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SUMMARY:New Bedford Hiring Event - Gándara Center
DESCRIPTION:We’re hiring! Join us Wednesday\, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in New Bedford. Come meet us\, learn about the roles we have to offer like the opportunity to be a Youth Mentor or Clinician\, and make a difference in our community.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/new-bedford-hiring-event-gandara-center/
LOCATION:376 Nash Rd\, New Bedford\, MA\, 376 Nash Rd\, New Bedford\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
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SUMMARY:Teen COPER Group
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Danielle Jones LCSW\, The COPER Teen group is for teens who are struggling with eating disorders\, anxiety or with other areas of mental health. This group centers around FLIHH’s COPER model which emphasizes the importance of Connection\, Optomissiom\, Play\, Empowerment\, and Resilience. This group takes place via Zoom every 4:30pm to 5:20 pm on Tuesdays. Fee for groups is $200 for 6 sessions. Sliding scale and payment plans may be available.\nTo Register Please contact info@flihh.com
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/teen-coper-group/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Jones":MAILTO:djones@flihh.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T100000
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SUMMARY:May 2024 Breakfast- Strategic Planning Needs a Redo
DESCRIPTION:Many people dread the strategic planning process for good reasons. Strategic plans are intended to help organizations improve\, and yet we use very little of what we know about change management and sustainable improvement in the strategic planning process. This results in a less engaging\, more time-consuming\, and less effective process. It doesn’t have to be this way. \nThis session will introduce participants to a more inclusive approach to starting their strategic planning. Jeff Wetherhold is a change management expert who has helped hundreds of teams make and sustain changes to improve client outcomes. Jeff will discuss how the strategic planning process changes when we approach it with a mindset of change management and improvement\, and he will share practical ways to improve existing strategic plans that he finds most organizations ignore. \n \nAbout the Presenter: \n \nJeff Wetherhold\, M.Ed.\, advises mission-driven organizations who need to see change. He is a trainer and coach with 15+ years of experience supporting hundreds of teams in making and sustaining changes to improve client outcomes. Jeff’s work focuses on the disciplines of strategic planning\, motivational interviewing\, and process improvement. \nJeff is a firm believer that it is not enough to walk clients through a change process. They deserve to learn from it\, and to build skills that they can continue to use throughout their careers. \nJeff has supported a broad range of change initiatives in the health care\, education\, community services\, and private sectors over the course of his career.  As the Co-founder and Principal at Ohia Advisors\, Jeff partners with organizations seeking to advance the health and well-being of their staff\, clients\, and communities through process improvement and strategic planning. This includes clients with national\, regional\, and local scopes of service. \nMost recently\, Jeff has founded MI for Health to provide accessible and skills-focused training and coaching in applying Motivational Interviewing to improve conversations about change with patients\, clients\, and staff. \nJeff is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers and a faculty member with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement\, where he supports health care facilities in adopting evidence-based safety practices using improvement methods. He is based on Boston\, Massachusetts. \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n       \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/may-2024-breakfast-making-a-strategic-plan/
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:20240519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T210000
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SUMMARY:Immigrant Voices 2024
DESCRIPTION:Immigrant Voices: A Celebration of the Arts\, our artistic showcase featuring our immigrant students\, alumni\, and allies returns this year to the Shea Theater in Turners Falls!\n\n\n\n\nThis year\, Immigrant Voices will feature performers from Haiti\, Ukraine\, Belarus\, Afghanistan\, Cameroon\, Zimbabwe\, Colombia\, El Salvador\, and Argentina. Performances include music\, dance\, and poetry.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/immigrant-voices-2024/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20231221T150640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231221T150640Z
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SUMMARY:Shooting For Success
