tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59702265026453203352024-02-19T09:57:35.560-05:00Fresh Start Consumer Network of FloridaA consumer representative organization led by individuals who share a commitment to making a difference in mental health recovery throughout the State of Florida.Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.comBlogger91125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-46021653894359500722017-12-02T02:00:00.000-05:002018-01-17T12:10:44.611-05:00Identity Protection 101<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span lang="en-US">Mr. Kevin Gilpin spoke at a Consumer Network meeting about Identity Theft on October 14, 2017. Identity Theft is the fastest growing crime in the United States. </span></div>
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<span lang="en-US">Mr. Gilpin, who is the Director of the National Crime Stop Program, shared some tips for staying safe. They include…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="text-indent: -18pt; width: 14.25pt;"> </span><span lang="en-US" style="text-indent: -18pt;">Use PayPal or a re-loadable debit/gift card for all your online purchases.</span></li>
<li> Always select the DEBIT function, never the CREDIT function on your ATM</li>
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Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-34850667021298416822017-12-01T10:15:00.000-05:002017-12-01T10:21:44.920-05:00What is WRAP®? <div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 5.0pt; mso-pagination: none;">
<span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "arial"; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;">The Wellness Recovery Action Plan® (WRAP®) is an </span><a href="http://mentalhealthrecovery.com/research-findings/"><span lang="en-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;">evidence-based</span></a><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "arial"; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;"> wellness program that is rooted in the principle of self-determination. It's about what people can do for </span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "arial"; font-style: italic; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;">themselves,</span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "arial"; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;"> and how they can build and maintain support from others to improve their health. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US" style="color: #cc9900; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;">Who should use WRAP®? </span></div>
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<span lang="en-US" style="color: #cc9900; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 16.0pt; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;"></span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "arial"; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;">WRAP® was originally designed by and for people with mental health conditions, but it is now used in a variety of settings and for many different health challenges. WRAP® is for anyone who is interested in feeling empowered and supported in improving their health and well-being.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "arial"; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;">All WRAP® participants end with a highly personalized wellness plan that includes:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "arial"; letter-spacing: 0.375pt;">People who complete the full 14-hour workshop are eligible to move on to WRAP® Facilitator Training. If you like WRAP® and want to teach it to others, you'll already have the prerequisite hours you need to take a facilitator class</span><span lang="en-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Congratulations on completing the Introduction to WRAP training!<br />
Held in Miami, FL on October 26 & 27, 2017</td></tr>
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Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0Miami, FL, USA25.7616798 -80.19179020000001425.5329123 -80.514513700000009 25.9904473 -79.869066700000019tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-75142330748860302152017-09-09T16:05:00.000-04:002017-09-09T16:13:54.287-04:00HOPING EVERYONE'S SAFE FROM HURRICANE IRMA by Stephanie Barker<span style="color: black;"></span><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi51fOFLavgvq77LRkuHbGe6LPN_0318PjPMFGY042z-DONoER3aFDDSs93GG3RWM-RMBJMXFGJ9QLOQAFmz4VlpryCf6Ngl5xtwcRIQy3n1d7EjKLF6kv-SKsN1xWOE6uDF2m8fmldfLs1/s1600/Hurricane-Irma-7.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi51fOFLavgvq77LRkuHbGe6LPN_0318PjPMFGY042z-DONoER3aFDDSs93GG3RWM-RMBJMXFGJ9QLOQAFmz4VlpryCf6Ngl5xtwcRIQy3n1d7EjKLF6kv-SKsN1xWOE6uDF2m8fmldfLs1/s200/Hurricane-Irma-7.png" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: small; line-height: 107%; margin: 0px;"> </span><span style="font-size: large; line-height: 107%; margin: 0px;">Since both
Israel and I live in emergency evacuation zones initially both of us were
extremely concerned. We were planning to hunker down at my apartment which
initially seemed safer, despite knowledge that it was in a surge and high wind
zone. Then I unexpectedly received a call from a friend in California who was
saying “you need to evacuate now”. When I explained that financially this was
not an option, she took me totally by surprise offering to wire us money.
