Monday, May 20, 2019

Show Dad How Much You Care

Give a gift in memory or honor of your father, or someone who is like a father to you! Your donation will help a man, woman, or child in need and donations of $25 or more will include a tribute card that will be sent to the individual being honored!
 
Every Wednesday Shipley's Do-Nuts makes several of its delicious pastries available to the Shepura Men's Center, but we need a volunteer to deliver these wonderful treats!

We are looking for a reliable group or individual to pick up the do-nuts up between 6:30-7 p.m. every Wednesday evening and drop them off at our center.

For more information please contact Andrea at andrea@jimmiehalemission.com or 205-323-5878 x105.
Tony Cooper continues the Mission's 75th Anniversary Celebration & Appreciation Tour in June. The executive director will be making guest speaking appearances at the following locations:
  • The Cross at Clay Church - Clay, Ala., on Sunday May 26th
  • Refuge Church - Birmingham, Ala., on Sunday, June 2nd
  • Kingdom Life Church - Cullman, Ala., on Sunday, June 9th
For more information on scheduling Mr. Cooper to speak at your business or congregation, contact Terry at 205-323-5878 or email him atterry@jimmiehalemission.com
Royal Pines will host an Open House as part of the Mission's 75th anniversary celebration! Come join us from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 9th, for a facility tour and refreshments. Come see how your generosity is helping men overcome addiction and start life anew!

Royal Pines is located at 5 Guinns Cove Road  in Hayden, Alabama.
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Changing Your Tone Can Change the Conversation


Partnership for Drug-Free Kids via mta-bbcspool.convio.net 

Fri, May 17, 1:31 PM (3 days ago)
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Not Getting Anywhere Talking to Your Child About Their Drug Use? Try Changing Your Tone of Voice.
How do you initiate a conversation about your son’s or daughter’s substance use – particularly when you’re not very happy about it?

The most important thing is getting to an open dialogue. And by just shifting your tone of voice, you can be the one to introduce that lighter air, so you can build a bridge to a more productive conversation.

Watch Helpline Specialist Karla explain how to deal with your son’s or daughter’s substance use differently:
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Sticks And Stones May Break Bones... But Sometimes Words Can Stigmatize.

Happy Friday everyone!

You know how the saying goes:
"Sticks and stones may break my bones... but words will never hurt me."
Though, sometimes words can stigmatize.
1. Our Disease Is Just Apart of Us.

This week we had a big emphasis on "recovery language." The words "addict," and "alcoholic" can carry a huge stigma on us, put us into a box, and dehumanize us. When someone thinks of those words, they don't think of our other roles. Yes, we're not denying what our diseases, but we're also mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, homeowners, great employees, children, and good friends.

We had the great opportunity to have guest host and recovery scientist Robert Ashford, MSW join us to talk about this intense and complicated issue. I encourage you to take a peek. 
2. New York City is Banning Alcohol Advertisement

More than a year after the board of Metropolitan Transportation Authority banned advertising of alcohol on New York City transportation, the City of New York is banning alcohol advertisements on most city-owned property.

Find out the latest, here.
3. Rob Lowe is killing it.

The actor took to social media last week with an encouraging message to others struggling with addiction while highlighting his 29 years of sobriety. Many other A-list celebs commemorated him on his success.

Read up on our favorite sober heartthrob, here.
4. When Dual Diagnosis Is Left Untreated

In this weeks podcast, Stephen sat down with Chris. Chris takes us through the high-speed Police chase that led him to five years confinement at a mental hospital prison, where his bipolar started to become the worst as it ever had been - along with high levels of alcohol consumption. 
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5. What You Need To Know About PAWS

Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome, or PAWS, is a condition that is experienced by individuals with prolonged drug use after cessation of use. PAWS can last from a few months to upwards of two years, with each individual episode lasting anywhere from a couple of days to two weeks.

Learn more, here.
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