Community Resource Updates
For Up-to-date Information on the Coronavirus in Worcester
Go To:
http://www.worcesterma.gov/coronavirus
A COVID-19 Information Line has been established at 508-799-1019. The line provides facts and information about COVID-19, how to stop the spread, what to do if someone is experiencing symptoms and quarantine information. The line will be available in multiple languages.
Massachusetts 2-1-1 will now provide real-time COVID-19 information, resources, and referrals in multiple languages
.
Another Great Clearinghouse of Community Updates is Worcester Mutual Aid Face Book Page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/MutualAidWorcester/
A WONDERFUL Resource Guide
for Providers
from Gina Plato Nino of the Central West Justice Center and Worcester Together:
NEW Community Resource Listings
with a quick reference listing for parents in collaboration with WCCC
Updates We Have Just Received:
Children's Friend
NEW Grief Support Group Flyers:
PPAL - The Parent Professional Advocacy League
PPAL has established a new survey for parents of transition age youth (14-27 years). Would you like to share the link in your email blast?
Good Morning PPAL Friends,
We are very excited to share our summer lineup of parent support and events. As you will see we have
some wonderful speakers and topics throughout July and August
. We have plenty of opportunities for sharing and time to learn from some really
awesome
speakers. We are also partnering with the Federation for Children for a special viewing of a great documentary you will not want to miss.
Please share with the parents you support and join us for any of the non sharing meeting events:
July 1 - Parents of Transition Age Youth
Basic Rights to Special Education with Nickie Cardamone from Community Legal Aid
July 9 - Family Network Social
Sharing Meeting
July 15 - Parents of Transition Age Youth
Sharing Meeting
July 23 - Family Network Social
DMH Service Authorization and more with Carly Sebastian from the Department of Mental Health
August 5 - Parents of Transition Age Youth
What is "HYPE" all about with Dylan St. Germain from ACR/iSPARC
August 13 - Family Network Social
Sharing Meeting
August 19 - Parents of Transition Age Youth
Sharing Meeting
August 27 - Family Network Social
"The Kids We Lose" A thought provoking documentary film screening
We hope to see you soon and have a happy and safe summertime ahead!!
The Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts
Is offering a FREE, fun and easy activity that we will do online with girls entering Kindergarten and 1
st
grade. We ask that you present this information to your families. Please let me know if you have any questions or if there is anything the Girl Scouts maybe able to do to assist you and the families you serve. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Do you have a rising kindergartner or first grader at home? Let Girl Scouts help keep her engaged, inspired and CONNECTED!
Sign up
for a FREE, fun and easy activity that we will do with her online with the supplies sent to your home. You can also call to sign up 413-584-2602 or 508-365-0115. Help her get a taste of the excitement that Girl Scouts has to offer!
¿Tiene un niño de kínder o de primer grado en su casa? ¡Deje que las Girl Scouts la ayuden a mantenerse comprometida, inspirada y CONECTADA!
Regístrese
para una actividad GRATUITA, divertida y fácil que haremos con ella en línea con los suministros enviadosa su casa. También puede llamar para inscribirse 413-584-2602 o 508-365-0115. ¡ Ayúdala a probar la emoción que las Girl Scouts tiene para ofrecer!
Monica Baldyga
Director of Membership
Worcester ACTS (Addresses Childhood Trauma)
Trauma Training Tuesdays
Free Zoom Lecture Series
First and Third Tuesday of the Month
12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M.
The Tuesday Trauma Training Series is intended to build a more trauma informed community in Worcester. We prefer to do the series live but are learning ways to feel connected during this time of being homebound. It is meant to build knowledge about the impact trauma has on individuals and in communities throughout the life cycle. Local experts will share an aspect of trauma and resilience. When we better understand specific traumatic experiences and build trauma informed systems, we will reap the benefits of a more connected and nurturing community. Presenters will take audience questions in the live zoom, and the presentation will be digitally achieved for sharing and on demand viewing. More details to come of upcoming sessions. No need to rsvp to join, and feel free to share!
Upcoming Sessions-
View Past Sessions-
Robb Zarges & Lynn Tesconi of CASA – Trauma of Child Maltreatment
https://clarku.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=0665c49d-49a0-4354-8788-abce0131feea
Jeff Lafata- Hernandez & Krystal Linn of EPIC- Trauma of Disability
https://clarku.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=6bbe8b29-a867-4595-8567-abc0013703a9
Deborah Hall, Craig Mortley, Vanessa Urbina, Elizabeth Rhodes & Amanda Mattingly of the YWCA- The Trauma of Domestic Violence
https://clarku.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=f2e7eb26-99d7-4ca1-8d76-abb20140b473
Raquel Castro-Corazzini & Kathy Esparza of Youth Opportunities of Worcester- Health Disparities
https://clarku.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=e63af173-8708-4178-94c3-aba40133ff57&fbclid=IwAR0W5i_vrqCg4YDKDQk22eUT42ppqY7cv3PM-nAUDBv8X1eQOyIPnZpRPq8
Amy Ebbeson of Worcester Addresses Childhood Trauma- Trauma Overview & Covid Response
https://clarku.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx…
Rev Aaron Payson of Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester- Pandemic Response
https://www.facebook.com/1714191661933796/videos/1790404531101578/
Racial Trauma Webinar-Thursday, 7/9/2020 1-3pm
As a follow-up to the Racial Trauma policy brief please join us for a webinar to hear from our experts about this topic and ask questions. The policy brief shared findings on the effects of racial trauma on Black and African-American youth as well as best practices for addressing the effects of racial trauma.
Please double check your email address as you will receive the webinar link after registration.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1D0HsAfLq_z55W9qf95H-NntoyoYhklxW0C4xt7VOLSwCww/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1
YWCA of Central MA
Join us for our 134th Annual Meeting and Election on June 16!
The Annual Membership Meeting is an opportunity to learn about the YWCA’s progress on community centered initiatives and to recognize and honor our volunteers and donors. It’s also a time for our members to elect individuals to the Board of Directors and the Nominating/Governance Committee.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s
Annual Meeting will be held virtually via Zoom Video Conference on Tuesday, June 16, at 4:00 p.m.
WE HOPE YOU’LL CONNECT WITH US!
https://ywcacm.org/annual-meeting-registration/
Children's Turst
Training Updates:
Recent Posts:
Worcester Public Schools:
W
PS Information Session for Community Partners on Supporting English Learner Students and their Families during the Summer
Tuesday June 9th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Come join us for a live info session on how to support English Learner students and their families navigate the Worcester Public Schools (WPS) website, access information in their language, location information regarding summer opportunities. We will also provide updates and guidance on how students can apply for virtual summer programs and details about parent webinars being held over the summer.
It will also be an opportunity to hear your feedback!
To access the Zoom Link and/or for more information
email Julie Taka at takaj@worcesterschools.net
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kIJBLsGOfP-0JryiMFhuvxOcb3Z5XeCYmSzaLijG0TQ/edit#
Worcester Public Library
Virtual Programs and Classes for Adults at WPL - Summer 2020:
Angel's Net Foundation
Workforce Training starting 6/15!!
Advisory Committee on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Newsletter
Adcare
You are invited to the
VIRTUAL- Setting and Maintaining Professioanl Boundaries(716)
scheduled on
Friday, June 12, 2020.
Below are the details pertaining to this training.
PRESENTED BY:
CHRISTOPHER GREEN
TIME:
9:30 AM- 12:30 PM BOTH DAYS
LOCATION
:
ZOOM Meeting
ZOOM MEETING LINK WIL BE SENT OUT CLOSER TO THE TRAINING
REGISTRATION FEE:
$20
PAYABLE TO ADCARE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE, INC.
MAIL PAYMENT TO: 5 NORTHAMPTON STREET, WORCESTER, MA 01605
**IF YOU ARE PAYING WITH A PERSONAL CHECK OR COMPANY CHECK, PLEASE INCLUDE A COPY OF YOUR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAIL WITH THE PAYMENT.**
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
: 2.25- SOCIAL WORK CREDITS ARE PENDING
TO REGISTER: CLICK THE "REGISTER' BUTTON ON THE SUMMARY LINK PAGE ABOVE ^^
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT:
Gina Colon
508.752.7313
Open Sky
We hope you're planning to join us for tomorrow morning's live broadcast for the Virtual Valley Friendship Tour.
There'll be
music, celebrity guests, special offers and prizes.
We've worked hard to make it an event to remember, so check it out!
The fun begins at 10AM and will go until 11:30.
Click here
to
watch on the Open Sky website
or
Click here
to
watch it live on Facebook.
Remember,
the broadcast doesn't begin until 10AM Saturday morning
.
And don't forget to send us pictures of you and yours participating in the Tour.
We'll be sharing them tomorrow morning.
Check out this photo of participants from one of Open Sky's programs. They certainly seem to be in the spirit!
https://www.openskycs.org/ways-to-help/valley-friendship-tour.html
The Bridge Training Institute
Friday, June 19, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
The Essentials of Self Care in Clinical Practice: Going Beyond Mindfulness
With Daniel Jacobs, Ed.M., M.B.A., Psy.D.
Location
This training will be held online
Registration fee:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
Recent Posts:
City of Worcester Human Rights Commission
To Our City:
City of Worcester Youth Services Division
Take the Worcester Together Youth Survey!
MassHire
Invites Job Seekers to Join the…
MASSHIRE CENTRAL CAREER CENTER
VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
!
Thursday, June 4
th
, 2020
From 12pm (noon) to 4:30pm
Featuring employers from multiple industries such as:
• 48Forty Solutions
• AllCare Plus Pharmacy
• Grafton Job Corps
• Guardian Angel Senior Services
• HMEA
• Riverside Community Care
• SAS Retail Services LLC
• CareOne Millbury
• Center for Living & Working, Inc.
• Imperial Distributors
• Industrial Transfer & Storage, Inc.
• Schneider
• Charter Communications/Spectrum
• Key Program, Inc.
• Lyneer Staffing Solutions
• SERVPRO of Worcester
• Seven Hills Foundation
• Combined Insurance
• Community Healthlink
• Mace Polymers and Additives, Inc.
• Monroe Staffing
• SnapChef
• Cytiva
• Davis Companies
• Open Sky Community Services
• Premier Home Health Care Services
• TRANZACT
• UNFI
• Dunkin'
• Eastridge Workforce Solutions
• Expert Staffing
• Prince Telecom
• Professional Medical Services, Inc.
• Venture Community Services
• AND MORE!!!
CLICK HERE
to view full Employer List and Open Positions!
How it Works:
- During the Virtual Job Fair, job seekers will be able to visit each employer’s “virtual booth”. The virtual booth will feature an employer and what jobs they are hiring for.
- If a job seeker is interested in an employer’s job opportunity, they can contact a recruiter from that employer directly through the MassHire website.
- Job seekers should be prepared to share their resume or a professional summary about themselves with the employers, so the employers can see if they’re a good candidate for their jobs.
- If an employer thinks a job seeker is a good candidate for their job, they will reach out to them directly during the Virtual Job Fair event to set up next steps in the application process.
-
Remember Job Seekers, even in the virtual setting, you're making key first impressions. Be prepared to talk about your background, just as if you were in person. It's a great opportunity!
-
No pre-registration required for job seekers.
-
Free for all job seekers and employers.
Health Law Advocates:
MassHealth and COVID-19 Update: Retroactive Eligibility (Up to 90 Days) for Members Under the Age of 65
We are reaching out to provide important updates about our response to 2019 Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). We thank you for the support you provide individuals to obtain and maintain health coverage especially during this difficult time.
Retroactive Eligibility (Up to 90 Days) for Members Under the Age of 65
MassHealth members who applied on or after March 1, 2020 can request that their start date be retroactive up to 90 days. Eligibility may be requested as early as the first day of the third calendar month before the month of application, but no earlier than March 1, 2020. Important to note, retroactive eligibility does not apply to MassHealth health plan enrollment.
