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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Center for Independent Living is excited to announce our upcoming Living Well in The Community Workshop! \nLWIC will be conducted in a hybrid model (In person and over zoom)  every Tuesday starting May 14 through July 2nd \nEach session incorporates facilitated discussions\, fun activities\, access to informative videos and resources\, and the opportunity to meet others with similar experiences! \nThis 8-week workshop is an initiative led by the Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Community Living Advocacy Program (CLA)\, aimed at supporting the health and wellness of individuals living with disabilities. \nParticipants interested in attending must be ages 18 and older\, identify as living with a disability and be a member of BCIL \nLWIC is a Free\, 10-session workshop aimed at empowering the health and wellness of people living with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n\nGoal setting\nEating well\nAdvocacy\nHealthy communication\nBuilding support\n\nWhy should you enroll? \n\nLearn and practice skills that support a healthy and independent lifestyle\nMeet others with similar experiences\nUp to $100 in gift cards!\n\nTo register\, please contact Julie Tamayo at 617-821-4398 or jtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-well-in-the-community-workshop-4/
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SUMMARY:Housing Workshop - In-Person & by Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in your area. Our knowledgeable staff will answer all your questions and put you on the path to finding the housing that is right for you. \nThis workshop will teach you about:\n• Types of housing available in the Boston area\n• Navigating subsidized and affordable housing\n• Conducting a housing search\n• Communicating with housing authorities\, agencies\, and landlords\n• Completing applications for state voucher programs\n• How to request reasonable accommodations for your disability \nEach workshop will include a period when you can ask questions. \nTo register: email Kat at kvilson@bostoncil.org with your full\nname and phone number. You will receive a confirmation email from\nKat that will include the Zoom webinar link and password. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please let Kat know when\nyou register. \n  \n 
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/housing-workshop-3-3/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:BCIL Offices\, 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor\, Boston Center for Independent Living\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
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SUMMARY:Conversation on Civic Engagement
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, June 6 at 2:00 pm\, BCIL will host a one-hour virtual forum on how persons with disabilities can get involved in the political process. \nHave you wondered about: \n\nHow to run for office?\nHow to work on a campaign at the local\, state\, or national level?\nHow to get involved with a political party?\nHow to register to vote?\nHow to early vote or vote by mail?\nWhat accessibility accommodations are required at the polling site?\n\nFeatured speakers for this virtual forum include State Republican Party Chairperson Amy Carnevale\, Democratic State Committee member Rebecca Morris\, Republican State Committee member Judy Crocker\,  and a representative of Rev Up from the Disability Law Center. \nIn addition to working on their party state committees\, Morris also advocates on health care and climate issues\, Carnevale is a member of the Massachusetts Commission on Intellectual Disabilities\, and Crocker is involved in numerous civic activities on Cape Cod. \nTo register for this virtual forum click here. \nASL and CART will be provided. \nADA reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. To submit a request\, contact Austin at aoconnor@bostoncil.org or (617) 338-6665. As part of your request\, please include a description of the accommodation you will need and include as much detail as you can. Please provide your contact information in case we need more information. When possible\, please allow at least seven days advance notice. Last-minute requests will be accepted but may be difficult to fill.
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/conversation-on-civic-engagement/
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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Center for Independent Living is excited to announce our upcoming Living Well in The Community Workshop! \nLWIC will be conducted in a hybrid model (In person and over zoom)  every Tuesday starting May 14 through July 2nd \nEach session incorporates facilitated discussions\, fun activities\, access to informative videos and resources\, and the opportunity to meet others with similar experiences! \nThis 8-week workshop is an initiative led by the Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Community Living Advocacy Program (CLA)\, aimed at supporting the health and wellness of individuals living with disabilities. \nParticipants interested in attending must be ages 18 and older\, identify as living with a disability and be a member of BCIL \nLWIC is a Free\, 10-session workshop aimed at empowering the health and wellness of people living with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n\nGoal setting\nEating well\nAdvocacy\nHealthy communication\nBuilding support\n\nWhy should you enroll? \n\nLearn and practice skills that support a healthy and independent lifestyle\nMeet others with similar experiences\nUp to $100 in gift cards!\n\nTo register\, please contact Julie Tamayo at 617-821-4398 or jtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-well-in-the-community-workshop-5/
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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Center for Independent Living is excited to announce our upcoming Living Well in The Community Workshop! \nLWIC will be conducted in a hybrid model (In person and over zoom)  every Tuesday starting May 14 through July 2nd \nEach session incorporates facilitated discussions\, fun activities\, access to informative videos and resources\, and the opportunity to meet others with similar experiences! \nThis 8-week workshop is an initiative led by the Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Community Living Advocacy Program (CLA)\, aimed at supporting the health and wellness of individuals living with disabilities. \nParticipants interested in attending must be ages 18 and older\, identify as living with a disability and be a member of BCIL \nLWIC is a Free\, 10-session workshop aimed at empowering the health and wellness of people living with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n\nGoal setting\nEating well\nAdvocacy\nHealthy communication\nBuilding support\n\nWhy should you enroll? \n\nLearn and practice skills that support a healthy and independent lifestyle\nMeet others with similar experiences\nUp to $100 in gift cards!\n\nTo register\, please contact Julie Tamayo at 617-821-4398 or jtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-in-the-community-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Center for Independent Living is excited to announce our upcoming Living Well in The Community Workshop! \nLWIC will be conducted in a hybrid model (In person and over zoom)  every Tuesday starting May 14 through July 2nd \nEach session incorporates facilitated discussions\, fun activities\, access to informative videos and resources\, and the opportunity to meet others with similar experiences! \nThis 8-week workshop is an initiative led by the Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Community Living Advocacy Program (CLA)\, aimed at supporting the health and wellness of individuals living with disabilities. \nParticipants interested in attending must be ages 18 and older\, identify as living with a disability and be a member of BCIL \nLWIC is a Free\, 10-session workshop aimed at empowering the health and wellness of people living with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n\nGoal setting\nEating well\nAdvocacy\nHealthy communication\nBuilding support\n\nWhy should you enroll? \n\nLearn and practice skills that support a healthy and independent lifestyle\nMeet others with similar experiences\nUp to $100 in gift cards!\n\nTo register\, please contact Julie Tamayo at 617-821-4398 or jtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-in-the-community-workshop-2/
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SUMMARY:Housing Workshop - In-Person & by Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Housing Workshop – In-Person & by Zoom \nJoin3 us on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in your area. Our knowledgeable staff will answer all your questions and put you on the path to finding the housing that is right for you. \nThis workshop will teach you about:\n• Types of housing available in the Boston area\n• Navigating subsidized and affordable housing\n• Conducting a housing search\n• Communicating with housing authorities\, agencies\, and landlords\n• Completing applications for state voucher programs\n• How to request reasonable accommodations for your disability \nEach workshop will include a period when you can ask questions. \nTo register: email Jackie at jmcglinchey@bostoncil.org with your full\nname and phone number. You will receive a confirmation email from\nJackie that will include the Zoom webinar link and password. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please let Jackie know when\nyou register. \n  \n 
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/housing-workshop-in-person-by-zoom/
LOCATION:BCIL Offices\, 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor\, Boston Center for Independent Living\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
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