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Open to All: Food Distribution Every Wednesday at The Glades Initiative
For the past year and a half, and continuing into the future, The Glades Initiative offers weekly food distribution to anyone in need. Those coming in cars are asked to line up beside the office for drive-through pick-up on Wednesdays from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come first-serve basis.
Our staff and volunteers will wear personal protective gear as we handle and distribute the food bags. We ask that drivers and their passengers remain in their vehicles and practice social distancing measures to keep everyone safe.
WHEN: Every Wednesday | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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Walk-Up Testing at C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic at Lakeside Medical Center
Residents can take a COVID-19 test at the walk-up testing site at C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic at Lakeside Medical Center. Testing is by appointment only for any age; patients need not be symptomatic.
WHEN: Monday-Friday (by appointment only) | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics at Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-642-1000
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Webinar: Free Memory Screenings
AFA's memory screening department is now offering free, confidential memory screenings every Monday and Wednesday through secure video-conference technology. Screenings take approximately 10-15 minutes and are conducted in real-time, one-on-one.
WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Free Drive Thru & Walk-Up COVID-19 Testing
Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. continues to provide FREE Drive Thru/Walk-Up testing for COVID-19 (appointments are preferred).
You can still be tested even if you aren't experiencing symptoms. Only two tests are administered per car.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 4 & 6, 2020 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Center, 170 S Barfield Highway-Suite 101, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: 561-924-6100
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Webinar: Divas in the Trucking Industry
Attend the workshop series "Divas in the Trucking Industry" via zoom. Registration is required.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 4, 2020 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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Webinar: Successfully Marketing Your Business
This workshop will give you the skills you need to successfully market your product or service and accomplish the following objectives: - identify customers and their needs - determine pricing, packaging, and distribution for your product/service - create a promotional plan for your business - get your business online.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 4, 2020 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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Webinar: State of Palm Beach County's Glades Region Development Presented by BDB
From the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County: Join a discussion on specific challenges and opportunities in the Glades Region of Palm Beach County. Exacerbated by the current economic impact of COVID-19, this region's unique needs affect the future of the entire county's development. Local business leaders are coming together to create the needed solutions. This area offers many different opportunities with its legislation and resources which has drawn promising projects that create a positive outlook for the Glades' future.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 4, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
COST: Free to Glades residents
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Webinar: Usa YouTube Para Crecer Su Negocio / Use YouTube to Grow (Bilingual)
Obtenga las mejores prácticas para crear un canal de YouTube y contenido atractivo que promueva sus productos y servicios y tambien aumente el conocimiento de su marca.
SCORE West Palm Beach invites you to a bilingual workshop! Learn how to grow your business.
WHEN: Thursday, August 6, 2020 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
COST: FREE / GRATUITO
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Webinar: Reopening and Staying Open
If you're like many businesses, you are probably working overtime to navigate the ever-changing landscape created by C19. Whether you've already reopened or will be opening this summer, August will be an ideal time to assess what you've experienced already and develop a strategic plan for the rest of the year.
WHEN: Thursday, August 6, 2020 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Webinar: Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches
Join the Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches for their monthly coalition meeting. The Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches will be providing a brief overview of each of the FREE trainings/presentations that it offers. As a part of this, you will get an overview of our human trafficking presentations/trainings for: Youth and school staff; Hospitality staff (approved by the Florida DBPR to meet FL Statute Section 506.096); Medical staff; Community members.
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Wednesday, August 12, 2020
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Webinar: How to Certify Online, Step by Step
The next quarterly training by Palm Beach County's Office of Equal Business Opportunity (OEBO) will teach participants how to certify online. Click below to see all of OEBO's upcoming trainings.
WHEN:
Monday, November 23, 2020
| 11:00 a.m.
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Food Distributions in the Glades
The Glades Initiative Food Distribution Every Wednesday (Open to Everyone)
For the past year and a half, and continuing into the future, The Glades Initiative offers weekly food distribution to anyone in need. Those coming in cars are asked to line up beside the office for drive-through pick-up on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come first-serve basis.
Our staff and volunteers will wear personal protective gear as we handle and distribute the food bags. We ask that drivers and their passengers remain in their vehicles and practice social distancing measures to keep everyone safe.
