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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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New In the Digest Today
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Magellan Behavioral Health of Virginia Hosts Meeting of its Behavioral Health Governance Board - Posted 3.3
Tuesday, March 11th from 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Tuckahoe Public Library
1901 Starling Drive
Henrico (23229)
Magellan of Virginia is firmly committed to building a community-driven behavioral health system in the Commonwealth that is focused on recovery and resilience and is accountable for superior program outcomes. The governance board will provide oversight to the program and allow opportunities for stakeholders to have input into the strategic direction of the program.
This meeting is open to the public and interested parties are invited to join us.
For those who are not able to attend, meeting minutes will be posted to the website.
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Falls Church, Virginia (DBSAFC) Meetings - Posted 3.3
Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Calvary United Methodist Church
2315 South Grant Street, Arlington( 22202)
Contact Mildred Minor, CPSS (703)671-1607
Email: marie12411@live.com
Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Springfield Christian Church
5407 Backlick Road., Springfield ( 22151)
Contact: Tammy Washington, CPSS (703)768-9021
Email: tmi.washington@hotmail.com
More Than One-Third of Adults Experiencing Major Depressive Episodes Did Not Talk to a Care Provider - Posted 3.3
A new SAMHSA report shows that 38.3 percent of the 15.2 million American adults who had experienced a major depressive episode in the past year did not talk to a health care provider or an alternative service provider.
http://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/advisories/1402201824.aspx
Free Money Management Class at On Our Own of Roanoke Valley - Posted 3.3
March 12th, 11:00 a.m.
Call 540.362.0061 for further information and to register.
Upcoming Webinar to Focus on Connecting Justice-Involved Individuals with Benefits - Posted 3.3
The Council of State Governments Justice Center is offering a 90-minute webinar on "SSI/SSDI and Medicaid: Powerful Tools for Reentry Success" on March 12, at 2 p.m. "Connecting individuals with serious mental illnesses and other disabilities who are involved with the criminal justice system to benefits and programs for which they are eligible through Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and Medicaid can ease the reentry process and has been demonstrated to lower recidivism rates.
This webinar will provide an overview of eligibility criteria and the enrollment process for these benefits; discuss the federal SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) training program as a way to improve enrollment; and offer success stories and lessons learned from the field." To register, click here.
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VOCAL News
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VOCAL's Whole Health Network (VWHN) Topic #2 - Posted 2.3
"I know healthy eating is important to my overall health and well-being, but what does that look like and how can I do it?"
For tips on healthy eating, including a downloadable food diary, go to:
This is also available in Spanish.
Call for Workshop Proposals for VOCAL's Statewide MH Consumer Conference - Posted 1.16
VOCAL's Statewide Mental Health Consumer Conference will be held on May 19th, 20th, and 21st on the campus of James Madison University in Harrisonburg.
We are now accepting workshop proposals from interested presenters. Please email Yolande Long: yolande@vocalvirginia.org with your proposed workshop title and a short paragraph describing your presentation. Workshops are 1.5 hours long. (Please note: Not all workshop proposals may be accepted.)
VOCAL's Advocacy Committee to Meet Weekly - Posted 1.16
Weekly meetings of the Advocacy Committee have begun.
If you would like to join this committee, please email Jane Ellis: jane@vocalvirginia.org , Troy Ark: listening1@gmail.com or Bonnie Neighbour: bonnie@vocalvirginia.org
Virginia's 2014 Legislative Session Open - Posted 1.16
The legislative session opened on January 8th with several mental health bills filed. If you would like to follow VOCAL's legislative advocacy work go to: Vocal.groupsite.com
VOCAL Launches "Whole Health Network" (VWHN) - Posted 1.2
In the first published e-digest each month, VOCAL will offer information about whole health topics. Each month the focus will change as we rotate through topics such as smoking cessation, nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, etc. encouraging your capacity to take control over your own total health and wellness.
Please also visit our FB page for our "Wellness Wednesday" tips! https://www.facebook.com/VOCAL.Inc
VWHN Topic #1
Smoking Cessation Help:
"I really want to try to stop smoking but how do I do it?"
Here are some tips:
http://smokefree.gov/
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News Around the Commonwealth
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"Mindfulness and Meditation" at Recovery in Motion (RIM) - Posted 2.27
Wednesdays, from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Rappahannock Goodwill Building , 4701 Market St Fredericksburg (22408)
For more information: 540.645.6042
Recovery in Motion (RIM) Offers "Coping with PTSD" - Posted 2.24 Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Rappahannock Goodwill building at 4701 Market St Fredericksburg, (22408). Please check the website, www.recovery-in-motion.org for more information, including course descriptions. |
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Conferences, Trainings, and Webinars
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance National Capital Area Chapter's Peer Support Group Facilitator Training - Posted 2.17 Saturday, March 22, from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Foundry United Methodist Church, 1500 16th Street NW (16th and P St. NW) Washington, DC 20036 (Dupont Circle Metro, South Exit) Led by: Ingrid Deetz , Chapter Relations Director, National DBSA Registration: includes lunch) $20.00 - DBSA NCA Chapter Members $30.00 - Other DBSA Chapter Members Scholarships are available For further information, contact: Alvin@dbsanca.org Location: Foundry United Methodist Church 1500 16th St. NW (16th & P St NW) Fellowship Hall Washington, DC 20036 (Dupont Circle Metro, South Exit) www.dbsanca.org
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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Veteran's Corner
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Disability Benefits for Veterans Who Have a Veterans Affairs Compensation Rating of 100% Permanent and Total - Posted 2.27
Starting March 17th, veterans who have a VA compensation rating of 100% permanent and total (P&T) may receive expedited processing of applications for Social Security disability benefits.
