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Tuesday, February 21, 2017
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Wed, Feb 22 12:00pm
Blood Drive, Lakeside Medical Center
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Money Smart - Financial Literacy for Spanish Speakers
The Glades Initiative is presenting a series of financial literacy trainings in Spanish based on the FDIC's Money Smart program, designed to teach residents how to enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships.
WHEN: Beginning
Friday, February 24, 2017 10:00am - 11:30am
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March 3, 10, 17, 24, 28, 31)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information, call Jose Zaragoza at (561)996-3310
Click here for more information
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Money Smart - Financial Literacy for Haitian Creole Speakers
The Glades Initiative is presenting a series of financial literacy trainings in Haitian Creole based on the FDIC's Money Smart program, designed to teach residents how to enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships.
WHEN:
Monday, March 6, 7, 8, 9, 2017 9:00am - 12:00pm
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information, call Jose Zaragoza at (561)996-3310
Click here for more information
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Blood Drive at Lakeside Medical Center 
All donors will receive a OneBlood Long Sleeve T-Shirt, a $5 Golden Corral Coupon, a Lion Country Safari coupon for $8 off every passenger, and a wellness checkup including blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse, and cholesterol screening!
You can make an appointment online at www.oneblooddonor.org and use sponsor code #10071
WHEN: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 12:00pm - 5:00pm
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Highway, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for a flyer
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FREE Live Webinar:
How to Grow Your Business With Social Media
WHEN: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 1:30pm
Click here to register
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Glades Technical Advisory Team Meeting
With Guest Speaker Rick Roche of Lakeside Medical Center
WHEN: Thursday, February 23, 2017 9:30am - 11:00am
WHERE: City of Pahokee Marina, 190 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact:
Houston L. Tate, OCR Director, at 233-5303 or htate@pbcgov.org
or Audley G. Reid, Senior Planner at 233-5567; areid@pbcgov.org
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C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics: Seeing the World
The C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics will be providing FREE comprehensive eye examinations and glasses to children in low-income areas with no form of health insurance. All children, regardless of financial consequences, deserve a fair chance because vision is vital to the learning process.
WHEN: Thursday, February 23, 2017 11:00am - 4:00pm
(MUST HAVE APPOINTMENT)
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics, 941 SE 1st Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
To make your appointment, call (561)642-1023
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Art Exhibition Opening: A PLETHORA OF STYLES By Donald Neal
The Lawrence E. Will Museum of the Glades invites you to attend a celebration of the opening of an exhibition of painting and sculpture: A PLETHORA OF STYLES By Donald Neal. Celebrated for his mastery of the Trompe l' oeil ("fool the eye") method of oil painting, Neal blends technical mastery with native genius for conveying the substance of the Glades experience. Neal's compositions are elegant in their execution and present an impressive range of themes from meditations on class conflict, race, and poverty, to humanity's tenuous relationship with nature in the watery world of the northern Everglades. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public.
WHEN:
Friday February 24, 2017 7:00pm
WHERE: The Lawrence E. Will Museum, 530 South Main Street, Belle Glade 33430
For more information, please call (561)853-4443.
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Train-In-A-Day: American Red Cross Volunteer Training
The American Red Cross is offering training for current and new volunteers. This training is helpful to any agency working with clients in time of disaster.
WHEN:
Saturday, February 25, 2017 9:00am - 4:00pm
WHERE: American Red Cross Belle Glade Service Center, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Space is limited & lunch/refreshments are provided, so pre-registration is required
To register online: Visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer
To register by email or phone: Please contact Pat Lucey, Community Volunteer Leader for the Glades, at 561.996.4291 or pat.lucey@redcross.org
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2nd Annual Glades Family Fun Fest
Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the date of our 2nd Annual Family Fun Fest!
WHEN: Saturday, February 25th, 2017 11:00am - 3:00pm
WHERE: Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL
If you are interested in becoming a vendor at this event, call: (561)355-1125
Click here for a flyer
Click here for a vendor registration form
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Books, Balls, & Blocks:
FREE Child Development Screenings
A free, fun event providing developmental and behavioral screenings for children 4 months to 5 years of age.