WHEN: Every Wednesday | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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Palm Beach County Food Finder Map
An interactive tool using Google Maps to help people easily locate free food and hot meals in Palm Beach County. This online tool was created to connect individuals seeking food resources to sites near them. Information is English, Spanish, and Creole. United Way updates the information listed on this map weekly. However, locations and hours of distribution may change. Please consider calling the site prior to visiting to verify information listed. Please note that sites may have specific requirements such as ID.
CONTACT:
To access the United Way of Palm Beach County's Food Finder map, click here
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Flipany Grab 'n Go Sites (For Ages 18 and under)
Attached is a list of locations for Grab 'n Go Feeding Sites in the Glades.
WHEN: Monday - Friday | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Click here for more information about site locations
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School Sites Free Meal Distribution Tuesdays & Thursdays (For Ages 18 and under)
Free Meal Distribution Continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 52 school locations throughout the summer. Distribution is from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Each day, parents and guardians who pick up food will receive a kit with three days' worth of meals for each child. Meals are FREE to anyone 18 years of age and younger (22 years of age and younger for ESE students), regardless of financial need. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the summer heat, beginning Tuesday, July 7, distribution times will be 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at all open feeding sites. Parents who pick up meals next week will be notified about this change.
WHEN: Tuesdays & Wednedays | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN THE GLADES:
- Belle Glade Elementary, 500 NW Ave L, Belle Glade, FL 33430
- Glade View Elementary, 1100 SW Ave G, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (Starting Thursday)
- Gove Elementary, 1000 SE Ave G, Belle Glade, FL 33430
- Pahokee Elementary, 560 E Main Pl, Pahokee, FL 33476
- Rosenwald Elementary, 1321 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bay, FL 33493
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Hunger Relief Update - July 27, 2020
Below you will find (1) information about the Palm Beach County Food Finder Map (2) a list of food resources (3) additional food resource news and (4) resource and stakeholder updates from DCF.
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Sign up for a Free Virtual Health Workshop
LORHN is now offering all three of its health education workshops virtually. Workshops are open to adults (18+). The 'Your Health Matters' workshop helps individuals understand how to navigate the healthcare system and information about local resources available to access care and maintain good health. The other two workshops are designed specifically for Type 2 Diabetics or anyone living with any chronic condition (asthma, COPD, heart disease, anxiety, depression, etc.).
Individuals can sign up and will be contacted when a class begins, or, LORHN can organize a private session for a group of 8+.
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Do You Have Unclaimed Money? Check This List!
The Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller has thousands of dollars in unclaimed cash bonds, juror checks and other deposits. Could some of that cash be yours? Visit their website to review our list of unclaimed funds to see if your name is on it. The deadline to submit a claim is September 1.
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PBC Operations Coronavirus Update
Learn about Palm Beach County's latest efforts with regard to COVID-19.
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League of Women Voters News
The League of Women Voters shares their monthly update on the progress of its 2020 Voters Guide.
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Center for Child Counseling Newsletter
Learn about services, workshops, and much more presented by the Center for Child Counseling.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, August 3
, 2020
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Mandel Library of WPB August Virtual Programming
The Mandel Library of West Palm Beach has published its Virtual Programming for August.
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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In Need of Masks? Contact The Glades Initiative, Inc.
If you or people you know need masks, The Glades Initiative has masks and will share them with anyone in the Glades who needs them. These are the white two-ply reusable washable masks given by the health department. Call or come by to pick them up as long as supplies last.
If you are with a group of vulnerable people and need more than 20, call us first and we will do our best to help you get what you need.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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The Glades Initiative is Here to Help You With Census
Need assistance with completing the Census 2020 questionnaire? The Glades Initiative will be here and available to assist you with your Census 2020 application over the phone.
It's quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire will take about 10 minutes to complete.
It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected. Why do Census? Your participation is important because it helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services.
CONTACT: 561-996-3310 (Services available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole)
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Online Community Service Opportunities for Teens
The Palm Beach Sheriff's Office is offering online community service opportunities for teens via Zoom. These hours are accepted by the Palm Beach County Office of the State Attorney.
