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Nothing About Me Without Me!
VOCAL's Mental Health Recovery
News for September 20, 2012
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It's the Center for Recovery and Wellness' 3rd Anniversary!
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Help us celebrate three years of being open by coming to our party TODAY!
September 20th from 3:00-4:45pm. We'll provide refreshments.
618 Court Street, Lynchburg
434-947-2662
All are welcome.
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Free Webinar; "Peer-Driven Innovations: Changing Systems, Changing Lives
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Thursday, September 27th from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Presenters:
Gayle Bluebird, RN, is Peer Services Director in the State of Delaware. She is a pioneer in the recovery movement who continues to work nationally to promote networks for talented consumer artists and create peer roles in inpatient settings.
Pamela Werner, M.A., LLP, is a Specialist in the Bureau of Community Mental Health Services where she is responsible for leadership and policy direction for the Certified Peer Support Specialist Initiative.
Teleconference Overview:
People with lived experience have long been aware of the significant value and positive benefits of peer-provided services. Research conducted over the last 10-15 years has also documented these benefits. Peers, individuals in recovery from mental health and substance use issues who have valuable knowledge to share about their journeys of recovery, can be very supportive since they have "been there" and serve as living examples that individuals can and do recover from mental health problems and addiction.
Peers also serve as advocates and support others who may experience discrimination and prejudice. As leaders in their communities peers promote positive change to ensure dignity and respect for individuals in recovery and full access to resources including health, social, economic, and cultural systems that promote recovery. By promoting a broader concept of recovery from mental health and substance use conditions that engages all aspects of community life, peers are primary drivers of a social inclusion perspective. Peer support networks and the dedicated people who work in the peer support community continuously strive to find ways for peers to take their rightful place at various levels in the mental health system as experts through knowledge and experience. They also strive to ensure that peers are paid equitably and have opportunities for advancement and further skill development.
The Recovery Support Initiative of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is one of eight strategic initiatives outlined in Leading Change: A Plan for SAMHSA's Roles and Actions, 2011-2014. This initiative highlights the need for the active participation by people with lived experience in the development and implementation of a broader array of care and support services. It also provides a framework for moving communities and service systems to become more socially inclusive.
During this webinar you will hear how Michigan has accessed and utilized Federal funds to train and develop a strong peer workforce within the State. You'll also learn about the large-scale systems transformation underway in Delaware, a concrete example of what can be accomplished when a powerful and effective collaborative alliance between people with lived experience and a bold, visionary State mental health commissioner is established. Our speakers today are both visionaries who are changing the face of healthcare service delivery.
To register:
http://promoteacceptance.samhsa.gov/teleconferences/archive/training/teleconference09272012.aspx
If you have any questions, please contact the SAMHSA ADS Center at promoteacceptance@esi-dc.com.
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New Evening Hours and Programming at Friends 4 Recovery starting October 1st
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Beginning Oct 1st, the Center will be open until 8:30PM on Mondays. We will be offering a Peer Support Group from 6-7PM and starting a new 8-week series on "Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World", a course devoted to stress reduction, from 7-8:30PM for Peers that aren't able to attend the Center during the day.
For details, call 804-308-1366 or e-mail larry@friends4recovery.org
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Southwest Virginia Regional Consumer
Empowerment and Recovery Council Meeting
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Meets every third Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Hungry Mother Park Restaurant, located at 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, 24319. Lunch is included and reservations must made by the second Wednesday to Judy Salyer: 276-479-2800 or email at: jsalyer@mounet.com |
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Recovery Month at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute, Danville
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The SVMHI Recovery Month Planning Committee will host a series of events during the month of September to highlight Recovery at SVMHI. These celebrations will coincide with the SAMSHA National Recovery Month initiatives. Some of the events for the month include a cookout/talent kickoff event, a recovery walk, a fashion show, a recovery festival, and a recovery dance.
For more information: Olin Saphrey at 434-799-6220 or Olin.Saphrey@dbhds.virginia.gov
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WRAP'n Recovery Group Forming in Henrico County
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Are you looking for education on how to maintain wellness and to stay in recovery? Do you desire to meet with others, of like mind, for discussion and group learning?
A community WRAP group is forming in Henrico County; meeting on Saturday mornings from 10:30-12noon. This group will be facilitated by three Copeland Center-trained individuals, who have a vision of providing WRAP in the larger Richmond community.
What: Wellness Recovery Action Plan. . .a series of self-constructed tools which empower individuals with mental health challenges to stay well and in recovery on a daily basis. It is based on many years of grass-roots research among peers and the writing of Mary Ellen Copeland.
When: Each Saturday morning, from 10:30-12noon, starting Saturday September 22, 2012. This group will be 'revolving'; meaning that it will continue through the WRAP curriculum for approximately eight weeks, then start over again. You are welcome to join at any point.
Where: Although not sponsored by Henrico Mental Health, the meetings will take place at the Lakeside Center. . .at 5623 Lakeside Avenue, Henrico, VA 23228.
For more information, contact the facilitators at wrapnrecovery@gmail.com or call David Rockwell @ 727-8540 William Hart @727-8555 or Kevin Kelly @ 727-8597
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Peer Support Group at On Our Own of Roanoke Valley
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Every Friday at 2:30 p.m.
429 Elm Ave., SW, Roanoke (24016) 540-362-0061 |
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Region Ten's Consumer Advisory Council Recovery
Conference, "Once Upon a Sparkle: Remember What Makes You Shine!"
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October 26th
Holiday Inn University Emmet Street in Charlottesville
The keynote speaker will be trauma survivor and professional musician, Michael Skinner. Commissioner James Stewart from the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental services will also address the conference attendees.
The CAC is also showcasing the talents of people who are in recovery in the community, giving them a chance to shine and show their sparkle! Please contact Beth Gager for further information (see contact information below).
Space is limited. Registration is free and is required. No walk-ins admitted.
Special accommodations must be made by October 5th
Please register by October 19th
To register, or for more information, please contact:
Beth Gager at 434-970-1480 or email her at: beth.gager@regionten.org
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