Upcoming Library Programs
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First Time Pasco Student - Health Requirements
Do you have a child going to a public school for the first time this year in Pasco or Florida? You will need proof that your child's immunization records are up to date and a physical. Both are sometimes referred to as "blue (for immunization) and gold (for physicals) forms". However, not all physicians or health care facilities provide proof on blue or gold forms - the schools will accept either on any color of paper as proof.
You can get immunizations shots at either your child's physician office, a health care facility, or the Pasco health department. A list of of immunizations by age is available at the Pasco County School Board site. A schedule of Pasco Health Departments is here. Physicals can be performed at your child's physician office or a health care facility. more -
Gulf Oil Spill
Most of us are familiar with the oil spill off the coast of Louisiana. There's now a web site to track the spill's dimensions. Developed by NOAA with the EPA, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Department of Interior, the site, http://www.geoplatform.gov/gulfresponse/, offers you a “one-stop shop” for spill response information. The site integrates the latest data the federal responders have about the oil spill’s trajectory with fishery area closures, wildlife data and place-based Gulf Coast resources — such as pinpointed locations of oiled shoreline and current positions of deployed research ships — into one customizable interactive map.
The Center for Disease Control also has a page dedicated to the potential effects of the oil spill should it appear on your local coast line, here. The CDC mentions four possible categories that you may be exposed to hazardous substances related to the spill:
- Air
- Water
- Food
- Dispersants
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Jobs Workshops @ the Library
The Pasco County Library will offer hands-on job searching workshops this summer. Each participant will have an opportunity to find job listings online, fill-in online applications, and prepare online resumes. One-on-one assistance will be provided. Please call your local Pasco County Library for more information. The workshops are on the following dates and times:
June 15 at 10:00 a.m
New River Library34043 State Road 54
Zephyrhills, FL. 33543813.788.6375
July 10 at 10:30 a.m.South Holiday Library
727.834.3331
July 13 at 2:00 p.m.Hugh Embry Library
14215
352.567.3576
July 17 at 2:00 p.m.
727.861.3040
July 24 at 10:30 a.m.Land O' Lakes Library
2818
813.929.1214
August 26 at 6:00 p.m.
9701 Little Road
New Port
727.861.3049
August 27 at 2:00 p.m.more
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Business Networking Breakfasts
This summer, Pasco County Library System will be hosting a series of networking breakfasts for the business community. If you own a business and are interested in making new contacts and learning more about the resources available to you as a business owner in Pasco County, join us for the business networking breakfast at your local branch library! Agencies represented at the breakfasts include the Small Business Development Center, the Pasco County Economic Development Council, and local Chambers of Commerce, among others.
Attendees are invited to enjoy a light breakfast of bagels, donuts, fruit, juice and coffee provided by the Friends of the Library. The breakfasts will be offered at 8:30 a.m. on the following dates:
Friday, June 11New River Library34043 State Road 54Zephyrhills, FL
Friday, June 18Hugh Embry Library14215 Fourth StreetDade City, FL
Friday, July 9Hudson Regional Library8012 Library RoadHudson, FL
Friday, July 16Land O' Lakes Library2818 Collier ParkwayLand O' Lakes, FL
Friday, July 23South Holiday Library4649 Mile Stretch RoadHoliday, FL
Friday, August 6Regency Park Library9701 Little RoadNew Port Richey, FL
Friday, August 27Centennial Park Library5740 Moog RoadHoliday, FLmore -
Medical Field Career Fair
Career Central is offering a Medical Field Career Fair on Friday May 14th from 9am to noon. Employers from the medical field will be available to tell you about job openings.
The Career Central office is located at4440 Grand Blvd.
New Port Richey, FL 34652
For more information call: (727) 484-3400 or go to their websitehttp://www.careercentral.jobs more -
Long Term Care for the Elderly
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Caring for the elderly is a national concern, particularly if long-term care is needed. In Florida, there is a Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program which is comprised of 17 local councils across Florida, all offering free, localized advocacy services. An ombudsman is a specially trained and certified volunteer who has been given authority under federal and state law to identify, investigate and resolve complaints made by, or on behalf of, long-term care facility residents. Ombudsmen respond to resident complaints and concerns ranging from issues with medication and care administration to matters of dignity and respect. It is the ombudsman's role to protect the legal rights of residents and assure that they receive appropriate treatment and quality care. To learn more about this program go to http://ombudsman.myflorida.com/ResidentFam.php.
Currently, there is a bill HR3043 (Medicare Adult Day Care Services Act of 2009) being debated in Congress; which addresses the use of adult day care services for long-term care of the elderly. Click on the link above or contact your legislator for more information.
If you need help selecting the best long-term care option for yourself or you loved one contact your local Area Agency on Aging office at 1-800-963-5337.
Some older adults are able to stay in their own home if they have a few safety measures in place. Click here to view a housing safety checklist for older people. Some individuals may also be eligible for free cell phones from Safelink Wireless. Safelink is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers. To apply for a free cell phone click here.
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You and Connections... Finding a Job
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Connections Job Development Corporation is a non-profit agency in Pasco County that will help you search for a job and provide other employment services such as:
A Job Club
Career Counseling Advice
Computer Training
Resume and Application Assistance
Networking/communication skills
Job Referrals
Professional interview clothing
Getting started with Connections is easy! You can attend an orientation (Job Club) at the Connections office every Monday at 1:15pm or Wednesday at 9:45am.
Learn more about Connections and how to find a job at the South Holiday Library on March 24th at 6pm or at the Regency Park Library on April 29th at 6pm.
Join us and learn more about how Connections can connect you to a job!
For more information call Connections (727) 849-4724, the South Holiday Library (727) 834-3331 or the Regency Park Library at (727) 861-3049.
South Holiday Library
4649 Mile Stretch Drive
Holiday, FL. 34690
Regency Park Library
9701 Little Road
New Port Richey FL 34654
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