WHEN:
Saturday, February 25, 2017 11:00am - 3:00pm
WHERE: Glades Family Fun Fest, Glades Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for a flyer
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Comedian, Musician, Ventriloquist Taylor Mason
Taylor has performed from Carnegie Hall to Disney Cruise Lines and major comedy clubs across the country!
WHEN: Sunday, February 26, 2017 6:00pm
WHERE: First Baptist Church of Belle Glade, 17 NW Ave B, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information, call: (561)996-5596
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Rhythm of the Dance at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center
Rhythm of the Dance will take you on an epic journey through the ages, from ancient mythology to the travels of the Irish emigrants, from the rolling hills and stonewalls of Connemara all the way to the modern skyscrapers of New York, with some surprises along the way. The show is an inspiring epic, recounting the journey of the Irish Celts throughout history.
WHEN: Friday, March 3, 2017 7:30pm
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information, call the box office at 561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org.
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Health Council of Southeast Florida (HCSEF) Board Vacancies
The Health Council of Southeast Florida (HCSEF) announces two vacancies on its Board of Directors to represent Palm Beach and Indian River Counties.
Click here to learn more
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Nominate Someone for an AARP Purpose Prize Award
Making a difference doesn't stop as you age. Millions of older adults are using their experience to give back, to solve problems, and to change lives. The AARP Purpose Prize™ award honors extraordinary individuals who use their life experience to make a better future for all. In 2017, AARP will award five prizes. Each will have a $50,000 award. While AARP does not limit the types of social impact issues that will be considered, it will strongly consider candidates who work in areas of particular concern to AARP; specifically:
- Innovative workplace and employment practices
- Caregiving
- Healthy living
- Financial resiliency, stability, and savings
- Livable communities (e.g. local housing, transportation, age-friendly communities)
Click here to learn more
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Groundbreaking Ceremonies for:
Covenant Villas and South Bay Villas
The Palm Beach County Housing Authority asks you to please mark your calendars and save the date for Monday, March 6th for this special and long-awaited event.
WHEN: Monday, March 6, 2017 11:00am
WHERE: The first groundbreaking ceremony will begin at Covenant Villas, located at 601 Covenant Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430 followed by a ground breaking ceremony and lunch at the New South Bay Villas, located at 110 Harrelle Drive, South Bay, FL 33493
For more information, contact Kenyon Link at klink@pbchafl.org
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Glades Region Teacher Development Information Session
Are you interesting in pursuing a career in teaching?
WHEN: Thursday, March 16, 2017 5:00pm - 7:00pm
WHERE: West Tech, 2625 NW 16th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for more information
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Pahokee Youth Empowerment Summit
Topics:
- Gang Awareness & Prevention
- Cyberbullying / Sexting
- Drug & Alcohol Abuse
- Bullying & Cyber Bullying
- Lifetime of Consequences
- How to Handle Police Approach
- Drunk Driving & Distractive Driving
- Healthy Relationships
WHEN: Saturday, March 25, 2017 8:00am - 2:00pm
WHERE: Pahokee High School, 900 Larrimore Rd, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here for a flyer
Click here for a registration form
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PEPPI Headstart
Now accepting applications for 3 and 4 year olds to be added to our wait list. Child must be 3 on or before September 1st of the current school year.
WHERE: 301 SW 8th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for more information
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Florida CHAIN Newsletter
Florida CHAIN (Community Health Action Information Network) is a statewide consumer health advocacy organization dedicated to improving the health of all Floridians by promoting access to affordable, quality health care.
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Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network Newsletter - February 2017
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West County Senior Center Newsletter
Click here to view
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Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County
Monday Morning Update
See how the Children's Services Council is working for our children:
Click here to view
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CareerSource Job Opportunities in the Glades
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Community Action Advisory Board Regular Meeting
WHEN: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 6:00pm - 7:00pm
WHERE: 810 Datura Street, Basement Conference Room, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For more information, please contact Grant Compliance Specialist, Doris Davis at DDavis1@pbcgov.org or (561) 355-4706
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Riding the Waves:
Tools for the Management of Bipolar Disorder
Please join us next week (February 22nd) for this very special workshop to discuss new information about Bipolar Spectrum Disorder. This workshop will feature two great experts in the field: Jacintha Cauffield and Mr. Michael Peterson. Dr. Cauffield is Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Palm Beach Atlantic University and will discuss the newest information about treatment and medications for Bipolar.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:00am - 12:00pm
WHERE: Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County, 909 Fern Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Click here for more information and to register
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Coverage to Care Workshop
A chance to get your health insurance questions answered. Are you newly enrolled into the Health Insurance Marketplace and have questions about your plan?
