Latinx CHW Support Group

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores L......More

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! El enlace para la reunión Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. La continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. Latinx CHW Support GroupThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do! Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, CCHW. Email Wiston Delgado  with questions Zoom link: El enlace para la reunión The continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.

Autism Thinking (Online)

Autism Thinking: Understanding the Core Challenges of ASD and How to Support an Individual Across the Day Please join Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare on 5/7/25 from 9:00am – 10:30 am with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for......More

Autism Thinking: Understanding the Core Challenges of ASD and How to Support an Individual Across the Day Please join Rhode Island College’s Institute for Education in Healthcare on 5/7/25 from 9:00am – 10:30 am with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this online training. “Autism Thinking” is designed to inform participants of the neurodevelopmental characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Topics include, but are not limited to: Executive Functioning, Context Blindness, Theory of Mind, Central Coherence, Joint Attention, and One-Channel Processing. An understanding of these characteristics and challenges arms participants with the knowledge required to support individuals with ASD in their daily lives (in the classroom, in the home, or in the community). This presentation ends with a discussion of the methods used to support individuals with ASD. These practical tools and strategies will help participants be proactive and confident in their efforts to support individuals with autism in a variety of settings. Zoom link will be sent 1 day before the class. Register

Trauma Informed Care (In-Person)

Please join the Institute for Education in Healthcare on 5/9/25 from 9:00am – 12pm at Rhode Island College as we join with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this in-person training.  This training explores the consequences that exposure to trauma and......More

Please join the Institute for Education in Healthcare on 5/9/25 from 9:00am – 12pm at Rhode Island College as we join with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange for this in-person training.  This training explores the consequences that exposure to trauma and adverse childhood experiences have on the lives of individuals and families. The presentation focuses on identifying different types of trauma/adversities understanding common reactions to trauma learning about the impact of trauma on brain development and the influence of culture on trauma. Helpful strategies to utilize when working with and interacting with individuals who have been impacted by trauma will be explored. Attention will also be given to the importance of self-care for professionals. This class caps at 20 attendees though the form may accept more responses.   Room number, parking pass and campus map will be emailed to the first registrants 2 business days prior to the event.  Certificates of completion will be provided to participants. Register

Rhode Island College, 600 Mount Pleasant Street, Providence, RI, 02908, United States

Trans Topic Tuesdays

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional educ......More

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional education surrounding LGBTQIA+ populations. Target audiences include but are not limited to: healthcare providers and healthcare support staff, behavioural healthcare providers and their support staff, education professionals, government service persons, human services professionals, funders, LGBTQIA+ people and their loved ones, and more. Register!

CHW Voices

For Leadership and Advocacy Since our regular session in May falls on Memorial Day, we are moving it up one week to Monday, May 19. This session will focus on accessing social determinants of health (SDOH), with a spotlight on transportation and food access—resources an......More

For Leadership and Advocacy Since our regular session in May falls on Memorial Day, we are moving it up one week to Monday, May 19. This session will focus on accessing social determinants of health (SDOH), with a spotlight on transportation and food access—resources and strategies CHWs can use and share in their communities. Join us!Zoom LinkThis link was updated on 9/19/24 CHW Voices participants can always expect to:  Meet other CHWs Contribute to policy discussionsStrengthen community connectionsJoin networking groupsKeep up to date on CHW newsDid you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024. Email questions here.  This zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=RjVhT05jWmZjaHY1eWlobXdPMDk0UT09

Pawtucket & Central Falls CHW Network

New Location:  Pawtucket Public Library – Caidin Room 13 Summer St, Pawtucket, RI 02860 Please note: Parking is available but limited. Additional street parking is nearby. We look forward to seeing you there and continuing to build our CHW community!Open to Community He......More

New Location:  Pawtucket Public Library – Caidin Room 13 Summer St, Pawtucket, RI 02860 Please note: Parking is available but limited. Additional street parking is nearby. We look forward to seeing you there and continuing to build our CHW community!Open to Community Health Workers and those in similar roles serving the communities of Pawtucket and Central Falls. Monthly in-person network meetings for training, resource sharing and professional development.Access to professional network of like-minded, local change-makers.To be held at the Pawtucket Public Library – Caidin Room, 13 Summer St, Pawtucket, RI 02860, mostly on the last Tuesday of every month. Lead by Cristy Romero, CHW Contact Cristy at [email protected] for more information and to register!

Pawtucket Public Library, 13 Summer St, Pawtucket, RI, 02860, United States

Latinx CHW Support Group

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores L......More

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. La continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. Latinx CHW Support GroupThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do! Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, CCHW. Email Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. The continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.

