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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:20240514T100000
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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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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/2024-05-14/
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:20240515T120000
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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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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-4/2024-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T090000
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SUMMARY:Employment Law Pt.2- 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-2024-4/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T090000
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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:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
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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:20240518T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T113000
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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:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T081416
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/2024-05-18/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T081416
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:20240519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T220000
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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:20240519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T081416
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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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