How to Request Retroactive Eligibility (up to 90 days)
MassHealth members can request up to 90 day retroactive eligibility either by:
- • Contacting MassHealth and speaking with our Customer Service representative at (800) 841-2900 TTY: (800) 497-4648; or
- • Submitting a written request to MassHealth. Written requests should include a member's name, date, signature, and social security number or MassHealth ID number and indicate this is a MAGI Retroactive Eligibility request with the requested retroactive start date, or the number of retroactive eligibility days they are requesting.
- o Document Upload through Mahealthconnector.org: Members under the age of 65 and have an existing MAhealthconnector.org account may upload retroactive eligibility requests by using the document upload feature. Documents should be uploaded using the dropdown option: MassHealth - Self-Attestation Form (SAF-CVD) and Retro Eligibility Request
- • Mail:
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Health Insurance Processing Center
P.O. BOX 4405 Taunton, MA 02780; or
Upon request, MassHealth will provide retroactive eligibility for the member in their current MassHealth benefit.
Children's Friend, an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation:
Thanks to the generosity of the Reliant Foundation, Children’s Friend has been able to create a community grief support project that will make available remote peer grief support groups for individuals, families, and healthcare professionals. We are joined in this work by clinicians from two other Seven Hills Foundation Affiliates, Family Services of Central Massachusetts and YOU, Inc. Groups will be offered in Spanish and English. The English versions of the outreach materials are attached.
Grief Support Group for Healthccare Professionals:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l4V6bVVvGnVCz3tFCOiHXxyRzgus9-d9/view?usp=sharing
Grief Support Group for Individuals and Families:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OAskIdCQoiGGky7KWyMKM0okVH9n8HkB/view?usp=sharing
Achipelago Strategies Management Group re. Unemployment Benefits
Good morning,
We are reaching out to invite you to our next town hall. This town hall will provide you with 1) information to guide those you are working with through the process, and 2) details on how they can access the resources we have available to get their claim processed. We will also have time for a live Q&A.
Please join us on Wednesday, June 3rd at 11AM. Here is the information you will need to access the town hall:
Phone: 877-228-2184
PIN: 119384
In the meantime, if you are hearing from constituents related to fraudulent unemployment claims being filed in their name we ask that you direct them to
mass.gov/unemployment-fraud
. More information can be found
here
.
Clinton Early Childhood Resource Center News:
The Worcester Senior Center
is currently closed, however we are offering information and programming via our Facebook page and TV Channel 192.
State Representative David LeBoeuf
Dive In:
Workers Rights and
Occupational Safety
Thursday June 4th at 2:30pm
Join State Representative David LeBoeuf as he facilitates a conversation about workers rights, occupational safety and the impacts of COVID-19.
This is the thirs of a series of conversations hosted by Rep. LeBoeuf to highlight issues the public and policy makers should keep in mind during the ongoing crisis.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀
• Donna Kelly-Williams, RN, President of the Massachusetts Nurses Association
• Kevin Brousseau, Political Director of the Massachusetts AFL-CIO
• Al Vega, Director of Policy and Programs at the Massachusetts Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (MassCOSH)
• Brian Brousseau, President of the Worcester-Fitchburg Building Trades Council and President of Roofers and Waterproofers Local 33
𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
You can submit questions in advance when you sign up with the form linked below, or you can comment during the Facebook Live
https://www.facebook.com/events/2949745978478583/
Unemployment Scam Alert
SCAM ALERT: An international fraud ring has been filing unemployment benefit claims in the names of individuals who have never applied. Residents are learning of this fraud by receiving approval letters when they never have submitted a claim.
If this happens to you or someone you know
The Worcester Seven Hills Family Support Center
Thanks,
Pakachoag Music School
Join us for Harmonies from Home
The Bridge Training Instittute
Friday, June 05, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Cognitive and Behavior Therapies for Psychosis:
Recovery is Possible
with Stefanie Gregware and Andrea Wolloff
Location
This training will be held online
Registration fee
:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
The MA Department of Transitional Assistance:
As you may be aware, DTA recently
received approval
from the USDA to join the SNAP online purchasing program. We are excited to announce that
as of today, May 29, Massachusetts residents can use their SNAP benefits to buy food online
at Amazon and Walmart. Read today’s Press Release
here
. DTA worked quickly with our EBT vendor to set this up. This option promotes equity and safety for our residents receiving SNAP benefits, allowing low-income households access to the same purchasing choices as other shoppers.
To help spread the word, DTA has launched a new website:
Mass.gov/SNAPonline
. The website contains a one-page flyer (English/Spanish, more languages to come), FAQ (English/Spanish), sample social media posts and more. Check it out and please share the materials!
DTA supports the expansion of this program to more retailers, increasing access for MA residence and communities. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) approves all retailers. If you know of any retailers interested in joining, please refer them to the
USDA's website
.
What has been YOUR experience living through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic?
The City of Worcester, Central Massachusetts Regional Public Health Alliance and the University of Massachusetts Medical School are inviting
everyone
who lives in the Worcester area to take an online survey.
The purpose of the survey is to learn more about how the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting the lives of people who live in the Worcester area. We will use this information to help plan programs and services. Your answers will remain anonymous. We are all in this together!
Please take the survey if you live in: Worcester, Shrewsbury, Holden, Grafton, Millbury, Leicester or West Boylston.
The survey will be available in multiple languages. If English is not your preferred language please check back soon.
You may answer the survey for yourself or for someone you take care of. Please click on the link below that is best for you:
F
rom Gina Plato Nino of The Central West Justice Center on Public Benefit Updates:
- Food assistance in Worcester:
- WTG has organized a system to assist families with food insecurity through the FRC. Please share with us any food resources your organization may have so that we can let people know. Please fill in your information here.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BenPSEMoOuozxFuWU1D9T8wrTuKga0ne/view?usp=sharing
- Pandemic SNAP-
- P-EBT benefits are extra money to buy food for households with students who would have received free and reduced-priced school meals, but have been unable to due to school closures.
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tg_rcjiNWYFZz-RPJgHsiN2PvPFv-Quz/view?usp=sharing
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-MUfvlMwqQDv3QS6im9U8O1NBG5m4bW2/view?usp=sharing
- Families do not need to “apply” for P-EBT, but they do need to be approved for SNAP, approved for free/reduced-price free meals, or be in a CEP school district.
- Households with eligible children will be receiving $5.70 per student per day of school closure.
- P-EBT benefits can be spent in the same way as SNAP.
- P-EBT benefits are available to eligible households regardless of immigration status and are not considered for public charge.
- Current DTA households will get their P-EBT benefits on their existing EBT card.
- Non-DTA households will be mailed a preloaded P-EBT card per student. A letter will be mailed first and then the card. See attached flyer from project bread for more questions.
- Please check MA P-EBT website. It has excellent client fliers (in multiple languages) and additional resources for schools, retailers, public officials. To access flyers in different languages please click on the Partners link.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fe2JRksoK_LsCkUS4_SSYcwfz5WFgN8H/view?usp=sharing
- Rent Assistance
- Please remind folks that the eviction moratorium does not mean people do not have to pay to their rent. It is very important they speak to their landlord. If they have arrears they can contact CMHA at hc@cmhaonline.org or call 508-791-7265 ext. 172.
- Reminder No SNAP 3-month time limit for ABAWDs!
- The 3 month time limit on the “able bodied without dependents” (ABAWD) population was effectively suspended April 1 due to COVID-19, thanks to a provision in the Families First Act.
- How you can help:
- Any 18-50 year olds living with SNAP households but not getting SNAP should be put on the household’s benefit. You can help flag those cases for DTA and ask to have them included in the household's SNAP benefit. The household can make the request through DTA Connect (upload a statement asking to put XYZ onto the case; or you can call the DTA Ombuds at 617-348-5354 or DTA Assistance Line for the client.
- Any 18-50 year old living alone, whether or not they got SNAP before, should file a SNAP application. Even if an individual “timed out” in the past, they can apply for SNAP now. And if they have their old EBT card, that can be reactivated (no need for a new EBT card unless defective).
- Reminder you can apply for cash benefits on line and via phone- see attached flyers.
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/16Id2ROu76z1ElJSX-s0G0GH8Vc929n4V/view?usp=sharing
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_ToN_d3IjWfb8MbyoQHoFL9fIAOgfGv2/view?usp=sharing
- SNAP is a great program but it can only be used to purchase food. We know our families are struggling to make rent payments and buy hygiene products. If you have low income families please encourage them to apply for cash benefits.
- Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) and a state cash program called Emergency Aid to Elders, Disabled and Children (EAEDC). These program s provide small cash allowances to help pay for basic needs.
- You can apply online: DTAConnect.org
- Telephone : Call your local DTA office: Worcester: 508-767-3100, Fitchburg: 978-665-8700, Southbridge : 508-765-2400
- New automated ways to request EBT card
- DTA has created 2 automated ways to request a card (options without having to talk to a worker) - via the Assistance Line or the DTAConnect.com online portal (not the mobile app). For clients who need a card, we highly recommend requesting a card via these options where possible. Please continue sharing cases where folks are not able to access their benefits because they have not yet gotten an EBT card. We are worried about these families.
- Go to DTAConnect.com and request an EBT card through logging on to the online portal. under 'My Info', click “view more” and then click on Request an EBT Card.
- Follow the prompts for reporting a lost/stolen EBT card on the DTA Assistance Line (once entered SSN and year of birth).
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ttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1BenPSEMoOuozxFuWU1D9T8wrTuKga0ne/view?usp=sharing
- CLA/CWJC videos
- Every Thursday at 11:00 am we will be posting short videos for our clients to watch on our CWJC Facebook page. We will be providing information on SNAP, TAFDC/EAEDC, Unemployment, Housing, etc. We will be answering general questions while the video is airing. https://www.facebook.com/cwjusticecenter/
- CLA Unemployment Project
- o CLA has started a project, using trained volunteers, including lawyers and law students, to file claims for people not able to manage the process on their own.
- For assistance with filing an online Unemployment Insurance claim, CALL 855-CLA-LEGAL (852-252-5342) OR apply online https://communitylegal.org/get-help/how-get-help. Someone from CLA will contact you.
- Gig economy workers, self employed workers, and others can now file for unemployment in Mass.
- Workers can now file for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) through DUA at Mass.gov/PUA. Many workers who were not eligible under regular UI ARE eligible for PUA. For example:
- Self-employed individuals, including gig workers, freelancers, and independent contractors (e.g. uber/lyft drivers)
- Those seeking part-time employment
- Those with insufficient work history to qualify for regular UI
- All workers who get UI- either through the regular UI program or through PUA - should get $600/week on top of their base UI amount. This $600/week payment will continue until the end of July. For a guide on UI and to learn more, visit: Masslegalhelp.org/covid-19-unemployment
- Public Charge Help referral:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EEUs4UnSB0bcmPBySxurTQPZhvT6R-JX/view?usp=sharing
Gina Plato Nino
Invites Job Seekers to Join the…
MASSHIRE CENTRAL CAREER CENTER
VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
!
Thursday, June 4
th
, 2020
From 12pm (noon) to 4:30pm
Featuring employers from multiple industries such as:
• AllCare Plus Pharmacy
• Guardian Angel Senior Services
• Riverside Community Care
• Care-One Millbury
• HMEA
• SAS Retail Services LLC
• Center for Living & Working, Inc.
• Imperial Distributors
• Servpro of Worcester
• Combined Insurance
• Industrial Transfer & Storage, Inc
• Seven Hills Foundation
• Community Healthlink
• Lyneer Staffing Solutions
• TRANZACT
• Dunkin'
• Mace Polymenrs and Additives, Inc.
• UNFI
• Eastridge Workforce Solutions
• Open Sky Community Services
• Venture Community Services
• Grafton Job Corps
• Prince Telecom
AND MORE!!!
CLICK HERE
to view full Employer List and Open Positions!