HEZ Learning Community

Save the date for this HEZ learning community! TTAP organizes HEZ Learning Communities, the HEZ initiative’s primary shared learning forum. These quarterly, conference-style events are planned and led in partnership with HEZ community leaders. Learning Communities brin......More

Save the date for this HEZ learning community! TTAP organizes HEZ Learning Communities, the HEZ initiative’s primary shared learning forum. These quarterly, conference-style events are planned and led in partnership with HEZ community leaders. Learning Communities bring HEZs and stakeholders together across sectors to address inequities and cultivate collective impact. If you know of any large gatherings or events that may conflict with any Learning Community dates, please email [email protected] or [email protected].

Crowne Plaza Providence Airport/ Warwick, 801 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick, Rhode Island, 02886, United States

Substance Use Disorder (Online)

May 21, 2025  9-10:30am   Please join the Institution for Education in Healthcare online with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange.  This training is designed to provide participants with a brief introduction to the complexities of substance use and overuse......More

May 21, 2025  9-10:30am   Please join the Institution for Education in Healthcare online with our colleagues from the Bradley Learning Exchange.  This training is designed to provide participants with a brief introduction to the complexities of substance use and overuse. Participants will review concepts such as addiction, dependence, and general signs and symptoms of substance use. Learners will have the opportunity to review the four most frequently misused substances, signs of overdose and useful evidence-based interventions. This training will conclude with sharing information with participants on the stigma and barriers associated with substance use. Zoom link will be sent 1 day before the class. Certificates of completion will be provided to participants. Register

Recertification & Specialties Application Workshop

See more workshop dates here! CHWARI would like to help you get re-certified and /or apply for RICB specialty endorsements like HIV, Older Adults and CVD/DM. These workshops are designed to answer questions and help you prepare your materials for submission to the RICB......More

See more workshop dates here! CHWARI would like to help you get re-certified and /or apply for RICB specialty endorsements like HIV, Older Adults and CVD/DM. These workshops are designed to answer questions and help you prepare your materials for submission to the RICB. We will answer general questions in the main group and then split into breakout rooms for re-certification vs specialties. See RICB official pages here: RecertificationHIV Specialty EndorsementSpecialty in Older AdultsCardiovascular Health & Diabetes Management (CVD/DM)Register!

Trans Topic Tuesdays

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional educ......More

Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short, informal, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life, Health, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences, terms, needs, treatments, concepts that are missed in professional education surrounding LGBTQIA+ populations. Target audiences include but are not limited to: healthcare providers and healthcare support staff, behavioural healthcare providers and their support staff, education professionals, government service persons, human services professionals, funders, LGBTQIA+ people and their loved ones, and more. Register!

Certification Application Workshop in English & Spanish

(See other dates here.) Learn How to Apply for Certification! Begin preparing your CHW application, including portfolio, for submission to the RI Certification Board. If you have already taken a Community Health Worker training and want guidance on applying for CHW cert......More

(See other dates here.) Learn How to Apply for Certification! Begin preparing your CHW application, including portfolio, for submission to the RI Certification Board. If you have already taken a Community Health Worker training and want guidance on applying for CHW certification in RI, this workshop is for you! This free virtual workshop will give advice, clarity and facts about preparing your portfolio. Please note: CHWARI does not provide the certification itself that authority resides with the RI Certification Board. This workshop will provide basic guidance but will refer you to the RICB for more complex questions. “Getting my CHW Certification helped me get promoted.  It also helped me push forward with getting a bachelor’s degree.  Becoming a CCHW can open so many opportunities, that it’s worth the time and effort to get certified.” – Wendy Sanchez, CCHW, Resident Services Manager, ONE Neighborhood Builders Certification (or a plan with your employer to get it) is necessary for getting Medicaid reimbursement for your CHW services, so register today! This workshop is open to those who: Have completed 70 hours of Core Competency CHW Training, or who are currently enrolled in a training program that will result in meeting that requirement (having applied for such a training does not count)Are employed as CHWs or who have completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent yearsHave completed 1000 hours of CHW work in recent yearsIf you have not yet completed Core Competency CHW Training, join the Community Health Worker Association of RI here to learn about upcoming training opportunities. Register for this workshop ASAP! RegisterIf you have any questions, please email CHWARI’s Project Certification Specialist, Daniel Dodd, [email protected]. Alternatively, CHW Communications & Outreach Assistant, Dimaura Tavares, at [email protected]. This FREE training is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Health and is delivered by the Community Health Worker Association of RI, part of the Institute for Education in Healthcare at Rhode Island College.

Latinx CHW Support Group

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores L......More

EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOSSi! Llego a RI, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  Este es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos, experiencias, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. Obtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! Si tiene alguna pregunta, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. La continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. Latinx CHW Support GroupThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language, listen compassionately, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do! Facilitated by Wiston Delgado, CCHW and Lina Roman, CCHW. Email Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. The continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.