Recovery Enhancement Classes at PRO-ACT PRCC

Greetings,

PRO-ACT Philadelphia Recovery Community Center is now having Recovery Enhancement Classes with the following topics:

Recovery 101

The Impact of Addiction on the Family

Self-Esteem Part 1

Self-Esteem Part 2

Decision Making

Time Management

Four Steps to Credibility

Employability

Spirituality

Sustaining Recovery

Please see the attached flyer and revised monthly calendar.

Thank you and have a great day,

Sean E. Brinda, MSW, CCDP Diplomate

Senior Peer Services Coordinator

PRO-ACT/Philadelphia Recovery Community Center

1701 W. Lehigh Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19132

Register for Recovery Walks! 2012 at www.recoverywalks.org

Phone: (215) 223-7700 ext. 105

Cell: (215) 828-6168

Fax: (215) 223-7707

1 (800) 221-6333 Twenty-four Hour Information Line

Email: sbrinda@councilsepa.org

www.proact.org

www.recoverywalks.org

PRO-ACT… Ambassadors for Recovery!

eNewsletter: March 14, 2013

ACTION ALERT! Congressional Addiction Treatment and Recovery Caucus Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH) and Congressman John Fleming, M.D. (R-LA) are the new co-chairs of the Congressional Addiction, Treatment and Recovery Caucus!  The Caucus works to educate and raise awareness among lawmakers about addiction prevention, treatment and recovery.  Please join them today in asking your member of Congress to join the Caucus.  Thanks! The Caucus was founded in 2004 to serve as a groundbreaking forum to inform, educate and raise awareness about addiction and recovery and to increase legislative support for expanding access to care for people with addiction. The bi-partisan caucus brings members of the House and their staffs together to focus attention on their shared interest and build support for policies that will support addiction recovery.  Take action today! White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) ONDCP invites people in recovery, family members, friends and allies to share their stories of recovery to testify to the power of recovery to transform individuals, families and communities.  You can check it out, join; upload videos and photographs to their new Facebook page Americans in Recovery. “Together, our voices have the power to galvanize and transform. By sharing and celebrating our stories we can help dispel the fear, misunderstanding, and stigma that so often create obstacles for Americans in recovery who want to live healthy, safe, and productive lives,” said ONDCP Deputy Director of Demand Reduction, David Mineta, in launching the new page. ONDCP Director Gil Kerlikowske will be delivering an important luncheon speech about the Obama Administration's approach to drug policy at the National Press Club on April 17, 2013.  You can submit a question in advance by putting KERLIKOWSKE in the subject line and email to president@press.org before 10 a.m. on the day of the luncheon. White Bison Trainings Join White Bison at upcoming trainings: Mothers of Tradition Training, April 2-4, 2013 in Minneapolis and April 9-11, 2013 in Sheridan, WY.   Mending Broken Hearts for Youth Training, April 16-18, 2013 in Minneapolis. Recovery Musicians We hear from many incredible musicians in recovery and are going to be featuring a few of them over the coming months. Award-winning musician and teaching artist Kathy Moser, a woman in long-term recovery presents two-hour interactive songwriting workshops that give participants hands-on experience writing and recording an original song on a recovery topic.  Participants get to help run the equipment, direct the session and perform and record the song.  Her songwriting workshops for recovering people are not only fun—they develop practical recovery skills.  She also performs at treatment centers, High School and Collegiate Recovery programs across the country.  According to Moser, “A sound track makes the recovery journey a little easier and a lot more joyful.  Music by and for recovering people is a celebration and a road map.”  