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SUMMARY:Springfield Public Forum: Ketanji Brown Jackson
DESCRIPTION:Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson will share her life and world\, tracing her family’s ascent from segregation to her confirmation on America’s highest court within the span of one generation. Through trials and triumphs\, Justice Jackson’s journey will resonate with dreamers everywhere\, especially those who nourish outsized ambitions and refuse to be turned aside. Her moving\, openhearted tale will spread hope for a more just world\, for generations to come.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/springfield-public-forum-ketanji-brown-jackson/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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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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SUMMARY:Impacts of Medicaid Cuts in Western Massachusetts: The Massachusetts Health Policy Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, October 28\, 2025\, at the UMass Amherst\, Fine Arts Center for a forum entitled\, “Impacts of Medicaid Cuts on Western Massachusetts.” Seating is limited\, so please register as soon as possible. \n  \nMedicaid cuts resulting from the passage of H.R. 1\, the federal budget reconciliation act known as the “One Big Beautiful Act” will lead to an estimated 141\,000 to 203\,000 MassHealth members losing health care coverage. The number of uninsured will likely increase significantly and adversely impact safety net providers and others throughout the health care system. Details of this law’s impact on the Commonwealth will be followed by a deep dive panel discussion of the impact on Western Massachusetts. \n  \nA presentation of research by Kaitlyn Kenny Walsh\, Vice President of Policy and Research\, BCBSMA Foundation\, will focus on the impact on Massachusetts federal funding regulations and policy changes. The panel on the implications for Western Massachusetts will be moderated by Audrey Shelto\, President and CEO\, BCBSMA Foundation and include Michael Levine\, Undersecretary\, MassHealth at EOHHS\, Tania Barber\, President and CEO\, Caring Health Center\, Dean Sanpei\, COA\, Baystate Health\, and Iiana Steinhauer\, Executive Director\, Volunteers in Medicine. \n  \nThis forum is supported by University of Massachusetts Amherst School of Public Health and Health Sciences\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation and the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts. The Philip W. Johnston Massachusetts Health Policy Forum is also supported by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Baystate Health.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/impacts-of-medicaid-cuts-in-western-massachusetts-the-massachusetts-health-policy-forum/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T160000
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SUMMARY:Benign vs. Cancerous: What Breast Lumps Really Mean
DESCRIPTION:Finding a breast lump can be alarming—but not all lumps are cancerous. Join Dr. Billie Borden for a discussion on the different types of breast lumps and signs to watch out for.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/benign-vs-cancerous-what-breast-lumps-really-mean/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T090000
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SUMMARY:Employment Law- 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. \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 Tim Murphy Skoler-Abbott \nThis series is presented over Zoom. 9am-12:30pm all session. Each Session  is $150 for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Dates and Topics: \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-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Building Resilience from Within
DESCRIPTION:This six-week series was developed to help prevent caregiver burnout but is open to anyone experiencing heightened stress in their lives.\nPresenter Reina Goldberg will teach simple techniques to build core resilience including mindfulness\, gentle movement\, and guided visualization. The ongoing nature of the series strengthens connection\, reduces feelings of isolation\, and empowers individuals with tools to address their most pressing needs for stress reduction. \nOctober 22nd through November 26th\n(10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19 & 11/26)\nWednesdays 11-11:45 on Zoom (Participants will receive a Zoom link prior to the first session) \nThe program is free\, 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. Registration is required. For more information and/or to register: scan the QR code in the image\, call 413-737-2601 or contact Tammy Morton: t.morton@jfswm.org
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/building-resilience-from-within-2/2025-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@jfswm.org
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SUMMARY:Special Education Forum for Parents
DESCRIPTION:The Special Education Forum is an opportunity for parents\nand caregivers to share information amongst each other and\ngain insight from Nancy Farnsworth\, Autism Connections’\nInformation & Resource Coordinator and Special Education\nConsultant.\nJoin the Zoom meeting for a conversation about experiences\,\nconcerns\, problem solving and success stories in a safe and\nsupportive environment. The group’s concerns determine\nthe topics of the meetings\, while Nancy provides educational\nupdates for that month.\nImportant information about the Forum:\n• The Forum is for parents/caregivers only and registration\nis required.\n• The meetings will not be recorded\, to respect private\nconversations.\n• Any handouts discussed during the meeting will be\nemailed within a few days to attendees.\n* Special dates
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/special-education-forum-for-parents/2025-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ServiceNet":MAILTO:dcole-duffy@servicenet.org
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Gándara Center is partnering with Monte Marie again this year to host a Trunk or Treat Event TOMORROW\, Wednesday\, October 30th \, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Mont Marie facility at 36 Lower Westfield Road\, Holyoke. We are looking for agencies to decorate the trunks of their cars and provide candy to youth and families. We are asking trunks to arrive between 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm\, so we will be ready to begin at 5:30 pm. If you are available\, please register using the link below\, so we will know how many trunks to expect.\n\n\nhttps://forms.gle/BSZjqLM7jvpD1jex7
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/trunk-or-treat-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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SUMMARY:SICS National Honor Society Breast Cancer Walk
DESCRIPTION:Springfield International Charter School \nNov 1 8-11 am \nWe will begin with a couple of survivors sharing their stories. Featured games\, raffles and vendor tables. \n  \nRSVP Cindy@eachmomentwerealive.org \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/sics-national-honor-society-breast-cancer-walk/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Each Moment We&#039%3Bre Alive%2CInc":MAILTO:cindy@eachmomentwerealive.net
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