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A twice-weekly electronic news-digest delivered to your inbox dedicated to keeping you informed of mental health recovery news and opportunities across the Commonwealth and the nation.
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CORRECTION: Center for Recovery and Wellness's Annual Meeting of Members - Posted 10.14
Monday, November 18th from 1:00-2:00 p.m. (Center will open at 12:45 p.m. and meeting will start promptly at 1:00 p.m.)
618 Court Street, Lynchburg (24504)
Please RSVP by October 26th to Diana at 434.947.2662 or email her: centerforrecovery1@gmail.com.
Center for Recovery and Wellness Offers W.R.A.P Class - Posted 10.14
This class will help you develop or enhance your own W.R.A.P., whether you have had a 2 or 3 hour introduction to W.R.A.P. or not. You will learn empowerment and responsibility, the importance of recovery education, developing a Wellness Recovery Action Plan, finding early warning signs and taking preventative action early, taking responsibility for wellness, stress reduction and relaxation methods, developing and keeping support systems, and how to use peer counseling. For further information and to register, call 434.947.2662 (you may leave a message on the answering machine) or email: centerforrecovery1@gmail.com
Certified Peer Specialist Training Offered in Fredericksburg - Posted 10.14
In partnership, the Kenmore Club and Visions are hosting a Certified Peer Specialist Training with Recovery Resources and Support (RRS). The program is based on the Appalachian Consulting Group, Inc. (ACG) peer support training model.
November 4th - 8th; $950.00
632 Kenmore Avenue, Fredericksburg (22401)
For more information and to register, contact Amy Hanley or Kelly Estes at 540.373.7737
Two "Emotional CPR (eCPR)" Certification Trainings Registration Now Open to the Public - Posted 10.14
Two Emotional CPR certification trainings are open for registration. The two-day trainings will be on:October 28-29, in Washington DC and December 2-3, in Austin, Texas (prior to the Alternatives Conference)
Through a combination of presentations, interactive discussions, and dynamic role-plays, trainees will learn about and practice the key concepts involved in effectively supporting a person through an emotional crisis and into healing. eCPR training is appropriate for the general public, peer and other service providers, family members, administrators, and others. No previous training is necessary.
"Early bird" registration discounts apply. Tel: 877.246.9058
Click here for more information and to register
DBHDS Settlement Agreement Stakeholder Group Meeting - Posted 10.14
Wednesday, October 23rd from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in House Room 3, State Capitol, Richmond
The meeting will begin promptly at 1:00 p.m. An agenda will be sent and posted prior to the meeting; all documents will be posted at this link: http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/Settlement.htm#Meetings Minutes from the July meeting are attached and are available at that link.
The meeting is open to the public. There will be an opportunity for public comment at each meeting, near the end of the meeting. A signup sheet will be available prior to the start of the meeting. A limited number of copies of presentations and other handouts will be provided at the meeting; following the meeting all documents will be available on the web page listed above.
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VOCAL News
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VOCAL Announces the Ask VOCAL Column - Posted 8.8 Do you have a question that you wish to direct to the Executive Director about VOCAL? Now is your chance to do so; please direct your questions to askVOCAL@vocalvirginia.org. Your submissions will be answered and published in the Network News following your submission. |
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News Around the Commonwealth
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Friends 4 Recovery Whole Health Center Starts New "Pathways to Recovery" Workshop in November - 10.7
Starting the first Tuesday in November, Friends 4 Recovery will begin a 24-week strengths based curriculum titled "Pathways to Recovery". 2:00 p.m. Call 804.308.1366 for more information. Peer Support at Laurie Mitchell Empowerment and Career Center on Saturdays - Posted 10.7 12:00 p.m. 6295 Edsall Road, Suite Call 703.461.3886 "Out of the Darkness" Community Walk Benefits the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Posted 10.3 Saturday, October 26th in Richmond
Please contact Shirley Ramsey, Chairperson, for further information and to register: 804.868.0082 or shoreyram@gmail.com Take a Hike With Your Friends at "84 Main" - Posted 10.3 Join your friends at "84 Main" in Warsaw on Friday, October 23rd at 10:30 a.m. for a fitness hike at Westmoreland State Park - bring lunch, walking/trail shoes needed. Call Becky at 804.333.3581 for more info. Friends 4 Recovery Whole Health Center Seeks Volunteer Drivers - Posted 10.3 Friends 4 Recovery is growing and needs willing volunteers to bring members without transportation to the Center. This is a solely volunteer opportunity and we encourage people to connect and work out the terms of transport between themselves. If you are willing to transport, please call 804.308.1366 and ask for Leah or Larry and we will place your name on our Volunteer Driver sheet. Friends 4 Recovery Whole Health Center is Now Open on Tuesdays! - Posted 10.3
Join the folks at Friends 4 Recovery on Tuesdays for peer support, insightful workshops and book studies between 1:00 and 5:00 p.m.! Bring a friend and enjoy an environment that encourages building relationships and focuses on empowerment and self-determination.
