Community Events
Caregiving Basics IV: HCBS PART 2- January
Building on the foundation of HCBS Part 1, our Part 2 Webinar Training offers an in-depth exploration of advanced home care practices.
Disaster Preparedness: Wildfire Preparedness Training
Wildfires pose a significant threat to many communities, especially during dry seasons. This guide provides essential information and practical guidance on wildfire preparedness. You'll learn how to assess your wildfire risk, create a family emergency plan, build an emergency kit, and take steps to protect your home and property. By participating in this training, you can increase your resilience and minimize the impact of wildfires on your life.
Understanding Your Rights: A Guide for Caregivers on Worker Classification and Wages
Caring for others is a noble profession, demanding dedication and compassion. Yet, many caregivers face uncertainty and potential exploitation regarding their employment status and wages. This guide aims to empower you with knowledge about worker classification (employee vs. independent contractor) and your rights to fair compensation. By understanding your legal rights, you can ensure that your invaluable contributions are recognized and that you receive the respect and compensation you deserve.
Understanding Your Rights:A Guide for Employers on Worker Classification and Wages
Properly classifying workers is crucial for employers to ensure compliance with labor laws and mitigate legal and financial risks. Misclassifying workers can lead to costly penalties, lawsuits, and damage to your company's reputation. This guide provides essential information on the factors that determine employee vs. independent contractor status, along with practical guidance on how to correctly classify workers and ensure compliance with wage and hour laws.
Disaster Preparedness: Go Bag Preparedness Training
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, leaving us little time to react. Being prepared is crucial for the safety and well-being of you and your loved ones. This guide focuses on Go Bag Preparedness Training, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to assemble an essential emergency kit that can sustain you during a disaster. By taking proactive steps to prepare, you can increase your resilience and minimize the impact of unforeseen events.
Caregiving Basics IV: Activities of Daily Living
This in-depth training, Caregiving Basics IV: Activities of Daily Living, equips caregivers with the knowledge and confidence to assist individuals with essential daily tasks. Learn safe and effective techniques for bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring while maintaining the dignity and independence of the care recipient.
Caregiving Basics IV: Mental Health Training
Caregiving Basics IV: Mental Health Training provides caregivers with essential knowledge and strategies for supporting the mental and emotional well-being of the care recipient. This workshop covers topics such as stress management, communication techniques, recognizing signs of mental health challenges, and accessing support resources.
Caregiving Basics IV: Progress Notes, Incident Reporting
Caregiving Basics IV: Progress Notes & Incident Reporting provides caregivers with essential skills in accurate and effective documentation. This workshop covers best practices for writing progress notes, documenting incidents, and maintaining confidential records. Participants will learn to effectively communicate care observations and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Caregiving Basics IV: Medication Administration
This in-depth training, Caregiving Basics IV: Medication Administration, equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary for safe and effective medication administration. Participants will learn about medication safety principles, proper medication handling and storage, and the administration of various medication types, including oral, topical, and injectable medications.
Disaster Preparedness: Flood Preparedness Training
Floods can pose significant risks to safety and well-being. This guide provides essential information on how to protect yourself and your loved ones during a flood. You'll learn about flood safety precautions, evacuation procedures, and how to respond to various flood scenarios. By participating in this training, you can acquire the knowledge and skills to stay safe and minimize the impact of flooding on your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Disaster Preparedness: Wildfire Preparedness Training
Wildfires can spread rapidly and pose serious threats to safety and well-being. This guide provides essential information on how to protect yourself and your loved ones during a wildfire. You'll learn about wildfire safety precautions, evacuation procedures, and how to respond to various wildfire scenarios. By participating in this training, you can acquire the knowledge and skills to stay safe and minimize the impact of wildfires on your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Caregiving Basics IV: Roles & Responsibilities as a Caregiver
Caregiving Basics IV: Roles & Responsibilities as a Caregiver explores the multifaceted roles and responsibilities of a caregiver. This workshop provides a comprehensive overview of caregiver duties, including physical care, emotional support, communication, advocacy, and self-care. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of their role and learn strategies for effective caregiving.
Caregiving Basics IV: Identify and Explain ISP and IPP
This in-depth training, Caregiving Basics IV: Identify and Explain ISP & IPP, focuses on two critical aspects of care planning: Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and Individual Program Plans (IPPs). Participants will learn the purpose, components, and importance of these plans in ensuring quality care and achieving desired outcomes for the care recipient.
Disaster Preparedness: Summer Preparedness Training
Summer brings with it a unique set of hazards, including extreme heat, severe thunderstorms, and potential wildfires. This guide focuses on summer preparedness, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to stay safe and healthy during the warmer months. You'll learn how to prevent heat-related illnesses, prepare for severe weather events, and take steps to protect yourself and your family from summer-specific dangers.