How it Works:
- During the Virtual Job Fair, job seekers will be able to visit each employer’s “virtual booth”. The virtual booth will feature an employer and what jobs they are hiring for.
- If a job seeker is interested in an employer’s job opportunity, they can contact a recruiter from that employer directly through the MassHire website.
- Job seekers should be prepared to share their resume or a professional summary about themselves with the employers, so the employers can see if they’re a good candidate for their jobs.
- If an employer thinks a job seeker is a good candidate for their job, they will reach out to them directly during the Virtual Job Fair event to set up next steps in the application process.
-
Remember Job Seekers, even in the virtual setting, you're making key first impressions. Be prepared to talk about your background, just as if you were in person. It's a great opportunity!
-
No pre-registration required for job seekers.
-
Free for all job seekers and employers.
Triumph in Taunton
Our friend and fellow GRG support group facilitator, Roseanne Taylor from Triumph in Taunton, is having a Zoom "Lunch and Learn" meeting on Friday, June 5th at noon with Elder Law Attorney re: estate planning, particularly in light of COVID-19. She has offered to open this zoom workshop to grandparents raising grandchildren and relative caregivers throughout Massachusetts. If you would like to participate, or you know of grandparents and relative caregivers in your support groups that might like to participate, you should reach out to Roseanne through e-mail to register.
Topic: Elder Law Attorney, Jane Sullivan Lunch and Learn
Time: Jun 5, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Colleen Pritoni
Elders Services of Worcester
ESWA Meals on Wheels News & Updates
Message from the President of Quinsigamond Community College:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n37H3XpzL8fmtmR65A_-qGKKvSEGQ5vt/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W-O-Ixe1j20nBupl6KKcqJb9qaVwetHm/view?usp=sharing
Office of the Attorney General's Office
Good afternoon! I hope this email finds you well.
This is Ally Lowitz, reaching out on behalf of the Office of Attorney General Maura Healey’s Community Engagement Division with our most recent online trainings schedule. As summer planning makes its’ transition to remote programming, we will continue to offer these webinars on a variety of topics. We are also happy to schedule a private webinar for you and your team, class, or community
Please join us for any of the following presentations and stay tuned for more -
register using our
Eventbrite
and selecting the respective date.
- • Unauthorized Practice of Immigration Law Webinar – Monday, June 1st 2:00 PM
- • COVID-19 Identity Theft, Scams, and Warnings – Wednesday, June 3rd 10:30 AM
- • CORI Rights Webinar – Friday, June 5th 2:00 PM
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or would like to schedule a training. Thank you so much!
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation
Please join us!
Worcester Together
Biweekly Update
for Nonprofits
Friday, June 5 at 11:00 AM
via Zoom!
Special Discussion:
Contingency Planning to Build a Better “New Normal”
Adcare
As we continue to navigate these unique times AdCare continues to accept patients into our level 4 detox and provide the highest level of care for those affected by substance use.
For admissions please call 800-ALCOHOL or myself at 508-525-5974. If patient is currently in
ED
or
hospital
and seeking inpatient treatment, please fax admissions 508-453-3064
I am happy to follow up with hospital referrals and assist, you can email/call me at;
jcavaioli@adcare.com
or 508-525-5974
Worcester Outpatient
Virtual Family Education Group
starts tonight! See attached flyer for information!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17J2tRYSpdMieB_Ak6qmw-upPEMprn5mo/view?usp=sharing
IOP groups are running virtual 7 days: 830-1130 and 9-12
Evening IOP running virtual: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 6-930
Early Recovery Groups are running, this option is discussed during the intake process with the client.
Intakes are started by phone when clients call in and completed via Telehealth with a clinician, (if the client does not have access to a computer they do have the option to complete the intake over the phone with a clinician). The goal is for the intakes to be complete same day or within 24 hours. If you run into any problems please let me know.
Individual counseling is an option and done through Telehealth.
We are doing drug screens when necessary and required.
Please call the Worcester Outpatient office 508-453-3053 (or your nearest office) with name, phone number and insurance information for same day assessment.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_P4lAsScBCmw_dImRMtns4q4AMDVv5Sd/view?usp=sharing
MA Department of Developmental Services
The Supporting Families with ID-DD Workshop on April 17th has been shifted to a Zoom training. Please see the attached flyer with the new dates and time -this is now a two part training. Please register to receive the Zoom link and conference materials.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VWWUxSmQ_YJIBrshtpKWriIhWLiL9JwB/view?usp=sharing
Lake Avenue Recovery
Attached is the brochure for the new OP SA services, Lake Ave Recovery, as described by Ashley Maroney in our call last week (
amaroney@lakeaverecovery.com
).
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zUX9jxTiuOgDYW0NEYwljD2l7NT7wV8z/view?usp=sharing
One Worcester
Free Webinar: Immigration Law and Policy for Nonprofit Leaders Responding to COVID 19
Join ONE Worcester's Board Chair, Attorney Alex Mooradian, for a free webinar on immigration law and policy affecting vulnerable immigrant populations in Worcester County. The COVID 19 pandemic has brought new challenges to those our nonprofit community serves, including those who are undocumented and/or living in mixed-status households. The pandemic has also added some complexity and urgency to certain humanitarian claims such as asylum and immigrant juvenile status. On Thursday, June 4, at 1PM, Attorney Mooradian will present for 40 minutes and then conduct a live Q&A via Zoom, covering:
--Impacts of COVID 19 on immigration benefits
--Fears that clients and constituents have about accepting public benefits (and dispelling rumors)
--Resources for employment, food, shelter, counseling, legal, and social support for immigrants in Worcester County
--Humanitarian benefits such as asylum, DACA, TPS, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and when to refer to an attorney.
This program is designed for non-profit leaders and community stakeholders that work with immigrant populations (no legal expertise necessary).
Attorney Mooradian is the Board Chair at ONE Worcester. He is a Partner at Glickman, Sugarman, Kneeland and Gribouski, focusing on family-based and humanitarian immigration law. Mooradian has represented many refugees, asylum-seekers, immigrant juveniles, and immigrants using family-based visas before the Boston Immigration Court, USCIS (local and appeals offices), the Federal District Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the Trial Courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Topic: Immigration Webinar
Time: Jun 4, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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The Grandparents Commission:
The GP Commission is working with a team at UMass to develop regional roundtables to support grandparents and relative caregivers. In the development of this work, the team created a survey to get a sense of what topics would be good for discussion during these meetings. The roundtables will be for providers, agencies, and support group facilitators – not the grandparents. The roundtables are to coordinate information, share information and resources, and identify gaps in services in different regions throughout the state.
If you could take 2 minutes to complete the survey below we would be grateful.
Autism Information:
And finally, I’d like to again offer an original piece on how to create a safe and fun backyard for kids who have autism. ‘Tis the season for outdoor playtime, so I think it will be really helpful for your readers!
New Life Worship Center:
Blessing everyone,
This message is to inform you that this year’s 10th Anniversary celebration of New Life Health & Safety Fair on June 27, 2020 will be Cancel
Thank You
James Cuadrado
Community Coordinator
Centro de Adoracion Vida Nueva
| New Life Worship Center
9 Piedmont Street Worcester MA, 01610| 774-239-4541
The Bridge Training Center
Friday, June 05, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Cognitive and Behavior Therapies for Psychosis:
Recovery is Possible
with Stefanie Gregware and Andrea Wolloff
Location
This training will be held online
Registration fee
:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
FREE WEBINAR FROM CENTRAL WEST JUSTICE CENTER:
EMPLOYMENT AND UNEMPLOYMENT LAW 101
FOR EDUCATORS AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROVIDERS
When: Tuesday, June 2, 2020
12:00 – 2:00 P.M.
Please join Central West Justice Center for this free webinar on employment and unemployment
law basics for educators and social service providers. We will cover:
- • Employment laws regarding pay, sick time, and other worker issues
- • Applying for Unemployment Benefits and what to consider
- • How to refer families for free employment and unemployment legal help
Webinar link and materials will be e-mailed upon registration. Please contact Ellen VanScoyoc
State Representative David LeBoeuf
Dive In:Small Business Impact
Friday May 29th at 2:30pm
Join State Representative David LeBoeuf as he facilitates a conversation about small business and the impacts of COVID-19.
This is the second of a series of conversations hosted by Rep. LeBoeuf to highlight issues the public and policy makers should keep in mind during the ongoing crisis.
issues of significance for the public and policy makers.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀
• Tim Murray, President and CEO of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Jeannie Hebert, President and CEO of the Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Rich Cheney, Director of the Small Business Development Center at Clark University
• Kevin Kuros, Central Mass Regional Director at the Massachusetts Office of Business Development
• Jessica Velez, Owner of Sara's Auto Sales and member of the Main South Business Association
𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
You can submit questions in advance when you sign up with the form linked below, or you can comment during the Facebook Live
https://www.facebook.com/events/2495254604119379/
Worcester ACTS
Trauma Training Tuesday
Pandemic Virtual Edition
First & Third Tuesday of the Month
Topic: Trauma of Child Maltreatment
Time: June 2, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 621 730 583
Amy Ebbeson, LCSW
PPAL:
Sharing our June 9th roundtable discussion invite: Roundtable discussion with PPAL: Remote Schooling for Children with Mental Health needs:
Clearway Clinic
Concerned you are pregnant?
In clinic and telehealth appointments now avaiable
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WK-MfVCX_4w-ROkYDnQ89uo1l7IJpd2A/view?usp=sharing
Sheri Burke
Patient Resource Director
Clearway Clinic
MassHIRE
FREE CDL-B Training for
City of Worcester
residents!
Did You Know
?
Commercial Motor Vehicle
operators are in high demand and starting wages for CDL-B drivers can be $17-$20/hr!
The
Worcester Jobs Fund
is recruiting for FREE CDL-B training available to eligible
City of Worcester
residents starting mid-June. The blended training will include online and in-person portions (at the
New England Tractor Trailer School
in Somers, CT). During in-person training, participants and instructors will follow
safety
and
personal protection
measures according to local guidelines.
To be eligible for this training, individuals must meet the following requirements:
- City of Worcester resident
- 18+ years of age
- Valid MA Driver’s License
- Reliable transportation
- Income guidelines
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Applicants must complete drug testing
Learn to Cope
Have you been harmed by Purdue Pharma?
Our friends at Learn to Cope are co-hosting a webinar with the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office to give updates on the Commonwealth's case against Purdue and the Sackler Family. Volunteers from Boston College Law School will help explain how Massachusetts residents can get free help filing individual claims in the bankruptcy case. Bring your questions for panelists.
Webinar dates:
May 20, 2020
May 27, 2020
The deadline to file a claim in the bankruptcy case is June 30th.
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Please-join-us-for-a-webinar-regarding-Purdue-Pharma---Register-Now-.html?soid=1132383217080&aid=kBSQ1eP_4sU
The Central MA Housing Alliance
Job Opportunity
Assistant to the Housing Counseling Program
Position Summary
We are seeking a candidate who is task oriented, positive and energetic, works well as part of a team, is organized, exhibits attention to detail, and is courteous and efficient. A good candidate is someone who is comfortable with computers (proficient Microsoft office suite), generating reports and presentations, as well as managing files, updating paper work, documents, and handling office tasks.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
1.
Responsible for reviewing the Housing Counseling Prevention Data System to ensure that is up to date. Generate reports to CMHA team and funders
2.
Maintain the HC Database, Funds Database, as well as the RAFT Tracker systems
3.
Reconcile funds database
4.
Provide data as needed to the Program Director for grant writing and contract reporting responsibilities
5.
Work with the Housing Counseling team during to triage clients
6.
Review files to present to the Housing Counseling Director for the approval or denial of prevention funding, including payment authorization and tracking changes in funding requirements and/or concerns regarding funding resources
7.