Extremely grateful I accepted. The money was there in twenty minutes. Israel being
computer savvy located us a hotel. We stayed one night and the hotel was
evacuated. Israel on the job again. Helpful as always, located a safer hotel. We
are currently in residence. We then went grocery shopping for non-perishable
foods and water. Our back up plan if we need to leave here is to go to the
airport, since it will remain open twenty-four hours. </span></div>
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<span lang="en-US" style="color: #343434; font-family: Arial; language: en-US; mso-ansi-language: en-US; mso-ligatures: none; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #343434; mso-style-textfill-type: solid;">Once again, Fresh Start of Miami-Dade and the Consumer Network were awarded a grant from the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs for the Recovery in the Arts project. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-27930891134491420302017-06-13T06:34:00.001-04:002017-06-13T06:34:40.076-04:00Celebration for South Florida Agents of Change<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span lang="en-US">Mental Health Awareness Month<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-44821066065149434582017-04-19T13:38:00.000-04:002017-04-19T13:38:20.661-04:00Peer Specialist TrainingEighteen people attended the Peer Specialist Training held in Miami, Florida. The three day training was on February 8-10, 2017. Facilitators were Kishma Lewis of Fresh Start of Miami-Dade, and Clarence Office of Veterans Administration.<br />
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The participants had this to say about the training..<br />
“I really love the tone that was set. A really comfortable atmosphere of learning.”<br />
“I love learning about everything that has to do with helping people.”<br />
“The facilitators were really informative.”<br />
“People shared experiential knowledge which added to the class.”<br />
“The free materials were very helpful”.<br />
“Very educational, will definitely help me do my job better.”<br />
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<b><u>What do peer specialists do?</u></b><br />
Peer specialists can play many roles in support for people living with psychiatric disorders and/or in addiction recovery. They are capable of facilitating education and support groups and working as a bridge linking people to services as they transition from hospitals or jails into the community. Peers also work one-on-one as role models, mentors, coaches and advocates and support people in develop-ing psychiatric advance directions and creating Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP).<br />
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<br />Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-4887388066891060342017-02-15T05:34:00.000-05:002017-02-15T05:34:26.746-05:00 FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND by Abigail
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<span lang="en-US" style="color: #262626; font-family: Arial; language: en-US; mso-ansi-language: en-US; mso-ligatures: none; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #262626; mso-style-textfill-type: solid;">What do you do when your best friend is faithful, fierce and four-legged?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You love it as unconditionally as it loves you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You guard it with the same fervent loyalty as it guards you and devote yourself to it, even when it pees on your favorite chair or chews your best pair of shoes.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZZR0UWZpUdP3pa3msKAQXvfYUyeHDLstNRy3ekIcCDeLL7r2B2thPpOFE31uPoeqjfDFGfv5npkswpKIqQYcx5vCKPDqav_8Kk7KrHkld8FchP0XzjaffbxWdbiDY3Y0TUkVAv4L3wagn/s1600/ZION.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZZR0UWZpUdP3pa3msKAQXvfYUyeHDLstNRy3ekIcCDeLL7r2B2thPpOFE31uPoeqjfDFGfv5npkswpKIqQYcx5vCKPDqav_8Kk7KrHkld8FchP0XzjaffbxWdbiDY3Y0TUkVAv4L3wagn/s1600/ZION.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZZR0UWZpUdP3pa3msKAQXvfYUyeHDLstNRy3ekIcCDeLL7r2B2thPpOFE31uPoeqjfDFGfv5npkswpKIqQYcx5vCKPDqav_8Kk7KrHkld8FchP0XzjaffbxWdbiDY3Y0TUkVAv4L3wagn/s1600/ZION.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold; language: en-US; mso-ansi-language: en-US; mso-ligatures: none;">Abigail meets her new friend</span></h2>
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<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike>Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-43529940828232492242017-02-14T03:19:00.002-05:002017-02-14T03:19:44.696-05:00 Trainings Have Resumed in 2017 Fresh Start Consumer Network provides recovery and empowerment training as part of the Statewide Consumer Network. As guided by the evidence-based WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) model, our goal is to educate and empower individuals and advocates who want to provide leadership and promote recovery in their communities. <br />
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Scheduled Trainings for the New Year </h3>
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<li>First, there was an Introduction to WRAP training scheduled for January 26 & 27, 2017 (two days). This WRAP training was for Young Adults ages 25 and under. </li>
