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SUMMARY:[ASK] Smoke\, Eat\, Move: A harm reduction approach to real people in real bodies
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTOPIC: Smoke\, Eat\, Move: A harm reduction approach to real people in real bodies\nDescription:\nIn the middle of a pandemic\, is now the time to stop smoking and start exercising? This session will share information about how to navigate making health-related changes and lowering health risks. A focus will be on promoting health from a realistic\, practical\, and human lens. \n \nPresenter: Annie Lakatos\nAnnie Lakatos has been a nurse practitioner since 2009 and works at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin in the Inclusion Health Clinic and the General Internal Medicine Clinic. She provides primary care\, hormone replacement therapy and PrEP alongside preventive care and education. She is passionate about making each patient feel welcome and creating a space that is supportive and health-promoting for her patients.\n.\nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter. Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites. PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded in part by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-smoke-eat-move-06-16-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200613T140000
DTSTAMP:20221103T001820Z
CREATED:20200608T212205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T001820Z
UID:8636-1592053200-1592056800@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK] The ins and outs of Wisconsin name & gender change
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nThe ins and outs of name & gender change\nFrom state IDs\, birth certificates\, social security and passports to . . . health insurance\, bank accounts and more. Come learn more about the process of changing your identity documents in Wisconsin. We’ll discuss court-ordered changes\, government-issued IDs\, and insurance and other records of your identity. Please bring your questions! \n\n.\nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter. Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites. PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded in part by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-name-gender-change-06-13-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T190000
DTSTAMP:20221103T001956Z
CREATED:20200602T025308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T001956Z
UID:8607-1591725600-1591729200@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK] Who in the world is…!? Sharing about FORGE and Inclusion Health Clinic’s services
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nWho in the world…!? Sharing about FORGE and Inclusion Health Clinic’s services\nDo you wonder what services are available at FORGE?  Or from Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin’s\, Inclusion Health Clinic?  This session will share brief overviews of what you can access (and how)\, and leave plenty of time for your questions. \n\n.\nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-who-in-the-world-is-06-09-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200530T140000
DTSTAMP:20221103T002058Z
CREATED:20200511T162839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T002058Z
UID:8577-1590843600-1590847200@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the Advocate] Maintaining your housing during COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTopic:\nMaintaining your housing during COVID-19 \nHaving trouble finding or affording your housing? Learn about how to use assistance programs that can help with rent\, mortgage\, utility expenses\, and more. We’ll also talk about new protections during the COVID-19 period. \n \nPresenter: Shelley Gregory (they/them or any pronouns)\nShelley is a trans human\, activist\, and advocate\, and the Strategic Project Coordinator for FORGE. Shelley has worked actively in the LGBTQI+ community for over 25 years and began to focus their work on advocacy for transgender and non-binary folx nearly two decades ago. Their background is as a civil rights lawyer. Shelley continually aims to contribute to improving quality of life for trans and non-binary individuals and increasing our inclusion in society. Shelley presently assists survivors of violence through individual advocacy and peer support\, as well as policy development and public education. \n. \nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-advocate-maintaining-your-housing-during-covid-19/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200523T140000
DTSTAMP:20200510T160410Z
CREATED:20200510T160410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200510T160410Z
UID:8569-1590238800-1590242400@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the provider] Low or no health insurance?  You still deserve healthcare!
