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SPECIAL NOTE: Due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus), please call to confirm events listed below.
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Food Distributions in the Glades
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The Glades Initiative Offers Food Distribution
The Glades Initiative offers food distribution to anyone in need. Those coming in cars are asked to line up beside the office for drive-through pick-up on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come first-serve basis.
Our staff and volunteers will wear personal protective gear as we handle and distribute the food bags. We ask that drivers and their passengers remain in their vehicles and practice social distancing measures to keep everyone safe.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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DATE CHANGE: PBC School Feeding Sites Open
The next school-based, free-food distribution will be Thursday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 51 locations. Parents or guardians who pick up meals on Thursday will be picking up a kit with three days worth of meals for each child. Twice-a-week meal distribution will return on Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14, and continue through the month of May. Meals are FREE to anyone 18 years of age and younger (22 years of age and younger for ESE students), regardless of financial need.
WHEN: Thursday, May 7, 2020 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN THE GLADES:
- Belle Glade Elementary, 500 NW Ave L, Belle Glade, FL 33430
- Glade View Elementary, 1100 SW Ave G, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (Starting Thursday)
- Gove Elementary, 1000 SE Ave G, Belle Glade, FL 33430
- Pahokee Elementary, 560 E Main Pl, Pahokee, FL 33476
- Rosenwald Elementary, 1321 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bay, FL 33493
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Summer Food Service Program Feeds Children Impacted by COVID-19 at Local Libraries
Palm Beach County Youth Services Department's Summer Food Service Program, in partnership with the Palm Beach County Library System, will begin pre-summer feeding at six sites throughout Palm Beach County. Sites will distribute seven days' worth of meals to each eligible child. Meal distribution will be available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm, or until all meal kits are distributed.
Distribution in the Glades
WHEN: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN THE GLADES:
- Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade
- Loula V. York Branch Library, 525 Bacom Point Rd., Pahokee
- Clarence E. Anthony Branch Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave., South Bay
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UPDATED: FLIPANY Grab 'n Go Sites
WHEN: Monday - Friday | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN THE GLADES:
- Okeechobee Center, 101 Everglades St, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (M-F)
- Osceola Center, 1204 NW Avenue L, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (M-F)
- Student Aces, 915 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (M-F)
- New South Bay Villas, 845 West Palm Beach Road, South Bay, FL 33493 (M-F)
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Boys & Girls Club Distributes Free Lunches
Program is available to current club children and serves a snack and dinner. If transportation is an issue, delivery services may be available.
WHEN: Mondays through Fridays | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Teen Center Club, 500 NW Avenue L, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT:
For more information call 561-683-3287.
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Are You Ready for #GivingTuesdayNow?
#GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of giving and unity that will take place on May 5, 2020, as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. Here at The Glades Initiative, we are feeding our community as our region fights this pandemic, assisting our clients to enroll in vital services, and keeping our community informed.
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The Glades Initiative Providing Services; Office Services Are Appointment Only
The Glades Initiative is providing services over the phone to residents who need assistance with online applications in our office located at 141 SE Ave C, Belle Glade, FL 33430. We provide services in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
Please call the office at 561-996-3310 if you have questions or need our assistance. And with things changing so quickly, watch our
Facebook page for the most current information.
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Legal Aid Society Presents COVID-19 Legal Rights Series of FREE Webinars
The Legal Aid Society will be presenting a series of Zoom webinars over the next two weeks to assist individuals and families with protecting their legal rights during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Topics include:
- Avoiding Foreclosure (May 4 at 6pm)
- Avoiding Scams and Fraud (May 5 at 6pm)
- Evictions for NonPayment of Rent (May 7 at 6pm)
WHEN: Monday, May 4, 5, 7, 2020 | 6:00 p.m.
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Webinar: Health Insurance During COVID-19
Healthier Glades has partnered with Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network to host a webinar for residents on health insurance options during COVID-19. Residents will have 2 time slots to choose from to participate in the webinar.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 5 & 8, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (May 5); 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (May 8)
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Mental Health Webinar: Thrive as a Family
From the Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County: Join us this week for Part Three of our "Mindful of Your Mental Health" Live Q&A Webinar Series. Our team will be partnering with Marriage & Family Services once again to bring you an expansive discussion on the all-new topic, Thriving as a Family During Quarantine.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Webinar: Rural Health and COVID-19
This webinar will provide an overview of the rural health focused efforts by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and highlight specific tools and resources to help combat COVID-19.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 12, 2020 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Nonprofits First - COVID-19 Resources
Nonprofits First publishes updates for its COVID-19 Resources.
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For the Record: News from Clerk & Comptroller
Sharon R. Bock provides updates from her office of the Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller.
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Rep Tina Polsky - Updated COVID-19 April 28, 2020
Representative Tina Polsky provides the latest information, as of April 28, 2020, regarding important COVID-19 information.
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EveryParent: Keeping Your Family Resilient
For both children and parents, stress and anxiety caused by the COVID-19 health crisis can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions. You don't have to do it alone - the EveryParent app and EveryParentPBC.org website are here with expert advice and local resources help keep worries at bay and manage family tensions.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, May 4, 2020
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates and Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
- Family Nurse Consultant (Pahokee)
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Webinar: Strategic Planning and Performance
This 2-hour course provides an introduction to strategic planning and performance monitoring so you can apply these concepts to achieve maximum impact of your programs
WHEN: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Online Seminar: Small Business Reorganization Act
From SCORE: Join an online seminar regarding the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019. This seminar is free but is limited to 15 participants.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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The Glades Initiative is Here to Help You With Census
Need assistance with completing the Census 2020 questionnaire? The Glades Initiative will be here and available to assist you with your Census 2020 application over the phone.
It's quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire will take about 10 minutes to complete.
