Friday, March 15, 2013

Celebrating Families - A program for mothers in treatment/recovery

Good Afternoon!

I am happy to officially announce The Council’s upcoming “Celebrating Families” program for women in recovery and their children (ages 3-18). Please pass along the attached flyer to anyone you feel would benefit from this amazing and FREE program. Space is limited!

“Celebrating Families” consists of 13 weekly sessions and includes a FREE family meal. There will also be lots of giveaways and incentives throughout the program cycle, as well as FREE social activities outside the program sessions.

“Celebrating Families” is a program to help strengthen families and break the cycle of addiction to the next generation. Some of the topics include: Healthy Living, Communication, Feelings & Defenses, Chemical Dependency Affects the Whole Family, Goal Setting, Healthy Boundaries, and more!

If you have any questions, please contact me any time.

Thank you,

Jessica Schwartz

Community Development Coordinator

The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc.

252 West Swamp Road, Unit 12

Doylestown, Pennsylvania 18901

Phone: (215) 345-6644 ext. 3122

Fax: (215) 348-3377

(800) 221-6333 - 24 Hour Information Line

jschwartz@councilsepa.org

Celebrating Families Flyer Apr-July 2013.pdf
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Thursday, March 14, 2013

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Dear Joseph,

As a father, middle-school basketball coach and St. John's University freshman basketball team member, I couldn't be more excited to announce that Chris Mullin, former NBA basketball star, All-American at St. John's University and ESPN sports analyst, will host our next Facebook chat.

As part of The Medicine Abuse Project, Chris will host "Meet The Parents Hour," our popular, live Facebook chat and Q&A this Thursday, March 14 at 12 pm EST/9 am PST.

Chris shared this with us, "As both a dad and a person in recovery, I truly believe that parents need to educate themselves about drug and alcohol abuse, so we can help protect our kids from future struggles with addiction. Education and open, honest communication are so important and this is why I look forward to sharing my experiences and story of recovery. In doing so, I hope I can help others who are now struggling, in the way that I was helped so many years ago."

At 12 pm EST on Thursday, we will feature Chris’ photo on The Partnership at Drugfree.org Facebook timeline and the chat will take place right under Chris’ photo in the comment thread. Please make sure to refresh your browser throughout the chat to view all comments in real time.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Go team!

Bob Caruso

Father, grandfather, basketball coach, St. John's alum and CFO at The Partnership at Drugfree.org

P.S. Submit your question for Chris Mullin now for Thursday's Facebook chat. Please note that Chris may not be able to get to everyone’s question during the one-hour chat, but like any good athlete, he will certainly do his best.

P.P.S. If you haven't Liked us yet on Facebook, do it now so you can participate in the live chat session.

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Heroin Education & Dangerous Substance Understanding Program

Free HEADSUP Education Seminar, April 3rd

An insightful presentation on the latest drug trends among teens.
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The Livengrin Foundation presents the Heroin Education & Dangerous Substance Understanding Program (HEADSUP) Seminar, an informative and powerful presentation on the current drug trends among teens.

This free seminar is for parents, educators, healthcare professionals and community advocates. It features experienced law enforcement and drug awareness experts who will share their insights and first-hand knowledge about heroin and other drugs and the impact they has on families and community.

The HEADSUP Seminar is brought to you by the new Adolescent Program at Livengrin's Fort Washington, Pa., Counseling Center on Wednesday, April 3rd at 6:30pm. Attendance is free, but seating is limited. Free parking, private entrance, light refreshments.

To register, call Adolescent Program Coordinator Gabrielle Bealer: 215-540-8301, ext.112

For more information on this and other Livengrin events, please visit our calendar page.

We look forwarding to seeing you there!

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Combination of Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder Raises Risk of Being Murdered

By Join Together Staff | March 12, 2013 | Leave a comment | Filed in Alcohol, Drugs, Mental Health & Research

A new study finds people with mental illness who also have a substance use disorder are nine times more likely than the general population to be murdered. Overall, people with mental illness were almost five times as likely to be a murder victim, compared with those with no psychiatric diagnosis.

The researchers studied Swedish government data covering psychiatric diagnoses and causes of death among the nation’s 7.2 million adults, from 2001 to 2008. During that time there were 615 murders; 141 of the victims had a mental disorder, The New York Times reports.

People with personality disorders were three times more likely to be murdered compared with the general population. People with depression were 2.6 times more likely to be murdered, while having an anxiety disorders increased the risk 2.2 times, and schizophrenia, 1.8 times.

The Stanford University researchers noted that while the issue of homicide by people with mental disorders has received much attention, their risk of being a victim of homicide has rarely been examined.

The study appears in the British Medical Journal.

Washington Senate Approves Bill Permitting Alcohol Tasting in College Classes

By Join Together Staff | March 12, 2013 | Leave a comment | Filed in Alcohol, Community Related, Legislation, Young Adults & Youth

A bill that would allow college students under the legal drinking age to taste alcohol in classes was approved by the Washington state Senate, according to the Associated Press. The bill applies to culinary, beer technology and similar college programs.

Students have to be at least 18, and supervised by faculty or staff at a technical or community college. The bill states they can taste—but not consume—the alcohol, the AP reports.

The proposal would improve these educational programs, the bill’s supporters say. A senator who opposed it, Jim Hargrove, said he is concerned the measure is the first step on the road to lowering the drinking age and expanding access to alcohol.

The bill will now be considered by the state House.

EXPANDING YOUR RECOVERY TOOLKIT

Good Afternoon!

There has been a change on one of the topics for the next “Expanding Your Recovery Toolkit” program on:

Tuesday, March 19^th

7:00 – 8:30pm

At The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc.

252 W. Swamp Road, Bailiwick Unit 12, Doylestown, PA 18901

Please pass along the REVISED flyer attached here!! Sorry for any confusion.

PLEASE REGISTER if you plan on attending by contacting me at 215-345-6644 x3122 or shooting me an email at jschwartz@councilsepa.org. Also, if you do register ahead and your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, PLEASE contact me!! We do plan for food and we are working with a very limited budget. Thank you in advance for your respect and understanding!

I look forward to seeing you all on the 19^th!