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The information appearing in this email is for general informational purposes only. Reference to any product, service, event or program is for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute endorsement by The Glades Initiative.
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~~~ This Week ~~~
Wed, Sept 8, 8:30 am - Weekly Food Distribution, The Glades Initiative, BG
Wed, Sept 8, 12:00 pm - Best Practices for Responding to Cyber Incidents by SCORE PBC: Online
Wed, Sept 8, 3:00 pm - Glades STAR System of Care Meeting: Online
Tue, Sept 14, 6:00 pm - Securing our Future Community Conversation: Online
Wed, Sept 15, 12:00 pm - League of Women Voters Present Hot Topic: Zoom
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Medical Interpreter Training Offered by The Glades Initiative
This is a 40-hour basic training for bilingual individuals interested in medical or community interpreting. Participants must attend all 5 days to complete the course. Topics covered: Consecutive Interpretation; Specialized Terminology, such as Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology; Common Medical Problems; Code of Ethics; Multicultural Awareness; Interpreter Skill Development.
WHEN: Friday, Oct 1, 8, 15, 21 & 29, 2021 (Every Friday in Oct) | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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The Glades Initiative's Food Distribution
The Glades Initiative offers food distribution to anyone. Those coming in cars are asked to line up as usual beside the office at 149 SE Avenue D for drive-through pick-up on Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come-first-serve basis.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 8, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Best Practices for Responding to Cyber Incidents by SCORE PBC
This webinar will teach you: What is an incident response plan and why do you need one; Step by Step guide for what to do after a cyberattack; Ways to proactively mitigate the impact of an attack before it happens.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 8, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Glades S.T.A.R. System of Care Meeting
Glades S.T.A.R. System of Care meeting will be Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 8, 2021 | 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Securing our Future Community Conversation Virtual Event
Securing Our Future Initiative with PBC Community Services will be hosting a virtual community conversation around ways to improve support services to help families in Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept 14, 15, 2021 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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League of Women Voters Present: Hot Topic via Zoom
Michael Burke will be sharing an update on the Palm Beach County School District's next five-year Strategic Plan and on the renewal of the 2018 Referendum.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 15, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Heart of the Matter: Education & Digital Divide in PBC, presented by United Way of PBC
A panel of local nonprofit and community leaders will discuss the innovative strategies to tackle the digital divide in Palm Beach County and explain the impact limited access to technology has had on students.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 15, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Road to Success Free Career Workshops
Road to Success is an 8-week series of free career workshops for women over age 25 to
enhance their professional development. Whether you are employed, underemployed, or
seeking employment, these sessions are designed to help you.
WHEN: Thursdays, Sept 30 - Nov 18, 2021 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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The Crossroads City Market at South Bay
The Crossroads City Market at South Bay will be opening in October.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 9, 2021 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bay, FL 33493
CONTACT: For more information contact the City of South Bay at 561-996-6751
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COVID-19: Growing Virus Risk |
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FREE COVID-19 Vaccines at Lakeside Medical Center
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County mobile bus will be providing COVID-19 vaccines free-of-charge at Lakeside Medical Center. No appointments necessary.
WHEN: Monday-Friday | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center Parking Lot, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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PBC School District Announces Voluntary Testing and Vaccination Sites
WHERE: West Technical Education Center, 2625 NW 16th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
(Dates announced soon)
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PBC Provides Updated Information about COVID Testing, Vaccinations, and Treatment
Palm Beach County's latest press briefing offers updated information about COVID testing, vaccinations, and treatment.
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The Glades Initiative's Food Distribution
The Glades Initiative offers food distribution to anyone. Those coming in cars are asked to line up as usual beside the office at 149 SE Avenue D for drive-through pick-up on Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come-first-serve basis.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 8, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 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 the 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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Rental Assistance Available for Undocumented Households Impacted by COVID-19
The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County has expanded its Rapid Response Eviction Assistance Program to assist undocumented households impacted by COVID-19. This program will provide legal representation and rental assistance to undocumented tenant households that have experienced loss of income, reduction in hours, or unemployment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eligibility:
-Must not be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
-Must reside in Palm Beach County
-Applicant must be a renter (mortgage assistance not available)
-3-day notice, demand for rent, evictions complaint/summons, documentation impending eviction or homelessness
-Proof of COVID related financial hardship
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Clerk Report: News from Clerk of the Court & Comptroller of Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County taxpayers have until September 13 to petition the county’s Value Adjustment Board, or VAB, regarding their property’s market value, classification, or an exemption.
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Mentor Monthly: News from Take Stock in Children PBC
"We did it! We made it through the first month of the school year. We welcome our new College Readiness coaches, our first group of new students, and the returning students. All students are matched with a mentor and many mentor and mentee teams are already meeting."
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The Friday 5: News from PBC School District, Sept 3, 2021
Learn what the School District of Palm Beach County has been doing by reading the latest issue of The Friday 5.
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Sept 1, 2021
Palm Beach County provides a hospital report, and much more, in the newest edition of Count-e-News.
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Birth to 22 September 2021 Newsletter
Get the latest information about Birth to 22: United for Brighter Futures by reading their Sept 2021 newsletter.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Sept 7, 2021
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
The Glades Initiative, Inc.
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Meaningful Career Opportunities at The Glades Initiative Inc: 2 Positions Open!
We are hiring! Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the residents of the Glades? Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Come join us at The Glades Initiative!
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the words FRONT DESK POSITION in the title of the email.
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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., 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Healthy Babies, Healthy Children, Healthy Life, a Symposium
Have you ever heard of Adverse Babyhood Experiences (ABEs)-which are distinct from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)? Do you wonder how healing, prevention, and building resiliency can mitigate trauma? Then this symposium is for you!
WHEN: Thursday, Sept 30, 2021 | 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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PBC Schools: Important Update to Protocols for Athletic Events
As part of an ongoing effort to keep students and visitors in the Palm Beach County School District safe, protocols for all athletic events have been updated.
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CareerSource PBC's Young Adult Program
CareerSource of Palm Beach County invites you to participate in the Young Adult Program. Access career prep, paid internships, on-the-job training, scholarships, and much more! For residents 16-24, who are not enrolled in school.
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Scholarships: CDL Class A Training at West Tech
West Tech will begin to accept applications for the scholarship on Monday, August 30th beginning at 8:00 am. NOTE: West Tech is signing up 24 scholarship applicants now and it is anticipated that the class will begin in February 2022.
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Multiple Lake Okeechobee Locations
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in the Lake Okeechobee PALMOUT3, CLV10A, and LZ40 water bodies. This is in response to surface water samples taken on August 25th, 2021. The public should exercise caution in and around these areas.
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Upcoming Webinars from the Small Business Administration
Click below to check out this month's seminars presented free by the Small Business Administration.
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Practical Ways to Soothe Nerves and Fears, by the Center for Child Counseling
Growing up has never been easy - children have always faced the challenges of making friends, adapting to new environments, and coping with the ups-and-downs of family life. But, these days, children have the added stressors of technology, social media, exposure to global crises, and a worldwide pandemic.
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The Friday 5: News from PBC School District, Aug 27, 2021
Learn what the School District of Palm Beach County has been doing by reading the latest issue of The Friday 5.
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The Skidmore Scoop: House District 81, Aug 27, 2021
Get the latest update from the Florida House of Representative for District 81, Kelly Skidmore.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
The Glades Initiative, Inc.
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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.
or (561) 996-3310.*
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