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Conferences, Trainings, and Webinars
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Ticket to Work Webinar: "Free Support Services for People with a Disability Who Are Ready to Work" - Posted 10.10
Embracing Life-Reducing Stress Workshop-Retreat - Posted 10.3
UVA Mindfulness Center instructor Susan Carol Stone, PhD, will be presenting a workshop-retreat entitled "Embracing Life, Reducing Stress-The Spiritual Journey of Mindfulness" at Yogaville in Buckingham County, November 15th to 17th. Tuition is $210. Additional cost for lodging.
Take a break from stress and join the Mindfulness Center for this experiential workshop-retreat, where you will learn basic mindfulness practices, explore how to implement them in your life, and experience the health, psychological and spiritual gifts of compassion and loving kindness practices. There will be opportunity, if you wish, for individual conferences with the teacher. This program is designed for people new to the practices as well as seasoned practitioners.
Click for more information or to register.
WRAP Seminar II (WRAP Facilitator Refresher Training) - Posted 10.3
October 22-24 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Best Western Plus, 2809 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach (23451)
$800, includes lodging and meals
Applications are due on October 14th
Call Michelle at (877) 925-4RRS (4777) for more information. Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Class at The University of Virginia - Posted 10.3
Developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, MBSR is the core program of the Mindfulness Center. MBSR classes include instruction in meditation, mindful movement, and other mindfulness practices. These practices remind us to return to the present moment and increase the opportunity to make conscious choices rather than react unconsciously.
Classes meet weekly for 2.5 hours over an 8-week period. The course also includes an all-day silent retreat, usually on the Saturday of the 6th week.
Mondays from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. from January 20th to March 10th (2014)
(Tentative) Class Location: A Place to Breathe
4401 Ivy Commons, Charlottesville
Cost is $425
Registration Form
Region Ten Consumer Advisory Council's 8th Annual Recovery Conference - Posted 8.29
October 25th from 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn University Emmet Street.
This year's theme is "A View Inside: Keep it strong. Keep it local". Our goal is to showcase people in recovery that are a part of our community. We are planning some exciting events in preparation for the conference.
There will be two ways that consumers will be able to show their amazing strengths at the conference:
1. There will be a portrait photography project of persons in recovery called "A View Inside" by local photographer Keith Alan Sprouse. (To see examples of his other work go to http://cvillepeople.tumblr.com/) Space is somewhat limited . Contact Beth Gager for info.
2. There will be a chance for consumers to share their stories at the conference in a presentation called "Breaking Through". For people who have something to share about their personal story of breaking through mental illness and/or addiction we will have a series of storytelling workshops leading up to the day of the conference. Please contact Beth Gager to register.
People can participate in one or both projects. Please get the word out to people who you think have something powerful to share. Please contact with me with any questions or to sign up for either project.
Please contact Beth Gager by October 18th by email or by phone to register for the conference or to participate in presentations. 434-970-1480 or beth.gager@regionten.org
Registration is free but required. No walk-ins admitted. Space is limited. Special accommodations must be made by October 4th.
Mental Health America of Virginia (MHAV) Now Accepting Applications for Trainings - Posted 7.22
Pathfinders, November 4-6th in Central Virginia
CELT, December 2-6th in Southeastern Virginia
For further information, call 804.257.5591
Link to Virginia Mental Health Conferences and Trainings Calendar for Opportunities to Attend Conferences and Trainings - Posted 4.11
Go to: http://tinyurl.com/VirginiaCalendar
Do you know of other things that could be posted on this calendar?? Email Yolande Long: yolande@vocalvirginia.org
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Links to MH Peer-Run Programs in Virginia
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Consumer Wellness Center (Annandale)
Recovery In Motion ( Fredericksburg)
kakallay@gmail.com
Blacksburg Computer Empowerment Services
http://computerempowerment.net/about.htm
Friends4Recovery Whole Health Center (Richmond) http://www.friends4recovery.org/#!calendar
Center for Recovery and Wellness (Lynchburg) http://centerforrecoveryandwellness.org/calendar/
Trillium Drop-In Center (Woodbridge) http://pwdropincenter.org/calendar.php
On Our Own of Roanoke Valley http://rvonourown.com/Events.aspx
WeCare, Inc (Martinsville) http://wecaremhc.org/?page_id=42
On Our Own of Charlottesville http://wwhttp://www.saara.org/events-calendar.phpw.onourowncville.org/structure.html
84 Main (Warsaw)
804.333.3581
Other Program Information:
Virginia Peer Support Coalition (Virginia)
Mental Health America of Virginia (MHAV)
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Job Opportunities
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The Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Seeking Program Manager - Posted 10.10
The Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness is hiring to fill the position of Program Manger.
