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The Glades Initiative offers Medical Interpreter Training Dec. 2015 in Boynton Bch
The Glades Initiative's Language Access Program is offering a 40-hour Medical Interpreter training in conjunction with our partners at Genesis Community Health. This training is designed for bi-lingual staff working in medical or health & human services. Participants will learn basic interpreting skills, standards of practice, code of ethics, and much more.
This training will meet the Joint Commission requirements for federally funded medical providers and
is also recognized by the IMIA (International Medical Interpreters Association) to prepare participants
for the national certification exam. If you are already interpreting at work and want to become certified this training is for you! For more information about this training, please contact Karis Engle, kengle@gladesinitiative.org or by phone at 561.996.3310.
WHEN: December 21, 22, 23, 28 & 29, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Genesis Community Health Center, 2623 Seacrest Blvd. Suite # 65, Boynton Beach
Need more education on Diabetes? You are welcome to join Lakeside Medical Center Diabetes Academy. The focus of this first class will be an introduction to Diabetes Mellitus and Holiday Diabetes friendly recipes. Diabetics as well as their family and friends are welcome!
WHEN: Monday, December 7, 2015 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center (Meeting room 2), 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade
For more information and to RSVP call Terri: (561) 996-6571 ex 8444
Request for Stakeholder Interview - State Road 80 Corridor Action Plan
The Florida Department of Transportation is conducting a corridor planning study along the 45-mile
segment of SR 80 (Southern Boulevard) from US 27 to I-95. The purpose of the study is to develop a
Corridor Action Plan to protect and enhance the ability of this segment of S R 80 to serve its regional mobility function. As part of the Strategic Intermodal System (SIS), the function of SR 80 is to provide safe and efficient mobility for people and freight within Palm Beach County, and across southern Florida. The SIS is a high-priority network of transportation facilities critical to Florida's economic competitiveness. Due to the length and regional significance of the SR 80 corridor, as well as the number of communities it traverses, FDOT is committed to seeking collaboration and participation from community stakeholders and the public. As part of the study kick-off, the study team is conducting interviews with stakeholders which include local government representatives, community organizations, major employers, and regional agencies.
The purpose of these interviews is to explain the study process, seek input on issues and opportunities, and provide interested persons an opportunity to get involved in the study. The stakeholder interviews will be conducted over a four-day period during the week of December 14th at the two locations listed below - one for the eastern section of the corridor and one for the western section of the corridor. The study team will be available
at these locations to conduct up to 30-minute interviews between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and to answer questions
regarding the study.
WHEN: Monday, December 14 & 15, 2015
WHERE: Belle Glade City Hall Commission Chambers, 110 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd West, Belle Glade
A Christmas Carol Comes to the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center
Celebrate the true Spirit of Christmas with a brand new adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
Dickens' timeless tale has enchanted audiences the world over. With script adaptation, direction, and a flawless performance as Scrooge by award-winning 40-year theater veteran Scott H Severance, this variation brings new life to a favorite holiday classic theatrical. The performance is filled with beloved music of the season, superb staging, haunting special effects, heartfelt sentiment, and tremendous artistry. With first class acting, lush costumes, stunning sets and puppetry, song, dance, and a heavy dose of humor, this is the perfect family holiday event!
Joining the professional company in the production will be the local students of the Young Singers of the Palm Beaches' Choir in the Glades. They will be featured in three different scenes during the show. The Choir
in the Glades is under the direction of Carol Schmidt with Karen Corbin Wheeler as the accompanist.
WHEN: Thursday, December 17, 2015 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Dolly Hand 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade.
For more information and to purchase tickets call: 561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org
Florida Community Health Centers Now Provide Pediatric & Adult Health Care
Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. is proud to provide the people of Pahokee with pediatric and adult health care
services. Located at 170 S. Barfield Highway, Suite #101, we are open Monday through Friday and offer extended
hours two evenings per week. Accepting most major insurances including Health Care District of Palm Beach County, KidCare, Medicaid and Medicare, services are available on a sliding fee scale (based on annual household income and Federal Poverty Guideline
Appointments are encouraged and limited walk-ins are available. To make your appointment your appointment, please call 561-924-6100. Visit us on the web at www.fchcinc.org and like us on Facebook. Florida Community Health Centers, Working Together for Healthier Communities.care services. s), for people without health insurance.
