EBCAP March 2014 E-news

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1 EBCAP March 2014 E-news EBCAP Health Centers Achieve Level 3 NCQA Recognition Story by Betsy Denigan East Bay Community Action Program is proud to announce both of its health centers have received the highest level of recognition as a Patient Centered Medical Home. This recognition was awarded by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA). The NCQA is a Recognition Program built on evidence-based, nationally recognized clinical standards, and its mission is to improve the quality of health care. The two community health centers, East Bay Family Health Care-East Providence and East Bay Family Health Care-Newport, are staffed by experienced board-certified family medicine physicians and other professionals who care for patients of all ages. Read more EBCAP to Sponsor Tiverton Resources Fair for Families Story by Seena Franklin The third annual Family Resource Fair will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Pocasset School, 242 Main Road, Tiverton. The fair will offer entertainment and provide community resource information. Some of the organizations already confirming their participation include but are not limited to RI Parent Information Network, RIREACH Consumer Assistance, United Way 211, VNS of Newport County, Parenting Partners, Women's Resource Center, Bank Newport, URI SNAP Outreach, Newport County Mental Health Center, Child and Family Services of Newport, Tiverton Library, Capital Good Fund, Big Brothers/Big Sisters and East Bay Community Action Program. Blood pressure checks and a registered nurse will be available to answer questions! Booths will offer activities and nationally known Matias the Magician will be there! Tiverton Fire Truck exhibit! Free children's books! Refreshments from the culinary arts students at Tiverton High School! Come and join the fun! Read more "Sailing Home" - Reserve Your Seat Now East Bay Coalition for the Homeless (EBCH), a program of East Bay Community Action Program, will celebrate its 25th Anniversary on Saturday, May 10, 2014, at the Rhode Island Country Club in Barrington. Join EBCH for this momentous occasion and help more families find stability and a safe place to call home. Purchase your reservations online ($75 each/ click Sailing Home Reservations). 1

2 Boston Magician to Entertain at 11th Seaside Gala Do you believe in magic? Master Magician Darren Yong will captivate and amaze guests at the 11th Annual Seaside Gala with an up close performance. Join us for the event on June 12, 2014 at Castle Hill Inn in Newport, and he just might make you a believer! Yong has performed throughout New England at red carpet events, night clubs, restaurants, and corporate and college events. He is a regular on Friday nights at embargo Restaurant on Cape Cod. Yong's entire performance is done in front of the spectators-without the use of special effects, smoke and mirrors or long story lines - often in the spectators' own hands. So join us for an evening of awesome entertainment, great food, the company of good friends - all while supporting East Bay Community Action Program. For more information about the event visit the Event Page at ebcap.org. East Bay Cafe Launches Restaurant Program Story by Susan DiMasi East Bay Community Action Program announces a new dining option is being offered under its East Bay Café Program, formally known as the Ocean State Senior Dining Program, beginning March 3, The Senior Restaurant Program will be launched at the IHOP Restaurant located at 159 West Main Road, Middletown, Rhode Island. Read more Thank You for Your Interest. Quick Links... Our Website Products Services More About Us East Bay Community Action Program susan.schenck@ebcap.org phone: ext. 302 web: Forward This was sent to mlaurianno@ebcap.org by susan.schenck@ebcap.org Update Profile/ Address Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe Privacy Policy. East Bay Community Action Program 19 Broadway Newport RI

3 East Bay Family Health Care Receives Highest Level of Recognition East Bay Community Action Program is proud to announce both of its health centers have received the highest level of Recognition as a Patient Centered Medical Home. This recognition was awarded by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA). The NCQA is a Recognition Program built on evidence-based, nationally recognized clinical standards, and its mission is to improve the quality of health care. The two community health centers, East Bay Family Health Care-East Providence and East Bay Family Health Care-Newport, are staffed by experienced board-certified family medicine physicians and other professionals who care for patients of all ages. Sarah Fessler, MD, the Medical Director at East Bay Family Health Care, said, As a Patient Centered Medical Home, we are able to provide a more personalized and coordinated approach to care. All of our patients are part of a Care Team. Patients work with their specific Care Team on their health and wellness goals. Services at the health centers include health insurance navigators, obstetrics (East Providence), pediatrics, teen clinics, adult medicine, social services referrals and assistance from Health Advocates. New patients and families are welcome. -End-

4 D E N N I S ROY Chief Executive Officer east bay community action program T H E B R I D G E t o S E L F - R E L I A N C E E A S T B A Y Community Action Program East Providence & Bristol County Headquarters 100 Bullocks Point Avenue East Providence, RI P: F: Newport County Headquarters 19 Broadway Newport, RI P: F: The third annual Family Resource Fair will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Pocasset School, 242 Main Road, Tiverton. The fair will offer entertainment and provide community resource information. Some of the organizations already confirming their participation include but are not limited to RI Parent Information Network, RIREACH Consumer Assistance, United Way 211, VNS of Newport County, Parenting Partners, Women s Resource Center, Bank Newport, URI SNAP Outreach, Newport County Mental Health Center, Child and Family Services of Newport, Tiverton Library, Capital Good Fund, Big Brothers/Big Sisters and East Bay Community Action Program. Blood pressure checks and a registered nurse will be available to answer questions! Booths will offer activities and nationally known Matias the Magician will be there! Tiverton Fire Truck exhibit! Free children s books! Refreshments from the culinary arts students at Tiverton High School! Come and join the fun! East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP), as a partner in the Family Care Community Partnership (FCCP) with Child & Family Services of Newport, Newport County Community Mental Health Center and the East Bay Center, through a grant from the RI Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) is sponsoring this fair. For further information call Seena Franklin at East Bay Community Action Program x 150 or sfranklin@ebcap.org COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS EMERGENCY SERVICES FAMILY DEVELOPMENT HEAD START HEALTH & DENTAL CARE HEATING & ENERGY RSVP SENIOR EMPLOYMENT SENIOR SERVICES WIC YOUTH SERVICES

5 Senior Restaurant Program East Bay Community Action Program announces a new dining option is being offered under its East Bay Café Program, formally known as the Ocean State Senior Dining Program, beginning March 3, The Senior Restaurant Program will be launched at the IHOP Restaurant, located at 159 West Main Road, Middletown, Rhode Island. The EBCAP Senior Restaurant Program is open to individuals 60 years of age or older. Vouchers for the program, which must be obtained prior to dining, are available at the Edward King House Senior Enrichment Center located at 35 King Street in Newport, RI or at East Bay Community Action Program, 100 Bullocks Point, East Providence, RI. A donation of $5.00 is suggested. Vouchers are redeemable at the Middletown restaurant location between 7am 10:30am and 4:30pm-8:00pm, 7 days a week. Diners can select from a limited menu of 5 nutritionally balanced entrees. This program is funded in part by the United States Administration on Aging and state funds through the RI Division of Elderly Affairs. To learn more about the program or to obtain vouchers please contact Susan DiMasi of East Bay Community Action Program at x156 or visit the Edward King House Senior Enrichment Center in Newport, RI.