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTopic: Low or no health insurance?  You still deserve healthcare!\nWe all deserve physical and mental health care.  This session will explore getting the care you need with or without insurance.  We’ll  discuss how to access affordable health insurance (possibly at no cost to you).  We’ll share where you can seek care without insurance\, and how to navigate systems that often seem to prioritize payment over people.\n  \nZoom link\nhttps://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/98008372867 \nUse computer audio or dial in: \n+1 929 205 6099 \n+1 301 715 8592 \nWebinar ID: 980 0837 2867 \n  \nPresenters:  Joanna Woodbury and Carolyn Wesolowski\nJoanna Woodbury\nJoanna Woodbury is an experienced Certified Social Worker and has worked in HIV care since 2007.  She serves as the Social Services Program Manager overseeing social work\, mental health and pharmacy services provided in the Inclusion Health and Infectious Disease Clinics. Joanna has a strong passion for leadership\, medical social work\, HIV care and prevention\, and LGBTQ affirming healthcare. \nCarolyn Wesolowski\nCarolyn is a proud Milwaukee native with a love of urban exploration both at home and beyond. She has a Master’s in Community Counseling from Marquette University with a focus on trauma-informed counseling and care. Carolyn’s work has primarily focused on supporting people living with HIV in a social services capacity\, which led her to her current role as a Linkage to Care Specialist with the Medical College of Wisconsin. She finds herself incredibly fortunate to share in the vibrancy of so many lives in such a profound way. Her work and passions also support the Froedtert Inclusion Health Clinic and the broader LGBTQ+ community.\n \n. \nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n \n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.\n 
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-provider-low-or-no-health-ins-05-23-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200519T190000
DTSTAMP:20221103T002203Z
CREATED:20200510T155400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T002203Z
UID:8564-1589911200-1589914800@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the physician] "My job is considered essential -- how can i stay safer?"
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTopic:\n“My job is considered essential — how can i stay safer?”\nNot everyone is working from home or unemployed.  It is not always clear what needs to be done to stay safe(r) while working with others\, which may include not being able to adhere to social distancing recommendations.  Learn how to minimize your risk and learn strategies to stay as healthy as possible. \n \nPresenters: Andrew Petroll\, MD\, MS.\, and Ann Brooks\, RN\nAndrew Petroll\, MD\, MS\nDr. Petroll is an Associate Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin.  He is an Infectious Disease specialist and also serves as the Medical Director of the Froedtert & MCW Inclusion Health Clinic\, an outpatient clinic designed to provide affirming and excellent care to the LGBTQ community. \nAnn Brooks\, RN\nAnn Brooks has been a nurse for the last 20 years . Throughout her years of experience\, she has worked in neonatal ICU \, home care\, and most recently\, primary care. Brooks joined the Inclusion Health Clinic at Froedtert in  January\, 2020. She has been married to her husband for 19 years and has 3 kids — 2 daughter who are 18 and 16\, and a son who is 14. In her free time she enjoys hanging out with her family and friends and watching whatever sport her kids are playing.\n. \nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-physician-my-job-is-considered-essential-05-19-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200516T140000
DTSTAMP:20221103T002241Z
CREATED:20200510T155116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T002241Z
UID:8562-1589634000-1589637600@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the advocate] Staying true to yourself while staying safe
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTopic:\nStaying true to yourself while staying safe: Gender expression in the age of COVID-19\nIn our world of social distancing\, face masks\, working from home\, and other shifts in our day-to-day lives\, trans and non-binary people are often struggling with how to stay safe AND how to continue to present our gender in ways that feel true and affirming.  Are you worried that wearing a face mask will change how people perceive your gender?  (Wonder about how to get lipstick off of your cloth mask?!)  Are you concerned about your gender expression if you need to stop binding for a while to give your lungs a bit more breathing room?  We’ll talk about how gender cues might shift and how our gender expression may morph as we adjust to our own health and the safety mandates offered by the CDC and others. Bring and share your own discoveries. \n \nPresenters:  Joanna Woodbury and Shelley Gregory\nJoanna Woodbury\nJoanna Woodbury is an experienced Certified Social Worker and has worked in HIV care since 2007.  She serves as the Social Services Program Manager overseeing social work\, mental health and pharmacy services provided in the Inclusion Health and Infectious Disease Clinics. Joanna has a strong passion for leadership\, medical social work\, HIV care and prevention\, and LGBTQ affirming healthcare. \nShelley Gregory (they/them or any pronouns)\nShelley is a trans human\, activist\, and advocate\, and the Strategic Project Coordinator for FORGE. Shelley has worked actively in the LGBTQI+ community for over 25 years and began to focus their work on advocacy for transgender and non-binary folx nearly two decades ago. Their background is as a civil rights lawyer. Shelley continually aims to contribute to improving quality of life for trans and non-binary individuals and increasing our inclusion in society. Shelley presently assists survivors of violence through individual advocacy and peer support\, as well as policy development and public education.\n. \nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-advocate-staying-true-to-yourself-05-16-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200512T190000
