf

  

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Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County ~ Together...making a world of difference!

 

The Inter-Agency Network is one of Palm Beach County's oldest "community-wide" networking groups.  Learn about important resources 

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and events.  Please help support this meeting.  Everyone is welcome.  Meetings run September through June, on the 1st Tuesday. Membership is just $10 per agency.  

 

WHEN:  November, 4, 2014   8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.  Networking  9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Introductions/Presentation

 

WHERE:   Children's Home Society Building, Ground Floor Conference Room - Straight back & to the right

                 333 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach   Located across the street from the School District

 

Guest Speakers:  Dianne Verner and Ann Faraone

 

Dianne Verner is the East Area Manager for FPL's Special Consumer Services Group.  Her group focuses on programs and services that assist special needs, elder and low income customers.  Dianne will speak about FPL programs and services, including the FPL Care To Share Program.

 

Ann Faraone of The American Assn. of Caregiving Youth assists children who are caregivers of an ill, elderly or disabled family member.  AACY helps the family bridge the systems of healthcare, education and community, and supports the youth in and out of school so they can have the skills they need, as well as a space to socialize with peers and succeed in life.  AACY is the first and only organization in the US that reaches this "under the radar" population.  AACY currently collaborates with 16 Middle and High Schools in PBC.  

 

 

Refreshments have graciously been provided by Gloria Jacobs of Senior Home Companions, Inc. Nurse Registry.  

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Operation Green Light" Waives Collections Fees for Palm Beach County Citations 

 

If you've got an overdue Palm Beach County traffic ticket, the Clerk & Comptroller's office is giving you a break by putting the brakes on collection fees - for one day only! The Clerk's office is offering convenient Saturday hours and opening two offices to the public for "Operation Green Light" on November 8. This special program allows anyone with a Palm Beach County traffic ticket assigned to a collection agency to pay that ticket in full without paying the 40 percent collections surcharge. They will also be able to restore their driving privileges which may have been suspended, once the outstanding fines and late fees are paid. "We know there are thousands of people with overdue Palm Beach County traffic tickets. As a result, many are driving with suspended licenses," said Clerk Sharon Bock. "Operation Green Light is a chance for people to pay their fine without paying the 40 percent collections surcharge, and the opportunity to restore their driving privileges. By opening on a Saturday, we're making it convenient for those who need it."

  

WHEN: Saturday, November 8, 2014  9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Palm Beach County Criminal Justice Complex, 3228 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.27.14/Save40%OnOverdueTrafficTicket.pdf

 

 

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Keys to Homeownership Expo

A one day workshop designed to educate and empower you, sponsored by Bank of America.  Learn more from experienced counselors and mortgage specialists about the steps to becoming a homeowner or re-entering the housing market.  Breakfast and lunch provided.  Fantastic raffle prize drawings provided by The Urban League of Palm Beach County.  Admission is free and open to the public.  Space is limited.  Register Today.

WHEN:  Saturday, November 8, 2014  9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.   

WHERE:  Delray Beach Library, 100 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach  Driving Directions

Click here to register  For more information, Contact Valerie Westley, Urban League of Palm Beach County (561) 833-1461 ext.   3000
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ESE Advisory Council's Annual Fall Family Forum ~ Navigating The ESE System

Ahoy Mateys! Come meet ARRR Captain of ESE, Kevin McCormick and his Crew In collaboration with Palm Beach County Schools' Department of Exceptional Student Education.  Visit our Resource Fair from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Opening Presentation by ESE Director Kevin McCormick from 6:00 to 6:40 p.m., Break Out Session from 6:50-7:30 p.m. Parents can choose from the following topics:  1: ASD/EBD  2: 504 Plans 3) Charter Schools 4) DHH/Language Impaired 5) Pre-K/Child Find 6) Intellectual Disability 7) SLD 8) Transportation Impaired

WHEN:  Thursday, November 13, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

WHERE:  Santaluces Community High School, 6880 Lawrence Road, Lantana

To register, please call Ms. Marilyn Segura-Orozco at (561) 434-8740, or email [email protected]
If you need accommodations or a translator (Spanish, Creole, ASL), please let us know when you register.

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What's New with HIPAA and FIPA?  

Do you ever feel like a first year law student trying to figure out the rules and regulations around HIPAA and FIPA? Join us on Nov. 14 at 9am for a workshop with John Foley, Esq. that will clear up some details. For Behavioral Health Providers and Attorneys. Here is more information:

This workshop on November 14 with John Foley of Legal Aid Society will bring behavioral health providers and attorneys up to date on the newest changes to HIPAA and the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA). FIPA overlaps with HIPAA and significantly increases regulations for providers. The new guidelines are stricter and reporting has quicker time frames with harsher penalties to providers. Continuing education credits are available for attorneys (CLEs) and behavioral health professionals (CEUs).  