Responsible for accurate funding records and reporting the data to CMHA Executive Director, and Housing Counseling Director on a regular basis
8.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Housing Counseling, Executive Director or Designee
Education
•
Bachelor’s degree or related experience in the field for 3 years
Position Requirements at Time of Hire
•
Proficient Microsoft office
•
Ability to work collaboratively
•
Proficient in data reporting
•
Strong organization skills
•
Excellent customer service
•
Sensitivity toward the needs and challenges of families served
How to Apply
Upcoming Webinar hosted by APSAC & Vincent J. Fontana Center of The New York Foundling
When Faith Hurts: Recognizing and Responding to the Spiritual Impact of Child Abuse
Featuring Victor Vieth, JD, MA
Date:
Thursday, June 4
th
Time:
2:00 pm- 3:00 pm ET
Workshop Description:
In this webinar, participants will get an overview of the large body of research documenting that many abused children are spiritually impacted by trauma and, left unaddressed, these spiritual injuries impair the ability of the child to cope physically and emotionally. This webinar provides concrete suggestions for multidisciplinary teams who encounter this dynamic.
Speaker Bio:
Victor Vieth is currently Director of Education and Research at the Zero Abuse Project. He gained national recognition for his work addressing child abuse as a prosecutor in rural Minnesota. He is the 2018 President of the Academy on Violence and Abuse. He has been instrumental in implementing 22 state and international forensic interview training programs as well as undergraduate and graduate programs on child maltreatment. He has written several books including On This Rock: A call to Center the Christian Response to Child Abuse on the Life and Works of Jesus (Wiff & Stock 2018).
We are now offering Psychology CEU Credits!
Jewish Family Services
Tuesday, June 16, 9:30 - 11
Part 2: Thinking about Trauma & Resilience in Parent-Child Pairs
•
What are the effects of un-treated trauma on parenting skills?
•
What is childhood trauma like for parents and children?
•
What are the goals of helping parents & children impacted by trauma?
•
How can relationships protect against the effects of trauma?
Meeting ID: 817 6010 2390
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JF&CS
The Bridge Training Institute
Friday, June 19, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
The Essentials of Self Care in Clinical Practice: Going Beyond Mindfulness
With Daniel Jacobs, Ed.M., M.B.A., Psy.D.
Location
This training will be held online
Registration fee:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
QCC College and Career Navigator
CONNECT BULLETIN
To CBO’s From Dawn Buddington, College and Career Navigator
STAYING CONNECTED
An Open Letter to MASSHire Staff, Clients and Community
Hello Everyone!
I understand that there are many uncertainties facing staff and clients. Your expertise and connection with clients is even more invaluable.
This bulletin is a quick way to keep you up to date with QCC News and connected with me. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me directly using my qcc phone number and or email.
Also, for quickness and simplicity, please have your clients and partners contact me using my QCC email (508-854-4453) or my email
dbuddington@qcc.mass.edu
An Important Message from President Pedraja to the Community
UPDATES
TEAS Remote Testing Option Available- One of the program admissions requirements for Healthcare programs.
Here is the link to the Information and Registration page:
Southbridge High School is New Site for the QCC Southbridge Campus Testing Option Available
MEDA
Eating Disorder Program Offerings
Newsletter
MassHire Central
EOLWD/MDCS has received $6,993,000 to provide disaster-relief assistance to eligible organizations through temporary employment of eligible individuals across the state. This effort will help to employ dislocated workers in tasks related to clean-up and recovery or related to the delivery of appropriate humanitarian assistance in the aftermath of the disaster or emergency.
Right now the state is looking for organizations looking to be "host worksites" to apply to be part of the project. These sites would host kitchen prep staff, cooks, supervisors, and delivery drivers. More details about the project can be found in the attached Powerpoint and there is a webinar happening for all organizations interested in becoming host sites THIS FRIDAY:
Massachusetts COVID-19 Disaster Recovery DWG
Friday, May 22, 2020
10:30am – 12pm
On behalf of the Division of Youth Opportunities
I am forwarding you a link to our "COVID-19 Youth Needs Survey" and short blurb to go with it. If you could please include this in the next WCCC community update/newsletter and send out to your networks that would be much appreciated.
COVID-19 Youth Needs Survey
This survey is meant to identify the specific current needs youth are facing, especially related to mental health. The data from this survey will support many efforts across the city taken on by different groups working to provide access to educational opportunities, social-emotional learning, and mental health support for youth/ These working groups include but are not limited to the Worcester's Governance Council for Children, Youth, and Families, and the WEC Education Roundtable.
Please share widely with your networks, with the youth you are connected to, and on your social media platforms! For specific questions, please contact The Division of Youth Opportunities via email at
youth@worcesterma.gov
.
Learn to Cope
Have you been harmed by Purdue Pharma?
Our friends at Learn to Cope are co-hosting a webinar with the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office to give updates on the Commonwealth's case against Purdue and the Sackler Family. Volunteers from Boston College Law School will help explain how Massachusetts residents can get free help filing individual claims in the bankruptcy case. Bring your questions for panelists.
Webinar dates:
May 20, 2020
May 27, 2020
The deadline to file a claim in the bankruptcy case is June 30th.
Office of Attorney General Maura Healy
This is Allyson Lowitz contacting you on behalf of the Office of Attorney General Maura Healey’s Community Engagement Division. I hope you are safe and healthy - thank you so much for the services and support you continue to provide our communities.
We have been hosting online webinars as a way to continue our goal of delivering pertinent information to residents of the Commonwealth. These presentations are open to the public and inform communities about their rights and responsibilities when they are faced with certain issues, and the different resources our office has to offer.
Next week, we are dedicating our trainings to the YOUTH of our community!
Join us for presentations on youth workers’ rights, the rights and responsibilities you gain once you turn 18 years old, and financial literacy for young adults –
you can register and share these trainings by using our on our
Teen Trainings Eventbrite
.
These presentations come to you as a sneak peek of programs we will offer throughout the summer, as we all transition to planning remote summer activities. Please let us know if you’d like to schedule a private webinar for your organization by responding to this email. Stay well, and remember that our office is here to help in any way that we can. Thank you!
The Parent Professional Advocacy League of MA
Perkins:
THE CONROY SPEAKERS SERIES PRESENTS...
MARJATTA MOIMAS
Mindful Living During a Pandemic
THURSDAY, JUNE 4
AN ONLINE-ONLY VIRTUAL EVENT
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Join us for an updated version of our rescheduled event. In “Mindful Living During a Pandemic” (a trauma-sensitive approach) we'll practice introductory techniques and learn about the importance of mindfulness during this challenging time with Marjatta Moimas, Qualified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher.
Marjatta is trained in making meditation safe and inclusive for trauma survivors as well as in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).
If you previously registered for our event back in March, please re-register with the button below.
An email with the event link will be sent to you upon registration
.
All Conroy Speakers Series events are
FREE!
Let a friend know and spread the word.
Office of Economic Empowerment
Just sharing the invitation to OEE’s upcoming Money Talk Tuesday! Next week, we will be speaking with Todd Ostrowski, a Math and Finance Teacher, on ways parents can talk to their kids about money! There will also be an opportunity to ask Todd questions live.
Feel free to share on your socials and with your network/participants. If you do share, feel free to tag OEE!
Facebook tag: @EconomicEmpowermentMA
Twitter:@EmpowermentMA
Community Legal Aid
NEWSLETTER
The Bridge Training Institute
Friday, June 19, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
The Essentials of Self Care in Clinical Practice: Going Beyond Mindfulness
With Daniel Jacobs, Ed.M., M.B.A., Psy.D.
Location
This training will be held online
Registration fee:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
Invites You to Join the…
MASSHIRE CENTRAL CAREER CENTER
VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
!
Thursday, June 4
th
, 2020
From 12pm (noon) to 4:30pm
Featuring employers from multiple industries such as:
AllCare Plus Pharmacy - Care-One Millbury - Community Healthlink - Dunkin' - Guardian Angel Senior Services
Eastridge Workforce Solutions - Grafton Job Corps - HMEA - Industrial Transfer & Storage, Inc. - Lyneer Staffing Solutions
Open Sky Community Services - Prince Telecom - Riverside Community Care - SAS Retail Services - Servpro of Worcester
Seven Hills Foundation - TRANZACT - UNFI - Venture Community Services - AND MORE!
How it Works:
- During the Virtual Job Fair, job seekers will be able to visit each employer’s “virtual booth”. The virtual booth will feature an employer and what jobs they are hiring for.
- If a job seeker is interested in an employer’s job opportunity, they can contact a recruiter from that employer directly through the MassHire website.
- Job seekers should be prepared to share their resume or a professional summary about themselves with the employers, so the employers can see if they’re a good candidate for their jobs.
- If an employer thinks a job seeker is a good candidate for their job, they will reach out to them directly during the Virtual Job Fair event to set up next steps in the application process.
-
Remember Job Seekers, even in the virtual setting, you're making key first impressions. Be prepared to talk about your background, just as if you were in person. It's a great opportunity!
-
No pre-registration required for job seekers.
-
Free for all job seekers and employers.
State Representative David LeBoeuf
Dive In:
Impact of COVID-19 Forum Series
May 21st at 2:30pm
Join State Representative David LeBoeuf as he facilitates a conversation about the cannabis industry and the impacts of COVID-19.
Future Topics
Additional forums are in the works! Topics include:
- • Small Business Support
- • Worker Protections
- • Agriculture & Food Security
Check back out the
Facebook
page for information on all upcoming events.
This is the first of a series of conversations hosted by Rep. LeBoeuf to highlight issues the public and policy makers should keep in mind during the ongoing crisis.
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀
• Shaleen Title, Commissioner, Cannabis Control Commission
• David Genereux, Town Administrator of Leicester
• Sam Barber, CEO of Cultivate Holdings
• Nichole Snow, President of the Massachusetts Patient Advocacy Alliance
𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
Project Bread
Here is the website where folks can find many different resources and flyers for communicating with families about school meal sites, P-EBT and more:
https://meals4kids.org/COVID19
I will send more information as it becomes available.
Worcester ACTS
5/19/2020
Trauma Training Tuesday
Pandemic Virtual Edition
First & Third Tuesday of the Month
12:00 P.M.-2:00 P.M
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1avW5aI3oW-0jwP_c3N703jHzwGGA-AM_/view?usp=sharing
NOAR Recovery Center
We will be having our monthly MOAR Worcester County Action for Recovery meeting and we will be joining forces with EDM on tonight, May 18th at 6PM.
Our special featured guest is Worcester County District Attorney Joe Early Jr.!!
DA Early will be talking with us about his new CIMS (Critical Incident Management System) data system that helps reduce overdoses and updates regarding the Worcester County courts . We hope you can join us!!
Here is the zoom link:
Thanks,
Rebecca Zwicker, CARC
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
No One Walks Alone Recovery Support Center
Program Director
Lumaxia
FREE Online Robotic Automation Training
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Beautiful Souls:
2nd Forum n Spanish about IU benefits and PUA
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Literacy Volunteers:
We are excited to announce that our summer course registration is now open! Our summer English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) courses will be online this year via Zoom. Registration will also be online. Courses will start the week of June 8 and end the week of August 3.
Attached are all the necessary information for registration. Also the student can access our
website
.
Come Learn ESOL With Us:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JCYJmPf3xRvetqb3jiKMLnfjFX1RcYQf/view?usp=sharing
Summer Citizenship & Civics Class:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1G3otbn66up4zpOJ-aE4xfU7ubTmwiDQ_/view?usp=sharing
ESOL Course Schedule:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D-fkX7Yss9K4qMW71tvmSZZ3KZZzily4/view?usp=sharing
Strategies for Children:
I am writing to share our family survey – Spanish language edition. This is a survey of
family perspectives on child care
. We have had more than 2,000 responses to the
English version
, and now we want to boost the Spanish responses. Please share with your networks if you can, and let me know if you have any questions.
