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SUMMARY:HSF Virtual HR Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Open to HSF Members. Join us for a monthly discussion with fellow HR professionals from human service organizations. Connect with others doing similar work\, share challenges\, and explore solutions. We are stronger together. \n  \nIf you have not attended previously\, please contact jtingley@humanserviceforum.org for more information.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-virtual-hr-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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SUMMARY:Retention: Rewards & Accountability- Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Fall 2025- Choose Your Training
DESCRIPTION:Single sessions of HSF’s Supervisory Skills Series are now available for registration. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \nRetention: Rewards and Accountability Wed October 1st 2025 \nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks \nThis series is presented over Zoom. 9am-12:30pm all session. Each Session  is $150 for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nOther Series Dates and Topics: \nTo sign up for more than one topic click HERE \nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution Thurs October 9th 2025 \nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wed October 15th 2025 \nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \nLiability and Benefit- Wed October 22nd 2025 \nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \nEmployment Law Wed October 29th 2025 \nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \nCyber Security Wed November 5th 2025 \nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \nLead with Influence- Wed November 12th 2025 \nWhether they mean to or not\, each person exerts influence over others.  With this session learn 10 steps a person could take to add intentionality to that and influence people like a leader. Create a sphere of impact that leaves a lasting positing impression on those you work closely with\, leading to them influencing others positively as well. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \nLeadership Communication Wed November 19th 2025 \nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n    \n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-fall-2025-choose-your-training-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Ad Club of Western Mass Presents: The Creative Unconference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ad Club of Western Mass for the Creative Unconference on Saturday\, October 4th at Holyoke Community College!\nThis one-of-a-kind event is designed to inspire\, energize\, and connect the vibrant creative community of Western Massachusetts and beyond.\nUnlike traditional conferences\, the Creative Unconference puts attendees in the driver’s seat. You’ll help shape the agenda\, choose the topics\, and even lead the sessions. It’s a day built on collaboration\, peer learning\, and open dialogue—not passive listening.\nWhether you’re a student just getting started or a seasoned pro\, this unique experience is crafted to educate\, elevate\, and spark new ideas.\nWhen: Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nWhere: Holyoke Community College\, Holyoke\, MA\nTickets and more info at https://www.adclubwm.org/creative-unconference/\nTo become a sponsor\, email info@adclubwm.org
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/ad-club-of-western-mass-presents-the-creative-unconference/
LOCATION:Holyoke Community College\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T080000
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SUMMARY:Building Resilience from Within
DESCRIPTION:October 22nd through November 26th\n(10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19 & 11/26)\nWednesdays 11-11:45 on Zoom\nOur popular six-week virtual self-care series for caregivers and anyone experiencing heightened stress in their lives. Reina Goldberg teaches simple techniques to build core resilience and balance the nervous system.\nThe free program takes place on Zoom\, is open to all\, and no experience is required. All exercises can be done seated or standing and every session is recorded so participants can watch or rewatch at their convenience. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/building-resilience-from-within-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@jfswm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T210000
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CREATED:20250408T131916Z
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SUMMARY:October 2025 First-Time Homebuyer's Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Our live First-Time Homebuyers Webinar series is a fantastic way to prepare for buying a home in Massachusetts and learn about the home-buying process. \nIn this Zoom webinar presented by Valley Community Development: \nGet the facts from real estate professionals including attorneys\, loan officers\, realtors\, home inspectors & housing counselors.\nLearn tips about how to improve your credit.\nAsk questions to help you proceed & protect your own interests as you approach this life decision.\nA certified course recognized by MHP & MassHousing\, this workshop helps you qualify for special mortgage products.\n$75 for two adults in the same household. Registration is nonrefundable & attendance is required at all three sessions. \nOctober sessions are scheduled: \nWednesday\, October 8\nThursday\, October 9\nThursday\, October 16 \nEach session will be hosted via a unique Zoom Webinar link 6-9 p.m. You will receive the Zoom links on the day of each session.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/october-2025-first-time-homebuyers-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T160000
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and join us for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat event! Children will be able to go from car to car\, trick-or-treating while enjoying the creatively decorated trunks.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:st. paul’s episcopal church\, 485 Appleton St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's Episcopal Church":MAILTO:Office@stpaulsholyoke.org
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CREATED:20250827T152711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T175345Z
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast: Banking in Non Profit Sector & Addressing Current Challenges
DESCRIPTION:HSF welcomes our community partner\, Liberty Bank\, to talk about topics related to Banking in Non Profit Sector & Addressing Current Challenges at our next signature breakfast.  Join us for networking\, conversation\, and a thought provoking presentation over coffee and breakfast. \n$50 HSF Members  $75 Not Yet Members \n \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast-banking-in-non-profit-sector-addressing-current-challenges/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College Willits-Hallowell Center\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
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SUMMARY:November Lunch & Learn 2025: Introducing Mentor Circles!
