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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Though we all care about the families we serve and their safety, domestic violence can be difficult to talk about, especially if we aren't aware of how we can help. Unfortunately, we learned through the Community Needs & Gaps Assessment we recently conducted, it impacts many of families we work with everyday. We all have an opportunity to support those experiencing domestic violence in accessing help by educating ourselves on this important topic. Please take a moment to read about some of the local domestic violence programs that support women and children our community.
As always, please free to contact me with suggestions or other content you would like included in future e-newsletters.
Thank you,
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Molly Patil
Family Resources Specialist
Eden Prairie Schools - Community Education
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DENTAL CLINIC: 10.25.17
myHealth for Teens & Young Adults in Hopkins is hosting a low-cost dental clinic for children, teens, young adults, and pregnant women on Wednesday,October 25th from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Though Children's Dental Services accepts all forms of insurance, an income-based sliding fee scale will be used to determine costs. See the
Dental Services Flyer
for more details.
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CHAIN REACTION THEATER'S
BODY & SOLD
: 10.26.17
Based on interviews with sex trafficking survivors in five major U.S. cities, this powerful documentary play gives voice to victims and inspires discussion and action.
Body & Sold
runs October 14th - November 2nd in venues throughout the Twin Cities, and will be performed on Thursday,
October 26th at 7:00 p.m. at the Eden Prairie City Center.
More information and tickets are available at
www.chainreactiontp.com.
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HALLOWEEN ON THE MALL: 10.31.17
For a safe trick or treating experience and night of free fun, the Eden Prairie Shopping Center is hosting its annual Halloween on the Mall event from 5:30 - 7:30 pm, Tuesday, October 31st. Learn more on the
mall’s website
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NAVIGATING THE WATERS: 11.2.17
Join local service providers and others working with families in need on Thursday, November 2nd from 9:00 am – noon at St. Andrew Lutheran Church to hear presentations on Hennepin County’s Coordinated Entry System, the refugee admission process and policy changes, and program updates regarding the Cash Assistance, SNAP and Childcare Assistance Programs. This event, which is free and open to the public, is a collaboration between the City of Eden Prairie Office of Housing and Community Services, Minnesota Department of Human Services, Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County, Hennepin South Services Collaborative, and Hennepin County. Register on the
event’s website.
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PROP
ERLY POISED FASHION SHOW: 11.3.17
Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a runway show, silent auction and more Friday, November 3rd from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Bearpath Golf & Country Club. Tickets are $35; 100% of proceeds benefit PROP. Purchase tickets and learn more on the
event website
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ADVICE ABOUT BOOK CLUBS: 11.5.17
The Friends of the Eden Prairie Library are hosting a free forum on Sunday, November 5th at 1:00 pm at the Eden Prairie Library where local librarians will share helpful, practical and affordable advice about book clubs. Attendees will receive a Book Club Kit courtesy of the Friends of the Eden Prairie Library. Registration and more information is available on the
library’s events page
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CORNERSTONE
Cornerstone’s ultimate goal is to reduce the prevalence of domestic violence, sexual violence and human trafficking. With its shelter and main office located in Bloomington, Cornerstone serves adults and children, including those from Eden Prairie, through a wide variety of programs including the statewide Day One Crisis Line and Local Crisis Line, support groups and therapy, housing and legal advocacy, school-based prevention programs, and more. Learn about this multi-service organization at
www.cornerstonemn.org
.
Read tips for helping others when you suspect abuse on their
How to Support Someone
page
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SEWA-AIFW’S CULTURALLY SPECIFIC WOMEN’S PROGRAMS
SEWA-Asian Indian Family Wellness offers culturally specific assistance through their Women’s Programs, including a 24/7 crisis line, assistance for those experiencing domestic violence, and support through economic empowerment. Learn more by visiting
SEWA-AIFW's website
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ISUROON
Isuroon is a multi-service organization that serves Somali women and girls. Through group meetings and face-to-face counseling, conference calls and carefully designed teaching sessions, Isuroon offers culturally appropriate education on health issues including domestic and sexual violence and also provides case management, advocacy, and legal assistance. Learn more a
t
www.isuroon.org.
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EDUCATION: OUR BEST LEGACY
PARENT PROGRAM
Education: Our Best Legacy
is a seven-session program for all parents with kids in grades 5+ offered for free through Eden Prairie Schools Title I funding. Jeff Thelen will lead four cohorts of parents through the program to strengthen relationships and build parents' confidence and skills in supporting their children in school. A light meal will be provided, and childcare is available for some cohorts.
View the
program flyer
for more details or contact Jeff Thelen at
jthelen@edenpr.org.
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FEPS NOW ACCEPTING 2018 GRANT APPLICATIONS
The Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools (FEPS) has opened its application process for their 2018 grant program. Learn more and download the application, due November 30th, by visiting the
FEPS website
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EDEN PRAIRIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES ITS 2018 APPLICATION
The Eden Prairie Community Foundation will begin accepting 2018 grant applications on November 1st. All applications must be received by December 22nd, and awards will be presented next spring. View
this press release
for more information and a link to an eligibility quiz.
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MYHEALTH NOW SERVING UP TO AGE 26 FOR ALL PROGRAMS
myHealth For Teens & Young Adults recently expanded the age eligibility guidelines for patients to now serve young adults up to age 26 for ALL clinical services. Learn more about their services, including an asthma case management program, mental health care, reproductive care and more, by visiting the
myHealth website
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BARO TUTORING SEEKING MORE VOLUNTEERS
Baro Tutoring volunteers have offered homework help to ELL families (mainly students, but some adults as well) every Tuesday and Thursday at the Eden Prairie Library for the past six years. Tutors range in age from 14 - retirement age. The main requirement is a heart for helping others. If you are interested, just show up on either day (7:00 - 8:30 pm on Tuesday; 6:00 - 8:15 pm on Thursday) to see if it's a good fit for you. Background checks (at no charge) are required for tutors age 18 and older.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS OFFERED TO PRAIRIE MEADOWS
Multiple organizations in Eden Prairie are coming together to help deliver the Community Connections program to residents of Prairie Meadows. This effort, led by the City’s Office of Housing and Community Services and PROP, is intended to bring together landlords, city staff, social service agencies, “community connector” volunteers, and residents to learn from each other and help families navigate local resources. This multi-session program is being offered at the Preserve Barn at no cost. Learn more by contacting the
City’s Office of Housing and Community Services
or
PROP
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