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Lowell Community Health Center’s CHEC Presents:

Recognizing Signs of Problem Gambling
Thursday, May 24, 2018
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Gambling is unlike most other addictions in that it is often “hidden” from view. The immediate effects of a gambling addiction are not readily visible, as with substance disorder. It is frequently not identified as a problem until it is in a critical stage for the individual and their family.

This FREE interactive training is designed to help Community Health Workers from the Southeast region of Massachusetts understand the issues surrounding problem gambling, recognize when a client may be experiencing problems with their gambling and refer them to appropriate resources to receive assistance.

After attending this training, Community Health Workers will be able to:

• Define gambling disorder
• Identify gambling activities
• Identify similarities and differences between problem gambling and substance abuse/addiction
• Explain the prevalence of gambling in the U.S. and Massachusetts
• Explain the difference between gambling and problem gambling
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of problem gambling
• Identify sources for further assessment, referral, and resources

Participation Includes:

• $150 stipend to cover travel expences for CHWs serving the Southeast region of MA
• Certificate of Successful Completion

The Northeast Independent Living Program (NILP) will be holding a one-day Disability Awareness and Cultural Competence Training throughout the year. 2018 Training Dates are as follow:

April 24th
May 16th
June 28th
July 18th
August 15th
September 27th
October 11th
November 16th
December 19th

Please contact at least two weeks prior to the training date to allow for proper accommodations. Limit 4 slots per organization.

If you visit homes to provide health or inspection services of any type, you will benefit from the Essentials for Healthy Homes Practitioners Course. The training will help you understand the connection between health and housing and how to take a holistic approach to identify and resolve problems, which threaten the health and well-being of residents.

The training complements hazard-specific training in lead-based paint, radon, mold, pests, and asbestos. It identifies root causes of health problems in a home and links them to seven principles of healthy housing: Keep it dry; Keep it clean; Keep it pest-free; Keep it ventilated; Keep it safe; Keep it contaminant-free; and maintain the house.

Course participants will have a better understanding of how to collaborate to make healthy homes a reality in their community. To learn more, please visit the National Healthy Homes Training Center and Network website: http://healthyhousingsolutions.com/hhtc/

Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) have the potential to be powerful drivers to enhance the health of communities. Please join us for a webinar and collaborative discussion featuring Maria Tull, Manager and Parker Marsh, Sr. Director for Adept Health that will focus on an overview of the Community Health Needs Assessment process and implementation planning. There will also be time allotted for a interactive Q&A session following the presentation.

We are exposed to thousands of marketing messages every day—in print, online, just about everywhere. How can your organization stand out and get the attention you need? How can your messages motivate donors and other key stakeholders? By the end of the workshop, you will better understand how to develop compelling messages, identify your target audiences, and create a brand that stands out.

This workshop covers:
– Positioning strategy and branding
– Defining and understanding your intended audience or target market
– Developing clear and consistent messaging that sets you apart from similar organizations

Nonprofit organizations should have a budget plan in place for their programs and activities.  Learn what non-accountants need to know from Stephanie O’Leary, BizOps Chief Financial Officer, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, including:

• Basics of budgeting
• How to create a budget – we will be creating a budget from scratch
• Best practices related to budgeting