Caregiving Basics IV: Mental Health Training
This in-depth training, Caregiving Basics IV: Mental Health Training, equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills to recognize and address mental health concerns in themselves and the care recipient. Participants will learn about common mental health challenges, stress management techniques, communication strategies, and how to access support resources.
Understanding Your Rights: A Guide for Caregivers on Worker Classification and Wages
Many caregivers face concerns about their employment status and whether they are being paid appropriately. Are you an employee or an independent contractor? Are you entitled to overtime pay? This guide aims to address these common concerns by providing a comprehensive overview of worker classification and wage laws. We'll break down complex legal concepts into easy-to-understand terms, helping you understand your rights and navigate potential employment challenges.
Understanding Your Rights: A Guide for Employers on Worker Classification and Wages
Understanding worker classification is not just about legal compliance; it's about making sound business decisions. Properly classifying workers allows you to:
Minimize legal risks and avoid costly penalties
Ensure fair treatment of all employees
Improve employee morale and reduce turnover
Optimize your workforce and improve operational efficiency.
This guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of worker classification and build a compliant and productive workforce.
Caregiving Basics IV: Effectiveness of Reinforcers in Elder Care
This in-depth training, Caregiving Basics IV: Effectiveness of Reinforcers in Elder Care, focuses on the use of positive reinforcement to promote positive behaviors and enhance the well-being of older adults. Participants will learn about different types of reinforcers, how to develop and implement effective reinforcement plans, and how to address challenging behaviors using positive approaches.
Disaster Preparedness: Earthquake Preparedness Training
Earthquakes can strike suddenly and without warning, causing significant damage and disruption. This guide provides essential information and practical guidance on earthquake preparedness. You'll learn how to assess your earthquake risk, create a family emergency plan, build an emergency kit, and take steps to make your home more earthquake-resistant. By participating in this training, you can increase your resilience and minimize the impact of earthquakes on your life.
Caregiving Basics IV: Person-Centered Approach
Caregiving Basics IV: Person-Centered Approach empowers caregivers to provide care that is truly centered around the individual. This workshop emphasizes the importance of respect, choice, and autonomy, leading to improved quality of life for both the caregiver and the care recipient.
Caregiving Basics IV: Interdisciplinary Team
Improve care coordination and enhance outcomes for the care recipient with Caregiving Basics IV: Interdisciplinary Team. This workshop focuses on the importance of effective communication and collaboration among healthcare professionals and other members of the care team.
Winter Related Disasters & Flooding Preparedness Training
This guide provides essential information on winter preparedness, with a focus on the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations, including the elderly, children, and individuals with disabilities. You'll learn how to protect vulnerable members of your community during severe weather events, ensure access to essential services, and provide support during power outages. By taking proactive steps, you can create a safer and more resilient community for everyone.
Caregiving Basics IV: Responding to Medical Emergencies
Enhance your emergency preparedness with Caregiving Basics IV: Responding to Medical Emergencies. This workshop equips caregivers with the essential knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to medical emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of the care recipient.
Caregiving Basics IV: Supporting an individual with Diabetes
Enhance your diabetes caregiving skills with Caregiving Basics IV: Supporting an individual with Diabetes. This workshop provides essential information and practical guidance on diabetes management, including blood sugar monitoring, medication administration, healthy eating, and physical activity.
Caregiving Basics IV: HCBS PART 1
Are you ready to enhance your understanding of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)? Join our informative HCBS Part 1 Webinar Training.
Quarterly Board Meeting
Open to Members and invites Only:
This monthly training is to provide ongoing transparency and management of the organization.
NEW business and Old business are discussed.
The board of directors determines the overall business strategy of the company, and the directors are either elected by shareholders or by members of the organization.
Caregiving Basics Training: Supporting an individual with Diabetes
"Supporting an Individual with Diabetes" is a focused topic addressing the specialized care required for residents with diabetes in residential care facilities. This area of care is crucial as it involves managing a chronic condition that significantly impacts an individual's daily life.
The key elements of this support include understanding the nature of diabetes, recognizing the signs and symptoms of blood sugar fluctuations, and knowing the appropriate dietary and lifestyle interventions. Caregivers are trained to assist residents in monitoring their blood sugar levels, administering medications, and ensuring they follow a diabetes-friendly diet.
Caregiving Basics Training III: Responding to Medical Emergencies
"Responding to Medical Emergencies" is a crucial aspect of care in residential facilities. This topic addresses the vital procedures and best practices that caregivers and staff members must follow to effectively handle medical emergencies involving residents. The focus is on ensuring the safety and well-being of residents during critical situations.