Estrategias para Niños (SFC) quiere saber cómo los padres de niños pequeños han estado manejando la pandemia del Coronavirus hasta ahora y cuáles son sus planes para el futuro cercano. Sabemos que todavía hay muchas incertidumbres. Sus respuestas ayudarán a informar la respuesta general hacia el COVID-19 y el apoyo hacia programas de educación temprana en Massachusetts. Para más información, visite la página de respuesta de SFC en:
http://www.strategiesforchildren.org/covid-19.html
Titus DosRemedios
Director of Research and Policy, Strategies for Children
Young Parent Hope Newsletter
From Karina Wallace
The New York Founding
Strengthening the Development of Black Boys 6/9/20 Webinar.
Minerva Deleon
The New York Foundling
Administrative Assistant, Fontana Center and Mental Health Services
Youth Villages
Free Webinar
Serving Transition Age Youth during COVID-19
Dear Christina ,
As we continue to brave the COVID-19 pandemic, serving transition age youth via our LifeSet program has required our teams think differently about how to engage and serve this often challenging population. Please join us on Thursday May 21
st
at 1:30pm for a free webinar where Youth Villages Clinical Manager, Dr. Jacque Cutillo along with a few our LifeSet clinicians will share how our teams are engaging young adults in treatment. Attendees will learn about the unique challenges facing young adults during COVID-19, best practices in engaging these young people in treatment and how to ensure their safety and basic needs are met.
Please register below and forward to anyone you think will be interested. We look forward to seeing you!
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: May 21, 2020 01:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Youth Villages LifeSet Webinar
Register in advance for this webinar:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Jennifer Mack
Director of External Relations
Youth Villages
Alumni American Addiction Centers
Great new tool for
ALUMNI
and
STAFF
from AdCare and other AAC facilities helping us all stay connected. See flyer attached for more information.
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The Bridge Training Institute
Friday, June 05, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Cognitive and Behavior Therapies for Psychosis:
Recovery is Possible
with Stefanie Gregware and Andrea Wolloff
Location
Depending on social distancing practices at the time,
This training will be held either online or live at:
The Courtyard Marriott
75 Felton Street
Marlborough, MA
Registration fee
:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
Free Webinar by ONE Worcester:
Back to Business with Kerry Crutchley, VP of HR at Central One Federal Credit Union
Please join ONE Worcester for its first in a series of free webinars in response to the COVID-19 pandemic on
Thursday, May 21, 2020, 1PM-2PM
, via Zoom (call info below). These webinars will provide essential information as nonprofit leaders navigate the reopening of our City and Commonwealth.
Kerry Crutchley will present for thirty minutes, followed by a live Q&A, covering:
--Developing a Back to Work Plan
--Creating and Motivating a Remote Workforce
--Defining and Managing Essential Employees
--Understanding the Commonwealth's Phased Reopening Plan
Kerry Crutchley is the VP of Human Resources at Central One Federal Credit Union. Ms. Crutchley joined Central One in 2014 and has her SPHR certification, a master’s degree in human resources management and joined the Board of ONE Worcester in 2019 after serving as a skilled volunteer for African Community Education (ACE).
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Family Services of Central Massachusetts, an affiliate of Seven Hills
is pleased to announce, in partnership with Timothy D. Nihill CFP®, CDFA® Founder & CEO and Jyoti Nihill, Divorce Financial Planner of Twin Shores Wealth Management™ a new education program focused on helping people navigate the financial aspects of life. Many people come to Tim and Jyoti asking questions like:
- How can I maximize my savings?
- What if I have children?
- How can I care for my parents?
- Should I invest in stocks?
- Is it better to rent or to buy a home?
- How do I save for my children’s college?
- Should I get a pre-nup or a post-nup?
- Should I invest in stocks?
- What if I want to refinance?
We are pleased to offer you this opportunity to join us and have your many questions answered. We are very aware in the current COVID-19 reality people are scared and need resources to help them make sound decisions for their families.
Download Event Flyer!
Young Parent Hope Newsletter
Together for Kids for Defending Early Years
Guidance for Supporting Young Children Through COVID - 19
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Rez5Bu6QTH854bGqUvJBFVVYtI7Ewrjy/view?usp=sharing
THE VINCENT FONTANA CENTER FOR CHILD PROTECTION
STRENGHENING THE DEVELOPMENT OF BLACK BOYS
WEBINAR
6/9/20 AT 9AM
Child Trauma Training Center at UMass Medical Schools
I would like to share information about our virtual RPC workshop (Resource Parent Curriculum), that is starting on June 2
nd
.
This will be the third virtual RPC group that CTTC have launched since the beginning of COVID-19 crisis. Our goal is to support families caring for children who have experienced trauma, which is especially needed during times of social crisis. Two groups are currently running during the day time. In addition, due to many caregivers not having a childcare during the day, we are now offering an evening group. We also continue accepting referrals for further groups and will determine the time based on participants’ availability.
To summarize, the next group will start on June 2
nd
, and will be held every Tuesday from 7 to 9 pm via Zoom.
Best regards,
Diana Rinker
CTTC’s Learning Community Coordinator and LINK-KID Clinical Referral Coordinator
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Attorney General Maura Healey
I’m writing to let you know that our office is hosting online webinars as a way to continue our goal of delivering pertinent information to residents of the Commonwealth. These presentations are open to the public and inform communities about their rights and responsibilities when they are faced with certain issues, and the different resources our office has to offer.
You can register for these trainings or share them amongst your communities using our
Eventbrite
and selecting the respective date
I’d like to bring special attention to the Civil Rights Webinar we are offering tomorrow, May 12
th
at 10:30 AM. A Special Assistant Attorney General from our Civil Rights Division will be presenting on discrimination when it comes to employment, housing, public accommodations, and other issues brought to fruition as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you’d like to schedule a private webinar for your organization, you can do so by responding to this email. I’ve attached PDF and PNG copies of our promotional flyer and webinar schedule - please share them with anyone you think may benefit from the information. Further, if you or someone you know is having their rights violated regarding sick time, travel compensation, or other issues as a result of the public health situation, our office is here to help! Please give our Consumer Advocacy and Response Division hotline a call at 671-727-8400.
Angels Net Foundation
WE NEED VOLUNTEER TUTORS!
JOIN US TODAY and be a blessing to a child who wants to learn. Become a volunteer tutor with our online tutoring program. We tutor children from grades 1 - 9 and we're also gearing up for our summer programs as well so we could use your help.
Help support ANF students
Adcare
AdCare continues to accept patients into our level 4 detox Hospital. We continue implement new policies and procedures due to COVID 19 to keep our patients and staff safe while providing quality centered care.
Patients and Providers needing assistance with either inpatient or outpatient admissions can reach out to myself at: 508-525-5974 or
Call 800-ALCOHOL.
Admissions coming from hospitals; please fax patient information to our admission team at: 508-453-3064.
I am happy to follow up on these if you could send me the patients DOB and last name.
Worcester OP
IOP groups are running virtual 7 days: 830-1130 and 9-12
Evening IOP running virtual: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 6-930
Early Recovery Groups are running, this option is discussed during the intake process with the client. Our goal is to have all of the ERG groups running virtual in the very near future. Some that are up and running;
Mens Group
Young People Group
Spirituality Group
Women's Group
Wellness Group
Parenting Group (DCF approved)
Intakes are started by phone when clients call in and completed via Tele with a clinician, (if the client does not have access to a computer they do have the option to complete the intake over the phone with a clinician). The goal is for the intakes to be complete same day or within 24 hours. If you run into any problems please let me know.
Individual counseling is an option and done through Telehealth.
We are doing drug screens when necessary and required.
MSPCC
We are emailing/informing our common referral sources and community partners we currently have upcoming openings for Outpatient if the client is able to meet via telehealth. We have our own secure , free video system or can do telephone. This includes TFCBT services which we have engaged our staff in trainings related to TFCBT through telehealth so they are prepared to do so effectively. We take children and young adults 3-27 for OP.
We also have immediate TM openings.
Please make a referral at
MSPCC.ORG
-> Our Services -> Children and Family Services
Kaitlyn (Machairas) Wilson, LICSW
Director of Youth and Family Services
MSPCC + Eliot Community Human Services
The Parent Professional Advocacy League
Short survey, a raffle and you!
Everyone is using telehealth these days, right? How is it working out for families? We want YOU to tell us.
PPAL just put up a pop up survey to find out. What's a pop up survey? it's just 21 questions, takes 10 minutes or less and will only be up for 2-3 weeks.
Plus there is a raffle for 2 winners each week who get a $20 Amazon gift card each.
Telehealth refers to how health care providers can use technology to provide care and services. It replaces a face to face visit with an appointment by phone, video (Skype or Zoom, for instance). It is not remote learning, which is for school.
Take the survey
here
and be sure to click the link for the raffle at the end.
If you know a young person ages 14-30 who'd like to take a separate survey
just for them
have them click
here
. There is also a separate raffle just for them.
The Worcester Senior Center
The Worcester Senior Center is offering information and programming via our Facebook page and TV Channel 192.
Quinsigamond Community College
Learn online, on your time for free, now through
July 5th!
A well-trained team is more engaged and more productive...
leading to better, smarter results for your business.
Available Now:
Managing the Virtual Workspace:Tips & Strategies
Crisis Management
Employee Accountability
Skype for Business
Creating Winning Webinars
Successfully Managing Change
https://www.qcc.edu/center-workforce-development-and-continuing-education
Boston Public Health Commission
Bubbles for Babies Event
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Rez5Bu6QTH854bGqUvJBFVVYtI7Ewrjy/view?usp=sharing
YMCA of Central Massachusetts
This on line community resource updates daily with links and connections to programs and services.
In addition the YMCA is providing Emergency Child Care for essential workers:
- Central, 766 Main Street, Worcester: call 774-530-1647
- Greendale, 75 Shore Drive, Worcester: call 508-826-2906
- Fitchburg, 55 Wallace Ave: call 978-340-1965
- Southbridge, 115 Marcy Street: call 413-433-1223
Pam
Parent Professional Advocacy League
Here is the link for our virtual family support group calendars for May and June:
Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
FROM GLOOM TO ZOOM
1-Hour Training
5/12/20
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
From Gloom to Zoom is a 1 hour training geared at learning the basic features of zoom in an engaging learning environment. All of us have had to adjust how we facilitate meetings, groups, and trainings in the past few weeks with very little time to learn the technology. From Gloom to Zoom will not only increase your confidence with the platform but also teach you how to utilize the different features. After completion of the 1 hour live course, participants will receive the facilitators guide with pictures to provide added support.
The Commission on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren would like to offer this 1-hour training to the first 20 GRG support group facilitators to register. You may register by e-mailing Colleen Pritoni by clicking on the button below. Please include your name and the name/community of your GRG support group when you register. The deadline to sign up is Monday, May 11th by noon.
colleen.pritoni@state.ma.us to register
Friday, May 15, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Anxiety and School Avoidance in Youth:
Solution Focused Interventions That Produce Results
with Anne Lutz, M.D.
This training will be held online.
You will receive a link to the training and handouts prior to the training.
Registration fee
:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
http://www.massmentors.org/ambassadors
Mass Mentoring Partnership has more than 20 host sites across the state that are looking for AmeriCorps Ambassadors of Mentoring to build program capacity, recruit and train mentors, strengthen community partnerships, and much more!
Ambassadors of Mentoring spend 11 months, from August 2020-June 2021, in service and are eligible for many benefits.
Worcester Public Schools:
WPS Information Session on Supporting English Learner Students and their Families with Remote Learning
Monday May 11th, 10:00 am -11:30 am
Come join us for an info session on how to support English Learner students and their families navigate the Worcester Public Schools (WPS) website, remote learning plans and and access the information in their language. We will update on the supports and structures we are providing to students, families and teachers. It will also be an opportunity to hear your feedback.
To access the Zoom Link and/or for more information
email Julie Taka at takaj@worcesterschools.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mVUU37WRtILypiFsRFyt9CE9nH_0reFAP96a669NVBM/edit
MassHIRE:
A manufacturing company in your area is building ventilator machines in the fight against COVID-19!
They are hiring assembler technicians immediately to help join the fight and save lives!
