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SUMMARY:HR Virtual Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:HSF is pleased to host roundtable forums around topics important to non-profit HR and fiscal management. Roundtables are led by senior leaders from HSF member organizations. \nHSF Roundtable Benefits include: \n\nFacilitated discussions with colleagues across the human service industry on up to date trending topics.\nPresentations from industry experts\nNetworking and sharing of best practices\n\nFor more information on attending the HR roundtable contact Rebecca Coolong at rcoolong@humanserviceforum.org \nThank you to our Annual Sponsors\n\n   \n\n \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hr-virtual-roundtable-2/2024-05-07/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event
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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:20240507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T205021
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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:20240508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T093000
DTSTAMP:20260501T205021
CREATED:20240417T104305Z
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SUMMARY:United Way of Pioneer Valley – OnBoard Board Basics Series
DESCRIPTION:This session\, facilitated by nonprofit leader and consultant\, Shannon Mumblo\, will present the top 5 things potential board members should consider before joining a board. \nMore than a single event\, OnBoard is a programmatic resource designed to support the health and viability of our community’s nonprofit leadership–the Board. \nHosted by UWPV\, OnBoard has expanded its offerings with a series of instructional webinars\, networking opportunities\, and community engagement activities to prepare anyone for Board service. \nWe invite anyone interested in serving on a Board\, or just interested in learning about the integral role of the Board\, to start your journey with OnBoard.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/united-way-of-pioneer-valley-onboard-board-basics-series/2024-05-08/
LOCATION:TD Bank Center
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T123656Z
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SUMMARY:First Time Homebuyer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Become a certified first-time homebuyer with Way Finders! Learn from local real estate professionals about the homebuying process. \nThe course covers finding\, financing\, purchasing\, and maintaining a home. Participants receive a certificate of completion that is necessary to access several down payment assistance programs and special mortgage products. \nThis is a three-part virtual workshop: \nWednesday\, May 8\, 5:30-8:30pmWednesday\, May 15\, 5:30-8:30pmWednesday\, May 22\, 5:30-8:30pm \nWalk-ins are not accepted. Attendance for this workshop will be limited. \nCreate a Way Finders account at www.wayfinders.org/login to register. \nCost of the workshop is $50 per household\, nonrefundable.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/first-time-homebuyer-workshop-4/2024-05-08/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T090000
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CREATED:20240424T182933Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Law Pt.1- INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS- HSF Supervisory Skills Series- Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:Select single individual sessions from our popular Supervisory Skills Series. 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.  Please make note of the date of the topic you are interested in. \n \nSession Dates and Topics: \nMay 2nd- Lead 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. \nMay 9 & 16th- Employment 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.  \nMay 23rd- Benefits 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. \nMay 30th- Team 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. \nJune 6th- Cyber 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. \nJune 13th- Retention: 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. \nJune 20th- Assessing 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: $100 per person per session  Not Yet Members: $200 per person per session \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/individual-sessions-hsf-supervisory-skills-series-spring-2024-3/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T193000
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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:20240510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T160000
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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:20240511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T205022
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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:20240511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T205022
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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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