Saturday, November 21, 2015

Partnership for Drug-free Kids
 
 New Campaign Asks Teens, “Who Controls You?” 

Last week, we unveiled a new multimedia campaign, which asks teens “Who Controls You?” The new spots illustrate some of the pressures they face, including peer pressure to drink and use drugs, issues with body image and bullying, among others.

The new work was created pro-bono by advertising agency, Hill Holliday, production company Adolescent and award-winning, social media influencer, Maris Jones, as part of the Partnership’s Above the Influence teen program.

Watch the full campaign >
 

Meth Awareness Week Kicks Off November 30

Meth Awareness Week will be observed Monday, November 30 through Friday, December 4, in an effort to combat the abuse and use of methamphetamine. This year’s theme, “Raise the Volume,” encourages participants to get involved within their communities to help amplify the message of choosing life over meth. Follow the conversation online at #MethAwarenessWeek.

Learn more >
 

Preventing Substance Abuse Among LGBTQ Teens

LGBTQ teens may be twice as likely to experiment with drugs and alcohol. Find out how families, professionals and policymakers can ensure that young people who are LGBTQ have access to the support they need.

View Issue Brief >
 

Welcome Gina Samson

We welcomed Gina Samson back to the Partnership this month as our new Chief Financial Officer. Gina will play an important role in shaping our financial future and leading the day-to-day operations as well as overseeing accounting, human resources and IT.

Read more about Gina >
 

On the Blog
Find out what you may have missed:

Yankee Fan Reflects on October Baseball, Loss & Ending the Silence on Addiction 

Which Candy is Which? Tricks, Treats and Talking about Marijuana 

How to Listen to Your Teen
 
 
 
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I found this interview from a few years ago...it is so enlightening...One of my mentors Rosalind Sedacca shared her wisdom on "Instead of asking Why is this happening to me, Ask why is this happening for me."
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10 Percent of Americans Have Had Drug Use Disorder But Many Go Untreated: Study - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

10 Percent of Americans Have Had Drug Use Disorder But Many Go Untreated: Study - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
Thanksgiving I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. For in him you have been enriched in every way—with all kinds of speech and with all knowledge— - 1 Corinthians 1:4 - 5 http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1Corinthians1:4-5&version=NIV

Friday, November 20, 2015

Calls to Poison Control Centers for Synthetic Marijuana Almost Doubled Since Last Year - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Calls to Poison Control Centers for Synthetic Marijuana Almost Doubled Since Last Year - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
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Volunteer for The Council/PRO-ACT !!

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Email or call Steve at 215-345-6644 x3006

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Email or call Karen at 215-788-3738 x100

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Email John or call 215-923-1661 
  
What is 
PRO-ACT?

Pennsylvania Recovery Organization - Achieving Community Together (PRO-ACT) is a grassroots advocacy and recovery support initiative of The Council covering Southeastern

PRO-ACT works to reduce the stigma of addiction, ensure the availability of adequate treatment and recovery support services, and to influence public opinion and policy regarding the value of recovery.
 Pennsylvania. 

For more information about PRO-ACT visit ourwebsite.

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Make CARA Count! TAKE ACTION!
 
The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) of 2015 is the most expansive federal, bipartisan legislation to date for addiction support services, designating between $40 million and $80 million toward advancing treatment and recovery support services in state and local communities across the country, which will help save the lives of countless people. 

CARA needs your support as it moves forward through the legislative process! Get into action and contact your Senator and Representative today and urge them to co-sponsor and support CARA!

Here is how YOU can take action:

  1. Call and Email your Senator & Representative and urge them to both co-sponsor and support CARA! Click HERE to show them your support.
  2. Organize a Community Listening Forum and other activities in your community to educate others about CARA.
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Click here to find out more. And TAKE ACTION. Together we can make a difference!

Mental Health Wellness Week: November 16-22, 2014

What is Mental Health Wellness Week?
A national public campaign on mental health wellness which will:
  • Promote mental health wellness and the benefits to both the mind and body
  • Promote the benefits of mental health wellness
  • Educate communities on how to implement mental health wellness into their lives
  • Encourage communities to facilitate programs centered on mental health wellness during the week
  • Make resources available to communities/potential audiences to be used in the promotion of a mental health wellness project/event
About Mental Health Wellness Week

During Mental Health Wellness Week, hundreds of organizations throughtout the United States will host events, programs and workshops designed to meet the unique needs of their local communities.

