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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
Celebrating Families Flyer Apr-July 2013.pdf 565K View Download |
Thursday, March 14, 2013
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.
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 |
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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 |
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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 19th
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 19th!
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
Expanding Your Recovery Toolkit 3-19-13.doc 75K View Download |
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
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
Monday, March 11, 2013
PA Bill Aims to Prevent People From Other States Filling Painkiller Prescriptions
By Join Together Staff |
March 8, 2013 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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.”
Sunday, March 10, 2013
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.
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
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 NWWashington, DC 20004
Saturday, March 9, 2013
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Friday, March 8, 2013
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.”
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.”
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Louisiana Rules Welfare Money Cannot be Spent on Alcohol, Cigarettes, Lottery
By Join Together Staff |
March 6, 2013 |
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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
215-833-2512Fax # 267-988-4629
www.CLPRM.org
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Wednesday, March 6, 2013
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“Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.” (John 17:17 NIV)
The Spirit of God uses the Word of God to make us like the Son of God. To become like Jesus, we must fill our lives with his Word. The Bible says, “Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us” (2 Timothy 3:17 MSG).
God’s Word is unlike any other word. It is alive. Jesus said, “The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and are life” (John 6:63 NASB).
When God speaks, things change. Everything around you — all of creation — exists because “God said it.” He spoke it all into existence.
God’s Word generates life, creates faith, produces change, frightens the Devil, causes miracles, heals hurts, builds character, transforms circumstances, imparts joy, overcomes adversity, defeats temptation, infuses hope, releases power, cleanses our minds, brings things into being, and guarantees our future forever! We cannot live without the Word of God! Never take it for granted. You should consider it as essential to your life as food.
Job said, “I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my daily bread” (Job 23:12 NIV). God’s Word is the spiritual nourishment you must have to fulfill your purpose.
Talk About It
- How has knowing God’s Word transformed your life?
- Ask people what they do to stay in God’s Word. But also share with others what you do to stay in God’s Word. Learn from each other!
Rick Warren is the founding pastor of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, Calif., one of America's largest and most influential churches. Rick is author of the New York Times bestseller "The Purpose Driven Life." His book, "The Purpose Driven Church," was named one of the 100 Christian books that changed the 20th century. He is also the founder of Pastors.com, a global Internet community for pastors.
This devotional © 2013 by Rick Warren. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
The Spirit of God uses the Word of God to make us like the Son of God. To become like Jesus, we must fill our lives with his Word. The Bible says, “Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us” (2 Timothy 3:17 MSG).
God’s Word is unlike any other word. It is alive. Jesus said, “The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and are life” (John 6:63 NASB).
When God speaks, things change. Everything around you — all of creation — exists because “God said it.” He spoke it all into existence.
God’s Word generates life, creates faith, produces change, frightens the Devil, causes miracles, heals hurts, builds character, transforms circumstances, imparts joy, overcomes adversity, defeats temptation, infuses hope, releases power, cleanses our minds, brings things into being, and guarantees our future forever! We cannot live without the Word of God! Never take it for granted. You should consider it as essential to your life as food.
Job said, “I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my daily bread” (Job 23:12 NIV). God’s Word is the spiritual nourishment you must have to fulfill your purpose.
Talk About It
- How has knowing God’s Word transformed your life?
- Ask people what they do to stay in God’s Word. But also share with others what you do to stay in God’s Word. Learn from each other!
Rick Warren is the founding pastor of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, Calif., one of America's largest and most influential churches. Rick is author of the New York Times bestseller "The Purpose Driven Life." His book, "The Purpose Driven Church," was named one of the 100 Christian books that changed the 20th century. He is also the founder of Pastors.com, a global Internet community for pastors.
This devotional © 2013 by Rick Warren. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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