Winter Related Disasters and Flooding Preparedness
Winter Related Disasters and Flooding Preparedness Training is a crucial program aimed at preparing the entire community for the challenges posed by winter weather and potential flooding.
OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what?
Join Ca Care Association, Lead Filipino, and Dr Angelica Cortez for a free, non-partisan educational session designed to help individuals, especially those receiving community services, understand the voting process.
Caregiving Basics Training III: Interdisciplinary Team
It takes a team to raise a child, and the same is true when caring for an elderly loved one or someone with a developmental disability. It can be difficult to know how to best meet their needs, and it can be hard to find the time and resources to do so.
An interdisciplinary approach to caregiving can make a big difference for both caregivers and care recipients. By working together, professionals from different backgrounds can pool their knowledge and create a comprehensive care plan that meets all of the elderly' needs.
OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? OCT 15
Join Ca Care Association, Lead Filipino, and Dr Angelica Cortez for a free, non-partisan educational session designed to help individuals, especially those receiving community services, understand the voting process.
Earthquake Preparedness Training
Earthquake Preparedness Training is a vital program designed for the entire community to enhance resilience and safety in the face of seismic events.
Participants will learn how to assemble emergency supply kits, protect themselves during an earthquake, and safely evacuate if necessary.
Caregiving Basics Training III: Person-Centered Approach
The Caregiver Basics Training: Person-Centered Approach is an essential program designed by the California Care Association to equip caregivers with the knowledge and skills needed to provide high-quality care. This training emphasizes a person-centered approach, focusing on understanding and meeting the individual needs and preferences of each resident in residential care facilities.
Summer Preparedness Training
Summer Preparedness Training is an essential program designed for the entire community, focusing on preparing individuals, families, and businesses for the unique challenges of the summer season.
Through practical advice, interactive sessions, and expert guidance, participants will learn how to stay safe, healthy, and prepared during the hottest months of the year.
Caregivers’ Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Your Rights as a Care Worker
Understanding your rights as a care worker is fundamental to ensuring a fair and respectful workplace. Let’s delve into critical topics such as Classification and Wages, Wage Theft Prevention, Overtime, Coverage, Hours Worked, and How to File a Complaint. Additionally, we offer a Q&A session for care workers to voice questions and concerns.
Employers' Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Your Responsibilities as an Employer
Understanding your responsibilities as an employer is crucial for a compliant and productive workplace. We will cover essential topics such as Misclassification, Coverage, Recordkeeping, and Overtime. We also offer a Q&A session for employers to address any questions or concerns.
Quarterly Board Meeting
Open to Members and invites Only:
This monthly training is to provide ongoing transparency and management of the organization.
NEW business and Old business are discussed.
The board of directors determines the overall business strategy of the company, and the directors are either elected by shareholders or by members of the organization.
Caregiving Basics III: Effectiveness of Reinforcers in Elder Care
As caregivers, we know that providing the best possible care for our elderly loved ones or patients is of utmost importance. A caregiver’s job isn’t limited to helping clients with their daily activities, medications, and grooming.
Caregiving Basics III: Identify and Explain ISP and IPP
Every consumer in a long-term care facility has the right to be provided with high-quality care that meets their individual wants and needs. The facilities must maintain required documentation regarding the services that were provided to the consumers.
IN PERSON Wildfire Preparedness Training
Wildfire Preparedness Training is a comprehensive program aimed at empowering the entire community, including residential care facilities, caregivers, and residents, with crucial knowledge and skills for wildfire safety.
This course covers early detection, effective evacuation procedures, communication plans, and strategies for creating a defensible space to protect properties. By fostering a proactive approach to emergency preparedness, the training ensures that all community members are well-equipped to protect themselves and their loved ones during wildfire emergencies.
If you wish to sponsor or collaborate on our Care Training, please contact us at outreach@cacareassociation.org.
Caregiving Basics III: Roles & Responsibilities as a Caregiver
This Roles and Responsibilities as a Caregiver training will go over everything you need to know about the roles and duties in the care continuum.
As direct support professionals and caregivers, your role is integral to the success of the lives of people with disabilities. This training will provide you with an overview of your Roles and Responsibilities as a Caregiver. We will also discuss some challenges you may face in your position and how to best address them. By the end of this training, you will be able to:
Understand your roles and responsibilities as a caregiver
Understand some challenges you may face in your position and how to best address them.
Understand day-to-day activities that will help support people with disabilities including- promoting choices - effective communication with people with disabilities- providing personal care and support- promoting independence and relationships and how to access the community.