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn Sessions meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 12-1pm. This is a time for folks to tune in while eating lunch. Join us to learn more about best practices\, stay connected\, and keep up with recent research\, happenings\, and tools. We welcome you as often as you can join us! \nNovember 2025 \nJoin us to discuss and give your input on a new series of workshops from Mass Mentoring Partnership. Mentor Circles will run every third Thursday evening of most months (dates will be adjusted if holidays interfere.) Mentor Circles are virtual\, off-hours opportunities for YOUR PROGRAMS’ MENTORS to connect with other mentors\, build knowledge\, and practice skills related to being the best mentor you can be. Topics will vary. You are encouraged to share the Mentor Circles registration links with your mentors. Come to this Lunch and Learn to give some feedback and find out more!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/november-lunch-learn-2025-introducing-mentor-circles/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T160000
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SUMMARY:Pioneer Valley Habitat For Humanity - 2025 Gingerbread Build - build at home!
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 13th annual Gingerbread Build\, a week-long build-at-home event with a public award ceremony! By building small (gingerbread) homes from the comfort of YOUR home\, you’re supporting the construction of real homes with low income families in Hampshire & Franklin counties. \nThere are also two fundraising awards for the team that raises the most money and the team with the greatest number of donors. Generous donors will match all team fundraising dollars 1:1 up to $6\,000. Last year\, teams and matching dollars totaled over $10\,000; you and your team can help grow that number this year! \nOther important event details: \n– For a donation of $100\, register your team by Thursday December 4th.\n– Gingerbread kits will be available on distribution day\, Saturday December 6th. We will supply the six gingerbread house walls and roof pieces and a bag of frosting mortar\, you add any other building materials you wish.\n– You must use all six pieces of gingerbread we supply to be entered in the contest. Your team’s collective imagination is the only limit when it comes to decorating your masterpiece.\n– Submit 3 photos to gingerbread@pvhabitat.org by midnight Thursday December 11th. Include your team name in the submission photos but no personal information (photos will be posted on Facebook).\n– There will be a public zoom award ceremony on Saturday December 13th – RSVP today! Esteemed celebrity judges will host and award prizes in each of the categories listed above
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/pioneer-valley-habitat-for-humanity-2025-gingerbread-build-build-at-home/
LOCATION:Online Event\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T114500
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SUMMARY:Building Resilience from Within
DESCRIPTION:Our popular six-week virtual self-care series for caregivers and anyone experiencing heightened stress in their lives. Learn simple techniques to build core resilience\, balance the nervous system and deepen a healthy connection to your body. \nThe free program takes place on Zoom\, is open to all\, and no experience is required. To ensure accessibility\, all exercises can be done seated or standing and every session is recorded so participants can watch or rewatch at their convenience. \nPrior to the first class\, a Zoom link will be sent to everyone who registers.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/building-resilience-from-within-4/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@jfswm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T100000
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast: Legislative Panel
DESCRIPTION:This event is FULL\n  \nJoin HSF for one of our Signature Breakfasts. Which means important conversations and networking over comforting breakfast foods and coffee. \nThis is your chance to talk to the legislatures representing Western Massachusetts IN PERSON. Join us for a panel of State Senators and Representatives over coffee and breakfast. A short Q&A session to take place after panel remarks. \nSummit View Banquet and Meeting House\, Holyoke MA \n$50 \nSIGN UP FOR OUR WAITING LIST HERE. \n  \n  \nConfirmed Legislative Panelists (to date): \nSenator Joanne Comerford \nSenator John Velis Senior Staff \nRepresentative Shirley Arriaga \nRepresentative Carlos Gonzalez \nCheryl Spinks\, District Legislative Aide from the office of Representative Angelo Puppolo \nRepresentative Lindsay Sabadosa \nRepresentative Susannah Whipps \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast-legislative-panel/
LOCATION:Summit View Banquet and Meeting House\, l555 Northampton Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T123000
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SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Winter 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting  February 4th 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $600 for members\, $1200 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Topics: \n\nSupervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Wednesday February 4th\n\nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday February 11th \n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday February 18th\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday February 25th \n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday March 4th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday March 11th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefit- Thursday March 19th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday March 25th\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2026/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T123000