Guest Kathy Moser shares her passion for music and recovery and the gifts that come here. 3,000 Miles for Recovery! Planning’s well underway for an amazing 3,000 mile walk for recovery that will take recovery community members from Bangor, Maine to Phoenix, AZ this year! The Walk kicks off on April 23rd from the Friends of the Bangor Area Recovery Network (BARN) recovery community center. To get ready, folks spent 3,000 minutes in an igloo to raise awareness and publicity; are hosting a fundraising event, all to raise funds for veterans with alcohol and drug problems and the BARN, where one of the organizers found recovery. Find out more on facebook and check out some of the great coverage on local stations here and here. National Hispanic and Latino ATTC The National Hispanic and Latino ATTC recently met with its advisors including (left to right) Faces & Voices board members Marco Jacome and Dona Dmitrovic, Mary Jo Mather, Cynthia Moreno-Tuohy, Viviana Horigian, and Luis García to define strategies to build capacity to address Hispanic and Latino substance abuse treatment service needs. Reel Recovery Film Festival The 5th Annual REEL Recovery Film Festival has issued a call for film submissions for 2013’s multi-day exhibition and recovery symposium showcasing first-time filmmakers and experienced professionals. If you, or someone you know has a documentary, music video, short, educational, or feature film dealing with addiction/alcoholism/recovery (behavioral addictions too),  please submit a DVD or internet link for consideration. They welcome films which portray and reveal true experiences, ideologies of all sorts from all cultural and social backgrounds. Mark your calendars for Las Vegas (9/6-9/8/2013), New York City (9/27-10/3/2013), Los Angeles (10/18-10/24/2013) and Ft. Lauderdale (11/1-3/2013)!  America Honors Recovery - Nominations due March 29, 2013 The America Honors Recovery Awards, hosted by Faces & Voices of Recovery and Caron Treatment Centers, recognizes 2013's most influential addiction recovery community leaders and organizations. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate individuals and an organization for their contributions to the growing movement to promote the reality of recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. Learn more. The Anonymous People Screening Faces & Voices of Recovery and Congressman Tim Ryan, co-chair of the Congressional Addiction, Treatment and Recovery Caucus, invite you to join us on April 25, 2013 for a screening of The Anonymous People in Washington, DC. After the showing of the riveting feature documentary about the growing addiction recovery advocacy movement and its history, a Question and Answer session moderated by William Cope Moyers will include filmmaker Greg Williams and other advocates in the film.  Congratulations! to Williams for receiving the 2013 Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery Advocate of the Year award for his work producing The Anonymous People and his other contributions to the addiction recovery movement. Resources Toward a Recovery-focused Knowledge Base for Addiction Professionals and Recovery Support Specialists, is a new monograph by William White and Arthur Evans. Addiction Recovery Communities as Indigenous Cultures: Implications for Professional and Scientific Collaborations, by William White, Arthur Evans, Roland Lamb and Ijeoma Achara-Abrahams looks at recovery mutual aid organizations and other grassroots, non-professional recovery support institutions as indigenous cultures and includes a checklist that can guide professional and scientific collaborations with grassroots recovery support organizations. The Restoration of Rights Project is a tremendous resource of individual downloadable documents that profile the law and practice in each U.S. jurisdiction relating to relief from the collateral consequences of conviction. The 54 jurisdictional profiles include provisions on loss and restoration of civil rights and firearms privileges, legal mechanisms for overcoming or mitigating collateral consequences, and provisions addressing non-discrimination in employment and licensing. In addition to the full profiles, there is a set of charts covering all 50 states (plus territories and the federal system) that provide a side-by-side comparison and make it possible to see national patterns in restoration laws and policies. Health Reform Source from the Henry J. Kaiser Foundation has everything you want to know about your state’s plans for health reform.    By our silence, we let other define us, share this with a friend! Check out our archived eNewsletters by clicking here. Remember to add info@facesandvoicesofrecovery.org to your contact list.     LINKS Website Take Action Donate     FIND US