<li>Also, Mental Health First Aid was held on January 28, 2017 and was specifically for residents and/or employees of the City of Miami Gardens. </li>
<li>A WRAP Refresher course took place on February 6 & 7, 2017 — for those who needed to renew their WRAP Facilitator certification. </li>
<li>Peer Specialist training was scheduled for February 8-10, 2017. </li>
<li>This year trainings are also scheduled to be held in Tampa and Orlando, Florida. </li>
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The year has only just begun. More trainings will be scheduled in Miami, as well as other Florida cities. Request to be put on our email list, and you will be informed of all future trainings conducted by Fresh Start Consumer Network.Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-56469242530100174112017-01-02T11:57:00.000-05:002017-01-02T11:57:25.134-05:00Why Consumer Network Meetings are Important by A. Miryam israelAs you know, Consumer Network meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month in<br />
Miami, Florida. Maybe some of you are trying to start your own network in your various cities. But<br />
why? What’s the point? I can think of at least three reasons to have consumers and peers network with<br />
each other. They are education, association and certification.<br />
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<b>One, you might just learn a thing or two.</b><br />
Consumer Network meetings in Miami focus on speakers who highlight informative subjects for consumers. Interesting people, from every walk of life, come and speak to our attendees about their areas of expertise. We’ve learned everything from how to give CPR to how to advocate for our rights. We’ve learned how to spot fraud and learned about the Jail Diversion Program. Police officers trained to intervene during a crisis (CIT officers) have shared their experiences at our meetings. Florida Representatives have spoken at our meetings. So, if you have a curious mind and really want to learn about all the services in your community, Consumer or Peer Networks are the way to go.<br />
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<b>Two, your peers will be there, why not you?</b><br />
Meetings are a chance to associate with other people from various programs. And remember, there is power in numbers. Listen, you can advocate as an individual and/or you can advocate as an organization with hundreds of members. Which do you think is most powerful? That’s why Consumer<br />
Networks are important.<br />
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<b>And three, emphasis is on developing peer leaders</b>.<br />
One way to advance one’s self is to become a Certified Peer Specialist. At our meetings we learn the requirements to become certified. We are the first to know when trainings are coming. And… agencies looking to fill a position with a consumer often come to the Consumer Network to announce job openings.<br />
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There are many reasons to attend Consumer Network and Peer Network meetings. Being in the know<br />
has its advantages. So attend your local Consumer Network. If there isn't one in your area, you may want to start thinking about starting one. You can contact us with questions about getting started. Consumer Network meetings really are important.Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-91900843574132060242016-12-25T13:05:00.000-05:002016-12-25T13:05:04.569-05:0010 Tips to Help You Manage the Holidays with Grace by Stephanie Barker<h4>
<i>Stephanie is a volunteer and member of both the Key Clubhouse of South Florida and Fresh Start Drop-in Center. Stephanie
will soon be a Certified Peer Specialist upon exam completion. She is a real people-person and an active Street Advocate.</i></h4>
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1. Managing an annoying, demanding or controlling person:
Be polite, acknowledge that you are listening. Thank them for
their input, saying “you could be right”. Then make an excuse
and get up and leave the room. Do not promise to come
back. Find somewhere to take a break, or take a walk. Do not
participate, argue, or engage with the offending person. </div>
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2. Do something simple and positive for yourself: Take a walk,
do some exercise, buy yourself a small treat, pamper yourself,
listen to your favorite music and dance or sing. </div>
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3. Do something good for someone else: Make a call to someone
who is sad or alone, smile at people, give some food to a
homeless person; or any good deed you can think of. </div>
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4. If you want to look up some jokes and be prepared to make
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5. Eat Tryptophan: This is a natural mood booster found in turkey,
beans, and fresh green vegetables. </div>
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6. Do not go to sleep early to avoid the day: Make yourself be
as active as you can, engage in a hobby or do something you
find enjoyable or generally do not take the time to do. Pass
your time in a productive way that makes you feel good about
yourself. </div>
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7. Smile, even if you don’t feel like it: Research shows that
