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September 2018 Issue
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Inside This Issue
NEWS
US Census Bureau Releases American Community Survey
US Census Bureau Opens 2020 Census Jobs Website
Red Cross Shelter Seeking Volunteers
DISASTER RECOVERY
Hurricane Florence Resources
FEMA to Conduct National Wireless Emergency Alert Test
UPCOMING EVENTS
Solar Energy Festival
Google Training is Coming to NC
Southeast Recycling Development Council (SERDC)
NC Rural Assembly
GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
US Department of Transportation Announces $6.3 Funding
USDA Loan and Grant Programs
FY 2018 Disaster Supplemental Notice of Opportunity
SENIOR CORNER
New Report on Rural AAA's Housing and Homelessness
Answers on Aging: Why We Do What We Do
Geriatric Adult Specialty Mental Health Team (GAST) Free Training
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US Census Bureau Releases
American Community Survey Estimates
The US Census Bureau released the 2017 American Community Survey (ACS) estimates for areas with population over 65,000. The 2013-2017 ACS estimates covering all counties, places, and census tracts and block groups will be released on December 6, 2018.
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US Census Bureau
Opens 2020 Census Jobs Website
The US Census Bureau has opened the 2020 Census Jobs website. The site provides information on job qualifications, locations, and pay rates. If you’re interested in a 2020 Census job, you can apply online.
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Red Cross Shelter Seeking
Volunteers for Hurricane Florence Relief Operation
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Are you a CNA or a Nurse, or do you know someone who is? The Red Cross shelter in Wilson, NC could use your help! The shelter is located at 1760 Parkwood Boulevard, West, Wilson, NC 27893 (beside the old mall). If you would like to assist, please register by going to
www.redcross.org
and clicking on the link for Health and Mental Health Volunteers.
If you have additional questions, please contact Hillary Wanecke at 262-370-6418.
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Hurricane Florence Resources
Click Below for Disaster Recovery Resources
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FEMA will conduct
a
nationwide Wireless Emergency Alert test
on
Oct. 3 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
that will be followed by a nationwide emergency alert test on broadcast TV and radio.
“The test will assess the readiness to distribute an emergency message nationwide and determine whether improvements are needed,”
according to FEMA
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The test will read
“Presidential Alert”
and will include the following text:
“THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.”
- Your phones and phones around you will make a strange and uncommon sound and will display the alert message on your home screen, according to FEMA
- No actions are required for the test, which will be similar to the Emergency Alert System messages people commonly hear on the radio or see on television.
- The test will last about one minute.
- About 100 mobile carriers will partake in the test.
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October 18, 2018
Rocky Mount Mills
1151 Falls Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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November 12, 2018, 1 pm - 5:00 pm
Southeast Recycling Development Council (SERDC) Summit in Charleston, SC.
Making the Case for Recycling Trainer Workshop
Recycling has changed dramatically from the revenue-based systems of the past decade. In the face of market uncertainties, recycling program managers are faced with questions and program considerations from various stakeholders from elected officials to finance departments. EPA Region IV offers a half-day interactive workshop about how to best make the case for recycling featuring robust tools to help answer these questions.
There are a myriad of drivers for community recycling programs, including:
- Environmental
- Resource Conservation
- Economic – (investment, job creation, selling recycling commodities for revenues)
- Preserving landfill space
- Community Expectation
- Political Expectation
- Technological Advances (source separated to single stream)
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2018 Awards in Rural Excellence
Nominate a deserving rural town, leader, or entrepreneur
It’s that time of the year again! Join us November 15-16 at the Hilton North Raleigh Midtown for the 2018 NC Rural Assembly!
Revving the Rural Engine: Local Leaders Driving Innovation
is two days full of content and conversations focused on how innovative rural leadership can help local communities get on the road to a better and brighter tomorrow.
Scott Hamilton, Executive Director of the Appalachian Regional Commission, to speak at two-day event focused on the importance of regional collaboration for rural communities.
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U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $6.3 Million Funding Opportunity to Improve Access to Healthcare
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced the availability of $6.3 million in competitive grant funds for transit coordination projects that improve access to healthcare.
Applications due: November 13, 2018
FTA’s Access and Mobility Partnership Grants focus on transportation solutions to medical appointments and other non-emergency healthcare services. The grants will help improve options for people with limited transportation choices and bridge the gap between service providers in the transportation and health sectors.
Funding is available under two programs: the Innovative Coordinated Access and Mobility (ICAM) Pilot Program, which supports projects focused on non-emergency healthcare travel needs, and the Human Services Coordination Research (HSCR) program, which funds research to reduce gaps in services to provide safe, affordable and reliable mobility options to seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals.
For more information
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USDA Loan & Grant Programs for Rural Broadband
Community Connect Grants
help rural communities extend access where broadband service is least likely to be commercially available, but where it can make a tremendous difference in the quality of life for people and businesses. The projects funded by these grants help rural residents tap into the enormous potential of the Internet for jobs, education, healthcare, public safety and community development.
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants
help rural residents tap into the enormous potential of modern telecommunications and the Internet for education and health care, two of the keys to economic and community development.
Rural Broadband Access Loan and Loan Guarantee
furnishes loans and loan guarantees to provide funds for the costs of construction, improvement, or acquisition of facilities and equipment needed to provide service at the broadband lending speed in eligible rural areas.
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Fiscal Year 2018 Disaster Supplemental Notice of Funding Opportunity
Current Closing Date for Applications:
There are no application deadlines
and the agency will accept proposals on a rolling basis until the publication of a new Disaster Supplemental NOFO, cancellation of this NOFO, or all funds are obligated.
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New Reports on Rural AAAs , Housing and Homelessness
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n two new reports, n4a demonstrates how Area Agencies on Aging are leading innovations to meet the unique needs of rural communities and helping older adults secure safe and affordable housing.
Both reports feature examples of innovative programs offered by AAAs from across the country to meet the needs of their communities.
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Why We Do What We Do (Hint, It’s You!)
Our 2017-2018 Annual Report showcases our mission-focused accomplishments of the last year, including efforts around advocacy, business acumen, access to resources/I&R, transportation, social engagement and much more. These accomplishments are grounded in the work YOU, our members, do every day to ensure that older adults live with dignity and independence in their homes and communities.
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FREE TRAINING!!!!!!!!
GERIATRIC ADULT SPECIALTY MENTAL HEALTH TEAM
SERVICING EDGECOMBE, GREENE & WILSON COUNTIES!
WHO IS GAST?
The Geriatric/Adult Mental Health Specialty Team (GAST) contracted by Eastpointe LME/MCO to provide
FREE
professional, high quality
IN-SERVICE
education in the community to include Faith Based Organizations, Homeless Shelters, DSS, Law Enforcement Agencies, Adult care homes, Family Care Homes, Senior Centers, home health agencies, adult day cares, and adult day health and other community organizations!
How Much Does Our Training Cost?
GAST services are state-supported and
ALWAYS at NO cost
to you or your staff
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SAMPLE GAST TRAINING TOPICS
- Mental Health 101
- Depression
- Dementia
- Substance Abuse 101
- Psychotropic Medications
- Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders
TO further discuss your organization’s training needs or to schedule a FREE TRAINING, call or email us.
EDDGECOME, GREENE & WILSON GERIATRIC ADULT (MENTAL HEALTH) SPECIALTY TEAM
Melissa Lyde, Team Lead
919-523-5120
British Clemons, MSW
252-299-3108
Please Note: Classes are 1 -2 hours and participants must be
present for the entire class to receive credit for participation.
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