DTSTAMP:20200510T154233Z
CREATED:20200510T154233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200510T154233Z
UID:8557-1589306400-1589310000@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the physician] Mental Health in the Time of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTopic:\nA lively discussion about current topics in mental health during a time of a pandemic\, focusing on the impact of transitions in life and treatment options.\n  \nZoom link\nhttps://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/99572051216 \nUse computer audio or dial in: \n+1 312 626 6799 \n+1 929 205 6099 \nWebinar ID: 995 7205 1216 \n  \nPresenter: Dr. Israel Labao\, MD\, MPH i\nDr. Israel Labao\, MD\, MPH is a third year psychiatry resident at the University of Wisconsin\, Madison. He is an American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry Scholar. He has strong interest in treating those going through their milestones and transitions in life\, as well as coping with anxiety and depression.\n \n. \nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-physician-mental-health-05-12-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200509T140000
DTSTAMP:20221103T002324Z
CREATED:20200504T112020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T002324Z
UID:8524-1589029200-1589032800@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the advocate] Accessing food and other basic necessities during COVID-19 
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTopic: Accessing food and other basic necessities during COVID-19\nNeed help getting food or other essential items? There are many options to help in the Greater Milwaukee area. Check out what’s available for either yourself or others you may help. \n \nPresenter:  Shelley Gregory (they/them or any pronouns)\nShelley is a trans human\, activist\, and advocate\, and the Strategic Project Coordinator for FORGE. Shelley has worked actively in the LGBTQI+ community for over 25 years and began to focus their work on advocacy for transgender and non-binary folx nearly two decades ago. Their background is as a civil rights lawyer. Shelley continually aims to contribute to improving quality of life for trans and non-binary individuals and increasing our inclusion in society. Shelley presently assists survivors of violence through individual advocacy and peer support\, as well as policy development and public education. \n. \nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-advocate-food-05-09-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200505T190000
DTSTAMP:20221118T180850Z
CREATED:20200504T111332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T180850Z
UID:8516-1588701600-1588705200@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the nurse] What is telemedicine?  What is MyChart?
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic for an opportunity to ask questions and engage with professionals serving the trans/non-binary community. \nTopic:\nWhat is telemedicine?  How does it work?  What is MyChart and how do I use it?\nWhat is MyChart?  How can I best communicate with my primary care physician or other health care providers?  Is it safe and confidential to see my provider by video?  Learn more about the new world of healthcare in the age of COVID-19. \n \nPresenter: Ann Brooks\, RN\nAnn Brooks has been a nurse for the last 20 years . Throughout her years of experience\, she has worked in neonatal ICU \, home care\, and most recently\, primary care. Brooks joined the Inclusion Health Clinic at Froedtert in  January\, 2020. She has been married to her husband for 19 years and has 3 kids — 2 daughter who are 18 and 16\, and a son who is 14. In her free time she enjoys hanging out with her family and friends and watching whatever sport her kids are playing.\n. \nAbout ASK events:\nASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time (Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm and Saturdays from 1-2:00pm) where you can ask questions to health care providers\, mental health professionals\, social workers\, advocates\, and lawyers.\nInitiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic\, questions and topics discussed may focus on medical issues\, mental health concerns\, coping skills\, access to public benefits\, links to resources\, where and how to access support. Each session will have a broad focus within these areas. Come with your questions. Sit back. Or lean in.\nIf you miss the live events\, they’ll be recorded!\nAll ASK events will have an ASL interpreter.  Please reach out with any access needs.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-nurse-what-is-telemedicine-05-05-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200502T140000
DTSTAMP:20221118T180958Z
CREATED:20200428T023011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T180958Z
UID:8506-1588424400-1588428000@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the provider] No technology?  How to stay connected.