Who Should Attend?  All behavioral health and medical providers, Attorneys, All are welcome!

Cost  $25 for Members  $30 for Nonmembers

WHEN:  Friday, November 14, 2014  9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

WHERE:  Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach

For questions please contact: [email protected]  561-832-3755  

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Palm Beach Medical Society's Project Reach Out ~ Helping the Uninsured

Uninsured?  Project Reach Out can help.  Find out what programs you are eligible for and how to get enrolled!
Medicaid                                                                    Health Care District of Palm Beach County
Florida KidCare (CHIP)                                               Coordinated Care Options 1 & 2
Health Insurance Marketplace                                     Project Access

WHEN:  Friday, November 14, 2014  2:00 p.m.  - 5:00 p.m.  & Saturday, November 15, 2014  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WHERE:  Palm Beach County Medical Society, 3540 Forest Hill Boulevard, Suite 101, West Palm Beach

For more information call the Palm Beach County Medical Society: 561-433-3940   English Flyer       Creole Flyer     Spanish Flyer
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Business Institute Series Kick Off for Owners and Directors of Childcare Programs

Come share your valuable perspectives and concerns about the challenges of the child care business with colleagues, peers and business leaders who are committed to making child care center businesses more successful, profitable and fiscally viable.

At this exciting kickoff you will be invited to apply for The Business Institute Class of 2015.  The series, which takes place one Saturday per month in January through April, in partnership with Wells Fargo, is provided for free to a select group of early learning childcare center owners, directors, family child care home providers and those planning to be owners!

WHEN:  Saturday, November 22, 2014  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.   Registration 8:30 a.m.

WHERE:  Nova Southeastern University, Terry Administration Building, 5th Floor, 3200 South University Drive, Fort Lauderdale-Davie

SPACE IS LIMITED! MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY!   

To see our flyer, click here  To register to attend this FREE event, contact Training Academy at Family Central, Inc.  954-724-3957 or 

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Community Event Honoring World Aids Day  ~ Health Fair/Business Expo

 

Lunch, Health & Business Information Tables, Entertainment, HIV Testing, Fun Activities, Raffles, Health Lectures, Games, Health Screening, and Make New Business Connections.  Holiday in November. A free gift for all who attend.

 

WHEN: Saturday, November 29, 2014 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Wells Recreation Center, 1621 West Blue Heron Boulevard, Riviera Beach

 

For more information call Linda or Caroline Hill: 561-779-6734 or 561 255-7711

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.27.14/WellsCommunityEvent.pdf

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211 Regional Snapshop Report:  September 2014

 

211's Snapshot is a monthly report highlighting select statistics related to 211 Helpline's overall call volume from residents of Palm Beach County, Martin County, St. Lucie County, Okeechobee County, and Indian River County.

This snapshot provides a summary of demographic data while reflecting the problem/needs of those individuals who contacted 211 Palm Beach/Treasure Coast in search of information, assessment, referrals, telephone counseling, crisis intervention and/or suicide prevention services.  

Our September 2014 Snapshot is now available for your review: 

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Mary Byron Project Announces 2015 Roth Award for Domestic Violence Programs

 

One Roth Award will be presented annually in addition to the other four Celebrating Solutions Awards. Eligible programs may be nominated for both the Celebrating Solutions and Roth awards but may receive only one $10,000 grant. To be eligible for the award, a program's primary focus must address the issue of intimate partner violence. The nominated program, agency or organization, and the core components of the program being nominated, must have been operating for a minimum of three years (established no later than September 2010 for the 2013-14 award year); be operating when the nomination is made; and be part of a nonprofit 501(c)(3) or government agency. The program should be replicable, or, if it is national in scope, should have applications for individual communities, regardless of their size or ethnic population.


Visit the Mary Byron Project website for complete program information, application guidelines, and nomination materials.  Link to Complete RFP
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Monday Morning Update - November 3, 2014    


 

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Job Opportunities

 

Community Partners  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/11.03.14/CommunityPartners.pdf

 

Children's Services Council http://www.cscpbc.org/csc-jobs

 

Children's Home Society  https://chsfl.hua.hrsmart.com/hrsmart/ats/JobSearch/search

 

Families First  http://www.familiesfirstpbc.org/portal/careers#.VFerKmp0wlI

 

Palm Beach Medical Society http://www.cscpbc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=news.details&ArticleId=762&returnTo=provider-agency-employment

 

United Way of Palm Beach County  http://www.unitedwaypbc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=employment.main&

 

 

Previous Postings Glades Area

Thanksgiving Food Drive

  

It is approximated that 17 million American households, including 4 million seniors, struggled to put food on the table. It is important that we face this problem head on! Throughout the months of October and November, Representative Rader will be working with Dot and Ruby Helping Hands to host a Traditional Thanksgiving Meal for families in the Glades Community.