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting two-day event to inspire and educate youth through sports and career exploration! Day one ignites with a unique “media day” at the Basketball Hall of Fame. This special event includes professional photos and launches a focused career readiness component for our young participants. Before diving into the 3v3 basketball tournament\, boys and girls in grades 7-12 will engage in a dynamic career exploration event. This jam-packed experience offers networking opportunities\, learning sessions\, and professional growth opportunities—all essential components to be completed before tournament entry. \nThe excitement continues with the top four teams from the initial rounds on day two. Beyond the games\, students will explore various industries through community partners\, collecting stamps from each. Day two will also include an electrifying 3-point contest and enlightening talks from inspiring guest speakers. \nScholarship prizes\, alternative prizes\, and partnerships with Spalding to feature FMS-themed basketballs will excite the event. Don’t miss this opportunity to join us for two days of sports\, education\, and valuable insights\, promising inspiration and growth!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/shooting-for-success/2024-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240228T155115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T155138Z
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SUMMARY:Outrun Hunger
DESCRIPTION:Join Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts to outrun hunger! This year’s 5K race and 1-mile fun walk helps us to race to fill the bowls of those in need! Funds go directly to programs that feed people in Hampden\, Hampshire and Franklin Counties. Those programs include 760\,000+ pounds of food annually donated and delivered\, purchased and gleaned\, and our Growing Gardens program\, where we mentor and support those most directly impacted by food insecurity to grow their own culturally meaningful and desired food!!! Our goal: Nourish Western MA – one delivery\, one glean\, one garden at a time.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/outrun-hunger/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel's Table of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:jfalk@feedwma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T125536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T125536Z
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SUMMARY:Northampton Community Baby Shower
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for baby and learn about prenatal and postpartum resources!\nFREE BABY GEAR FROM THE VILLAGE CLOSET\, Sizes NB-2TFREE RAFFLE PRIZES: Drawing at 11:15\nSaturday\, May 189:30am-11:30amJackson Street School\, 120 Jackson Street\, Northampton\, MA
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/northampton-community-baby-shower-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T124145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T124145Z
UID:10002900-1716022800-1716040800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Landlord Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This online workshop includes an overview of basic residential rental property management in Massachusetts that provides an introduction to the Massachusetts laws that govern the rental relationship. Important for all owners of rental properties\, including owners of 2-4 family homes. \nTopics covered include: \n•    proper tenant screening•    relations with tenants•    lead paint laws•    types of tenancies•    State Sanitary Code•    fair housing laws•    the eviction process•    how to deal with drug problems \nTrainer: H. John Fisher \nCertificates of completion are awarded at the end of the session; this workshop satisfies the course requirement for first-time buyers of multi-family homes. \nRegistration fee is $119.95 (non-refundable & includes Way Finders’ Property Management Manual\, valued at $29.95). \nHours of workshop are 9am-2pm.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/massachusetts-landlord-workshop-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T101813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T101813Z
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SUMMARY:The Heirloom Classic 5k
DESCRIPTION:The Heirloom Collective is proud to present our THIRD annual “The Heirloom Classic 5K” – a charity run and walk to benefit The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts.  All proceeds raised from registration fees\, donations\, and sponsorships will be directly donated to The Food Bank.  The course is a challenging but rewarding out-and-back that departs from Crumpin Fox Golf Course and traverses via Purple Meadow Road to the crest of the hill and back.  Hydration aid stations will be set up along the way. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to join.  Run\, or walk\, just come out and join us for a morning of fresh air for a good cause!  Click the link above to register and visit The Heirloom Classic 5K website to learn more about The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and it’s impact on the local community.  Sign in begins at 8AM and the race begins at 9AM.  Saturday May 18\, 2023.  We look forward to seeing you out there!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/the-heirloom-classic-5k/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T151500
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240308T183023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T160949Z
UID:10002007-1715774400-1715786100@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