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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

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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.

 

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!

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!

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

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Money Matters for Women in Recovery program

The next cycle of sessions for the Money Matters for Women in Recovery program are listed below and the flyer attached.  Please pass along the information to any woman you know that might benefit from this program.

Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30

March 27th- Financial Decision Making – Identify and examine personal attitudes, beliefs, and values surrounding the role of money in life and how to use this info to make financial decisions that support  short and long term financial goals.

April 3rd - Budgeting for Women – Build a foundation for economic self-sufficiency by creating and working within a budget based on one’s resources.

April 10th – Building and Repairing Credit – The importance of credit will be examined.  Techniques to build or repair credit will be the focus.  See how budgeting and good financial decision making increases the likelihood of building good credit.

April 17th – Nutrition on a Budget – Proper nutrition is a large part of recovery and overall wellness. What a body needs in order to function at an ideal level will be examined.  Eating healthy on a budget will be the focus.

Location: The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania

252 W. Swamp Rd., Bailiwick Unit 12

Doylestown, PA 18901

There is no cost for this program!

Please Register

Jeanne McDermott, CRS

Volunteer Coordinator

Central Bucks Recovery Support Services

PRO-ACT, The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania

252 W. Swamp Rd, Bailiwick Unit 12

Doylestown, PA 18901

Phone: 215 345-6644 x 3120

Fax: 215 348-3377

E-mail: jmcdermott@councilsepa.org

 

PA Bill Aims to Prevent People From Other States Filling Painkiller Prescriptions

By Join Together Staff | March 8, 2013 | Leave a comment | Filed in Community Related, Legislation, Prescription Drugs & Prevention

A bill introduced in Pennsylvania is designed to prevent people from other states from filling painkiller prescriptions there.

State Representative Brandon Neuman wants to amend state law to help prevent people from using cash to obtain narcotics by visiting different doctors and pharmacies in the state, the Associated Press reports.

“The dealers are moving out. Now pharmacies are seeing these customers with all kinds of sob stories from Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia and Tennessee,” he told the AP.

The bill would set up a Pennsylvania Accountability Monitoring System database, which would alert doctors and pharmacies when patients who have already received an adequate supply of opioids try to obtain another prescription.

Advocacy Group: Push for Peer Recovery Support Services in Essential Health Benefits

By Celia Vimont | March 8, 2013 | 2 Comments | Filed in Addiction, Healthcare, Insurance, Recovery & Treatment

Recovery groups should advocate for inclusion of peer recovery support services as part of essential health benefits that will be covered under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), according to Faces & Voices of Recovery. Peer recovery support services are delivered by individuals who have “lived experience” with addiction and recovery.

Faces & Voices of Recovery, an advocacy group, has produced an issue brief that explains how recovery advocates can support inclusion of these non-clinical services that help people achieve long-term recovery from addiction.

The ACA requires states to set up state health insurance exchanges, which will act like marketplaces, where each person can choose a plan that suits them. Through these exchanges, states must offer a core of what are called essential health benefits–services that will be reimbursed or covered by the new exchanges. Services for mental and substance use disorders must be included.  Each state can decide what specific services will be offered.

If peer recovery support services are offered as an essential health benefit, they will be covered by insurance or Medicaid, and organizations that provide the services will be reimbursed for providing the services.

According to Faces & Voices of Recovery, scientific evidence is growing to support the beneficial effects of peer recovery support services. To find out more about how you and your organization can advocate for inclusion of peer recovery support services, visit the Faces & Voices of Recovery website.

Drug Testing of Middle-School Students May Help Prevent Substance Abuse: Study

By Join Together Staff | March 8, 2013 | 1 Comment | Filed in Alcohol, Community Related, Drugs, Prevention, Research & Youth

Random drug testing of middle-school students may help prevent substance abuse, a six-year study of New Jersey students suggests.

Students who were randomly tested for drugs were less likely to use them in later years, according to the study, conducted by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey and Fairleigh Dickinson University. The researchers found drug use by students in grades 6-8 is relatively rare, Newsworks reports.

The study found that only about 1 percent of 8th graders say they have ever used illicit drugs, and only about 14 percent indicate that they have ever drunk alcohol, other than in circumstances where it’s allowed, such as religious ceremonies. Among students who were tested for drugs and alcohol, 6 percent said they had ever consumed alcohol.

Lead researcher Dan Cassino said when middle-school students are tested for drugs, they realize drug use can get them in trouble. He noted expanding random drug testing, while it might be effective, would be costly.

“We still see a spike around the junior year of high school,” Cassino said. “Once the kids get a car and get a job, all bets are off, and the rates of drug and alcohol use go through the roof; but that spike is much smaller among students who actually were randomly drug tested at some point.”

“These results show that student drug testing changes the environment of the school community and show they serve as an effective prevention strategy for the abuse of drugs and alcohol in their future,” Angelo M. Valente, Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, said in a news release. “This study proves random drug testing in New Jersey middle schools helps prevent substance abuse.”

Faces & Voices of Recovery and Congressman Tim Ryan,
co-chair of the Congressional Addiction,
Treatment and Recovery Caucus are proud to present
a Pre-Release Screening of THE ANONYMOUS PEOPLE

A FEATURE DOCUMENTARY FILM about the 23.5 million Americans living in long-term recovery, and the emerging public recovery movement that will transform how alcohol and other drug problems are dealt with in our communities.
 

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Doors open: 5:45 pm
Film: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Q & A: 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door

Located at the Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Metro Station on the Green/Yellow Lines

Event Location

The Heritage Center at The United States Navy Memorial 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004

Daily Recovery - Expectations, family of origin issues 03/08 by Cool AA Stuff | Blog Talk Radio

Daily Recovery - Expectations, family of origin issues 03/08 by Cool AA Stuff | Blog Talk Radio

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New start, new challenge

Carol Hardy believes if her local Minister hadn’t the confidence to talk about and support her battle with alcoholism, her life would have likely taken a very different course. Her personal experience of the importance of being able to turn to religious leaders in the community, and for them in turn to feel they have the ability to talk about addiction, form part of Carol’s main aims as she takes up a new post with Living Room Cardiff.