  

What kind of items can you donate?

 

Canned Goods, including but not limited to gravy, broth, green beans, corn, squash, greens, pumpkin, cranberry sauce, apples, evaporated milk, etc. Dry Goods, including but not limited to bagged or boxed ma shed or scalloped potatoes, stuffing mixes, biscuit bread mixes , boxed baked good mixes, rice, pasta, dried beans, etc.

 

Where can I drop off my donations?

 

Drop off Location in Glades Area: Representative Kevin Rader Office, 110 DR. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Belle Glade

Drop off location in Other Area:  Representative Kevin Rader Office, 9045 LA Fontana Blvd, Suite 117

 

For more information contact Alexis Andres: [email protected] or (561) 218-5100 

 

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/ThanksgivingFoodDrive.pdf

 

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Early Voting is Happening Now  

 

WHEN: October 20 - November 2, 2014 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Varies

 

View link for local voting sites:

http://www.pbcelections.org/content.aspxid=270&utm_source=Election+Get+out+the+vote2014&utm_campaign=early+voting%2C+florida&utm_medium=email  

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Edvin Marton: Prince of the Violin to perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center

 

Edvin Marton to perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center! Emmy award-winning composer and performer, Edvin Marton, one of Europe's most electrifying and original violinists, has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. He will present his show, Edvin Marton: Prince of the Violin, blending a classic and rock sound, his unique arrangements of the greatest classical, rock and his own 

original hits have made him a Gold and Platinum artist in Europe, Russia and China. Edvin is a winner of the 2008 Eurovision Song Contest seen by more than 200 million people.  Other awards include a 2008 MTV Europe Award, and an American Television EMMY Award for Best

Original Composition (ABC Television Network).

 

WHEN: Thursday, November 13, 2014  7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/EdvinMartonPrinceofVolin.pdf

 

For more information call the box office:  561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org


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Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center to Offer FREE Outdoor Concert

 

The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center is kicking off its free outdoor concert series with Derrick Hadley & the Motowners! Take a walk down town with the sounds of Motown. This up-beat show is a song and dance tribute to The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson and Marvin Gaye. The show also includes a tribute to other class soul artists of the 60's and 70's. Come out early and enjoy a great dinner from one of Gourmet Truck Expo's excellent food trucks! The food trucks will begin serving at 6:00 pm, with the concert starting at 7:00 p.m.

 

WHEN: Saturday, November 22, 2014 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade 

 

For more information call the box office:  561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org 

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American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Schedule for the Glades

 

First Aid/CPR/AED for Workplaces, Communities, Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.  Two-year certification, Choice of free digital or affordable print materials Digital refreshers.  

 

WHEN: Saturday, December 6, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Belle Glade Service Center, 149 SE Avenue D Belle Glade 

 

View link for more detail on prices and how to register

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/BelleGladeServiceCenter.pdf  

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2014-15 PBC Legislative Delegation Public Hearings and Workshops 

 

To be placed on the official agenda of a Delegation hearing, presenters must have completed a Participation Request Form (a copy of which is enclosed ) and have submitted all printed materials to the delegation office 5 business days prior to the scheduled hearing. 15 copies of printed material should be submitted to be included in Members' Hearing folders. Please note: The Delegation Office is not responsible for printing out materials for the presenter. Maximum time allotted for each presentation is THREE minutes. This time limit will be strictly enforced as a courtesy to all scheduled speakers. Those presenting local bills should meet personally with members of the Legislative Delegation prior to the hearing at which they will make their presentation. At least one delegation member attending the hearing at which you are present should have a prior working knowledge of your request. The DEADLINE for submission of Local Bills to the Delegation Office is Monday, December 1, 2014 at 12 Noon

  

Public Hearing

 

WHEN: Tuesday, January 13, 2015 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

 

WHERE: Alzheimer's Community Care Center, 470 East 1st Street, Pahokee

 

View link for more information and submission form: 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/2014-2015HearingInformationSheet.pdf 

  

View link Hearing Schedules: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/PublicHearingSchedule.pdf 

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Diabetes Coalition Looking for Volunteers & Sites to Conduct Risk Assessments 

 

Help the coalition in their quest to identify individuals at are risk for diabetes - so they can get the help and access to resources they need!  