even if you make yourself smile this sends signals to our brains
which make us feel better. </div>
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8. Make a gratitude list: Start with the basics like food, clothing
and shelter. You will find you have more to add. Keep the list
somewhere near you, or tape to your mirror where you will
review it regularly.</div>
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9. Avoiding hugs or kisses under the Mistletoe: First
thing find out where the Mistletoe is so you can avoid
it. Look up in doorways and hanging lamps. Carry a
package in front of you. Lean in like you are going to accept
and quickly lean your shoulder in, or keep something
in your hand. Give them a quick peck on the cheek,
shake hands, or give them a pat on the back. </div>
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10. How to get the kiss you want: Keep your eye discretely
on the person you want to kiss, do not get in line. Wait
until the last person is almost finished and approach
quickly. (Only do this if you think the person may want to
kiss you). If you are alone hug, pet or kiss a pet, hug a
pillow, call someone and at the end of the conversation
make smacking kisses into the phone. Kiss a movie star
on TV, or kiss yourself in the mirror and tell yourself “I
love me just the way I am”. </div>
Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-91196981902964720642016-07-20T05:19:00.000-04:002016-07-20T05:34:40.717-04:00Intro to WRAP for the LGBTQ CommunityThis workshop introduced attendees to the five key concepts behind the development of the WRAP program, and its relation to mental wellness among lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) communities.<br />
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WRAP offers practical tools to assist in living with life’s challenges. People came and learned self-care techniques and set personal goals, all while receiving support in a LGBTQ friendly space.<br />
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“I have been to other WRAP trainings, but this was my first LGBTQ training.”<br />
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“The facilitators Alex, Jay and Sandra were excellent. They did a great job. I learned a lot about the LGBTQ community – a lot of my questions were answered.”<br />
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“… enlightening, empowering and thorough.”<br />
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“Learning about WRAP has given me a new tool to help others. And will help me to conduct my new job responsibilities.”<br />
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“The training was meaningful to me, and the handouts and materials were useful.”<br />
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“What I liked most about the training was the information that was provided by the facilitators – Jay and Alex.”<br />
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“What I liked most about the training was how the facilitators presented the (WRAP) program in a simple and understanding way. Next, I would like to go to the Leadership Training.”Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-45388885954597366382016-06-29T10:32:00.000-04:002016-07-20T05:24:54.003-04:00Annual Grantee Meeting for Statewide Consumer & Family Networks -- by A. Miryam Israel<div class="MsoBodyText3" style="mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-align: justify; text-justify: newspaper; text-justify: newspaper; text-kashida-space: 50%; text-kashida-space: 50%;">
<span lang="en-US"> May 19th – 20th, (2016) SAMHSA held an annual grantee meeting for Statewide Consumer and Family Networks. I accompanied our Consumer Network’s Project Director, Sandra McQueen-Baker to Rockville, Maryland and attended the conference with her. Here are some of my take-aways. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US"> Paolo del Vecchio, Center for Mental Health Services Director, addressed the grantees by presenting on health, home, purpose and community. He also discussed the new uses of technology connecting service recipients to supports.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US"> LaVerne Miller of Policy Research Associates made herself available for questions on the topic “Record Maintenance”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US"> During the breakout sessions I chose to attend “Developing Data Systems”. I was hoping to learn how to make tracking data an easier, less painful process. I left the session with a better appreciation for the reasons we use data in the first place. Susan Foster from BRSS TACS helped me see the bigger picture. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US"> Nev Jones from the Felton Institute shared her expertise as a researcher and evaluator. She clarified for me that we collect data to generate evidence, influence policy and make the case for what works. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US"> Sarah Nicholson shared Nebraska Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health’s inspiring growth. Sarah pointed out the need for different levels of surveys, and for asking the right questions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US"> The general sessions and guest speakers were inspiring, but for me the breakout sessions were the most useful. They gave us practical suggestions to help us carry on the work of our Statewide Consumer Network .<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Certified WRAP Facilitators took advantage of a special opportunity to meet the Executive Director from the Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery. <br />
