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Events Calendar
We’ve launched an events calendar to serve seniors and older adults in the Bay area. Our events calendar is a central hub for all free health related events in Santa Clara county.
Upcoming events:
january
janOffice of Social Ministry Health Clinic
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The office is staffed with a full-time Director, a full-time Jesuit Volunteer, Community Navigation Workers, Case-Managers, and Volunteers. We work in partnership with Gardner Healthcare, Healthcare to the Homeless Project,
Event Details
The office is staffed with a full-time Director, a full-time Jesuit Volunteer, Community Navigation Workers, Case-Managers, and Volunteers. We work in partnership with Gardner Healthcare, Healthcare to the Homeless Project, (HCH). Healthcare positions are funded through the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, a federal grant administered by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services partnered with churches and community centers. There are now 208 HCH projects nationally. The Social Ministry Office is funded with Cathedral Concerts, Church Donations, Private Donations, Second Harvest Food Bank, and Grants. We serve approximately 150 individuals per day, with a wide variety of denominations, ethnicities and traditions. All services are provided free of charge.
The Window 9:30A.M. – 5:00PM Closed 12:00-1:30P.M.
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Time
Month Long Event (january)
Location
Office of the Social Ministry, 195 E. San Fernando St. San Jose CA 95112
Organizer
Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph
26jan10:00 am11:00 amIN-PERSON: Preparing for Medical Emergencies - Campbell - 2022
Event Details
This class date has been changed to January 26th, it was previously January 27th, we apologize for any inconvenience. This class has been changed from IN-PERSON to ONLINE due to the increase in
Event Details
This class date has been changed to January 26th, it was previously January 27th, we apologize for any inconvenience.
This class has been changed from IN-PERSON to ONLINE due to the increase in COVID cases. Thank you for your understanding. 1/4/22
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Learn how to recognize medical emergencies and when to call 9-1-1. Learn how to report emergencies and what to do before help arrives. Be prepared with completed medical documents and explore resources that can assist caregivers.
Participants will learn:
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Overview
- Understand ambulance and fire services within Santa Clara County
- How to safely respond to emergency vehicles lights and sirens
9-1-1 Dispatch Centers & Phone Technology
- Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) aka Dispatch Centers
- Understand Phone technology differences when calling 9-1-1
Medical Emergencies
- Identify life threatening medical emergencies
- How to quickly react during a medical emergency
Calling 9-1-1 in an Emergency
- Questions asked by 9-1-1 dispatcher
- Text to 9-1-1: Call if you can. Text if you can’t.
- Be prepared for the arrival of emergency responders
Be Prepared…Be Ready!
- Important medical emergency forms: LIFE File, POLST, DNR
- Create an emergency contact list
- CPR/First Aid Certification Information
Community Resources
- Learn about important local community resources and organizations
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This training class is open to individuals who live or work within the communities served by Santa Clara County Fire Department: Campbell, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Monte Sereno, Saratoga and the unincorporated surrounding areas.
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Follow Santa Clara County Fire Department on Eventbrite to stay informed about upcoming safety classes and community events: http://sccfd.eventbrite.com
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Time
(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Campbell Community Center, 1 Campbell Avenue Room Q-84 Campbell, CA 95008
26jan3:00 pm5:00 pmMedical Director Meeting
Event Details
The CHCN Medical Directors meet the 4th Wednesday from 3-5pm monthly. General topics discussed are utilization management, quality improvement, and practice sharing. For more questions about this meeting, please email
Event Details
The CHCN Medical Directors meet the 4th Wednesday from 3-5pm monthly. General topics discussed are utilization management, quality improvement, and practice sharing. For more questions about this meeting, please email the CHCN Medical Officer, Dr. Laura Miller at lmiller@chcnetwork.org.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Community Health Center Network, 101 Callan Ave #300, San Leandro, CA 94577
27jan10:30 amMature Workers: Vital to Today's Diverse Labor Force
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Mature workers (age 50+) are an important part of today’s workforce, offering experience and abilities that are valuable to employers. County Supervisor Joe Simitian is hosting a webinar featuring
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Mature workers (age 50+) are an important part of today’s workforce, offering experience and abilities that are valuable to employers. County Supervisor Joe Simitian is hosting a webinar featuring guest speakers from Peninsula Family Service and NOVAworks to address how to overcome age stereotypes, upgrade skill sets, and build confidence to thrive within the workforce. Visit district5.sccgov.org/matureworkers to learn more about this FREE virtual event and to register.
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(Thursday) 10:30 am
27jan11:30 am1:00 pmVirtual EventMental Health 101
Event Details
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Join us to…
– Learn more about mental illness and substance use.
– Be able to offer resources and referrals to those in need.
– Become an advocate for recovery and wellness
Time
(Thursday) 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Organizer
27jan12:00 pm1:00 pmCaregiving in the New Year
Event Details
Join us for a conversation with a panel of experienced caregivers and learn their tips for balancing caregiving and cultural obligations – particularly those relevant to the
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Join us for a conversation with a panel of experienced caregivers and learn their tips for balancing caregiving and cultural obligations – particularly those relevant to the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities – as we enter the new year! This conversation will be moderated by AARP Foundation’s Clara Chiu, and panelists include:
- Lily Liu, Family Caregiver and AARP Historian Emerita
- Jenn Chan, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) ® and Caregiving Consultant and Founder of the Senior Shower Project
- Matāpuna Ma’ilo Levenson, Family Caregiver
This event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is required.
https://local.aarp.org/aarp-event/aarp-ca-caregiving-in-the-new-year-12721-k9ny3p7w9wp.html
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(Thursday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
27jan4:30 pm6:00 pmStop The Bleed Training
Event Details
Event Details
STOP THE BLEED is one of our nation’s largest public health campaigns designed to encourage bystanders to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. Its goal is to save lives by training people across the country how to stop traumatic bleeding.
Participants will learn to:
Recognize signs of uncontrolled bleeding.
Describe the progressive strategy for controlling bleeding.
Take appropriate actions while waiting for emergency responders to arrive.
Apply direct pressure and wound packing using hemostatic dressing on open bleeding wounds.
Apply tourniquet correctly on wounded extremities.
Classroom Settings:
All participants need to wear a mask.
Practice social distancing.
We will provide gloves for the hands-on skill portion.
Please, bring pen and paper to take notes as needed.
The Oak Grove Training Room is across the visitor parking garage structure.
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Time
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Location
Oak Grove Training Room
353 West Julian Street San Jose, CA 95110
Organizer
STOP THE BLEED
29jan6:45 pm8:00 pmVirtual EventLet's Meditate Fremont - For Peace, Health & Relaxing
Event Details
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You will find experience of this online class very real life like and in fact more attentive and personal. You learn and practice meditation and learn how to to use and apply it to situations in life. The gentle and easy technique shared is known as ‘Sahaja Yoga’ meditation and is practiced in more than 100 countries and is always free. It was founded in 1970 by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi.
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Time
(Saturday) 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer
Sahaja Yoga
february
05feb6:45 pm8:00 pmVirtual EventLet's Meditate Fremont - For Peace, Health & Relaxing
Event Details
Event Details
You will find experience of this online class very real life like and in fact more attentive and personal. You learn and practice meditation and learn how to to use and apply it to situations in life. The gentle and easy technique shared is known as ‘Sahaja Yoga’ meditation and is practiced in more than 100 countries and is always free. It was founded in 1970 by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi.
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Time
(Saturday) 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer
Sahaja Yoga
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