The Glades Initiative offers Medical Interpreter Training Dec. 2015 in Boynton Bch
The Glades Initiative's Language Access Program is offering a 40-hour Medical Interpreter training in conjunction with our partners at Genesis Community Health. This training is designed for bi-lingual staff working in medical or health & human services. Participants will learn basic interpreting skills, standards of practice, code of ethics, and much more.
This training will meet the Joint Commission requirements for federally funded medical providers and is also recognized by the IMIA (International Medical Interpreters Association) to prepare participants for the national certification exam. If you are already interpreting at work and want to become certified this training is for you! For more information about this training, please contact Karis Engle, kengle@gladesinitiative.org or by phone at 561.996.3310.
WHEN: December 21, 22, 23, 28 & 29, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Genesis Community Health Center, 2623 Seacrest Blvd. Suite # 65, Boynton Beach
The Inter-Agency Network is one of Palm Beach County's oldest "community-wide" networking
groups. Learn about important resources a nd events. Please help support this meeting! (Self-pay at luncheon) $15 for buffet lunch to include meal, beverage, be mindful that tips are separate.
Please bring an unwrapped toy for ages 0-4 that are geared towards child development. We will be donating to Families First this year. Thank you...Everyone for your participation in the Inter-Agency Network!
WHEN: Tuesday December 1, 2015 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Hilton Palm Beach Airport Hotel (Veranda Room), 150 Australian Ave, West Palm Beach
Join Sickle Cell Foundation of PBC for An Evening of Christian Comedy
Join the Sickle Cell Foundation of Palm Beach County for an Evening of Christian Comedy our special guest Aunt Flossie of Los Angeles, California also featuring local comedian Tia Carroll. Michael Brown, Dr. Carla Kendall, Rick Bethel, and more early bird tickets $10. All proceeds benefit children and families affected by Sickle Cell Disease and Trait.
WHEN: Saturday, January 9, 2015 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Lakes High School Auditorium, 3505 Shiloh Drive, West Palm Beach
For more information and to purchase tickets call: (561) 833-3113
The Housing Leadership Council will be releasing the HOME Matters Report presented by the Florida Housing Coalition generously sponsored by PNC. Get an early preview of Palm Beach County's most current housing data and speak with housing experts about the implications for our area attendance is free but seating is limited!
WHEN: Friday, December 11, 2015 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Vista Center, 2633 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach
For more information: 561-653-4107
Department of Economic Sustainability - Fall 2015 Newsletter
Tired of tobacco? Do you know someone who is? If you're ready to quit....we're ready to help!
Quit Smoking Now is a free, six-session group program to help you quit tobacco! Developed by ex-smokers for those who want to become ex-smokers themselves, the program also includes help for other forms of tobacco such as cigars, dip, and chew. Free nicotine patches, lozenges, and/or gum are offered (while supplies last), as well as follow-up support.
Register Today, Call 1-877-819-2357 or email: info@eahec.org
Fancy Nancy Comes to the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center!
The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center at Palm Beach State College in Belle Glade is excited to present
Fancy Nancy: A Splendiferous Christmas. Come and see this popular book character come to life for the holiday season! What could be fancier than Christmas? Presents with elegant wrapping paper, festive decorations and Christmas cookies with sprinkles - Ooh la la! And who could forget the tree? This year, Nancy is especially excited. She bought a brand-new sparkly tree topper with her own money and can't wait to decorate the Christmas tree. But when things don't turn out the way Nancy planned, will Christmas still be splendiferous?
Following the performance, enjoy refreshments and lots of fun activities sponsored by the Bank of Belle Glade and the Glades Area Branches of the Palm Beach County Library System. There will also be a book-signing with Tracie Gold and her series of "Bonnie the Bunny" books. Parents, bring your cameras for this fun event which is included in the price of admission.
WHEN: Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center,located on the Belle Glade campus of Palm Beach State College, 977 College Drive,Belle Glade.
To purchase tickets, call the box office at 561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org.
Palm Beach County Office Community Revitalization offering a five-week course
Palm Beach County Office Community Revitalization is offering a five-week course Resident Education to Action Program (REAP), hands-on educational program providing community revitalization and civic leadership development training. This program is intended
to help residents who are interested in improving their neighborhoods.