Starting pay $15 - $22 an hour based on experience!
First and second shift positions available. Temporary to permanent hire possible.
Please send your resume to Michelle Paul (mpaul@Daviscos.com) at Davis Companies to apply!
For more information you can see the full job description by clicking HERE.
(https://jobquest.dcs.eol.mass.gov/jobquest/JobDetails.aspx?jo=13541507)
From the MA Department of Transitional Assistance
We are reaching out today to share an update with you all about Pandemic EBT, or P-EBT. Eligible DTA clients began to receive benefits this morning on their existing EBT cards. P-EBT cards for families not actively receiving DTA benefits will be mailed out soon.
The website
https://www.map-ebt.org/
has officially gone live! This website was created with the generous support and resources from the Shah Family Foundation and in collaboration with Project Bread.
This is the main webpage the Department will be using to share information and resources about P-EBT. On the site, you will find:
- General information on the program
- Frequently asked questions
- Outreach materials: flyers, trifold, and social media messages, and graphics
- Connecting people to Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline and how to apply for SNAP benefits
Please feel free to share this website and the outreach materials with your community partners and the families you assist. Also, on social media include the hashtag #MApEBT.
Central Region Workforce Board and MassHIRE
Boy's and Girl's Club
Attached to this email are the flyers for the Boys & Girls of Worcester’s Lunch “Grab & Go” schedule which is
Monday - Friday
and the times depend on which site our families are looking to go to depending on their location -
Additionally we have “Fresh Fruit Friday’s” which every Friday we also provide fresh produce for pick up for children and families - times are listed as well.
Virtual programming is things families can do @ home with at home supplies. Everyone Monday I do STEAM activities with household items.
These flyers are also translated into a few of the languages we spoke about on our call this afternoon that reflect the community and population we work
Latino Education Institute
NEW Virtual Calendar
Latest Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Newsletter
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Newsletter--7.ht
ml?soid=1118212708812&aid=dO-aJFR4lUE
The Federation for Children with Special Needs
Learn How the Federation for Children with Special Needs
Has Been Serving Families during the Pandemic
Join us May 13th at 5 p.m.
/https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LkGSfwwISJaq7GgO2Rgfhg
FCSN invites you to a special webinar with our Executive Director Pam Nourse and Director of Transition Services Nancy Mader who will discuss how the FCSN has taken action to assist families during these difficult times, including:
Youth Villages:
SERVING AT RISK FAMILIES DURING COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has radically altered how child and family serving agencies promote safety, stability and permanency for those in their care. Youth Villages held a FREE webinar on Thursday April 30
th
at 10am and Youth Villages Clinical Manager, Jacque Cutillo, Ph.D., along with a few of our clinicians shared how our clinical teams are engaging families in both telehealth and social distancing sessions, addressing safety concerns in creative ways and promoting permanency for families. Attendees will learn creative adaptations of engaging with youth and families to be able to meet clinical goals. Please use the link below!
Topic: Youth Villages Webinar
Date: Apr 30, 2020 09:46 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Meeting Recording:
Access Password: 2374ATME!
MassHIRE Career Center
Unemployment Information for Community Provider Staff
In response to the unprecedented number of unemployed in our community, a webinar will be hosted by MassHire Central Region Workforce Board, MassHire Central Career Centers, and the Department of Unemployment Assistance to offer community provider staff with basic information about Unemployment Assistance so they can better support their clients. During this meeting, the following information will be reviewed:
•
How to File an Unemployment Claim
•
Online resources available at the DUA site including:
o
Where to file a claim in English or Spanish
o
DUA Multilingual Resources
o
Where to apply for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (self-employed)
o
Information on Unemployment and Coronavirus (COVID-19)
o
How clients can contact DUA staff with their specific questions
*Unfortunately this webinar does not have capacity to offer attendees the ability to ask questions related to specific claims.
Thursday April 30, 2020 11:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
WebEx Meeting Information:
OR Meeting number: 477 560 578; Meeting password: JTi6ZXGV2e9
OR Join by phone:1-415-655-0001 US Toll
**Quick Turn Around on Presentation - A Recording will be available on MassHIRE.com website and link will be sent out for those who cannot attend today!
The Worcester Family Resource Center: of YOU, Inc.
I am very excited to share that the FRC is now on Facebook! If you would like to connect with the page or share it with your networks, the link is
https://www.facebook.com/WorcFRC
. We will be using the page to advertise programs and events, share resources with the community, and engage with other community groups and pages in which families may be looking for resources.
from Emily Swalec, FRC Director
Worcester ACTS
Upcoming Trauma Training Tuesday on Domestic Violence
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l8n7el0cA94PNXgNWZYePLayfRFvU4_D/view?usp=sharing
Amy Ebbeson, LCSW
Worcester Addresses Childhood Trauma at UMass Memorial Healthcare
City of Worcester
Recreation Worcester Programs
Community Legal Aid
Launching a new logo and website to better serve our clients
Worcester Child Development Head Start
Head Start updated flyers for enrollment for school year 2020-2021 children's born in 2016-2017
Junior Achievement
I am the main point of contact for the Worcester area, so if anyone has any questions about the programs, material, or how to integrate some of our resources/programs into their programs during the remainder of the school year or during the summer, they are welcome to reach out to me directly at
tcarlos@janewengland.org
.
Tiersa Carlos |
Program Manager
Junior Achievement of Northern New England
Recent Posts:
Mass Landlords
Moratorium FAQ may still be of interest to share with landlords in your network:
From the Center for Disease Control. Guidelines for COVID Care in the Home:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cJxMZBrl_BmCTFQ4pcryO_Dut8mrli2q/view?usp=sharing
Every Day Miracles:
Attached is the upcoming parent group in collaboration with Everyday Miracles via Zoom. Please forward this information to folks in the community.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZUvwqTys2cTNTHSK4gCL2sf9I4AVrM-E/view?usp=sharing
Nydia Valentin
Peer Recovery Specialist
Institute For Health And Recovery
Worcester Community Action Council:
Please note the deadline for applying for fuel/home heating assistance has been extended until May 29
th
.
Thank you for helping us to spread the word.
Stay well,
Ellen M. Ganley
Worcester Community Action Council, Inc.
Girl's Inc.:
Attached are the flyers for Girl Pad.
Allison James
Chief Operating Officer
Girls Inc. of Worcester
Quinsigamond Community College on the US Census:
Now more than ever, all the communities we help on a day to day basis need to be counted. Many times our constituents lack the confidence to fill out the census based on the misconception that their information won’t be kept confidential or simply because they do not believe it makes any difference whether they fill it out or not.
For this purpose the Community Connections Department at QCC in partnership with 2020 Census came up with the following multilingual videos we hope you will be able to share with all your community and people you can.
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
Ga
Russian
Portuguese
Albanian
All videos reside at:
Déborah L. González, Ph.D.
Director Community Bridges|Quinsigamond Community College
670 West Boylston St.|Worcester, MA 01606
CNN and Sesame Street will host a special coronavirus town hall for kids and parents on Saturday morning - CNN
The Counseling & Assessment Center
The Counseling and Assessment Clinic of Worcester, LLC is still providing all services
via telehealth
including all outpatient groups and CBHI services.
You can still submit referrals via our website:
www.cacworcester.org
(best choice), or via telephone at any of our offices. We are not able to accept faxes at this time.
Services offered:
Outpatient Therapy
Outpatient Therapy Groups
(Anger Management, Parenting, Relapse Prevention, Substance Addiction Education, Dual Diagnosis
).
Children Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) Services
1st Offender Driver Alcohol Education (DAE/MID)
Second Offender Aftercare (SOA)
Structured Outpatient Addiction Program (SOAP-IOP)
Please let me know if you need assistance placing a referral.
While we are all facing new challenges, we remain committed to providing an exceptional standard of care to all of our clients in accordance with the guidelines that have been provided at the national, state and local level for telehealth.
Bridgette L. Hylton
Assistant Director - CAC Worcester
Community Legal Aid:
Launching a new logo and website to better serve our clients
Elder Services Newsletter:
The
Get Real
and Professional Training Institute
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
Facilitating Sex Education – Thursday, May 7 from 2:00-3:30pm EST
This webinar will provide sexuality educators – those new to teaching and those looking for a refresher – foundational skills for teaching sex education. This webinar will cover the importance of using a trauma-informed lens and intentional language, facilitation skills helpful in the sex ed classroom, values as they pertain to teaching sex ed, and establishing group rights with students. Participants will leave this webinar with an increase in knowledge and comfort to successfully teach sexuality education,
and the webinar will include discussion about the unique challenges of teaching sex ed online.
Working with Parents – Thursday, May 21 from 3:00-4:00pm EST
Research supports that children who have frequent and open conversations with their parents about sex and sexuality are more likely to make healthy and responsible decisions about sex. And we know that engaging parents as the primary sexuality educators of their own children can be difficult. During this one hour webinar, educators will have an opportunity to build empathy with parents and to examine some of the challenges of engaging parents. Educators will also practice ways to overcome some of these challenges and leave with concrete tips on how to answer parent questions and concerns confidently and effectively.
While anyone can register for these two webinars free of charge, we are asking all who are willing and able to consider paying the typical $25 registration fee for attending a webinar. This contribution helps ensure our ability to continue producing and offering professional development opportunities for you, especially in the current climate.
The Bridge Training Institute
Friday, May 15, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Anxiety and School Avoidance in Youth:
Solution Focused Interventions That Produce Results
with Anne Lutz, M.D.
Location
Depending on social distancing practices at the time,
this training will be held either online or at:
The Courtyard Marriott
75 Felton Street
Marlborough, MA
Registration fee
:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
WCCA TV:
Calling all businesses especially hurting from the shut down:
“FREE”
TV exposure is being offered on a limited time.
We have an open call for community participation including those in arts, performers, businesses. We are running FREE opportunities to help those especially challenge during the pandemic.
It’s purpose is to engage and empower or community through education and providing access to media tools, resources and creative space and to facilitate the sharing of local news and information.
Each episode can run 3 minutes to 25 depending on the conversation. Its a public service not a call to action. Many people want to know if their favorite businesses are coming back or not or if they are still operating under modified conditions. Here is a chance to connect and be seen on cable, online and on social media. Live in studio OR via Skype or Zoom, safely.
FREE
on a limited basis.
WCCA TV presents direct from the source perspectives from: health CDC updates; wellness groups and social services; educational and self help information ; uplifting expressions from the arts ( music/ visual) and culture community ; story telling; business and nonprofit news and events; and faith based messaging; trading in television arts and sciences. WCCA TV Productions are available on cable, as live streamcast, Facebook live, and as podcast and more. These are recorded and replayed as well on cable ch 194 (Worcester), at
wccatv.com
, and Facebook WCCA TV 194 . Check out WCCA TV’s DAILY BREAKING.
Productions are Currently conducting interviews on Skype or Zoom or with limited number of persons in Studio. Let your customers and or clients know how you are doing. Message me for details.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tCN4X9mIWl0tazQrPYfHqQg6DnkM9U28/view?usp=sharing
Mauro DePasquale, Executive Director
WCCA TV “The People’s Channel” Spectrum 194 WORCESTER, STREAMING www.
wccatv.com
,
Worcester Public Schools:
Grandparents/relative Caregivers:
**IMPORTANT TIME SENSITIVE INFORMATION**
The IRS has issued a special alert today for several groups of federal benefit recipients to act by
THIS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22nd
, if they didn't file a tax return in 2018 or 2019 and have dependents so they can quickly receive the full amount of their Economic Impact Payment.
For those recipients with children who aren't require to file a tax return, an extra step is needed to quickly add $500 per eligible child onto their automatic payment of $1,200. There are time sensitive steps you need to take if you think this information applies to you. The Commission on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren has received numerous alerts today with requests to share the information with as many grandparents/relative caregivers as possible.