If you wish to sponsor our Caregiver Basics Training, contact us at outreach@cacareassociation.org.
Caregivers’ Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Your Rights as a Care Worker
Understanding your rights as a care worker is fundamental to ensuring a fair and respectful workplace. Let’s delve into critical topics such as Classification and Wages, Wage Theft Prevention, Overtime, Coverage, Hours Worked, and How to File a Complaint. Additionally, we offer a Q&A session for care workers to voice questions and concerns.
Employers' Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Your Responsibilities as an Employer
"Employers' Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Your Responsibilities as an Employer" is an informative training session facilitated by Ca Care Association, aimed at elucidating the critical aspects of the FLSA for employers and employees within our community.
Part 1: Wildfire Preparedness Training
Wildfire Preparedness Training is a comprehensive program aimed at empowering the entire community, including residential care facilities, caregivers, and residents, with crucial knowledge and skills for wildfire safety.
Out & Well: Creating a safe Space for the LGBTQ+ Community
This Pride Month, celebrate inclusion with our FREE educational Zoom webinar, Out & Well: Creating a safe Space for the LGBTQ+ Community. Whether you're a caregiver, ally, or simply looking to learn more, this informative session is for you.
Join us for insightful discussions with Dr. Angelica Cortez, a leading educator and advocate for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Vincent Rodriguez, a renowned actor, model, advocate, and educator. They'll equip you with the skills to foster a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Expand your horizons and celebrate diversity! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 11th at 4:00 PM.
Quarterly Board Meeting
Open to Members and invites Only:
This monthly training is to provide ongoing transparency and management of the organization.
NEW business and Old business are discussed.
The board of directors determines the overall business strategy of the company, and the directors are either elected by shareholders or by members of the organization.
Take Action- Service Area #4
Catch Ca Care Association at “TAKE ACTION” as a vendor! Take Action is a community event focused on mental health, offering resources, wellness activities, free games, entertainment, and food (while supplies last)!
Caregiving Basics Training: Medication Administration
Caregiving Basics Training: Medication Administration is a specialized program designed to educate caregivers on the safe and accurate administration of medications to individuals under their care. Medication management is a critical aspect of healthcare, and this training equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure the well-being of those receiving medication.
Mayfest 2024
Mayfest 2024 is an annual festival that celebrates our community in Southern California, and recognizes the caregivers, agencies and facilities that serve our elderly, the sick, and the homeless. This is a fun-filled, family-friendly festival featuring a fashion show, a car show, games, new talents, and some of the best performers in the community. Be part of this fun, engaging and fulfilling event, and support caregivers, agencies and facilities in providing quality of life for the sick, elderly and homeless while getting the word out about your business, organization, event or special project.
Nominate a Caregiver, Care Facility, and Agency to recognize their sacrifices and compassion.
Visit Mayfest.live to know more.
Take Action- Service Area #5
Catch Ca Care Association at “TAKE ACTION” as a vendor! Take Action is a community event focused on mental health, offering resources, wellness activities, free games, entertainment, and food (while supplies last)!
Take Action- Service Area #3
Catch Ca Care Association at “TAKE ACTION” as a vendor! Take Action is a community event focused on mental health, offering resources, wellness activities, free games, entertainment, and food (while supplies last)!
Take Action- Service Area #6
Catch Ca Care Association at “TAKE ACTION” as a vendor! Take Action is a community event focused on mental health, offering resources, wellness activities, free games, entertainment, and food (while supplies last)!
Caregiving Basics III: Mental Health
Caregiving Basics Training: Mental Health is a specialized program designed to educate caregivers on providing competent and compassionate care to individuals with mental health challenges. This training equips caregivers with the knowledge, skills, and sensitivity necessary to support the mental and emotional well-being of those they care for.