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Immediately following the Awards Ceremony of the Mental Health Conference on May 11th, Matthew Federici held an informal discussion with a small group of Miami-Dade County WRAP facilitators.<br />
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The meeting focused on the Consumer Network's efforts to promote WRAP in South Florida, as well as new information and updates from the Copeland Center.Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-46444776286350270652016-05-04T16:59:00.000-04:002016-05-04T16:59:32.272-04:00WRAP® Trainers in Training<div class="MsoBodyText3">
<span lang="en-US">Cindy Schwartz and Sandra McQueen-Baker were re-certified as Advanced Level WRAP Facilitators in Orlando, FL. on April 4-8, 2016.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US">The class was awed by the energy and expertise of the Copeland Center’s own Gina Calhoun. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US">Both Cindy and Sandra left knowing that their facilitation and presentation styles were forever changed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US">Thanks to our hosts Maria Fuentes and Cameron Wood of the Mental Health Association, Orlando Florida.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-2769873687365770852016-04-27T12:57:00.000-04:002016-04-27T12:59:49.547-04:00WRAP® Training for Young Adults, Orlando, FL <div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination: none; text-align: justify; text-align: justify; text-justify: newspaper; text-justify: newspaper; text-kashida-space: 50%; text-kashida-space: 50%;">
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<b><span style="color: #1f4e79; font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Miami, Florida; May 2-4, 2016; </span></b><em><b><span style="color: #1f4e79; font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt;">Register now!</span></b></em><b><span style="color: #1f4e79; font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 28.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<em><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">This mental
health recovery training is open to <u>everyone</u> who can demonstrate
complete acceptance of diversity with relation to gender roles and sexual
identity. Consumers of substance abuse and/or mental health services are
invited. Peer Specialists and provider staff who serve the LGBTQ community, family
members and others are all welcome and encouraged to come. <o:p></o:p></span></em></div>
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<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">This workshop will introduce attendees to the five key concepts
behind the development of the WRAP program, and its relation to mental wellness
amongst lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender and questioning (LGBTQ)
communities. WRAP offers practical tools to assist in living with life’s
challenges. We invite you to come and learn self-care techniques, set personal goals,
all while receiving support in a LGBTQ friendly space.</span></span><b><span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="en-US">About twenty people joined Advanced WRAP Facilitators Cindy Schwartz and Sandra McQueen-Baker for a WRAP Refresher in Miami, Florida. It was intended to sharpen their facilitation skills, and to help them further engage groups in the Wellness Recovery Action Planning. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US"> Although WRAP</span><span lang="en-US"><sup>®</sup></span><span lang="en-US"> or Wellness Recovery Action Planning</span><span lang="en-US"><sup>®</sup></span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "rockwell";"><sup> </sup></span><span lang="en-US">was developed by a group of people who had been dealing with difficult feelings and behaviors -- </span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "rockwell"; font-weight: bold;">WRAP can be used by everyone!</span></div>
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The people who attended the latest Introduction to Wellness Recovery Action Planning workshops will tell you, WRAP is for them.</div>
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<span lang="en-US"> On January 27-29, 2016, Sarai Martin and Lincoln Toranzo of Banyan Health Systems facilitated a workshop in Spanish, introducing 25 people to WRAP. </span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "rockwell"; font-size: 7.0pt; font-style: italic; line-height: 114%;">(top picture)</span><span lang="en-US"> And earlier, on January 13-15, a group that included veterans started their own WRAP plans while attending a workshop facilitated by Gina Ford, Kishma Lewis and Sandra McQueen-Baker. </span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "rockwell"; font-size: 7.0pt; font-style: italic; line-height: 114%;">(bottom picture)</span><span lang="en-US" style="font-family: "rockwell"; font-style: italic;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US">On Friday, February 5th, 2016, I had the pleasure of attending a Mental Health First Aid training. This training was facilitated by Cindy Schwartz and Habsi Kaba. The purpose of Mental Health First Aid is to teach individuals how to respond in a mental health emergency and offer support to someone who appears to be in emotional distress.</span></div>