Veterans Peer Support Group Offered at On Our Own of Roanoke Valley - Posted 2.6
Mondays, at 1:00 p.m.
For further information, call: 540.362.0061
DBSA Veteran Peer Specialist Training and Certification - Posted 2.6
March 24th - 29th, Hampton
This Veteran Peer Specialist training course is reserved for individuals who wish to become eligible for employment as a VA peer support specialist. In order to qualify for a VA peer support position, an
individual must be:a Veteran who has recovered or is recovering from a mental health condition (including addictions), and certified by a qualifying organization (DBSA is such an organization), or by an
appropriate state mental health department's approved process.
For additional information on VA peer support employment requirements, please visit:
or contact the human resources department at your local VA facility or Dan O'Brien-Mazza, VA National Director of Peer Support Services:
Daniel.O'Brien-Mazza@va.gov,
or call: (800) 826-3632, x164
Veterans' Advisory Council Forming - Posted 1.23
VOCAL is organizing a Veterans' advisory council that will meet by teleconference every other month.
Please call Jane Ellis at the Network office at 804-343-1777 or email: jane@vocalvirginia.org to get involved.
Veterans Crisis Line Availabe to Vets, Service Members, and Their Families - Posted 1.23
Veterans, service members, and their family members who are in emotional distress are urged to call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and press "1" to be connected directly to a qualified, caring VA professional. All calls are confidential.
To chat online and to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, veterans can visit the Web site: http://www.veteranscrisisline.net .
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Links to MH Peer-Run Programs in Virginia
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Reston Drop-In Center
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)
http://mhav.org/programs/Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Falls Church
ANC436@aol.com NAMI Virginia (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
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Job Opportunities
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Southside Community Services Board Job Openings for Peer Support Specialist - Posted 2.27
PT Mental Health Peer Support Specialist Position at Allegheny Highlands CSB- Posted 2.27
http://ahcsb.org/employment.pl#posting_133
The disAbility Law Center of Virginia Posts Two Open Positions - Posted 2.27
The disAbility Law Center of Virginia Posts Two Open Positions - Posted 2.27
The disAbility Law Center of Virginia (dLCV) is seeking multiple experienced candidates for the positions of Disability Rights Advocate, level I and II.
http://disabilitylawva.org/aboutus/employment/
"Recovery in Motion" (Fredericksburg) Seeks Wellness Coach - Posted 2.10
Preferred Qualifications: Peer Support Specialist training
Qualifications:Lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use disorder; a minimum of a high-school diploma/GED; previous experience as a Peer Support Specialist; excellent personal boundaries and ethics.
Application Deadline: March 7th
Please submit cover letter, resume and three references to:
Christy Escher, Director
Recovery in Motion
530 George Street
Fredericksburg VA 22401
Or email to: RecoveryInMotionJobs@gmail.com
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Other News
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The Recovery Workforce Summit: PRA 2014 Annual Conference - Posted 2.27
The disAbility Law Center of Virginia Hosts Spring Gala - Posted 2.27
The disAbility Law Center of Virginia Hosts Spring Gala - Posted 2.27
Please join the disAbility Law Center in celebrating the birth of a new advocacy organization dedicated to promoting the rights of people with disabilities in Virginia. On March 20th, friends of the disAbility Law Center will gather at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to recognize this dramatic "Season of Change." This is a unique opportunity for you to support people with disabilities as they seek full inclusion in all aspects of today's society. The disAbility Law Center is a new nonprofit, assuming a more effective advocacy vision than its state agency predecessor. The disAbility Law Center seeks a society where the rights of all people with disabilities are respected.
Tickets are available for $60 at www.disabilitylawva.org/season-of-change/ or $65 at the door.
To become an event sponsor for the "Season of Change" celebration, email: info@dLCV.org or call 804-225-2042.
Disability Benefits for Veterans Who Have a Veterans Affairs Compensation Rating of 100% Permanent and Total - Posted 2.27
Starting March 17th, veterans who have a VA compensation rating of 100% permanent and total (P&T) may receive expedited processing of applications for Social Security disability benefits.
What Primary Care Has To Learn From Behavioral Health - Posted 2.24 Check out this thought-provoking interview from the National Council for Behavioral Health with 2013 MacArthur fellow Jeffrey Brenner, MD regarding the challenges that integration brings to the primary care system. Dr. Brenner has some great insight into the challenges involved in the health care system's future. https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/conference-365/2014/01/09/perfect-healthcare-standardized-healthcare/
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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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