There has been a recent increase in individuals with addiction problems approaching the clergy and other church leaders for help and this is often the first time they have asked for help from anyone (NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals, 2007). However, there is a significant knowledge and skills gap among clergy in regard to dealing effectively with individuals who have alcohol, drug and other addiction problems. Some clergy lack confidence and are not personally equipped to help individuals deal with deeply personal and disturbing problems.

Carol, said, “Personally, I was fortunate. My Minister had a background in addiction issues. However, I know this was and is very much a rarity. The natural tendency amongst our religious leaders is to avoid getting involved in people’s personal business, but much of this is down to a simple lack of experience and confidence in dealing with addiction issues.

“Part of my first duties will be to make contact will all denominations in Wales to pilot a course on how to improve skills in discussing addiction. I am looking for any support to kick-start the pilot, but the aim is to create a framework of courses and a handbook, the first of its kind to be published in the Welsh language.

“As addiction problems increase, I want to ensure clergy understand the issues involved and are ready and able to respond appropriately in a timely manner.”

Louisiana Rules Welfare Money Cannot be Spent on Alcohol, Cigarettes, Lottery

By Join Together Staff | March 6, 2013 | Leave a comment | Filed in Alcohol, Community Related, Legislation & Tobacco

People receiving welfare benefits in Louisiana will not be able to spend the money on alcohol, cigarettes or lottery tickets, the state’s social services department has announced.

The regulations ban the use of welfare electronic benefits cards at liquor stores, strips clubs and gambling sites, in order to comply with a recently passed federal law, according to TheTownTalk.com. The Middle Class Relief and Job Creation Act, passed by Congress in February 2012, prohibits the use of benefits in liquor stores, gaming establishments and adult-oriented entertainment establishments. Louisiana expanded the rule to prohibit the purchase of tobacco, alcohol or lottery tickets at any retailer.

The rules apply to two programs that provide cash assistance to low-income families for food, clothing and housing, the article notes. Anyone who violates the new rule will not receive welfare benefits for a year for the first offense, two years for a second and permanently for a third.

It may be difficult to track violations, because money can be taken off the electronic benefits card through an ATM. State officials said they will rely on businesses and the public to report suspected violations of the rule. The state will also randomly review transactions for possible use at prohibited locations.

“Today’s rule helps ensure that the assistance being received is being used for the purpose intended – to help a family meet their basic needs,” Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services Secretary Suzy Sonnier said in a statement. “Today’s rule does not impact or hurt families who are using the benefits as intended each month, but instead target those who use the funds for purposes never intended by the program. This rule puts in place the type of accountability expected by the public, and is simply just common sense.”

CLPRM MUSIC FEST 2013 RAISING FUNDS FOR THE INMATE RELEASE AND RECOVERY SCHLORSHIP FUND

From: Bob Sofronski <bobsofronski@live.com>
Date:
To: Bob Sofronski <bobsofronski@live.com>
Subject: IMPORTANT CLPRM MUSIC FEST

Dear Ministry Partners and Friends of CLPRM,

The Conquering Grounds Music Festival we are setting up for September 14, 2013 is the single largest undertaking this ministry has ever attempted. Amazingly complex logistics,  that need to be fully developed, and expenses that need to be completely taken care of if this event is to be a success, while also serving as a genuine outreach to community. Remember this benefit event is to raise funds for the Inmate Release and Recovery Scholarship Fund. In order to make this all happen, we need to, first and foremost, commit everything to God as all our efforts at CLPRM are ALL about Him in the first place. Just as important, this event cannot succeed without each of you praying diligently, making the volunteer base available for that day, but Most Important, assisting us to obtain solid sponsorship, which will generate the funds we need to stage this entire day of activities. If we all pitch in, roll up our sleeves, and make this a real team effort,  Lives will be changed, the community will see Christ in action, God will be glorified and EACH of you who helped, even in a small way, WILL BE BLESSED!