Mental Health Wellness Week was created by Freedom From Fear, a national non-profit mental health advocacy organization. Founded in 1984, Freedom From Fear has developed and implemented a variety of similar, successful public education programs centered on mental health concerns such as National Anxiety and Depression Awareness Week which takes place the first week in May and has been a success since its inception in 1994.

For more information visit http://www.mhww.org/wellnessweek.html.
Employment Opportunity with The Council
We are currently hiring a Full-Time Recovery Support Project Coordinator in Montgomery County.

Qualifications: Master's Degree in human service related field or demonstrated relevant experience working in the drug/alcohol and recovery field. Licensing and/or credentialing in the addiction field preferred. A minimum of 2 years organizational/supervisory experience. Knowledge of alcohol and other drug prevention with an understanding of recovery issues and peer based recovery support. Minimum of one year of successful and progressive experience in service/program delivery with a non-profit organization. Cross-cultural skills, and experience with culturally diverse populations. Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with general public; knowledge of neighborhood community, faith, social service organizations and businesses; empowerment and group dynamics skills. Must be able to work well with people. Knowledge of multiple languages a plus. Current valid Pennsylvania driver's license, insurance and vehicle. 
 
Affordable Care Act

Need affordable health insurance that supports long-term recovery? The third year of open enrollment began on November 1, 2015.  



You can now compare plans and apply through healthcare.gov!

Getting covered is essential for protecting both your health and your wallet, and now is the time to explore new plans to make sure that you are getting the most affordable and comprehensive plan for your health needs.

Don't go it alone this year when finding coverage! The Pennsylvania Health Access Network (PHAN) can help.  PHAN has trained navigators that can help-throughout open enrollment.  Call 877-570-3642.  Or visitpahealthaccess.org/gethelp.

Even if you previously enrolled in a plan, it is still important to update any changes that may have occurred, explore new plans in your area, and check out if there are any new health coverage options in which you may be eligible.
 
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

November 19 CHP 1 v 1-2 TWELVE STEPPING WITH STRENGTH FROM THE PSALM


Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers ,but whose delight is in the Law of the lord ,and who meditates on His Law day and night . (GODS BIG BOOK)


STEP 1 - We admitted we were powerless over chemical substances - that our lives had become unmanageable. 
 (AA BIG BOOK)


Take a real good look at the life your living. If it is hell on earth then maybe its time to make some changes. Small steps is what it will take to make that change. Lets start with my life is a wreck and I cant live this way anymore. You will discover on your own you will not be able to make that desperate change. God is with you all you have to is ask for His help over and over and over again. God created you and He loves and misses you ,so what are you waiting for . 

PSALM 32 v 8 “I will teach you the way you should go; 
 I will instruct you and advise you. (GODS BIG BOOK) By Joseph Dickerson







Monday, November 16, 2015

Single Energy Drink Can Cause Potentially Harmful Spikes in Blood Pressure: Study - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Single Energy Drink Can Cause Potentially Harmful Spikes in Blood Pressure: Study - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Federal Regulators Warn Makers of Kombucha Tea About Alcohol Levels - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Federal Regulators Warn Makers of Kombucha Tea About Alcohol Levels - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
There more ways you can find the more support on The Addict's Mom
1)The addict's mom has a facebook group with over 1.8,000 members https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaddictsmom/ this is a closed group meaning only you and the people in the group can see your posts.
2) The Addict's Mom also has a face book fan page with over 32,000 moms at https://www.facebook.com/addictsmom/Facebook Fan Pages are open groups.
3) Last but least the addict's mom has a chapter in EVERY state. Please make sure your local state chapter.
For instance I live in Florida so I would join the
TAM Florida State Chapter https://www.facebook.com/groups/TAMFlorida/
If you lived in New York your would join the New York https://www.facebook.com/groups/TAMNewYork/
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If you lived in Virginia you would put https://www.facebook.com/groups/TAMVirginia/
You get the point for any state put Https://www.facebook.com/groups/YOURSTATE/
Wouldn't it me nice to support and help one another. Also many of our state chapters need admins. If are interested email me at Barbara@gheaddictsmom.fom
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OMG I am thrilled TAM has just received another scholarship from New Beginnings Ministry!!! I am thrilled and honored beyond belief....
Hi Barbara:
Kadin from Arkansas has been awarded a minimum 60 day scholarship into New Beginning's recovery program. His mom is going to get him detoxed locally before coming to us. I had a nice conversation with his mom tonight.
...
Rev. Kev
Mechelle xxxxx
AKA Kadin’s Mom(TAM)
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xxxxxxxxxx phone
Kadin Still
Male
Age 22
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