Habitat for Humanity Accepting applications for West Palm Beach
Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications for home ownership. Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County partners with families in need to build affordable energy efficient homes. The Homes are built together by utilizing volunteer labor, professional contractors, and materials which are donated or purchased locally. Each family is required to invest a minimum of 400 swat equity hours of their own labor into the construction of homes before eligible to purchase their home utilizing a 30-year, interest free loan.
Early learning Coalition of Palm Beach County School Readiness Program
The Early learning Coalition of Palm Beach County is happy to announce that's School
Readiness Funding is currently available for eligible children. To be considered for this funding
families must provide documentation to support the following:
Have a child who is four (4) years of age or younger.
All adults in household must be working and/or engaged in eligible education activities for a minimum of 20 hours per week (unless exempt from work requirements as documented by a licensed physician due to age or disability).
Household income does not exceed federal guidelines for household size.
Reside in Palm Beach County
If the family meets the eligibility requirement, the Early learning Coalition will be able to serve all children in the family who are not yet 13 years of age. Families can apply for school readiness funding online or the kiosk at any the Early Learning Coalition locations
WHEN: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Early Learning Coalition, 401 SE 2nd Street, Belle Glade
For more information, call 561-514-3300.
The Lawrence E. Will Museum of the Glades
The Lawrence E. Will Museum of the Glades invites visitors of all ages to view our current exhibit "People of the Water" which features artifacts from and interpretive displays about the Belle Glade Archaeological Culture of the Pre-Columbian Glades area. The museum also boasts exhibits on local history and culture, including the deadly Hurricane of 1928, and the history of agriculture and industry in the Glades. In addition, the museum has a small book store featuring selections by notable local scholars including Glades historian Lawrence E. Will and renowned archaeologist Robert S. Carr!
WHERE: Lawrence E. Wills Museum, 530 South West Main Street, Belle Glade
Phone: 561-215-7909 or 561-352-7505
Pahokee Housing Authority Is Now Accepting Housing Application
Pahokee Housing Authority Is accepting applications for ALL bedrooms sizes, EXCEPT TWO bedrooms
WHEN: Wednesdays ONLY 8:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Housing Authority, Inc. 465 Friend Terrace, Pahokee
For more information contact Ms. Sterling: 561-924-5565
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You Can Survive Tax Season 2015
You can survive tax season 2015 with a little help from your friends from the IRS Prosperity centers and united way of Palm Beach County. Learn how...you can get your taxes done free and honestly at a vita site, you can avoid falling prey to the predatory tax preparer's you and your children can avoid identity theft. Our guest speaker from the IRS will update you on tax credits, provide tips on affordable care act, tax returns and tax pitfalls for this 2015 tax season avoid tax-time stress - come to this meeting! RSVP is required - ONLY 70 seats available
WHEN: Thursday, December 17, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Housing Partnership, Inc. Building, 2001 W. Blue Heron Blvd., Riviera Beach
For more information and to RSVP call: (561) 996-2479 or lcelucien@cp-cto.org
It's that time of year again to schedule volunteers for the South Florida Fair! I know you support our organization's endeavors so I am hoping you will be willing to volunteer some of your time to hand out drowning prevention and water safety information. You receive free entry, shirt, and the satisfaction of promoting this life safety issue! If you volunteer for more than 5 shifts you will receive a picture ID which pretty much allows you to come and go to the Fair as you please.
We have 17 days that we need to cover our booth and need 3 people per shift. This year we are hoping to break our record of obtaining 3,500 pool safely pledges. The Drowning Prevention Coalition is nothing without its volunteers. So please, help us promote our mission! Days/times of shifts are on a first come; first serve basis so let me know as soon as you can when and what time you would like to assist.
WHEN:Friday, January 15-31, 2015
WHERE: South Florida Fair Grounds
For more information call Anna Stewart: (561) 616-7068
Habitat Accepting applications for West Palm Beach
Habitat accepting applications for home ownership Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County partners with families in need to build afford able energy efficient homes. The Homes are built together by utilizing volunteer labor, professional contractors, and materials which are donated or purchased locally.
Each family is required to invest a minimum of 400 swat equity hours of their own labor into the construction of homes before eligible to purchase their home utilizing a 30-year, interest free loan.