DESCRIPTION:Live Interactive Webinar \nInstructor: Alexandra Klein Rafaeli\, Psy.D. \nLevel: Intermediate \nMay 14 and 15\, 2024\, noon – 3:15 p.m. ET \nCEs: 6 \nReview CE accreditation and approvals for this course on tab above. \nThis is a multiple-day session. In order to receive CEs\, you must attend both days. \nThe purpose of this seminar is to provide an introduction and orientation to Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT). We will study the foundations of IPT through its history\, its theory\, and its research milestones; learn about recent adaptations and discuss how IPT integrates multicultural and diversity perspectives. The seminar will also include examples of the approach through case presentations and videotape segments\, and participants will have the chance to participate in experiential exercises to deepen their understanding of the approach. By the end of this course\, participants will have wider knowledge of IPT\, including its theoretical roots and treatment phases. They will also gain experience in using core IPT techniques\, particularly those focused on communication skills\, recognition and regulation of affect and self-advocacy. \nAlthough IPT was originally developed and tested in a Western culture\, its concepts and techniques have also been adapted to non-Western and low-resource communities. This seminar will also look briefly at ways in which IPT can address and help in understanding the experience of illnesses such as depression through the lenses of family\, community and culture.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/introduction-to-interpersonal-psychotherapy-ipt/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Smith College School for Social Work":MAILTO:mcurtin@smith.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240430T131947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T131947Z
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SUMMARY:Human Services Discussion
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce that our final in-person COSA meeting of the year is scheduled for May 14th from 10am to 11:30am. Mark your calendars and join us for an engaging session where we will have the opportunity to hear from a panel of local nonprofit leaders. They will be sharing their insights on the challenges and successes they have experienced while navigating the evolving landscape of human services over the past few years. This promises to be a valuable and enlightening discussion that you won’t want to miss. See you there! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 14 \n\n\n\n10am-11:30am \n\n\n\nHaskell Building\, 1 Prince Street\, Northampton\, MA – DIRECTIONS & PARKING \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be available.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThank you to RSVP of the Pioneer Valley for sharing their space with COSA this month!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/human-services-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T123910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T123910Z
UID:10002899-1715621400-1715632200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Credit Success Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether you want to buy a house or a car\, pay off your student loan debt\, or understand how to build your credit\, Way Finders is here to help. \nOur Credit Success Workshop provides the tools you need to reach your financial goals. Learn directly from a Way Finders’ certified counselor through interactive and engaging activities. After you complete your workshop\, you will have the opportunity to meet with a HUD-certified housing counselor to discuss your individual goals. \nThere is a $10 fee to reserve your seat for the workshop. This fee will be refunded upon workshop completion. \nIn-person workshop. Registration required. \nWay Finders is dedicated to assisting low-to-moderate income clients achieve financial stability and success. You will not be turned away for inability to pay. \nTo request a one-time time waiver please contact our support department at homeownership@wayfinders.org or 413-233-1621.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/credit-success-workshop-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T101532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T101532Z
UID:10002893-1715443200-1715450400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Springfield Symphony Chorus “Sing\, Praise\, Light II”
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URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/springfield-symphony-chorus-sing-praise-light-ii/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240312T103630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T103630Z
UID:10002011-1715419800-1715432400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Springfield Neighborhood WALK/RUN FOR ADOPTION
DESCRIPTION:Help us spread awareness about adoption\nfrom foster care across the state. For the first\ntime in the Walk for Adoption’s 15-year-history\,\nwe’re excited to host a local walk in Springfield!\nWhether you participate at one of our\nNeighborhood Walks or join us at our main\nevent on May 19th at Jordan’s Furniture\nin Taunton\, your participation and any\nfundraising you do helps to support MARE’s\nwork to find permanent adoptive homes for\nchildren and teens in foster care.\nTo register:\n• Go to walk.mareinc.org\n• You can choose to join a team\, start your\nown team\, or register as an individual\n• As part of your registration\, you’ll be\nprompted to select your Walk Location.\nRegistration Fees: $35 per adult / $15 per child\nPlease be sure to register by May 1st to ensure\nthat we’ll have a Walk/Run shirt for you on the\nday of the event!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/springfield-neighborhood-walk-run-for-adoption/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240429T161102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T161102Z