WHEN: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 2:00pm - 4:00pm
WHERE: Palm Beach County Library, West Boca Branch, 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton, FL 33498
Register at www.enrollpbandtc.org
Walk-ins are always welcomed!
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Keys to Homeownership Event
This event will help educate the public on the home purchasing process.
WHEN: Saturday, February 25, 2017 8:30am - 2:30pm
WHERE: South Olive Park, 345 Summa Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Must preregister - Click here
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15th Annual Heritage Day Breakfast
Join us for the 15th Annual Heritage Day Breakfast on Monday, February 27 at 10 am at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Currie Park, West Palm Beach featuring keynote speaker Palm Beach County Commissioner Mack Bernard. Musical entertainment by Tom Willis. This event is free and open to the community.
WHEN: Monday, February 27, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial at Currie Park, 2400 North Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here to register
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Grand Opening Ceremony for the New PBSC Campus
Health sciences and technology, which are the focus of the first phase of the campus, will be offered later this year. Those career programs include: the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, which will start in the fall; and Health Information Technology Associate in Science degree, Health Informatics Specialist certificate, Medical Information Coder/Biller certificate and Medical Transcription technical diploma, which all start in the summer.
WHEN: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 4:00pm
WHERE: Palm Beach State College - Dennis P. Gallon Campus, 15845 Southern Boulevard, Loxahatchee, FL 33470
Click here for more information
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Visioning Rural Health Without Disparities
Presented by the Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network
- National and Regional Key Note Speakers
- Healthcare Presenters
- Relevant and Timely Topics
- Educational and Awareness Break-out Sessions
- Network With Other Professionals
- Earn Approved CEU's
- May Qualify For Category 2 CHE's and CEU's
WHEN:
Friday, March 31, 2017 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (registration starts at 8:30am)
WHERE: Indian River State College - Dixon Hendry Campus, 2229 NW 9th Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972
For more information, call: (561)844-4220
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Junior League of Boca Raton Upcoming Trainings
Click here to register for any of the listed events
Introduction to Corporate Giving
Presented by Liz Locke
Audience: Those new to corporate funding.
WHEN:
Thursday, February 23, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Introduction to Finiding Grants
Presented by Liz Locke
Audience: Beginning funding researchers or those desiring a refresher.
WHEN:
Tuesday, March 7, 2017 9:00am - 10:00am
Tuesday, April 4, 2017 9:00am - 10:00am
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 9:00am - 10:00am
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Best Practices for Bringing on New Board Members
Presented by Gerry Czarnecki
Audience: Nonprofit leaders and board members.
WHEN:
Thursday, March 2, 2017 2:00pm - 4:00pm
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Introduction to Project Budgets
Presented by Liz Locke
Audience: Those new to proposal writing/budgeting.
WHEN:
Thursday, March 16, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Writing the Grant: Learn the Art and Science of Grant Proposals
Presented by Dr. Christopher Noe
Audience: Those desiring in-depth proposal writing training.
WHEN:
Wednesday, March 22 and Thursday, March 23, 2017 8:30am - 4:00pm
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Navigating the School District: Connecting the Dots for Our Children and Families
Presented by Dr. Ann Faraone
Audience: All.
WHEN:
Thursday, April 13, 2017 9:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Facebook for Beginners: Use the Powerful Marketing Tool to Connect with Supporters
Presented by Leon Fooksmans
Audience: All.
WHEN:
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 9:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Introduction to Foundation Maps
Presented by Liz Locke
Audience: All, including grant-makers.
WHEN:
Tuesday, May 9, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Mission-Based Strategic Planning
Presented by Dr. Christopher Noe
Audience: Nonprofit leaders and board members.