Applications Now Accepted for 2016 Rising Leaders Class
Are you an aspiring nonprofit leader who is ready for the next level of personal and professional growth? If so, consider applying for Nonprofit First's Rising Leaders program. Nonprofits First is now accepting applications for the 2016 Rising Leaders program, which is sponsored in part by the Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County.
Launched in 2005, the 6-month program teaches emerging nonprofit leaders effective strategies to handle major leadership and organizational challenges. Through lectures, discussions, group exercises and other activities, participants interact, discover, communicate, and serve as they build their skills to become leaders in the nonprofit sector.
The class begins in January 2016 and runs through May 2016 with graduation in June.
Are you a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida who wants to become a Qualified Supervisor? If that's you, you're in luck because the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association will be offering this training as a Pre-Conference Workshop at our 2016 Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida!
The cost of this training is $240.00, which is an early-bird registration price! Price will rise on November 14 and spaces are limited, so reserve your space today! See below for registration details.
This 2 day, 16 clock hour workshop will be presented by Stephen Giunta, Past President of FMHCA and AMHCA!
To register for this Qualified Supervisor Training Pre-Conference Workshop AND the 2016 Annual Conference, click here!
To register for only the Qualified Supervisor Training, click here!
If you have any questions about registration for the 2016 Annual Conference or any Pre-Conference Workshops, please email Nicole at nicolebeauchamp.fmhca@gmail.com
Invite Palm Beach Opera to your School
At Palm Beach Opera, they believe that opera tells stories to which we can all relate, and that is why the operatic art form has thrived for centuries. The education programs at Palm Beach Opera plug the community directly into those stories, revealing timeless tales of love, passion, and joy!
They challenge each person to find their own connection to opera's stories, inspiring learners of all ages to explore the world of opera! At Palm Beach Opera there is something for everyone! Learn more and Invite us to your school by clicking the link: http://pbopera.org/education/
The Junior League of Boca Raton's 2015 Fall Non-Profit Leadership Series
All trainings will take place at: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
For more information please email our Non-Profit Education Coordinator at library@jlbr.org or call us at (561) 620-2553
November 3 Introduction to the Grant Library
December 1 Introduction to the VCRC Grant Library
October 15 Grant Writing: The Basics by Christopher Noe, PhD.
October 27 DiSC Behavioral Styles by Yvonne Haase, LMHC
November 12 Mobile Technology by Marbel Martinez, EdD, ABD
November 19 & 20 Grant Writing: Two Day Intensive by Christopher Noe, PhD
December 10 Succession Planning by Nancy Proffitt
December 17 Cloud Computing Essentials by Maribel Martinez, EdD, ABD
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R 80 to serve its regional mobility function. As part of the Strategic Intermodal System (SIS), the function of SR 80 is to provide safe and efficient mobility for people and freight within Palm Beach County, and across southern Florida. The SIS is a high-priority network of transportation facilities critical to Florida's economic competitiveness. Due to the length and regional significance of the SR 80 corridor, as well as the number of communities it traverses, FDOT is committed to seeking collaboration and participation from community stakeholders and the public. As part of the study kick-off, the study team is conducting interviews with stakeholders which include local government representatives, community organizations, major employers, and regional agencies. 
enchanted audiences the world over. With script adaptation, direction, and a flawless performance as Scrooge by award-winning 40-year theater veteran Scott H Severance, this variation brings new life to a favorite holiday classic theatrical. The performance is filled with beloved music of the season, superb staging, haunting special effects, heartfelt sentiment, and tremendous artistry. With first class acting, lush costumes, stunning sets and puppetry, song, dance, and a heavy dose of humor, this is the perfect family holiday event! 
learn basic interpreting skills, standards of practice, code of ethics, and much more.
nd events. Please help support this meeting! (Self-pay at luncheon) $15 for buffet lunch to include meal, beverage, be mindful that tips are separate. 
Christmas. 
to build affordable energy efficient homes. The Homes are built together by utilizing volunteer labor, professional contractors, and materials which are donated or purchased locally. Each family is required to invest a minimum of 400 swat equity hours of their own labor into the construction of homes before eligible to purchase their home utilizing a 30-year, interest free loan.