Attorney General Maura Healey's office
: We are writing with an URGENT ask to assist your communities during these difficult times. Our office has prepared
two important informational posters
regarding
access to health care and other rights for community members
during the COVID-19 pandemic, and
we’d like to ask you to please distribute it widely to as many people as possible
.
Equal Access to Care: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cAzQqKD1nyK_2S-MayBUXiUXzYiE5lNH/view?usp=sharing
During the COVID-19 Crisis You are Protected: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kN0TSXx3jcm1Wati5t9Ln0f-Y_Ho3ngD/view?usp=sharing
Worcester ACTs
is taking referrals if you know of families in need of our support. The brochure is attached in English and Spanish.
ENGLISH FLYER: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1U77n-qYTzGJQKG587Yagjqam0Q5iBgHE/view?usp=sharing
SPANISH FLYER: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uqBq4l4NoYLJwOBPQfpNQff7e1TZ2Kgo/view?usp=sharing
MassHire Central:
Job Seekers and Employers Job Get Connects You!
https://masshirecentral.com/new-partnership-with-jobget/
The Parents Professional Advocacy League:
Children's Mental Health Week: May 3-9th
35
th
ANNUAL WALK FOR THE HOMELESS GOES VIRTUAL IN MAY 2020
ENGLISH: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dWvbuYRJ7OSOCpNsPzvl_Q4oK0tqbwAm/view?usp=sharing
Mother's out Front Earth Day Events:
This is the first of three daily reminders and updates. Here are the Earth Day activities for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 22.
*NEW*
See a full list of the
youth coalition events here
.
Full Massachusetts Mothers Out Front schedule can be found
here.
Summary Schedule Ongoing
- Window poster pictures rolling deadline for the first version of the poster mosaic *NEW* rolling deadline for mosaic!
- 7pm New England Youth Climate Strike Chapters Pre-Earth Day Workshops *NEW*
- Wednesday, April 22 - Indigenous People and Youth Leadership Day
- 1:30am Earth Day Mothers Out Front Dance Mob
- 12pm Earth Day Lunchtime Concert
- Stand With the Mashpee Wampanoag
- 7pm Earth Day Youth-led Rally with Ed Markey *NEW*
The Bridge Training Institute:
Friday, May 15, 2020, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Anxiety and School Avoidance in Youth:
Solution Focused Interventions That Produce Results
with Anne Lutz, M.D.
Location
Depending on social distancing practices at the time,
this training will be held either online or at:
The Courtyard Marriott
75 Felton Street
Marlborough, MA
Registration fee
:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
Recent Posts:
Update on Adcare's Services during COVID
Elder Services of Worcester Encore Training:
"Coping with Children's Anxiety (and Ours!)
FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2020
10:00 a.m.
To register, please click on the button below. You will then be sent a link for the webinar.
The link is
The Worcester Food Hub Offers Local Food Pick Up
Update from the Central Region Workforce Board:
Workforce partners – I apologize if you get this email multiple times, but just wanted to make sure you’ve seen the information below regarding a new phone-based app called
JobGet
that we’ve partnered with. This tool allows employers and job seekers to connect in real-time to streamline hiring (especially for positions in which companies normally don’t need to utilize full resumes, such as many hourly positions). We ask that you help spread the word to job seekers and companies to register at no cost using these referral codes:
• Job seekers: mhcentral
• Employers: mhcentralhire
I am also attaching a flyer regarding a new free online intro to pharmacy tech program we are offering at no cost in partnership with CVS that we hope you will share with anyone that may be interested and eligible.
WORCESTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT - HEAD START PROGRAM/WPS
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) has a multi-pronged approach to care during this time:
- • Our health centers are still providing essential services, including medication and surgical abortion, urgent gynecological needs, and PEP for HIV prevention, while operating on a limited schedule. We are pre-screening patients and staff for COVID-19 symptoms and taking significant precaution in delivering care. Additionally, we will not be accepting walk-ins for the time being and are only accepting appointments made via telephone at 800-258-4448.
- • Our providers are now offering tele health services through a private and secure video conferencing platform. Through tele health appointments, PPLM can provide contraception/birth control, some problem-based care, gender affirming hormone therapy and self-injection training, PrEP, and PEP follow-up visits. These services are available to new and existing PPLM patients. To schedule a tele health appointment, visit our patient portal or call 800-258-4448.
- • PPLM’s free and confidential Counseling and Referral Hotline is still available to answer questions about sexual and reproductive health and connect patients with other services and providers. Hotline hours are posted here. The Hotline can be accessed by dialing 800-258-4448 Option #3.
All of PPLM services can be scheduled by dialing 1-800-258-4448. PPLM will continue to expand the services it offers remotely and partner with other providers in order to maintain and improve access to high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care during this pandemic. Please reach out to us if you have any further questions about accessing our care or referring patients to PPLM in this time, or if you would like to meet virtually to discuss .
The Newsletter from the Commission of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
The Importance of Self Care
No One Walks Alone Recovery Support Center (NOWA) and Every Day Miracles
We are very excited to announce that NOWA has joined forces, virtually, with Everyday Miracles Recovery Center in Worcester. This will help us better support and reach members in our communities, and build our Recovery Community, virtually, during this challenging time.
Here is our virtual meeting/group app:
Office of Attorney General Maura Healey’s Community Engagement Division
. We are offering almost daily educational “know your rights” presentations on a variety of topics in order to deliver this crucial information in a safe and convenient way. Below is a list of our updated webinars -
you can register for these trainings using our
Eventbrite
and selecting the respective date.
Please join us for any of the following and stay tuned for more using the link above:
- • AGO COVID-19 Assistance to Immigrants – Tuesday, April 21st 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- • Workers’ Rights and Earned Sick Time (Spanish) – Wednesday, April 22nd 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- • AGO COVID-19 Assistance to Immigrants (Portuguese) - Wednesday, April 22nd 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- • COVID-19 ID Theft, Scams, and Warnings – Thursday, April 23rd 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- • When You Turn 18 – Monday, April 27th 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- • Teen Workers’ Rights – Tuesday, April 28 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- • COVID-19 ID Theft, Scams, and Warnings – Wednesday, April 29th 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- • Landlord/Tenant Rights and Responsibilities – Thursday, April 30th 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Summer Paid Internship for At-Risk Youth
The Bridge Training Institute
The DBT Individual Therapy Series
Part 2 of the series will be delivered in an Online Format
April 17, 2020
See details below
With:
Jennifer Eaton, LMHC
Certified Clinician
DBT-Linehan Board of Certification
and
Michael Chiumiento, PsyD
Location
At a computer device near you
Registration fee:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
Recent Posts:
NEW Renaissance Behavioral Health Services
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hKz1jPnDfJAxtP2x-b3msmHbdlUaYGHV/view?usp=sharing
Health Law Advocates
Mental Health Advocacy Program for Kids
Educational services for special education students during COVID19.
From Open Sky Community Services:
In these days of social distancing, it’s fair to say that pretty much everyone is feeling a sense of isolation. This isolation, coupled with the very real and rational fears we’re all experiencing because of the COVID-19 pandemic is, in the words of Open Sky’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Oliver Joseph, “wreaking havoc on us emotionally.”
A few of our clinical leaders came together (remotely!) to offer some evidence-based recommendations and tips to support the community through the current crisis. The result is a
6-part video series we’re calling “Coping during COVID.”
Here’s a link to the series. I hope you’ll find the videos helpful and feel free to share them:
https://www.openskycs.org/services/coping-during-covid.html
The World of Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking Webinar
Co-sponsored by the Worcester Off-Campus/Hybrid Program at Boston University School of Social Work
Register Before April 20th with code "EARLY20" for 20% off
In this webinar, participants will be introduced to Human Trafficking as a global, federal, and state issue. The course will define and examine the three categories of human trafficking victims, with an emphasis on children who are victims of domestic minor sex trafficking. Areas of focus will include the red flags and indicators of risk identified in youth who are trafficked, the indicators of sexual trafficking, the characteristics and behaviors of traffickers, the role of social media and vulnerabilities of runaway status in sex trafficking and federal legislation regarding protections and prosecutions, and guidance on how to engage and access treatment for trafficked
youth.
Instructor:
Qur-an Webb
Time: May 11, 2020 4PM - 6PM EST
Cost: $50
Achievement: 2 Nationally Accredited CE Credit Hours
New Hope:
For Families of Southern Worcester County: New Hope is still operating remotely to assist victims of domestic and sexual violence. The best way to reach an advocate is by calling the hotline. 800-323-4673.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uznRqat6TmCjzzTF_J-nKtMy0R7Bk279/view?usp=sharing
Community Legal Aid (CLA)
is open and ready to assist our low-income and elderly neighbors with their civil legal needs involving eviction defense, family law issues, education law for kids with special needs, and access to government benefits. We’d especially like to focus some of our resources now on employment-related problems arising for low-wage workers who are finding it hard to navigate the Covid-19 landscape as it relates to their rights regarding unemployment compensation, paid leave, and other matters. To apply for services, please use our online application at
https://communitylegal.org/communitylegal/apply-online
or call our intake line at 855.CLA.LEGAL (855.252.5342).
Young Parent Hope Program Newsletter:
PPAL / The Parent Professional Advocacy League:
Quinsigamond Community College:
QCC has created a free Infection Control Certificate program that can be taken by anyone, it's free. They are asking me to get this out to healthcare or anyone who might have an interest.
This bring you to the QCC website, Workforce and it's very easy to access. Drew suggested I reach out to Jeff Turgeon and Karen Pelletier and Jennifer Safford. Jeff is going to use his contacts targeting the central and north central health care organizations. I'm waiting to hear back from Karen. We are trying to get this information out to as many people as possible letting them know we are here to help them during this difficult time.
The Health Foundation of Central MA:
In response to the coronavirus public health crisis, the Foundation has expedited $371,000 in supplemental funding to 27 non-profits serving Central Massachusetts. Foundation staff reached out to current Activation Fund and Synergy Initiative grantees and partners that have been impacted by coronavirus to discuss their special circumstances, needs, and funding requests. These supplemental grants are being distributed this week to bolster current projects and to address emerging needs resulting from coronavirus.
The organizations receiving these awards are Abby’s House, Ascentria Care Alliance, Community Legal Aid, Easter Seals of Massachusetts, Fitchburg State University, Friendly House, GAAMHA, Inc., Health Care For All, Health Law Advocates, Jeremiah’s Inn, LUK, Inc., Massachusetts Association for Community Action, Massachusetts Budget & Policy Center, Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance, Massachusetts Public Health Association, Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, Neighbor to Neighbor Massachusetts, Quaboag Valley Community Development Corporation, Quinsigamond Community College Foundation, RCAP Solutions, Riverside Community Care, Seven Hills Foundation, South Middlesex Opportunity Council, Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce, Worcester Regional Food Hub, World Farmers, and YWCA of Central Massachusetts. For more details, please visit the Foundation’s website
here
.
These grants are part of the Foundation’s multi-pronged response to coronavirus, which was announced last week. The next part of the Foundation’s response is comprised of the
2020 Activation Fund
, which remains active with Letters of Intent due April 30, 2020
COVID fact sheets in 35 different languages from the health literacy project.
Please share this link with your staff and families who might make use of guidance in multiple languages.
The MHAP for Kids
The most recent information from the U.S. Department of Education stated on March 21
st
that Districts must provide students with a FAPE during school closures and this “may include, as appropriate, special education and related services provided through distance instruction.” The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education later explained on March 26
th
that school Districts should be making every effort to provide special education instruction and services.
MHAP for Kids has created a helpful guide for parents and providers based on this most recent current guidance we have. Please share this information as is beneficial for the families you serve.
Torie Argus, Esq.
HealthLawAdvocates
Mental Health Advocacy Program for Kids
Phone:
(617) 275-2889
Fax:
(833) 915-0171
Address:
484 Main Street, Suite 460, Worcester, MA
Worcester Public Library offers virtual help desks to patrons during closure.