WHEN:
Thursday, May 18, 2017 0:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Click here to register for any of the listed events
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Two-Day Leaders Training
This is a Program that will provide caregivers with the tools and strategies to better handle the unique caregiving challenges.
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 5 and Thursday, April 6, 2017 8:30am - 5:00pm
WHERE: Area Agency on Aging, 4400 N Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here for more information
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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Emergency Food and Shelter Program Grant Opportunity
Our Local EFSP Board recently announced that Phase 34 applications will be made available starting Monday, February 13, 2017, at www.unitedwaypbc.org under "Get Help - Nonprofit Resources". This decision has been made even though the EFSP National Board still has not allocated funds to any local jurisdictions. That means our Local Board still does not know how much money Palm Beach County will be getting for Phase 34. We have been in communication with the National Board, and our County does anticipate receiving an award similar to Phase 33. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, the Local Board is unsure when the official EFSP Award Notice will be received.
The deadline for completed Phase 34 applications to be submitted is 12:00 (NOON) on Friday, March 10, 2017. All submissions must be returned to United Way of Palm Beach County, 477 South Rosemary Avenue, Suite 230, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (and in my possession). Though mailed-in submissions are allowed, hand-delivered submissions are strongly suggested. NO LATE PROPOSALS WILL BE ACCEPTED!
If you are interested, please read the linked PDF carefully > Click here
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Donate to The Glades Initiative for a Chance to Win a Car!
Want an opportunity to win a car while helping organizations like The Glades Initiative? Here's your chance.
Make a donation of $20 or more to any participating American Honda Birdies for Children and then guess the total number of birdies that will be made by the entire field in all four rounds of the 2017 Honda Classic for a chance to win a brand new 2017 Honda vehicle. Your donation will offer a chance to win a new Honda automobile, while at the same time, the charity benefits from the proceeds plus a 10% matching contribution courtesy of The Honda Classic.
To help you along, here are the total number of birdies made in each of the last three tournaments (all have been played at PGA National Resort & Spa - Champion Course):
- Birdies 2013: 1,244
- Birdies 2014: 1,363
- Birdies 2015: 1,168
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FREE Community Lunch for Seniors (60+)
Please join us for a nutritious meal and the opportunity to socialize with friends.
WHEN: Monday - Friday 12:00pm
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road 15, Belle Glade 33430
Tanner Park Community Center, 105 E. Palm Beach Road, South Bay 33493
If you are interested in more information on the Lunch Program for adults over 60 years of age or for volunteering opportunities, please call us at the Senior Nutrition Program, (561) 355-4740.
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C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic Dental Services
The C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics provide preventive dental services to adults and children. Costs for dental services are based on a patient's family size and income. All patients will be served, with or without insurance.
WHEN: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Health Center, 38754 State Road 80, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Patients can call (561)642-1000 to make an appointment for dental checkups, cleanings, fillings, and extractions.
To learn more about other services provided by the C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics, visit www.clbrumbackprimarycareclinics.org
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CDA National Credential Online Training Course
The Child Development Associate (CDA) National Credential Course is the "best first step" for career advancement in early learning. This online interactive course, is designed to fulfill the CDA requirement for 120 hours of formal education in specific child-care competency areas. We'll help you develop the professional portfolio you need to apply for the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™. You could finish in as few as 4 months, completing nearly all of the requirements for your portfolio.
WHEN: Monday, May 1, 2017
Available online
Registration Fee: $50
Tuition: $1,375
Click here for more information and to apply
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Call for Proposals
The Florida Health Care Coalition is now accepting proposals for "The Leading Edge - Innovations in Health Care." This is a unique opportunity to secure a more visible role with our national audience at our 24th Annual National Conference on May 1, 2017 in Orlando, Florida.
For more information, click here.