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Care Provider Meetings
- Jun 21, 2023 GENERAL Monthly Meeting (June) Jun 21, 2023
- May 17, 2023 GENERAL Monthly Meeting (May) May 17, 2023
- Apr 19, 2023 GENERAL Monthly Meeting (APRIL) Apr 19, 2023
- Mar 15, 2023 GENERAL Monthly Meeting (March) Mar 15, 2023
- Feb 22, 2023 GENERAL Monthly Meeting (Feb) Feb 22, 2023
- Jan 18, 2023 GENERAL Monthly Meeting (Jan) Jan 18, 2023
- Dec 21, 2022 GENERAL Monthly Meeting (Dec) Dec 21, 2022
- Nov 16, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Nov) Nov 16, 2022
- Oct 19, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Oct) Oct 19, 2022
- Sep 21, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Sep) Sep 21, 2022
- Aug 24, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Aug) Aug 24, 2022
- Jul 20, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Jul) Jul 20, 2022
- Jun 22, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Jun) Jun 22, 2022
- May 25, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (May) May 25, 2022
- Apr 20, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Apr) Apr 20, 2022
- Mar 23, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting (Mar) Mar 23, 2022
- Feb 22, 2022 – Feb 23, 2022 Care Providers Monthly Meeting Feb 22, 2022 – Feb 23, 2022
- Jan 23, 2022 – Jan 24, 2022 Care Provider Monthly Meeting Jan 23, 2022 – Jan 24, 2022
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Community Partner Meetings
- Dec 21, 2022 Board Monthly Meeting (Dec) Dec 21, 2022
- Nov 17, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (Nov) Nov 17, 2022
- Oct 20, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (Oct) Oct 20, 2022
- Sep 22, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (Sep) Sep 22, 2022
- Aug 25, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (Aug) Aug 25, 2022
- Jul 21, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (Jul) Jul 21, 2022
- Jun 23, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (Jun) Jun 23, 2022
- May 26, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (May) May 26, 2022
- Apr 21, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting (Apr) Apr 21, 2022
- Mar 24, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting Mar 24, 2022
- Feb 24, 2022 Community Partners Monthly Meeting Feb 24, 2022
- Jan 24, 2022 Vendor Committee Monthly Meeting Jan 24, 2022
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Covid-19
- Jan 18, 2022 Infection Prevention Informational Call: Upcoming COVID-19 Requirements and Guidance Jan 18, 2022
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Stakeholder Meetings
- Oct 23, 2023 Adult and Senior Care Program Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Provider Stakeholder Committee Meeting Oct 23, 2023
- Oct 24, 2022 Adult and Senior Care Program Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) 4th Provider Stakeholder Meeting Oct 24, 2022
- Oct 23, 2022 Adult and Senior Care Program Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) 4th Provider Stakeholder Committee Meeting Oct 23, 2022
- Jul 25, 2022 Adult and Senior Care Program Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) 3rd Provider Stakeholder Meeting Jul 25, 2022
- Apr 25, 2022 Adult and Senior Care Program Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) 2nd Provider Stakeholder Meeting Apr 25, 2022
- Jan 30, 2022 Adult and Senior Care Program Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) 1st Provider Stakeholder Meeting Jan 30, 2022
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Trainings
- Dec 6, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Identify and explain ISP and IPP Dec 6, 2022
- Nov 8, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Caregiver Role in Behavioral Plans Nov 8, 2022
- Oct 4, 2022 Caregiver Basics Training: Managing Individuals in Crisis Oct 4, 2022
- Sep 6, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Roles and Responsibilities as a Caregiver Sep 6, 2022
- Aug 9, 2022 Caregiver Basics Training: Medication Administration Aug 9, 2022
- Jul 5, 2022 Caregiving Basics: The Interdisciplinary Team (ID) and Systems of Support Jul 5, 2022
- Jul 5, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Training Series 6 (Members Only) Jul 5, 2022
- Jun 7, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Training Series 5 Jun 7, 2022
- Jun 7, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Training Series 5 (Members Only) Jun 7, 2022
- May 10, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Training Series 4 May 10, 2022
- Apr 6, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Progress Notes, Incident Reporting Apr 6, 2022
- Mar 9, 2022 Caregiving Basics: Communication and Reporting Incidents Mar 9, 2022
- Feb 23, 2022 Training: Heartsaver First Aid, CPR and AED (Individual) Feb 23, 2022
- Feb 21, 2022 Training: Nonviolent Crisis Prevention and Intervention (NCPI) Feb 21, 2022
- Feb 8, 2022 Caregiver Training: Caregiving Basics and Direct Support Professional Training Feb 8, 2022
- Jan 21, 2022 – Feb 9, 2022 Pre-registration for NCPI and Heartsaver First Aid Trainings Jan 21, 2022 – Feb 9, 2022
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access
- Oct 22, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? Oct 22, 2024
- Oct 15, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? OCT 15 Oct 15, 2024
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civic engagement
- Oct 22, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? Oct 22, 2024
- Oct 15, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? OCT 15 Oct 15, 2024
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community
- Oct 22, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? Oct 22, 2024
- Oct 15, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? OCT 15 Oct 15, 2024
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lead filipino
- Oct 22, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? Oct 22, 2024
- Oct 15, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? OCT 15 Oct 15, 2024
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voting
- Oct 22, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? Oct 22, 2024
- Oct 15, 2024 OUT & WELL: You can vote! So now what? OCT 15 Oct 15, 2024