Please check out the enclosed attachments, which describe our sponsorship packages in complete detail, and present this unique opportunity for everyone you can get them to.  People such as your auto mechanic, a nearby store or pizza shop that you always purchase from, a friend, a neighbor, or even your boss, just to name a few! We have carefully spent allot of time to put these together in a manner which is clearly explained, simple, effective and really sells itself. All you have to do is help us get the word out to as many Companies, Ministries, Churches, potentially interested individuals, and Organizations as possible by simply handing them a packet while letting God’s Holy Spirit take the seed that you have just planted and causing it to grow in the hearts of the potential sponsor!

We truly love each of you and value you far beyond what words can express. So together, we can make a difference in the lives of others who so desperately need our help. Sounds pretty simple, when you think about it. Just pray, have faith then take these few printed pieces of paper and simply give them, or even email them, to someone who may just be willing to help us, while promoting what they do in the process! Please make a list of those who you will need to follow up with. You won’t know until you try and, no matter what the result is, I GUARANTEE God will bless you in a mighty way just for making the effort!!

Thanks for taking the time to prayerfully consider what God may want you to do! We are so glad to serve with you and will always be here for you!  If you have any questions (or if anyone you give the sponsorship information to has questions or would like further information), please do not hesitate to contact me Bob Sofronski 215-833-2512 or my project manager, John Accunzo (267-701-2116) and we will get the answers and provide everything we can in order to make your efforts a complete success!

Have a blessed week!

Bob Sofronski

Chairman and Director, CLPRM

 
 

Bob Sofronski,  Chairman/Director

Christian Life Prison and Recovery Ministries, Inc.

PO BOX 1624

Southampton, PA 18966

215-833-2512
Fax # 267-988-4629
www.CLPRM.org

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New Meetings at the Dwier Center City of Angels NJ is proud to introduce a support group  for veterans which will kick-off on Thursday, March 7 at 7:00 pm at the Dwier Center - 392 Church Street, Hamilton NJ 08620. The meeting will be opened by Eric Arauz, who is a Navy veteran of Operation Desert Storm and president of AIE, Arauz Inspirational Enterprises, LLC.  "We are so fortunate to have Eric Arauz at our inaugural veterans support meeting. He is the author of An American's Resurrection, an internationally supported book on bipolar 1 disorder, addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and child abuse", said Pam Wilson, Executive Director of City of Angels. Everyday, more veterans return from Iraq and Afghanistan and while there are a variety of services afforded them, COA is offering a chance for them to just meet and talk to fellow veterans.  Assisting in coordinating the veterans support meeting will be COA's Lead Interventionist, Tom "Redneck" Clark, who himself is a Marine veteran. "In addition to Eric Arauz, we will have Rich Bulvid join us, as Rich was drafted into the U.S.Army out of high school and served in a Combat Infantry, Air Mobil Unit, 1st Air Cav. and was wounded se veral times, receiving the Purple Hearts (2), Bronze Star w V Device, Air Medal for Combat Air Assaults, CIB, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry", said Clark.      Other new meetings include a support group for those who self injure, each Saturday night at 6:00 pm and an NA meeting for women that begins at 7:00 pm every Tuesday night. For a complete list of meetings held at the Dwier Center and COA events, click here. Open House Videos The Effects of Addiction on the Brain.wmv City of Angels' 4th annual Open House was a huge success, with a full afternoon of speakers, information, camaraderie and of course, refreshments. If you missed some or all of it, videos of the speakers are now online. To watch keynote speaker and Trentonian columnist L.A. Parker discuss his journey of recovery, click here. For Launching Point founder Vicki Duffy discussing self injury, click here.    For Dr. Karl Benzio describing how addiction affects the brain, click here.

Tidbits   COA hosts support group meetings for both addiction sufferers and their families every day of the week at the Dwier Center (392 Church Street, Groveville, NJ). This includes 12-step meetings, a new Thursday night veteran's support group, Saturday night self-injury support group, Sunday night Spirituality Meeting, and the popular Sunday morning family support group, The Breakfast Club. To check out our online calendar, click here.     For directions to the Dwier Center, click here.      The COA website now offers an Addiction News Feed with the latest studies, reports, new and other info on addiction. It's updated in real time with the top 30 articles. To read the feed, click here.  New videos are up on the COA YouTube channel. To watch, click here.      Join COA's Pinterest community! To visit the boards, click here.          Keep current on COA activites - join the COA group on Facebook!  COA news is posted first on Facebook, and this page often has photos not available elsewhere. Click here to visit.   City of Angels NJ, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides many services to addicts and their families including interventions, recovery support, Family Program, counseling services and more. All of our services are provided at no charge.