The Public Services librarians bring the library’s in-person services to the people in the community while they’re stuck at-home. In addition to calling the library at
508-799-1699, or
emailing us
, anyone may request a one-on-one virtual help session with a staff member at
https://mywpl.org/?q=article/virtual-help-desk
.
The page can be accessed through the link in the slideshow on mywpl.org as well.
As of right now, we are offering four virtual services:
- 1. eBooks Help - similar to our Thursday afternoon eBook Q&A, patrons can contact us to learn about eBooks and request help with any issues
- 2. Citizenship Help - similar to our Wednesday night Citizenship class, patrons can request one-on-one for help studying the material
- 3. Tech Help - similar to our Wednesday night Tech Help, patrons can receive tech help such as help with their devices or Microsoft programs
- 4. Math Help - similar to our Wednesday night Drop-In Math and Computer Programming Tutoring for Adult Learners, patrons can receive one-on-one math help
Patrons may receive help for these services via telephone, email, or a virtual meeting, which ever method works best for staff and patron.
WRTA CUSTOMER BULLETIN: Rear-Door Boarding & Fares Waived for 30 days starting 4/1
In order to comply with social distancing for the safety of our passengers and drivers effective April 1, 2020 all passengers will board and exit the bus through the rear door. Front door boarding is still available for customers with accessibility needs. WRTA will suspend enforcement of the WRTA fare policy during this time. This policy will be in effect for thirty (30) days. At the end of the thirty (30) day period current conditions will be reviewed to determine the need for continued implementation.
Thank you for your co-operation.
From UMass Memorial:
As most of you know, UMass Memorial is opening a temporary hospital campus located at the DCU Center, in coordination with the City of Worcester. Staffing is an immediate need.
We are immediately recruiting employees, including nurses, PCAs and other health professionals as well as current student in a medical, nursing, pharmacy, physician assistant, or respiratory programs
.
Please share this link widely with anyone you think might be interested, including health professional students who have had clinical rotations.
James B. Leary, Esq.
Vice President, Government and Community Relations
UMass Memorial Health Care
From Racquel Castro Corrazini of the City of Worcester's REC Worcester Program
Hello Community Partners/Champions,
In response to social distancing, Recreation Worcester has gone virtual. Please share this free resources with your networks. You can read all about it
here
!
I have also attached a flyer with links to all the social media platforms where you can view our program.
From the Central MA Tobacco Free Community Partnership
Information about Youth Covid/Vaping for Parents/Grandparents
Tina Grosowsky
Project Coordinator
Central MA Tobacco Free Community Partnership
UMass Medical School
Parents Helping Parents:
Special Announcement:
Additional online Parent Support Groups available!
Mon 9:00am & 6:00pm
Tue 9:00am & 3:00pm
Wed 9:00am & 6:00pm
Thu 9:00am & 3:00pm
Fri 8:30am & Noon
Call in information for these groups is below
No Computer, Dial in by phone : +1 1646-558-8656 then input the meeting id
8678605296#
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The current national health emergency is causing many parents anxiety.
* How do I protect my children?
* What do I tell them?
* Or simply, how do I keep them busy when there is no school?
Parental stress line counselors are still there to listen to your concerns and problem-solve with you.
24-7, free and confidential
.
CALL: 800-632-8188
Apply Today for Greater Worcester Community Foundation COVID-19 Response Grants!
The
Worcester Together: COVID-19 Response & Relief Fund
has been established by the Foundation, the United Way of Central Massachusetts, the City of Worcester and a coalition of generous donors to rapidly deploy flexible resources. The fund aims to support organizations in Worcester County that are working with communities disproportionately affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
How the grant program works:
Presently, the focus of this Fund is rapid response to support organizations on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Grants between $5,000 - $50,000 will be awarded to:
• Provide resources for nonprofit organizations that are authentically connected and providing coronavirus related relief to Worcester County’s most vulnerable populations including seniors, children, residents without access to paid sick days, healthcare and gig economy workers, communities of color, immigrants and people with disabilities.
• Provide operating support to nonprofit organizations that are meeting community needs resulting from COVID-19 and are in financial distress.
The application is
online
and the deadline is ongoing. Our goal is to provide a response within 72 hours of receiving a submitted application.
Worcester Together: Central MA COVID-19 Fund
PPAL / Parent Professional Advocacy League Newsletter:
Caregiver Homes from Seniorlink
is the leading provider for Adult Foster Care (AFC) in MA. We credit this success in large part to our HIPAA secure platform,
VELA
, which provides a window into the home in addition to scheduled interactions such as home visits, phone calls, and regular doctors’ visits. This helps our partners identify events that impact our shared patients’ health- such as clinical gaps in care and social determinants of health- so together we can provide relevant, timely coaching to improve outcomes.
As a valued partner of Caregiver Homes, we would like to extend our support and resources during this trying time. For any shared patients we have with you please let us know how we can provide you with updates and align on continuity of care.
To explore more on what
VELA
can do for you and your patients, please let me know.
The DBT Individual Therapy Series
Part 2 of the series will be delivered in an Online Format
April 17, 2020
See details below
With:
Jennifer Eaton, LMHC
Certified Clinician
DBT-Linehan Board of Certification
and Michael Chiumiento, PsyD
Location
At a computer device near you
Registration fee:
$189 per training (includes CEUs)
Register for any combination of 3 trainings are receive
$50 off
the total cost.
CHL’s Motivating Youth Recovery (MYR) program
continues to provide detox and stabilization services for adolescents aged 13-18. While at MYR, clients are medically monitored 24 hours a day and receive a comprehensive assessment and diagnosis, treatment, and after care planning from a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, master’s level clinicians, registered nurses, case managers, and recovery specialists. Information about our program can be found at
www.communityhealthlink.org/myr
and you can refer youth directly by calling 508-860-1244.
Friendly House Feeding Sites
Here is a list of services the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester is committed to providing:
- 1. Food pantry – Our pantry is open at our Harrington Clubhouse. We currently have non-perishable items, milk, and easy-to-make box dinners (as well as toiletries). FOR TODAY AT 1 PM: We will have fresh produce available, first come, first serve. Please contact info@bgcworcester.org or 508-754-2686 to schedule a pick-up time. My thanks to Fallon Health and Harvard Pilgrim who have pledged their support.
- 2. Grab & Go Lunch - in partnership with Friendly House, we are providing bagged lunches and breakfasts at the following sites and times: Plumley Village (16 Laurel St., basement of the high rise) and Great Brook Valley (180 Constitution Ave) at 12:30 pm AND Harrington Clubhouse (Main South neighborhood- 65 Boys & Girls Club Way) at 1 pm. This service is available for all children.
- 3. Case management services - our case managers are available to make referrals, provide support, or just be there to listen. Please contact 508-754-2686 and ask to speak to one of our caseworkers, or if you would like to schedule a phone conference, please email us at info@bgcworcester.org and let us know what day and time works best for you.
- 4. Mentoring program - although we cannot meet with our youth mentees face-to-face at our sites, we will be meeting with them via phone or videoconferencing, utilizing Zoom. Our mentors are reaching out this week.
- 5. School supplies - we have a limited amount of school supplies, such as paper, pencils, pens, crayons, and folders, etc. Please email us at info@bgcworcester.org and we can arrange a time for pick-up. My thanks to ArtReach and Worcester Educational Collaborative for their donations.
Recognizing the importance engagement, connection, and culture have on our well being, the WCC is creating several collections for audiences of all ages to enjoy at home. These videos include tours, interviews, performances, and other content from Worcester area organizations and individuals, with more to come!
The
Get Real
and Professional Training Institute
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
While anyone can register for this webinar free of charge, we are asking those willing and able to consider paying the typical $25 registration fee for attending the webinar. This contribution helps ensure our ability to continue producing and offering professional development opportunities for you.
We will be in touch about future webinar offerings, including one on Teaching Protection Methods, in the near future.
Harrington’s Coronavirus hotline:
The Worcester Free Clinics are currently closed to in-person visits but have begun performing telephone and video visits for acute and chronic medical concerns, medication refills, and health screenings. All free medical programs are closed to in-person visits until further notice due to COVID epidemic. Telephone and video visits are available: See link for more info (From Claudia Snell of Worcester Mutual Aid)
Update on Early Intervention Services from South Bay Early Childhood Services.
Early Intervention TeleHealth Services
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KmPRgcLaYICxWTLO0abMIXV5W2kOR6YZ/view?usp=sharing
PPAL is still open and our support staff is working remotely.
These are replacing the Worcester and North Central Support Group in person meetings. We are starting with Conference Calls which are listed below.
We will be adding other virtual ways to keep in touch and offer support and resources so stay tuned!!
The
Conference Line Numbers
and
PIN NUMBERS
(don’t forget the #) are listed below.
Every Monday and Friday from 9am-11am
Family Support Drop-In (need a resource, have a question or just feel like chatting)
Phone Number: 1(574) 807-6224 PIN: 481 219 769#
Every Tuesday from 9am-11am
Hispanic Family Support Group
Phone Number: 1(401) 542-3257 PIN:438 858 848#
First and Third Wednesday from 6pm-8pm
Parents of Transition Age Youth (P-TAY) Support Group
Phone Number: 1(909) 687-0321 PIN: 846 569 410#
If families need support outside the times offered virtually, we can be reached through email us at
parentsupportgroup@ppal.net
or by phone on our office line at 508-767-9725. We will respond to emails within 24hrs and phone calls with 48 hrs as, we are checking both throughout the day.
Safe Homes Gala & People of Courage Awards
now scheduled for
Friday, October 23rd
at the
AC Marriott Hotel
We hope to see you there!
College Coach YouTube Channel from Bright Horizons
forwarded by Xolchit Polanco of MassEdCo
Did your spring break college visits get cancelled? In the first of a 4-part series, College Coach college admissions experts Elizabeth Heaton and Ian Fisher discuss what you can do to get to know colleges without actually setting foot on campus.
Were your scheduled SATs or ACTs cancelled, or are you worried about future cancellations? In the second installment of a 4-part series, College Coach college admissions experts Elizabeth Heaton and Ian Fisher discuss how your college application process might be affected by cancelled tests and the steps you can take to make the best of this fluid situation.
Are you a high school senior or parent of a senior who needs to make an enrollment decision this spring? In the third video of a 4-part series, College Coach college admissions experts Elizabeth Heaton and Ian Fisher discuss how to choose a college without the benefit of a final visit.
The global coronavirus outbreak and its unprecedented response have raised countless questions for both colleges and students, many of which remain unanswered. In the final installment of a 4-part series, College Coach college admissions experts Elizabeth Heaton and Ian Fisher discuss what remains to be seen and how high school students and their parents can manage their application processes in these uncertain times.
High schoolers are stuck at home. What can they be doing now to stay productive and stay on track for the college admissions process? Check out this segment of our podcast,
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
, for tips and ideas.
High school seniors should be celebrating and making their final college choices right now. But how can these monumental decisions be made in the age of coronavirus, when students are unable to visit campuses and attend accepted students events? In this segment of our podcast,
Getting In: A College Coach Conversation
, college admissions consultant Ian Fisher chats with a current high school senior about how she’s approaching her decision making process during this unusual time.
We Care Fund:
We are in unprecedented times and we need your help. The United Way of Central Massachusetts initiated a new emergency fund to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. The We Care Fund will help those hardest hit in our community. Working alongside the City of Worcester and the Greater Worcester Community Foundation, we will ensure funding is distributed appropriately where the need is greatest. Our focus will be on funding food programs, shelter and housing, and emergency needs as those arise.
The focus over the next 3-6 months will be to fund immediate needs as well as any gaps that federal or state funding will not support. The focus will then shift to addressing long-term needs of organizations working with communities disproportionately impacted by the outbreak.
Please help us today, so that we can provide the safety net needed to help the most vulnerable in our community.
To donate on-line, please click on the donate button. You may also mail a check to the We Care Fund, United Way of Central Massachusetts, 484 Main Street,
Suite 300, Worcester, MA 01608.
