Description: This training will satisfy the 3-hour ethics recertification requirement for CHWs Facilitator: Shanteny Jackson, Virginia Community Health Worker Association, Executive Director Format: In-person Location: Kessler Conference Room, Outpatient Care Center, Martha Jefferson Hospital, 595 Martha Jefferson Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911 Pre-register: here
Networking Session Description: We will spend the first thirty minutes hearing from the presenting organizations and learn how to make a referral for their services. The last thirty minutes we will spend informally connecting with each other. Presenting Organizations: All Blessings Flow, Jaunt, and TBD Format: In-person at the Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital Kessler Conference […]
Description: CPR for anyone looking to recertify, has an expired certification, or has never been CPR certified before. Facilitator: Amy Lane, Medical Reserve Corp Coordinator, Blue Ridge Health District Location: Blue Ridge Health District, Prindle Conference Room, 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903 Format: In-person Location: Charlottesville-Albemarle Health Department, 1138 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesvile […]
Description: An opportunity to ask a nurse practitioner any health and/or healthcare navigation questions to better support community members. Facilitator: Jude Christian, Nurse Practitioner Format: In-person Location: Louisa County Library 881 Davis Hwy, Mineral, VA 23117 Pre-registration link: here
Description: Learn how to do different gentle movements and breath work to promote self-care. Facilitator: Lo Somel, The Women’s Initiative Time: 11:00am-12:00pm Format: Online Synchronous Pre-register: here
Description: An informal and laid-back opportunity to come together with our peers to connect and support each other. Lunch will be provided. Host: Jennifer Reilly, Outreach Network Coordinator, Blue Ridge Health District Format: In-person at the MJH Outpatient Care Center Kessler Conference Room, 595 Martha Jefferson Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911 Pre-registration link: here
Description: Learn about nutrition concerns and how the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supports nutrition in the population we serve, and how to refer community members to WIC. Facilitator: Emily Salvaggio, WIC Nutritionist & Breastfeeding Coordinator, Blue Ridge Health District Format: In-person Location: Northside Library in Albemarle County, 705 Rio […]
Description: Learn how to approach and navigate difficult conversations in community health work. Facilitator: Lo Somel, Bilingual Therapist and Access Specialist, The Women’s Initiative Time: 11:00am-12:00pm Format: Online Synchronous Pre-register: here
Description: Learn tips for personal safety while conducting business in the community. Facilitator: Sgt. Eric Thomas, Community Involvement Coordinator, Charlottesville Police Department Format: In-person Location: Charlottesville Police Department, 606 E. Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 Pre-register: here
Description: Participants will leave with an understanding of and means to support cultural competency. Facilitator: Jessica Mereles, Secondary ESOL Coordinator, Stafford County Public Schools, Tara Hefner, ESOL Instructional Coach & ESOL Secondary Lead, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Format: In-person Location: Northside Library, Albemarle County, 705 Rio Rd W, Charlottesville, VA 22901 Pre-register: here
Description: We will spend the first thirty minutes hearing from the presenting organizations and learn how to make a referral for their services. The last thirty minutes we will spend informally connecting with each other. Presenting Organizations: All Blessings Flow, Jaunt, and Child Health Partnership Format: In-person at the MJH Kessler Conference Room 595 Martha […]
Description: Help your clients prepare for their care. We will discuss decision making around the end of life, and the myths and facts about hospice, palliative, and end of life planning. Facilitator: Kathryn Daniels, Hospice Care Coordinator, Gentiva Hospice Format: In-person Location: Fluvanna Library, 214 Commons Blvd, Palmyra, VA 22963 Pre-register: here
