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What's New in Mental Health Recovery?
VOCAL's Mental Health Recovery
News for March 19, 2012
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Dear Reader,
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Call for Workshop Proposals for VOCAL's Statewide MH Consumer Conference
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All those interested in presenting a workshop/break-out session at our conference, "Strength in Diversity and Purpose" must submit your topic/name, outline, and educational/learning goals to Yolande Long:
yolande@vocalvirginia.org
Outlines are due no later than Monday, April 16th for consideration.
Each workshop will be given a one hour and thirty minute (1.5 hour) time slot. You must be able to provide your own handouts if you will use them.
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Paolo del Vecchio Scheduled to Give Keynote Address at VOCAL Conference!
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VOCAL is pleased to announce that Mr. Paolo del Vecchio will give the keynote address at this year's conference, " Strength in Diversity and Purpose".
Mr. del Vecchio is Acting Director of the Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS). Paolo currently serves as the CMHS Associate Director for Consumer Affairs and in this capacity he manages SAMHSA's precedent-setting activities addressing consumer participation and education, issues of discrimination and prejudice, consumer rights, wellness, recovery, trauma, access to treatment, and other issues affecting persons with mental health conditions.
Paolo was the first Consumer Affairs Specialist hired in 1995 by SAMHSA. In this capacity, he promoted consumer participation in all aspects of the Center's policies and operations ranging from public education to developing evidence-based treatment and recovery practices to address the needs of persons with mental illnesses. Prior to joining SAMHSA, Paolo worked for the Philadelphia Office of Mental Health in the areas of policy formulation and the planning of a comprehensive system of community-based mental health services addressing homelessness, HIV/AIDS, and many other issues. He graduated summa cum laude with a master's degree in social work from Temple University. Paolo has been involved for over 40 years in behavioral health as a consumer, family member, provider, advocate, and state and federal policy-maker.
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Firewalkers and Arm Wrestling?
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Firewalkers in gearing up for a great fundraiser and outreach event!
CLAW (Charlottesville Ladies Arm Wrestling http://www.clawville.org/) is a hoot and a holler. People line up around the block to get into the circus tent, listen to We are Star Children and watch this incredible, theatrical sporting event like no other! (Well, to be fair, it has gone national. It is just that cool.) It is a wonderful spectacle and all for a good cause!
March 24th at the Blue Moon Diner 8pm, doors at 7pm. General Admission tickets at the door are $5.
Ringside VIP seats are $75. This money will go directly to The Firewalkers Project at VOCAL. Maybe you know someone who would love these tickets? Please put them in touch with malaina@vocalvirginia.org.
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"Planning a Recovery-Oriented System of Care (ROSC): Lessons from Texas"
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FREE Webinar on March 29th from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Register Now
This webinar will focus on SAMHSA's Recovery Support Strategic Initiative (RSSI), specifically, how recovery and recovery support can be implemented to best meet the needs of people experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring conditions. After reviewing the goals of the RSSI, the webinar will explore the planning process undertaken by the Texas Department of State Health Services to implement a Recovery-Oriented System of Care (ROSC) for Houston and communities throughout Texas. Participants will hear from two service providers as they discuss their efforts to use the ROSC planning process, as well as have the opportunity to ask questions of the presenters.
Who should attend: State, territory, tribe, and county-level mental health and substance use disorders treatment/recovery systems administrators, consumers and people in recovery, behavioral health providers, peer providers, providers of other health and human services (primary health care, housing, employment), policymakers, and researchers.
Register Now
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Survivors of Sexual Abuse Co-Ed Group
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SAARA Center 306 Turner Road, Suite L
Richmond, Virginia 23225
Every Monday beginning April 2nd
Further questions or concerns contact:
Hallie at (804) 971-1777 or
halliehartman@rocketmail.com
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Register for the RTP Webinar: Understanding and Building on Culture
and Spirituality in Recovery-Oriented Practice
********************************************************** The next RTP Webinar will describe three components of culture and spirituality in recovery-oriented care: cultural and spiritual assessments, culturally appropriate interventions, and ways in which spirituality and culture can shape an individual's recovery journey. Our presenters will introduce a range of strategies that ensure care is responsive to a person's cultural identity and discuss approaches for fostering cultural strengths and spirituality in care planning and recovery practices. An important facet of culture and spirituality in recovery-oriented care addresses the aging process-how can practitioners be cognizant of person- and family-centered culturally specific needs?
April 4th from 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Description
Three multidisciplinary specialists will share their perspectives. Reverend Laura Mancuso, M.S., CRC/CPRP, will describe practical tools for making assessment culturally and spiritually oriented. Dee Bigfoot, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, will discuss recovery-oriented interventions that have spiritual and cultural components. Finally, National Association of Peer Specialists President Gladys Christian will address how spirituality and culture have affected her recovery journey.
Registration
Click here to register.
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Understanding and Building on Culture and
Spirituality in Recovery-Oriented Practice
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Wednesday, April 4th from 3:00-4:00 p.m.
FEATURING
Rev. Laura Mancuso, M.S., CRC/CPRP
Interfaith Chaplain, Chaplaincy Institute for Arts and Interfaith Ministries
Dee Bigfoot, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Gladys Christian
President, National Association of Peer Specialists
MODERATED BY
Larry Davidson, Ph.D.
Recovery to Practice Project Director, Development Services Group, Inc.