It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected. Why do Census? Your participation is important because it helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services.
The latest response rate are as follows since 4/11/20: Belle Glade- 30.2%; Pahokee- 30.8%; South Bay-35.8%. With your involvement we can improve our numbers!
CONTACT: 561-996-3310 (Services available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole)
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Hunger Relief Update - April 27, 2020
Please see the attached Hunger Relief Update as of April 27, 2020. Please note that below you will find (1) a list of food resources (2) additional food resource news and grant opportunities (3) resource and stakeholder updates from DCF.
Click here for a listing of resources and where to find food
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Unemployment Resource: PBC Library Has Resources Available to Help Those Who are Unemployed
The Palm Beach County Library System has many resources available to help individuals and businesses affected by COVID-19. Ask-A-Librarian staff are available by phone, email and chat to help members who have questions or need assistance filling out unemployment/reemployment forms.
Click here for paper applications available now in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole
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COVID-19 Testing Available at Belle Glade Site
Since March 16th, the Health Care District has offered COVID-19 testing on a walk-up basis, without an appointment outside of the C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic at Lakeside Medical Center.Beginning Tuesday, April 21st, appointments will now be necessary and can be made by calling 561-642-1000. Patients will be able to access the new drive-thru testing lane or, if they do not have a vehicle, can walk up to the existing site beginning Wednesday, April 22nd.
Individuals can be any age, and need not be symptomatic to be registered and tested, but all individuals desiring walk-up or drive-thru testing must call in advance to be scheduled. While asymptomatic patients will be tested, we highly recommend they only schedule as drive-thru patients due to the risk of contracting COVID-19 while waiting to be tested. Results will be communicated by a Health Care District provider as soon as they are available.
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic at Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Highway, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: To set up an appointment call 561-642-1000
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Aging Network at Work Feeding Homebound Seniors
The Agency Helpline (1-866-684-5885) is the gateway to services for seniors in need of Meals, Respite for the Caregiver, Adult Day Care, In-home Services, Personal Care, Food Stamps (SNAP) and Extra Help for prescription drugs and Medicare Savings programs. Over the past week, Helpline specialists released over 1,800 seniors from a wait list for services and those seniors are now receiving food through the Aging Network. An additional 500 new clients have reached out and are receiving meals.
CONTACT: Seniors in need of services, including food are encouraged to call the Agency Helpline at 1-866-684-5885.
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Online Weekly Discussion & Support Group
Coping With Our New Reality will provide an educational opportunity and a place to turn for those that are struggling with how to manage and cope with the barrage of changes and realities impacting their lives, and the lives of their children.
WHEN: Mondays | 6:00 p.m.
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PBSO: Online Community Service Opportunities for Teens
The Palm Beach Sheriff's Office is offering online community service opportunities for teens via Zoom. These hours are accepted by the Palm Beach County Office of the State Attorney.
CONTACT: To register for the workshop, contact Marcia Bahia at
bahiam@pbso.org and provide: Full name - Date of Birth - Email Address - Phone Number - Probation Officer (if applicable)
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COVID-19 Business Resource Center
Find a list of COVID-19 Business resources that are updated daily, with real-world funding, resources, and support for small business owners adapting to the impacts of coronavirus.
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Florida Updates New COVID-19 Cases
Press Release: The Florida Department of Health releases a report on COVID-19 cases in Florida once per day. The Florida Department of Health COVID-19 dashboard is also providing updates once per day. The state is providing a report detailing surveillance data for every Florida county. Previously, this information was only available for select communities.
CONTACT: The surveillance data report is available
here
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AARP Friendly Voices Phone Buddy & Community Connections
AARP launched a site to help groups and individuals search for and post mutual aid opportunities during COVID-19. We know isolation was a problem before COVID and unfortunately COVID has exacerbated those isolation issues for many seniors and others in our communities. A big part of this new initiative is a program called "Friendly Voices" that allows people to request a call from a volunteer to just chat and connect. If you know of anyone who could benefit from a friendly call or if you yourself need to connect with someone, please use the phone number below
CONTACT: Call the call center at 1-888-281-0145 to request a call back and and a volunteer will call back Monday to Friday between 9Am - 5PM EST.
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FREE Online Workshops for Caregivers & Professionals
You Can Learn Online at Your Convenience! Through weLEARNplay, Center for Child Counseling offers online continuing education for caregivers, students, and professionals who would like to improve their skills and ability to effectively work or interact with children and families.
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PBC Operations Coronavirus Update
Learn about Palm Beach County's latest efforts with regard to COVID-19.
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Nonprofits First - COVID-19 and Nat'l Volunteer Month
Nonprofits First recognizes National Volunteer Month and updates its COVID-19 Resources.
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Rep Tina Polsky - Updated COVID-19 April 21, 2020
Representative Tina Polsky provides the latest information, as of April 21, 2020, regarding important COVID-19 information.
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Grant Opportunity: Emergency Food and Shelter Program Funds
From the United Way of PBC: Our Local Emergency Food and Shelter Program Board recently announced that Phase 37 applications will be made available starting Monday, April 27, 2020, at www.unitedwaypbc.org under "Get Help - Nonprofit Resources".
Deadline
WHEN: Monday, May 18, 2020 | 12:00 p.m.
CONTACT: If you have any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact me or Donna Quinlan at
DonnaQuinlan@UnitedWayPBC.org or 561-375-6671.
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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FLIPANY Grab 'n Go Sites
WHEN: Monday - Friday | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Palm Beach Outlets Food Distribution
The Palm Beach Outlets is doing a drive-up food distribution every Monday through June 1, 2020.
WHEN: Every Monday through June 1, 2020 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: 1751 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd e121, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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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 AT WWW.FLORIDACONSUMERHELP.COM OR 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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