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Catholic Charities Pahokee Counseling Program
The Catholic Charities Counseling Program, with an office in Pahokee, provides professional counseling and therapy for adults, children, families, and couples in five locations serving five counties. The team of therapists addresses issues such as marital/relationship discord, child and family dynamics, depression, loneliness, grief and loss, anxiety, stressful relationships, child and adolescent problems and other life stressors. Our team of counselors are all highly qualified clinicians with a minimum of a master's degree who are dedicated to providing the best services possible to the community. In an effort to better serve the community we have bilingual (Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, and German) counselors available at various locations, including Pahokee, and in an effort to serve all clients, including those with financial hardship, the counseling program offers its services to clients on a sliding scale based on their household income. The counseling program strives to make counseling services accessible and affordable to the community.
Call the Program Director, Nicole Looney, for more information or to make an appointment 561-345-2008
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2017 Tax Planner & Services Guide
Our 2017 Tax Planner & Services Guide has arrived! This publication includes a handy calendar, detailed information about our services, frequently asked questions and a glossary of tax terms. Pick up a free hard copy at any of our offices or
click here to view online/download.
If you would like extra copies for your community, group or house of worship, email us at ClientAdvocate@taxcollectorpbc.com
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Spring Training Group Tickets Available
From everyone at Roger Dean Stadium, the Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals, we would like to invite you and your group out for a 2017 Spring Training game. Group tickets are on sale now with a minimum of 15 tickets.
To order your group tickets:
- Select your game date(s)
- Group seating is available on a first come, first serve basis
- Place a 50% non- refundable deposit
Click here for the schedules:
Miami Marlins
St. Louis Cardinals
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Trustbridge Provides Free Grief Support in Belle Glade
Since 1978, Trustbridge Hospice (you may know us as Hospice of Palm Beach County) has been caring for our community. Our compassionate professionals provide hospice care for families facing serious illness. We also offer grief support to any family that has suffered the loss of a loved one.
Please know, you are not alone in your grief. We are here to support you.
Our Belle Glade Grief Support Group is free of charge and open to the public.
WHEN: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month 9:00am - 10:00am
WHERE: Trustbridge Office, 327 SE 2nd Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
If you have any questions, please call (561)227-5175, otherwise you are welcome to stop by and join us.
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FREE Legal Services at The Glades Initiative, Inc.
Need legal services? (Child Support, Fair Housing, Immigration, etc.)
Services will be provided by attorney working through the Legal Aid Society, Pro Bono Division, Richard Abedon. All services are offered in
English, Spanish, and Creole.
Call the Glades Initiative, Inc. to make an appointment and find out if you are eligible:
(561)996-3310
Click here to learn more
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CHW Care Coordinator Training
- Overview of chronic disease symptoms and management
- Scope of Community Health Worker Care Coordinator job responsibilities
- Motivational interviewing - patient engagement skills
- Cultural sensitivity, competency and diversity training
- Strategies to work as a team member to improve patient/clinic outcomes
- Tools to develop a comprehensive community resource directory
- Understanding professional responsibility and tools for patient advocacy
WHEN: Fridays:
Friday, March 3 - Friday, May 26, 2017 1:00pm - 4:00pm
(No class April 14 & 21)
WHERE: CareerSource Palm Beach County, 3400 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
COST: $999.00 (includes all classes, course materials and simulation sessions) *Scholarships available!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, February, 2017
Click here for an application
For more information, contact Karen Harwood at (561)433-3940 x114 or karenh@pbcms.org
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Posting Information: eBlast and Volunteers
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Anyone wishing to add their local announcements or events is welcome to submit their information by Friday to be posted the following week. Please include a brief summary of the information to be posted with your contact name, phone number, and/or flyer.
*If you want to submit a posting please email us at updates@gladesinitiative.org
or (561) 996-3310.*
Check the
Glades Community Calendar
for
additional activities scheduled in
the Glades area:
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Check out Volunteer Opportunities at the Glades Initiative
or opportunities with our Partners in the Glades
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Donate to the Glades Initiative, Inc.
SOLICITATIONS UNDER THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES REGISTRATION #CH16445 BENEFIT THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THE GLADES INITIATIVE, INC. INFORMATION ABOUT THE GLADES INITIATIVE IS AVAILABLE AT (561) 996-3310, OR AT www.gladesinitiative.org 'A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.' The Glades Initiative, Inc. a not for profit tax exempt organization receives 100% of each contribution.
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