This session will describe three components of culture and spirituality in recovery-oriented care: cultural and spiritual assessments, culturally appropriate interventions, and ways in which spirituality and culture can shape an individual's recovery journey. Our presenters will introduce a range of strategies that ensure care is responsive to a person's cultural identity and discuss approaches for fostering cultural strengths and spirituality in care planning and recovery practices. An important facet of culture and spirituality in recovery-oriented care addresses the aging process-how can practitioners be cognizant of person- and family-centered culturally specific needs? Three multidisciplinary specialists will share their perspectives. Reverend Laura Mancuso, M.S., CRC/CPRP, will describe practical tools for making assessment culturally and spiritually oriented. Dee Bigfoot, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, will discuss recovery-oriented interventions that have spiritual and cultural components. Finally, National Association of Peer Specialists President Gladys Christian will address how spirituality and culture have affected her recovery journey.
As with all RTP Webinars, participants are welcome to call in or submit their questions and comments for presenters to address at the end of the session.
TO REGISTER
https://www.livemeeting.com/lrs/8000963084/Registration.aspx?pageName=7mf1dd6wqv671fzs
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SAMHSA's 2012 Voice Awards Nominations Now Open
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Join the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in recognizing consumer/peer leaders in recovery from mental health and/or or substance use disorders, as well as TV and film professionals, for their efforts to educate the public about the real experiences of people with behavioral health problems. Through their work, both groups of leaders demonstrate that people can and do recover from these conditions and lead full and meaningful lives in their communities. Each year, the Voice Awards features a theme that supports SAMHSA's key strategic initiatives and is integrated throughout all facets of that year's program. In 2012, the awards program will spotlight the strength and perseverance of athletes who face unique challenges in managing mental health and/or substance use disorders while continuing to train, compete, and remain in the public eye. Consideration is being given to consumer/peer leaders who educate the public about the behavioral health challenges of athletes and help empower them to begin the journey of recovery. Additional consideration is being given to TV and film productions that accurately and respectfully portray the behavioral health struggles of athletes, their resilience, and their paths to recovery. The Voice Awards honor consumer/peer leaders who have played a vital role in raising awareness and understanding of behavioral health problems. The awards also recognize TV and film writers and producers who have given a voice to people with behavioral health problems by incorporating dignified, respectful, and accurate portrayals of these individuals into their scripts, programs, and productions. If you know a consumer/peer leader who has led efforts to promote the social inclusion of people with behavioral health problems; personally demonstrated that recovery is real and possible; and made a positive impact on his/her community, workplace, or school, please nominate him/her for a 2012 Voice Award. Similarly, if you know of a TV or film production released after April 15, 2011, that contains a positive behavioral health storyline, please nominate it for a 2012 Voice Award. CONSUMER/PEER LEADER NOMINATIONS ARE DUE FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2012. ENTERTAINMENT NOMINATIONS ARE DUE FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2012. Nominations are open to anyone and are free. There is no limit to the number of nominations an individual can submit and self-nominations are welcome.
The 2012 Voice Awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday, August 22, at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, CA. Please consult the Voice Awards Web site for more information about the program, event updates, and instructions on how to submit a nomination(s).
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Webinar: "Ticket to Work: Preventing and Managing Overpayments"
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Some people with disabilities may be able to work and continue receiving disability benefits. On March 28, tune in to a special webinar to learn about the Social Security administration's Ticket to Work program and other work incentives. You'll also learn about what a Social Security overpayment is, what to do if you get one, and how to avoid overpayments.
March 28th at 3:00 pm
Register here: http://chooseworkttw.net/wise/jsp/wise.jsp
For questions or more information about this webinar or Ticket to Work, contact Ticket To Work: http://www.chooseworkttw.net/help-desk/help-overview.html .
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********************************************** An Informational Alert Prepared by Fifth Freedom Olmstead Planning: Litigation, Collaboration and the All
Important Financial Calculation
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On Wednesday, March 21, tune in to an informative webinar on implementing the Olmstead decision at the state level. In Olmstead v. L.C., the Supreme Court declared that public entities were required to administer programs "in the most integrated setting appropriate to the needs of qualified individuals with disabilities."
In 2010, Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez testified before a U.S. Senate Committee that, "... for the Department of Justice, turning the promise of the Olmstead decision into a reality for individuals with disabilities across the nation has become a major component of ADA enforcement."
The webinar will discuss the essential aspect of budget planning for litigation, policy making, and Olmstead planning. The presenter will discuss the pros and cons of litigation versus working with policy makers to affect change.
2:00 pm to 3:30 p.m.
Register here: http://www.ada-audio.org/Webinar/ADALegal/
Learn more about the Olmstead Decision here: http://www.ada.gov/olmstead/olmstead_about.htm
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************************************ Exciting News from the Firewalkers Project!
************************************ Spiritual breakthroughs. Mad gifts. Visionary meltdowns. Do these themes resonate with you? We are publishing an anthology of creative non-fiction about what is called mental illness and mystical experiences, shifts in consciousness and unexpected blessings. Deadline is June 21, 2012. Please see full details at www.thefirebook.org
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National Empowerment Center Presents: "Expanding Our Vision: Positive Outcomes from around the World"
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Friday, April 27th, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Denver, Colorado
For complete details and to register, click here.
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NAMI of Roanoke Valley's 28th Annual Dinner Meeting
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April 26th at 6:00 p.m. at the Salem Civic Center
Dr. Otto Wahl, Professor of Psychology and former Director of the Psych.D. Program at the University of Hartford will be guest speaker. He has been the recipient of numerous awards for his efforts to combat the stigma of mental illness.
Annual meeting dinner cost is $25.00 per person, although a $5 scholarship registration is available, first slots to NAMI members.
For further information, and to register, call 540.761.3856
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