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SUMMARY:Supervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries
DESCRIPTION:This training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \nThis workshop is part of the Supervisory Skills Workshop Series and is presented over Zoom February 4th 9am-12:30pm.  Each workshop is $150 per person for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nOther Series Topics and Dates: \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday February 11th \n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday February 18th\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday February 25th \n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday March 4th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday March 11th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefit- Thursday March 19th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday March 25th\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2026-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting  May 13th 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $600 for members\, $1200 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Topics and Dates: \n\nSupervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Wednesday May 13th\n\nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday May 20th\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday May 27th\n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday June 3rd\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday June 10th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefits- Wednesday June 17th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey; Hub International \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday June 24th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday July 1st\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n \n\n  \n\n  \n     \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-spring-2026/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Supervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Individual Session
DESCRIPTION:Sessions from the Supervisory Skills Series individual session registration: \nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \nThis series is presented over Zoom\, 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $150 per person per session for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Topics and Dates: \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday May 20th\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday May 27th\n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday June 3rd\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday June 10th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefits- Wednesday June 17th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey; Hub International \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday June 24th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday July 1st\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n \n\n  \n\n  \n     \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/individual-sessions-supervisory-skills-certificate-series-spring-2026-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Academy for Financial Wellness - a financial literacy series
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Liberty Bank and HSF\, hosted by MHA\, the Academy for Financial Wellness is a step-by-step program designed to help you\nbuild financial independence. Through expert-led sessions\, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to\nmanage your money\, improve your credit\, and achieve short term and long financial goals. Create your path\, register today! \nThis five part series is no additional cost to HSF Members and is presented by Dawn Creighton; Liberty Bank\, with guests. The series runs every Wednesday in June at the MHA Auditorium from 5:30pm to 6:30pm\, with a bonus session on Wednesday July 1st (location tba). \nParticipants will get \n\nHands on learning with financial experts\nOne-on-one credit review opportunities\nInformation about Liberty Bank products designed to support your financial success including\n\nCredit Builder Loan and Saver Program\nBanksmart Account\nIndividual Development Accounts\n\n\n\n \nSeries Topics \n\nWhy Bank?– assess your financial health to set goals for your short and long term financial wellness.\nBudget Like a Pro– – Create & maintain a personalized spending plan that fits your life\nBuild and Repair Credit– Tools designed to help improve your score and uncover financial opportunities\nBecome a Homeowner-Learn about buying a home and understand mortgage options & down payment programs available to you\nMeet with a Financial Advisor– Build a personalized plan for yourself with expert advice\n\n  \n  \nSeries Host: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n\n\n\n     \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/academy-for-financial-wellness-a-four-part-financial-literacy-series/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:MHA\, 350 Memorial Drive\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast: 40 Years of Community Connection
DESCRIPTION:HSF has 40 years of history to celebrate — and we didn’t get here alone. Let’s celebrate together! What better way to bring our community together than with one of our Signature Breakfasts? \nJoin HSF as we wrap up our 40th Anniversary celebration with a Signature Breakfast. Together\, we’ll look back on HSF’s history\, reflect on the connections we’ve built\, and look ahead to the future — all over a delicious breakfast buffet. \n$50 for HSF Members
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast-40-years-of-community-connection/
LOCATION:The Boathouse\, 1 Alvord St\, South Hadley\, MA\, 01075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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