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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:
Tuesday, March 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
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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:
Friday, March 10, 17, 24, 28, 31 10:00am - 11:30am
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information, call Jose Zaragoza at (561)996-3310
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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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I Love Pahokee Day
A day of fun and celebration of our community!
WHEN: Saturday, March 11, 2017 10:00am - 4:00pm
WHERE: Commissioner's Park in Pahokee
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Summer Camp Scholarship Program Update!
Camper applications are now being accepted for the 2017 Summer Camp Scholarship Program. Please visit the Youth Services website Summer Camp page for information, regarding the Camper Application, Camp Directory, Intake Locations, Documentation needed, and 2017 Federal Poverty Guidelines. Parent must call the location nearest to them and schedule an appointment to submit and/or complete an application.
Federation of Families of South Florida:
March 2017 Calendar
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News from the Light House Café
Click here to see what's happening at the Light House Café
News from Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network
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Bringing Mental Illness Out of the Shadows
Families discuss personal heartaches in an effort to combat stigma.
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Scholarship Opportunity for Florida High School Seniors
There is a Community Scholarship for Florida High School students is available to promising young students in the state of Florida whose involvement in their communities reflects the values that we cherish at Kaire & Heffernan, LLC.
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New Training Requirement for Home Visitors
Parent Educators are required to become Home Visitor CDA National credentialed by August of 2018. Family Central Training Academy is offering this course this Fall 2017 to ensure everyone can meet this requirement in time.
To get more information, you can call us at (954) 724-3957 or send an email to [email protected].
Click here to sign-up
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Volunteers Needed!
The Glades Initiative, Inc. is looking for volunteers to help complete and collect surveys in the Glades. If you are available and interested, please contact Cat Calsetta at (561)996-3310. Community service hours are available.
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Seeking Mentors!
Take Stock in Children Scholarship and Mentoring Program
Looking for Mentors to mentor scholarship students at Glades Central High School. We need 4 male mentors and 1 female mentor.
Our mentoring program is school based only. Mentor once a week at the student's school during lunch at least three times a month. Do not miss out on this experience to "Change a Life over Lunch" You will make a difference that will last a lifetime for these students.
If interested, please contact Kimberly Briard, Mentor Coordinator at [email protected] or 561-307-5485.
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Shave to Save Event for Pediatric Cancer Research
Lakeside Medical Center is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a fundraiser, "Shave to Save", on Wednesday, March 15
th at 2 p.m. in the cafeteria.
All funds raised will go to the St. Baldrick's Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Research. If you are willing to shave your head or just want more information, please call Terri at 561-996-6571, ext. 8444.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 15, 2017 2:00pm
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center (in the Cafeteria), 39200 Hooker Highway, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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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
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Nominate a Rural Health Champion
Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network, Inc. is eager to recognize Rural Health Champions at this year's Rural Health Symposium. The Rural Health Champion Award will be given to individuals who go above and beyond in their work helping supporting programs and initiatives that reduce health disparities in rural communities.
Nominations are due by
Friday, March 17, 2017
Click here for a nomination form
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Fair Housing Contest
Did you know that it is illegal to discriminate in the sale or rental of housing because of race, color, religion, age, familial status, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or marital status? The Palm Beach County Office of Equal Opportunity's mission is to enforce local, state and federal civil rights laws. Help the Realtors® Association of the Palm Beaches (RAPB), the Palm Beach County Office of Equal Opportunity and the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc., to educate the community on fair housing issues by creating a poster, essay or video.
Cash Prizes for:
Grades 3-5 (Theme: Create a poster)
Grades 6-8 (Theme: Create a poster and write an essay)
Grades 9-12 (Write an essay and/or make a video)
Contest Rules:
1. The contest is open to all Palm Beach County students from grades 3 through 12.
2. Students must use the theme: Fair Housing: Making Dreams Come True.
3. Only one entry per student for each category may be submitted.
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Entries must be received NO LATER than Friday, March 17, 2017.
5. Mail or bring entries to: Realtors® Association of the Palm Beaches, One Harvard Circle, Suite 102, West Palm Beach, FL, 33409.
Winners will be announced on Friday, March 31, 2017, and prizes will be awarded at a reception on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at 6:00PM in the RAPB West Palm Beach Classroom.
For more information, please visit www.rapb.com/fairhousing or contact Renee Sandel at (561) 727-2788 or [email protected].