UID:10002889-1715342400-1715356800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Lighthouse Open House
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URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/lighthouse-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240415T122346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T122346Z
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SUMMARY:Tapestry's Annual Auction. An Evening Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Silent Auction | Local talents | Delicious appetizers\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 9\, 2024\,\n5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\n\n\n\n\nat\n\n\n\n\nThe Penthouse 650\nat Tower Square\n\n\n\n\n1500 Main St Suite 650\, Springfield\, MA 01115\n\n\n\n\nBecome part of a vibrant community\, making a difference in community health.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/tapestrys-annual-auction-an-evening-under-the-stars/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Tapestry Health":MAILTO:events@tapestryhealth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240304T130621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T110220Z
UID:10001929-1715104800-1715115600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:May First-Time Homebuyer Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:In 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$50 for two adults in the same household.* Registration is nonrefundable & attendance is required at all three sessions. \nMay sessions are scheduled: \nTuesday\, May 7 \nWednesday\, May 8 \nTuesday\, May 14 \nAll from 6pm-9pm on Zoom. \nPlease reach out if you need reasonable accommodation due to disability or lack of technology access. \nIf your income is at or below the posted incomes below\, and you live in Amherst\, Easthampton\, or Northampton\, MA\, you may be eligible to attend this class for free. Contact Donna Cabana 413-586-5855 ext. 180 to schedule a budgeting session prior to the webinar. You will need to complete a household budget\, provide pay stubs\, bank statements\, and participate in budget counseling. Residents of other towns are not eligible. \nHousehold size and maximum income: \n1 – $52\,750\, 2-$60\,250\, 3-$67\,800\, 4-$75\,300\, 5- $81\,350
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/may-first-time-homebuyer-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T102020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T102020Z
UID:10002895-1715104800-1715112000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:How to Apply for Affordable and Subsidized Housing
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar discussion will cover the crucial process of combining available public funds with\nrealistic family assets to create the best potential for housing options. Although this is a basic\nworkshop\, it highlights all of the important steps to any plan in process\, and will be useful even for\nthose already on the Section 8 list.\nTopics include: public funds available to pay for housing; level of support needed; living skills\ndevelopment; assessment of personal resources; housing models; person-centered planning and\nstate care support options (including non-DDS) options. \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/how-to-apply-for-affordable-and-subsidized-housing/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240321T111728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T111728Z
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SUMMARY:14th Annual Daffodil Run 5k/10k
DESCRIPTION:By signing up for the Daffodil Run 5k or 10k\, you’re helping Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.\n  \nCHD’s Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County will hold the 14th Annual Daffodil Run in person at the Amherst Town Common\, Amherst\, MA 01002 \nIt will begin at 10:00 a.m. \nWalk or run and invite others to join you in support of mentoring.  Register for the Daffodil Run. \nThis community event has become the first marker of spring for the town of Amherst and draws hundreds of community members to the area to participate and cheer on their family and friends. \nLook forward to 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run post-race party with delicious food\, and family-friendly fun. The Daffodil Run helps sustain the power of youth mentoring through Big Brothers Big Sisters by connecting adult mentors with young people in our community. Once matched they go on to build a meaningful\, positive relationship that empowers the potential inherent in each child.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/14th-annual-daffodil-run-5k-10k/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240220T184443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T184443Z
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SUMMARY:SquareOne Derby Party
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/squareone-derby-party/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T125808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T125808Z
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SUMMARY:Spring into Movement
DESCRIPTION:This May\, let’s Spring into Movement with It Takes a Village!\nIt’s all starting Friday\, May 3\, 2024 from 6pm-7pm! For this first class\, we’re partnering with Strong as a Mother Wellness and Easthampton’s Fitness Fusion.\nSpecial fundraiser rate per class is $20 donation.\nProceeds from the class go to It Takes a Village.\nAnd save the date for the next class near you!\nHampshire: Friday\, May 3rdBerkshire: Friday\, May 17thFranklin: Friday\, May 31stHampden County: TBD\nWe hope you can join us!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/spring-into-movement/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240501T101231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T101231Z