In preparation for Diabetes Week 2014, the Diabetes Coalition is in need of Glades area organizations and churches that already have a large number of people coming to your facility who may be at-risk for diabetes - willing to serve as a site to perform diabetes risk assessments during the week of November 10 through November 16.  They are also in need of volunteers to help individuals complete the risk assessment - which is a paper questionnaire, offered in English, Spanish, and Creole. Training is available for volunteers in how to complete the assessment.  Each person screened will receive a resource bag.  

 

WHEN:  Monday, November 10, 2014 - Sunday, November 16, 2014. 

 

WHERE:  Glades Screening Sites TBD

 

If you would like to volunteer and/or your organization would like to serve as a screening site during Diabetes Week, please contact Carol Rodriguez at [email protected]

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Job Opportunities 

Glades Areas:


Indeed Job Search: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.27.14/IndeedJobSearch.pdf 

US Sugar: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH14/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=USSUGARCORP&cws=1  

 

Previous Postings Other Areas

Vote "Yes" to Reauthorize the Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County

 

Early voting for the Nov. 4 election begins today and continues through Sunday, Nov. 2. Voting times are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. The list of early voting locations, with map and directions, is here:http://www.pbcelections.org/content.aspx?id=270 

 

The Glades Initiative, Inc. strongly encourages all community residents to vote "Yes" on: Reauthorization of Children's Services Council - as they support many vital Glades health and human service programs. For nearly three decades, Children's Services Council has provided leadership, funding, services and research on behalf of the county's children, so they grow up healthy, safe and strong. To make the biggest impact, the Council focuses on prenatal health and early childhood development so more Palm Beach County children are born healthy, are safe

from abuse and neglect, are ready to learn when they enter school, and have access to quality afterschool and summer programming.

 

For information about reauthorization of Children's Services Council, please visit: http://www.cscpbc.org/reauthorization.

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Diabetes Self-Management Leader Training


You will get a certificate to teach how to: Define what diabetes is in simple terms. Identify a set of problems that are common among people with diabetes. Learn the tools needed to balance and manage diabetes. State your role in care and management. Define what healthy eating means. Discuss the ways in which a good eating plan can help manage diabetes. Make action plans for the future.

 

WHEN:   Wednesday, October 29 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

               Thursday,    October 30, 2014    9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.


WHERE:  Children's Services Council, 2300 High Ridges Rd, Boynton Beach


For information and registration contact Luz Smith: 561-853-1633 [email protected] 


View link for more details: Wayside House ~ Admissions Director: 

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Community Call to Action on Obesity Meeting


You are invited to attend the Community Call to Action on Obesity meeting for 5-2-1-0 Let's Go!

 

WHEN: Friday, October 31, 2014 8:30 a.m. 


WHERE:  Children's Services Council, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach


For more information and to RSVP contact: [email protected]  or (561) 703-2629


View link for flyer:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/ObesityMeeting.pdf


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Power  to End Stroke Newsletter: October 2014

 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.27.14/PowerToEndStrokeNewsletter.pdf

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News from Jack The Bike Man Inc. 
 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.27.14/JackTheBikeMan.pdf 

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Monday Morning Update - October 27, 2014 

 

http://www.cscpbc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=emailsignup.preview&MessageId=1041  

 

Posting Information to our Eblast & Volunteering

Anyone wishing to add their local announcements or events is welcome to submit their information by Friday to be posted the following week. Please include a brief summary of the information to be posted with your contact name, phone number and/or flyer. If you want to submit a posting please email us at [email protected] or (561) 996-3310.

 

If you would like to submit your volunteer opportunities on our site below, please email us at [email protected]

  

                  Check the Glades Community Calendar for                                          Check out Volunteer Opportunities at the Glades Initiative

           additional activities scheduled in the Glades area:                                               or opportunities with our Partners in the Glades:


 


 



Donating to The Glades Initiative, Inc.

If you would like to show your appreciation for the services of The Glades Initiative, Inc., please consider making a tax deductible donation. You can click on the link below or send a check made out to The Glades Initiative, Inc. to 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430. Thank you in advance. 


                                                          
If your place of work has a United Way giving campaign, you can keep your donation in the Glades by designating your contribution to The Glades Initiative, Inc.  
                                                                                                                                                              
 

SOLICITATIONS UNDER THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES REGISTRATION #CH16445 BENEFIT THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THE GLADES INITIATIVE, INC. INFORMATION ABOUT THE GLADES INITIATIVE IS AVAILABLE AT (561) 996-3310, OR AT www.gladesinitiative.org "A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE." The Glades Initiative, Inc. a not for profit tax exempt organization receives 100% of each contribution.

 

 

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