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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
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Click here for a registration form
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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:
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CareerSource Job Opportunities in the Glades
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The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc. and the Florida Bar Consumer Protection Law Committee are having an Ask-a-Lawyer Event. It's a free event and will cover a broad array of consumer topics; including, but not limited to, credit reporting issues, garnishments, unfair/ deceptive practices, debt collection, financing agreements and payday loans.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 7, 2017 6:00pm - 8:00pm
WHERE: Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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Human Trafficking Coalition Meeting
Our guest speaker is Michael Dolce of Cohen Milstein Law Group and our spotlight speaker is Elayne Gooding from the Florida Attorney General's Office.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 8, 2017 10:00am - 12:00pm
WHERE: Palm Beach County Emergency Operations Center, 20 S Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to review the 2016 Human Trafficking Report
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Introduction to Proposal Writing
Learn the key components of a proposal to a foundation. For those new to proposal writing, this class will cover how the proposal fits into the overall grantseeking process, what is included in a standard proposal to a foundation, tips for making each section of your proposal stronger, tips for communicating with funders during the grant process, and additional resources on proposal writing, including sample proposals.
WHEN: Thursday, March 9, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Palm Beach County Library - Main Branch, 3650 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL
Pre-registration is required. To register, call (561)233-2600
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CRA Garage Giveaway
For 501(c)3 Nonprofits only: Giveaway items will be made available on a first-come, first-served basis as numerous nonprofit organizations will be attending this event. For more information, please contact Thais Sullivan at (561) 616-3106.
WHEN: Friday, March 10, 2017 9:00am - 3:00pm
WHERE: 3300 Electronics Way, West Palm Beach, FL
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Introduction to Finding Grants for Nonprofits
This session provides an introduction to the Foundation Center's comprehensive online database, Foundation Directory Online Professional. Learn how to create customized searches to develop targeted lists of foundations that will match your organization's funding needs. We will also review other sources of funding information and review the resources available at the library.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 21, 2017 10:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: Palm Beach County Library - Main Branch, 3650 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL
Pre-registration is required. To register, call (561)233-2600
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Learn About Toxic Stress and Becoming Trauma-Informed - Online
In the absence of protective relationships, toxic stress in childhood impacts an individual's health and well-being across the lifetime. This workshop provides an overview of the ACE Study, Trauma, Toxic Stress and the Impact on Health. Resilience and Building a Trauma-Informed Approach. By building the capacity of adults in our community to address this issue, we can nurture the social-emotional wellness of the next generation.
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AFA Partners in Care:
Supporting Individuals Living with Dementia
Join AFA in West Palm Beach on March 28, 2017 for AFA's Partners in Care training focusing on gaining strategies and an increased knowledge of how to further excel as a health care professional working in dementia care:
- Understanding Dementia
- Facilitating Care Transitions
- Building Relationships
- Effective Communication
WHEN: Tuesday, March 28, 2017 9:00am - 4:00pm
WHERE: West Palm Beach Hilton, 600 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Click here to register
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Rural Health Symposium 2017:
Visioning Rural Health Without Disparities
Presented by the Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network and the Health Council of Southeast Florida
- 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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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)
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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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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 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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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West County Senior Center Newsletter
Click here to view
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Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network Newsletter - February 2017
Click here to view
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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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National Crime Victims' Rights Ceremony in the Garden
In Honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week
WHEN: Thursday, April 6, 2017 9:00am - 11:30am
WHERE: Mounts Botanical and Clayton Hutchinson Agricultural Center, 559 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
For more information, contact:
Ellen Craddock-Day (561)274-1500 or Amy Shaffer (561)355-2418 opt. 3
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In an Age of Violence: Helping Children & Families Cope
We live in an age of violence. This is more apparent now more than ever, because of the influx of technology and the world being more interconnected. With the demands, stresses and pressures of everyday life, we are seeing an increase in mental health disorders everyday.
WHEN: Thursday, April 20 - Friday, April 21, 2017 1:00pm - 5:00pm
WHERE: Palm Beach Airport Hilton, 150 Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL
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Junior League of Boca Raton Upcoming Trainings
Click here to register for any of the listed events
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.
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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
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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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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 [email protected]
or (561) 996-3310.*
If you would like to submit your volunteer opportunities on our site below, please email us at [email protected]
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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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