UID:10002892-1714721400-1714770000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Community Action PV Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/community-action-pv-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240417T104134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T104134Z
UID:10002450-1714671000-1714678200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:United Way of Pioneer Valley - DDRWLC Speed Networking
DESCRIPTION:A light-hearted networking event celebrating friendship\, collaboration\, and the power of women communing and connecting. Get together with women across the Pioneer Valley through networking and make new friends in the process!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/united-way-of-pioneer-valley-ddrwlc-speed-networking/
LOCATION:White Lion Brewing Company\, 1500 Main Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240320T161132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T161133Z
UID:10002012-1714640400-1714653000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:HSF Supervisory Skills Certificate Series Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:This series of workshops is ideal for new supervisors to get the skills and knowledges needed to succeed. A trained supervisory team will improve any organization and lead to higher impact in aiding their communities. \nThe workshop series takes place from 9am to 12:30pm every week for eight weeks on Thursdays starting May 2nd. Attendance is required at every session for certification. \nThis is a hybrid series\, please select if you are attending in person at our offices in Easthampton\, or virtually over Zoom. \n \nSession Topics: \nLead with Influence– Everyone exerts influence\, intentional or unintentional. A good leader is aware of how they would prefer to positively impact their team and guides their field in that direction. \nEmployment Law 101 and 102- This 2 part workshop presents the most up to date laws requarding employment is crucial for anyone who oversees employees. Mitigate risk\, learn to avoid litigation and retaliation\, and fulfill your legal obligations.  \nBenefits and Liability- Insurance can be difficult to understand. In this session\, gain a better understanding of what liabilities exist for your organization. Also understand what insurance benefits are available to be to make sure your team is making the most of them. \nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Build your team up\, making the whole stronger than the sum of their parts. Learn tips and tactics to help drive unity. Be able to address when conflict does happen\, leading back to making your team work in harmony. \nCyber Security- Protect your information and that of your organization. Learn what steps to take to discourage hackers and scammers.  Learn about the most common forms of attack\, and how those attacks are evolving\, as well as what the attackers are after and why. \nRetention: Rewards & Recognition\, Accountability & Discipline- Help build an understanding within your team of their own progress. Be able to have conversations about great performance\, and areas of improvement. Build a culture that retains their workforce through active development. \nAssessing D.E.I. as a New Supervisor- Where does your organization stand on Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion? Do you understand your organization’s plan and your place in that plan? Learn to build and foster DEI within your team. \nProgram Fees: \nHSF Members: $500  Not Yet Members: $900 \nParticipants must attend all sessions to receive their certificates. Makeup sessions are not allowed. \nSeries Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-supervisory-skills-certificate-series-spring-2024-2/
LOCATION:NCYF Building; 203 East St\, Easthampton\, 203 East St\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240301T124449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T124449Z
UID:10001992-1714554000-1714582800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Yoga for Therapists and Their Clients
DESCRIPTION:No prior training in yoga\, trauma treatment\, or EMDR is required. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nLive Online \n  \nMay 1\, 2024 \n  \n9:00-5:00 EST\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n6 CEs\, 3 EMDRIA CEs \n$160 early bird rate until April 1\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis day long workshop includes four 90-minute sessions exploring foundational concepts and techniques for integrating yoga into psychotherapy. Each session explores both practical and philosophical overlap between the practices of yoga and trauma treatment. Students will practice and learn to lead 4 gentle yoga sequences\, 4 yogic breathing techniques\, and 4 grounding resources for offering yoga safely and effectively to clients with trauma histories. These skills are also useful  as self-care to mitigate risk of burnout for those working in stressful environments. No prior training in yoga\, trauma treatment\, or EMDR is required. \nParticipants will be able to: \n\nDefine Sanskrit terms Yoga\, Asana\, Ahimsa\, Prana\, and Pranayama in English and describe how each term relates to trauma therapy.