The Program Manager will be responsible for providing targeted educational opportunities regarding best practices to more effectively serve families and individuals experiencing homelessness, engaging and mobilizing stakeholders, and conducting policy analysis.
Go to:
http://www.vceh.org/vceh-info/job-opportunities for the full position description and for information on how to apply
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Job Opening for Director: "Recovery in Motion" - Posted 10.7
The mission of Recovery in Motion is to provide resources for and by individuals with mental illness in the Rappahannock Region who choose to share in their mutual recovery and growth.
This is a part time position to begin in November at approximately 25 hours/week.
Duties include running a peer run center by 2014 that will promote a holistic approach to mental health within the counties of Caroline, Stafford, King George, Spotsylvania and the City of Fredericksburg.
The Director will work with Recovery in Motion's governing board, active members, and staff to carry out the fund-raising, membership development and creative curriculum work of the organization. Good communication, administration, fund-raising and organizing skills are a must.
Compensation is based on qualifications and experience.
To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and identification of two professional references to: Karen McDonald at kmmcdonald443@gmail.com preferably by October 25th.
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Job Opportunities
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The Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Seeking Program Manager - Posted 10.10
The Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness is hiring to fill the position of Program Manger.
The Program Manager will be responsible for providing targeted educational opportunities regarding best practices to more effectively serve families and individuals experiencing homelessness, engaging and mobilizing stakeholders, and conducting policy analysis.
Go to:
http://www.vceh.org/vceh-info/job-opportunities for the full position description and for information on how to apply
Job Opening for Director: "Recovery in Motion" - Posted 10.7
The mission of Recovery in Motion is to provide resources for and by individuals with mental illness in the Rappahannock Region who choose to share in their mutual recovery and growth.
This is a part time position to begin in November at approximately 25 hours/week.
Duties include running a peer run center by 2014 that will promote a holistic approach to mental health within the counties of Caroline, Stafford, King George, Spotsylvania and the City of Fredericksburg.
The Director will work with Recovery in Motion's governing board, active members, and staff to carry out the fund-raising, membership development and creative curriculum work of the organization. Good communication, administration, fund-raising and organizing skills are a must.
Compensation is based on qualifications and experience.
To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and identification of two professional references to: Karen McDonald at kmmcdonald443@gmail.com preferably by October 25th.
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Other News
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Diverse Conversations: Mental Health and Higher Education - Posted 9.23
In this interview, Dr. Victor Schwartz, Medical Director of The Jed Foundation, a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting emotional health and preventing suicide among college students, answers a few questions regarding mental health among college students and what college campuses are doing to address the issue.
What is it like to Hear Voices? A Questionnaire Study - Posted 9.19
Hearing the Voice, in collaboration with the Lived Experience Research Network, is pleased to announce a new research study into the experience of hearing voices.
This study - an online questionnaire which can be completed anonymously - takes a philosophical approach to understanding human experience. It invites people who hear voices to reflect upon important aspects of their experience - such as moods and emotions, or bodily sensations - which may not usually be the subject of attention, especially in clinical settings.
You can find out more about the study, and take part, by clicking here. The study will run until November 29.
Developing a better understanding of the experience of voice-hearing is perhaps the central aim of the Hearing the Voice project, and one of the strengths of working as an interdisciplinary team is that we can go about this in a number of ways. We are in regular conversations with voice-hearers from a wide range of backgrounds, and have learned a lot from the narratives of people who have shared their stories of recovery. We work closely with clinicians and carers who have professional experience of working with people who are distressed by their voices. We are critically investigating the psychological scales that psychologists and neuroscientists use to measure and quantify hallucinatory experience. And we are examining the literary, historical and theological record to put all of this into a wider cultural context.
Our hope is that this study will make an important contribution to the wider Hearing the Voice project and so ultimately be of benefit to people who hear voices and to those who care about and for them. This can only happen through the good will of our anonymous participants. If you or someone you know would like to find out more, or are interested in participating in the study, please visit the questionnaire web site for further details.
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I look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Yolande Long
Communications and Events Coordinator
804.343.1777
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