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During the training, we were educated on the signs and symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and a variety of other mental health disorders. We learned that body language, the things we say and how well we listen to others (including verbal and non-verbal listening skills) can have a powerful impact on those individuals that are experiencing a mental health crisis. </div>
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<span lang="en-US"> Overall, this training was helpful and informative and I highly recommend it to everyone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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The new enhanced standards have three main goals: 1) to provide guidance, 2) implementing communication and language assistance, and 3) engaging and assessing community needs.<br />
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It is important for individuals and organizations to have a vision of what culturally and linguistically appropriate services will look like in practice. Myriam’s presentation gave everyone many practical examples.<br />
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Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-42249310728905344752015-12-15T08:11:00.001-05:002015-12-15T08:11:23.034-05:00Thank You from Fresh Start Consumer NetworkA special thank you to the following for their support throughout the year…<br />
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Board of Directors for Fresh Start Mi-ami-Dade, Inc.<br />
Carrfour Supportive Housing<br />
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Dr. Amanda Pike of Art Therapy Consulting<br />
Jenny Leon<br />
Jail Diversion Team<br />
Key Clubhouse of South Florida<br />
Magellan Complete Care<br />
Miami Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs<br />
SOC Partners<br />
South Florida Behavioral Health NetworkFresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-5593556103592895552015-12-15T08:03:00.000-05:002015-12-15T08:13:49.677-05:00AN EXPRESSION OF GRATITUDE by Dianne Côté, CRPS-A<i>(The following email was sent to The Consumer Net-work. It has been reprinted here in it’s entirety with the permission of the author.)</i><br />
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Dear Sandra, (and Team)<br />
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This expression of gratitude is later than I hoped since I have been out of the office due to illness. Add to that the Thanksgiving holiday.<br />
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Speaking of “thanks giving”, the recognition day that I had the honor of attending boosted my morale, sense of hope, and gave me the opportunity to see a room filled with empowered, dedicated, and successful peers.<br />
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Thank you for allowing me to be part of this very special event.<br />
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Dianne Coté, CRPS-A<br />
Broward County, Florida<br />
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<br />Fresh Start Consumer Network of Floridahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03559272423139337995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5970226502645320335.post-20333855240058137442015-12-15T06:47:00.000-05:002015-12-15T06:54:54.689-05:00Inspiring Speakers at the Peer Recognition Event by A. Miryam Israel<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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I was fortunate to attend the Peer Recognition event in Miami, Florida on November 18th, 2015, because I got to listen to empowering messages from successful Peer Specialists.<br />
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I heard from long time Peer Specialist, Alfonso Ruiz, now the Consumer Relations Specialist of Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC); and also Justin Volpe, known to many for his public speaking skills and his work as a Peer Specialist with the Jail Diversion Project. The audience was favored with a heartfelt address from Pam Ford, the Peer Services Manager of South Florida Behavioral Health Network (SFBHN).<br />
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Then Clarence Office, a committed Peer Specialist who works with his fellow Veterans, reminded us all to be grateful for how far we have come. And the Honorable Judge Steve Leifman, earned much applause as he spoke about the role Peers Specialists in recovery and the need to hire more. Special guest speaker, Cindy Schwartz was motivating and inspiring in her presentation on the importance of recovery.<br />
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What a wonderful opportunity to hear from such giants in our local Recovery Community. We all left with a renewed sense of hope and dedication to the important work of recovery. Truly, "recovery matters"!<br />
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