\nChoose appropriate timing for utilizing yoga postures\, concepts\, and breathing techniques in clinical practice\, including resourcing/stabilization\, during trauma processing\, and post-treatment integration. Connections between trauma-aware yoga and the 8 Phases of EMDR will be explored.\nSolve trauma related challenges including negative beliefs\, difficult emotions\, and painful sensations that may emerge during yoga practice using skills of external grounding\, window of tolerance\, internal resources\, non-judgmental awareness\, self-compassion\, and/or choice.\nUnderstand social justice concepts of empowerment and oppression and how they relate to offering yoga in psychotherapy in a trauma-informed manner.\nPractice effectively and safely leading 4 different yoga scripts: Yoga Unites/Trauma Divides\, Non-Judgmental Awareness\, Finding Our Centers\, and Grounding Yoga Sequence.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/trauma-informed-yoga-for-therapists-and-their-clients/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240416T141719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T141719Z
UID:10002443-1714550400-1714582800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Early Registration Will Bike 4 Food
DESCRIPTION:Will Bike 4 Food (WB4F) is back for its 14th year!This fun cycling event raises funds and awareness for The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Cyclists of all levels can pedal towards a hunger-free future by joining us for a Century (100 mile)\, Half Century (50 mile)\, Quarter Century (25 mile)\, or the 10-mile Family Fun Ride. Registered riders can also choose to participate virtually by riding their miles any time in September during Hunger Action Month.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/early-registration-will-bike-4-food/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240416T143826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T143826Z
UID:10002445-1714413600-1714420800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:2024 NonProfit Innovators Forum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/2024-nonprofit-innovators-forum/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240326T150149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T150149Z
UID:10002364-1714411800-1714419000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Intergenerational Trauma / Ask a Therapist
DESCRIPTION:In this training\, attendees will learn how many of our current mental health issues can come from the traumas of our parents\, grandparents\, and even great-grandparents. We will learn and discuss how to build off the work of experts in the fields of neuroscience and posttraumatic stress. We will also reserve time for an “Ask a Therapist” session where you may ask questions in a welcoming and safe environment. \nFacilitated by: the Behavioral Health Network\nHosted by: New North Citizens’ Council\nSponsored by: Youth Mental Health Coalition
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/intergenerational-trauma-ask-a-therapist/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240304T134313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T134313Z
UID:10002001-1714298400-1714312800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Big Brothers Big Sisters 14th Annual Daffodil Run 5k/10k
DESCRIPTION:Help support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County\nBy signing up for the Daffodil Run 5k or 10k\, you’re helping Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.\nWhat does Big Brothers Big Sisters do?\nOur mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. For a few hours\, 2-4 times a month\, Bigs and Littles spend time doing various activities together\, from going to a museum to taking a hike. By simply offering the invaluable gift of friendship\, Bigs and Littles literally change each others’ lives for the better.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/big-brothers-big-sisters-14th-annual-daffodil-run-5k-10k/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T110811
CREATED:20240416T145803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T145803Z
UID:10002446-1714287600-1714305600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Runway 5K
DESCRIPTION:About the Runway 5K\nRace Date: April 28. Run & Walk both start at 9AM.  \nYou know what’s even more rewarding than finishing a 5K on a runway? Knowing that you helped change foster care for good when you cross the finish line. The Runway 5K mission is to bring community together to raise funds for foster care innovation. Every dollar raised helps kids soar. \nWhen you register for the Runway\, you’re joining a community on a mission to support kids first – and a race/walk second. It’s easy and fun to get involved. You can run – timed or for fun – walk\, join virtually or volunteer.  You can create a team – or fly solo – for fundraising. We’ll share tips and tools to help you succeed in raising funds and awareness to celebrate your participation and foster care innovation.  Every dollar serves children\, youth and families who’ve been impacted by foster care in the greater Pioneer Valley. \nPlus\, this year donations go further thanks to Greenfield Savings Bank. GSB will match every dollar donated to $15\,000 with their Community Challenge Grant. \nDon’t miss earning your wings and a Runway beanie when you raise $150 or more!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/runway-5k/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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