DESCRIPTION:The world has shifted to zoom calls\, video chats\, telemedicine\, therapy by video\, MyChart communication with providers\, and so much more that’s online or technology-dependent.  How do you stay connected and receive the services you deserve if you don’t have a smart phone\, web cam\, or computer?  Let’s chat about it and find some solutions! \n \n  \nSpeaker\nCarolyn Wesolowski\n(Department of Medicine\, Division of Infectious Disease\, Linkage to Care Specialist) \n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded in part by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-provider-no-technology-05-02-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T190000
DTSTAMP:20221118T181044Z
CREATED:20200428T021717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T181044Z
UID:8501-1588096800-1588100400@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:[ASK the Physician] No need to wait: Hormones as essential medical care
DESCRIPTION:Some people are experiencing lags in their trans-related medical care during COVID-19. Nearly all medical appointments are happening by telehealth\, with routine lab tests being deferred until the health crisis has calmed down. However\, some trans and non-binary people are being denied refills to their hormones or not being able to connect with their health care provider to maintain their medical care. During this ASK the Expert\, Joanna Woodbury and Dr. Jessica Francis will share information on how to have continuity of care (including hormones)\, as well as some harm reduction strategies to insure your best health during these tough times. \n \nSpeakers\nDr. Jessica Francis\nDr. Jessica Francis is an assistant professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Her areas of clinical expertise are low risk obstetrics\, gynecologic surgery\, minimally invasive surgery vaginal surgery\, and care of pediatric and adolescent patients. Dr. Francis provides comprehensive and preventative care for l transgender individuals\, including gynecologic and obstetrical care. \nJoanna Woodbury\nJoanna Woodbury is an experienced Certified Social Worker and has worked in HIV care since 2007. She serves as the Social Services Program Manager overseeing social work\, mental health and pharmacy services provided in the Inclusion Health and Infectious Disease Clinics. Joanna has a strong passion for leadership\, medical social work\, HIV care and prevention\, and LGBTQ affirming healthcare.\n—\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites. PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic.\nThis project is funded in part by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/ask-the-physician-no-need-to-wait-04-28-2020/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200425T140000
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UID:8412-1587819600-1587823200@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:PACT NOW: ASK the advocate
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic bi-weekly “ASK the…” events.  Physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, advocates\, counselors and others will hold space to share information and\, most importantly\, ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS!   \nThis meeting’s focus: Social service support resources for trans/non-binary communities during COVID-19.\nAre you wondering how to get the resources you need?  The federal impact payment; unemployment benefits; rental assistance; basic necessities; social connection and support… Bring your questions or ask in advance.   \n  \nPresenter:  Shelley Gregory (they/them or any pronouns)\nShelley is a trans human\, activist\, and advocate\, and the Strategic Project Coordinator for FORGE. Shelley has worked actively in the LGBTQI+ community for over 25 years and began to focus their work on advocacy for transgender and non-binary folx nearly two decades ago. Their background is as a civil rights lawyer. Shelley continually aims to contribute to improving quality of life for trans and non-binary individuals and increasing our inclusion in society. Shelley presently assists survivors of violence through individual advocacy and peer support\, as well as policy development and public education. \n\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic. This project is funded in part by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.  
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/pact-now-ask-the-advocate/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T183000
DTSTAMP:20221118T181304Z
CREATED:20200420T201241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T181304Z
UID:8410-1587492000-1587493800@forge-wi.org
SUMMARY:PACT NOW: ASK the doctor
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic bi-weekly “ASK the…” events.  Physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, advocates\, counselors and others will hold space to share information and\, most importantly\, ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS! \n\n\n\nThis meeting’s focus: COVID-19 Basics for Trans /Non-binary Communities.\n\n\n\nThis session will focus on understanding symptoms\, transmission\, and avoidance of COVID-19. \n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter:  Andy Petroll\, MD\, MS.\n\n\n\nDr. Petroll is an Associate Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin.  He is an Infectious Disease specialist and also serves as the Medical Director of the Froedtert & MCW Inclusion Health Clinic\, an outpatient clinic designed to provide affirming and excellent care to the LGBTQ community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites. PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin\, Inclusion Health Clinic. This project is funded in part by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
URL:https://forge-wi.org/event/pact-now-ask-the-doctor/
CATEGORIES:Ask,PACTNOW
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