Upcoming Events
2019 Community Engagement Events
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Safe Streets Task Force- December 18, 2019 Meeting
Arnone School, 135 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA
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“The First Day” Screening- Scituate, December 7, 2019
Performing Arts Center, Scituate High School, Scituate, MAUPDATE: Per Scituate Facts: This event on 12/7/19 has been postponed to a later date…
A one year license to this film has been purchased by District Attorney Tim Cruz, with SAMHSA funds from the Drug Free Communities Grant that was awarded to the District Attorney’s Office.
Scituate High School, in conjunction with the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office and Scituate Facts will be hosting a viewing of the Chris Herron movie “The First Day” for Scituate High School’s Winter Sports teams.
“The First Day” is a film produced by Chris Herren, a former professional basketball player, author and wellness advocate who shares his story of recovery.
https://thefirstdayfilm.com/ “The First Day” chronicles Chris Herren’s journey revealing his vulnerability and strength.
Through the power of storytelling, Chris Herren’s profound connection with high school students has enabled them to share their own stories of struggle and strength.
“The First Day” addresses the issues of substance use, harmful behaviours and mental wellness. These are the issues that school systems, communities and people across the country are facing, either directly or indirectly, each day.
Agenda
7:15 am: Meeting of players, coaches and parents/caregivers
8:00 am: Remarks-District Attorney Tim Cruz
8:15 am: Movie viewing
9:00 am- 9:30 am: Panel Discussion
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Safe Streets Task Force- November 13, 2019 Meeting
Arnone School, 135 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA
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DECI Conference: Building a Coordinated Response
The Martin Institute-Stonehill College, 320 Washington Street, Easton, MA -
Safe Streets Task Force- October 16, 2019 Meeting
Arnone School, 135 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA
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CORI Friendly Career Fair- Fall 2019
Brockton War Memorial, 156 West Elm Street, Brockton, MA
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Law Enforcement Training- A Commercial Front Brothels & Illicit Massage Parlors
Towne Place Suites by Marriott, 50 Rosebook Place, Wareham, MA
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Human Impact: Stories of the Opioid Epidemic
Fuller Art Museum, 455 Oak Street, Brockton, MA -
PCO Hope-Overdose Awareness Vigil 2019
East Bridgewater Common
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Battle of the Badges “Fall Brawl”
Westgate Lanes, Brockton, MA
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Pictures from the 2019 Summer Program
Whitman Hanson Regional High School
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day- Plymouth- 2019
Plymouth Center for Active Living, 44 Nook Road, Plymouth, MA
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day- Brockton, June 13, 2019
Brockton Council on Aging, 10 Father Kenney Way, Brockton, MA
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United Way Brings Community Together to Celebrate its 97th Annual Meeting
Contact Person:Dennis Carman, President & CEOUnited Way of Greater Plymouth County934 West Chestnut StreetBrockton, MA 02301508 583-6306 ext. 105FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE6/20/19United Way Brings Community Togetherto Celebrate its 97th Annual Meeting
BRIDGEWATER- On June 12th, over 275 guests gathered for United Way of Greater Plymouth County’s 97th Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration at Bridgewater State University.“What an outstanding gathering of generous and compassionate people who embody the spirit of this year’s theme, ‘Hands United’” Dennis Carman, President & CEO of United Way of Greater Plymouth County said. “We are excited to embark on our 97th year of uniting people, ideas and resources to improve the lives of people in Greater Plymouth County and look forward to continuing to work together with our partners to tackle our community’s unmet needs.”The event’s keynote address was given by Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz. He shared with the audience some of the powerful work being done by the DA’s office. United Way’s Family Center is partnering with the DA’s office to enhance efforts to reach drug endangered children in Plymouth County.United Way’s 97th Annual Meeting was also a celebration of this year’s United Way campaign to raise funds for urgent local needs. Enterprise Holdings received the Circle of Caring Chairman’s Award for its success in making a significant contribution to the LIVE UNITED Fund, undesignated funds given to our local United Way so that volunteers from our community can distribute them to meet the most urgent needs.Among other Circle of Caring Awardees were Signature Healthcare for largest campaign increase, Rockland Trust for largest employee campaign, HarborOne Bank for largest corporate gift, Good Samaritan Medical Center for largest campaign increase to the LIVE UNITED fund, and Sullivan Tire for Corporate Champion for Change for its multiyear corporate gift to United Way of Greater Plymouth County.Lindsay Clarke of Crescent Credit Union, Wendy Coullahan of Eversource, and Tracy Ouellette of Comcast received awards in recognition of their significant contributions to the United Way campaign at their respective companies.A Community Impact Award was given to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office for the many positive ways in which they make a difference in our community.In recognition of his extensive volunteering for United Way and for the community, Kim Hollon, President & CEO of Signature Healthcare was awarded with the Community Spirit Award for 2019.The Profile in Courage Award was given to Jean- Marc Thelussaint, a student at Massasoit Community College, in recognition of his demonstrated courage in overcoming life’s difficulties by utilizing area services funded by United Way of Greater Plymouth County. With the help of United Way funds, Mr. Thelussaint was able to complete an Emergency Medical Technician certification program at Massasoit Community College, pass the EMT examine, and then secure employment as an EMT with Brewster Ambulance Service.To see more event photos, please visit www.facebook.com/uwgpc.About United Way of Greater Plymouth CountyEstablished in 1922, United Way of Greater Plymouth County’s mission is “We unite people, ideas and resources to improve the lives of people in Greater Plymouth County.” Our efforts are instrumental in making Greater Plymouth County a safe, healthy and well-educated community in which people’s needs are met effectively, respectfully and compassionately by focusing our resources on addressing the vital and interconnected needs of education, health and income. United Way serves the communities of southeastern Massachusetts, including the city of Brockton and the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, West Bridgewater, and Whitman. -
Choices 4 Teens- Celebration and Award Ceremony-2019
North Middle School Cafe, 108 Oak Street, Brockton, MA
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Plymouth County TRIAD Annual Senior Picnic- 2019
Plymouth County Sheriff's Farm, 74 Obery Street, Plymouth, MA
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9th Annual Marshfield Council on Aging Health Fair
230 Webster Street, Marshfield, MA
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
230 Webster Street
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Beyond NAS- 2019 Conference
1620 Hotel, Plymouth, MA
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Community Behavioral Health Fair
Kingston Collection, Kingston, MA
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CORI Friendly Career Fair
War Memorial Building, 156 West Elm Street, Brockton, MA
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Coffee with First Responders- Lakeville TRIAD
Lakeville Senior Center, 1 Dear Crossing, Lakeville, MA
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If They Had Known
Whitman Hanson Regional High School, 600 Franklin Street, Whitman
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Driving Decisions Program
1 Dear Crossing, Lakeville, MALakeville TRIAD
10:00 am
March 14, 2019Lakeville Council on Aging
1 Dear Crossing
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Operation Safe Streets Meeting- March 13, 2019
Arnone School, 135 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA
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The Opioid Epidemic & Advocacy Communities
Krovitz Library, 36 Cordage Park Circle, Plymouth, MA
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Second Panel Discussion on CSEC and Plymouth County’s Response
Upper Lounge, Student Center, Brockton Campus
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Panel Discussion on CSEC and Plymouth County’s Response