CONTACT: To register for the workshop, contact Marcia Bahia at
[email protected] and provide: Full name - Date of Birth - Email Address - Phone Number - Probation Officer (if applicable)
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PBC Resident Acquires West Nile; DOH Issues Advisory
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County (DOH-Palm Beach) today advised residents there has been an increase in mosquito-borne disease activity in areas of Palm Beach County. A locally acquired human case of West Nile illness has been confirmed and there is a heightened concern additional residents may become ill.
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Faith Community Census Call to Action
From the Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network: In Florida, the Census has a big impact in our communities by affecting funding for schools, roads, hospitals, and much more. Participating in the 2020 Census helps ensure everyone is counted and plays their part in the future of our state and community. Rural communities and counties are historically under counted which leads to less funding for much needed services and resources. As a trusted voice in your community, we ask you to help share this information and encourage residents to complete the 2020 Census.
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PBC Food Bank Specialists Available to Help
The Palm Beach County Benefits Outreach Program is a free service offered by the Palm Beach County Food Bank to assist with SNAP (food stamps) and Medicaid applications and cash assistance. Languages available: English, Spanish, and Creole.
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Virtual Training: How to Protect Yourself and Others from COVID-19
This introductory course presents the latest evidence-based information on COVID-19 including the principles of infection control and prevention, and adequate and correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Registration fees apply.
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Free Virtual Summer Camp for Children and Teens
The Federation of Families is offering free virtual summer camp (life skills training, anger management, relaxation, solution focused training, arts and crafts, virtual field trips, fitness, dance, cooking,and many more) for Elementary and High/ Middle school students.
CONTACT: Nicole King, Youth/Family Prevention Coordinator,
[email protected], 561-506-7144
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Support for Youth Caregivers
Does your middle or high school student who attends school at Lake Shore Middle School or Pahokee Middle/High help you care for a loved one at home who has any type of a health condition? If so, he or she is not alone! More than 10,000 kids all over Palm Beach County do this too. Sometimes, kids worry more than you may imagine so meeting other kids who have similar home responsibilities helps them and also you!
Some of the free services offered by the American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY) include fun activities, tutoring, respite, mentoring and providing access to support for your caregiving family that you may not otherwise know about.
CONTACT: Please visit our website
www.aacy.org or give us a call at 561-391-7401 to learn more
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Every Residential Address in PBC to Receive a Mask in the Mail
Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners approved a countywide mask mail out program for every residential address to receive four masks; two cloth masks and two pleated masks. The county is currently under a State of Emergency as a result of COVID-19 and issued a mandatory facial covering order effective June 25, 2020.
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Anti-Bullying Virtual Workshop
From the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office: Your children will enjoy this educational and fun Zoom session! To schedule group sessions (up to 10 children per session), contact us.
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Jim Moran Institute Small Business & Nonprofit Executive Programs
Operating a small business or nonprofit is stressful enough on top of the new challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to help companies navigate through the opportunities and challenges ahead.
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COVID-19 Guide for New Immigrants
Click below to access a FAQ (frequently asked questions) sheet regarding COVID-19 for new immigrants. In addition, the American Red Cross has also made a guide for the immigrant population.
Click here to learn more from American Red Cross (English)
Click here to learn more from American Red Cross (Spanish)
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How Can the Clerk & Comptroller Help You? New Video Series Highlights Essential Services
Navigating the legal system can sometimes be challenging. The Clerk & Comptroller's new video series makes it easier than ever to access the office's services and online resources from the comfort of your own home. The "How Can We Help You" video series guides viewers through the Clerk & Comptroller's most frequently searched tools and resources.
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EveryParent: COVID Got You Stir Crazy?
Explore local, in-person adventures from EveryParent. With COVID-19 in the mix this summer, finding ways to get children away from their electronic devices is harder than ever. Here are a few great places you can go - in person - with your children in Palm Beach County. Some are even free!
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Center for Child Counseling Newsletter
Find out what's happening at the Center for Child Counseling by reading their latest newsletter.
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Nonprofits First - Community Update July 24, 2020
Read Nonprofits First's latest COVID-19 Community Update.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, July 27, 2020
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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Posting Information: eBlast and Volunteers
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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
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additional activities scheduled in
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Check out Volunteer Opportunities at the Glades Initiative
or opportunities with our Partners in the Glades
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Donate 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 AT WWW.FLORIDACONSUMERHELP.COM OR 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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