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It's hard to believe that fall is nearly upon us, but here we are - facing September head on! It's been a busy end to the summer and we're looking forward to our upcoming HOPE Consortium Board Meeting on Friday, September 23rd.
Please note that we've recently expanded our mailing list to better promote the good work being done by the HOPE Consortium; we hope the information will be of interest to you. If you are interested in reading past HOPE Consortium Newsletters, the links are available in the Newsletter Archive section in this e-Bulletin.
As usual, if you have something you'd like to add to a future update, please feel free to contact Rachel Stankowski by email
or (715)389-3442. Similarly, for any questions, comments, or concerns about the newsletter updates, contact Rachel and she'll put you in touch with the person best able to assist you.
We look forward to seeing many of you very soon!
Ronda Kopelke, Director
Marshfield Clinic Center for Community Outreach
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Administrative Changes
Many of you are aware that as of Friday, August 26, 2016, Dr. Michelle Bensen resigned from her designation as medical director of the HOPE Consortium grant and the Family Health Center HRSA grant. We will continue to move forward with plans to establish outpatient AODA treatment services in Minocqua under the medical directorship of Dr. Celestino Balinghasay with a tentative opening date of October 1, 2016. We will be working to recruit additional MAT providers. Please join us in thanking Dr. Bensen for her service and wishing her the best. Watch your email for additional information from Sheila Weix about the grand opening of additional treatment services in Minocqua.
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September is Recovery Month
- From
Michelle Ruka
, Forest County Potawatomi
National Recovery Month is observed every September to help Americans understand that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with mental and/or substance use disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives. Each year, a theme is chosen and the 2016 theme is "Join the Voices for Recovery: Our Families, Our Stories, Our Recovery." Celebrating recovery, whether it is one day or 30 years, should be of vital importance to us all in the work we do. I strongly believe we should have more than one month out of our year to recognize and celebrate all the roads that lead to recovery. I was extremely fortunate to have two HOPE Consortium participants share their experiences with me in relation to the 2016 Recovery Month theme - here is what they had to say:
Participant 1
1. How has your family been affected by your recovery?
- We have become much closer
- My parenting skills have changed as in the past I was more of a pushover vs. now I have rules/expectations/structure
- I am able to initiate family activities with my children which has bridged the communication gap between us that clearly existed when I was using as I definitely isolated myself from others
2. How has your life changed since you've been in recovery?
- I am much happier
- I am learning how to take better care of myself both physically and emotionally
- I realize now how much damage my using did to my body but there are ways to cope with the pain that do not involve drugs
- I am learning ways to grieve some of the losses in my life and that addressing trauma is not an overnight fix but an ongoing process
- Establishing healthy relationships with others is very important
- I am able to make a "to do" list and accomplish tasks from start to finish
- I am able to enjoy life
3. What resources in your community have helped you to maintain your sobriety?
- Medical professionals such as physical therapists, chiropractors, massage therapists
- Medication Assisted Treatment/Care Coordination
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy groups through probation/parole
- AODA & Behavioral Health counseling
Participant 2
1. How has your family been affected by your recovery?
My children are happy to have mom home and to do things with them. My kids seem to be more settled and secure with me being clean and sober. I feel like they had been waiting a long time for this moment. So with their smiles and joy of my change I feel I couldn't go backwards and really I don't want to. I am happy being me.
2. How has your life changed since you've been in recovery?
My life changes began by being able to go through my emotions sober, to feel them and express it being real. Not a lie, or numb to not know how I am. I like to be alert and more aware of my surroundings, because I can see what's really going on in this world and go on living my journey with truth, honesty, loyalty, security, respect, love, and faith.
3. What resources in your community have helped you to maintain your sobriety?
The resources that have helped me and still are would be my spirituality: to have strong feeling and belief in my HP (higher power). God is in my heart and to keep my faith and not have fear is how I get through each day and each night. Seeing my children is a big deal and a huge help. I like to read and reading books actually got me through my days in the start of my recovery. I still read a lot as it really passes time and the calms my thoughts. Going to meetings such as NA (Narcotics Anonymous), AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) and being able to hear others stories is a great help, positive friendships, my probation agent, my AODA counselor, and groups. I know without all of those entities in my life I wouldn't be where I am now and the person I am supposed to be. I thank all of you for your support and not giving up on me.
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New Opioid Prescribing Guidelines
The US Surgeon General recently sent a letter to opioid prescribers regarding the opioid epidemic and new prescribing guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Both the CDC and State of Wisconsin (Wisconsin Medical Society and Medical Examining Board) have similar guidelines and the changes are in strong support of the good work that has been done by the Lakeland Area Drug Abuse Taskforce over the last five years. Marshfield Clinic Pain Psychologist Dr. Mike Larson and active HOPE Consortium member is pleased to highlight the new guidelines' clear emphasis on the following:
- Assessment of risk for potential abuse;
- Prescribing naloxone (e.g., Narcan) for individuals prescribed doses greater than 50 mg of morphine equivalent due to increased risk for unintentional overdose in the home by the patient or others;
- The need to discuss risk of long-term use;
- Lack of evidence that these medications provide clear benefit when used chronically;
- Use of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP);
- And use of language that discourages the use of oxycodone as there is currently no reason to believe oxycodone is any better than other medications used for the same purpose and it is highly sought after on the street.
It will be interesting to see how these new guidelines impact the work we do in the HOPE Consortium.
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A Warm Welcome to Micah Nickey
Forest County Potawatomi recently welcomed a new AODA Director to their team. Please join us in offering a warm welcome to Micah N. Nickey from the HOPE Consortium. You may remember Micah from his presentation during the Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma Informed Care training hosted at The Waters in Minocqua in June. Micah is a Sicangu Lakota and a member of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. He has over 15 years of addictions and vocational rehabilitation counseling experience as well as development of professional and para-professional training programs. He uses his life experience and vast knowledge of Native American principles and incorporates them into the Western style of teaching. At the grass roots level, Micah has assisted the communities he serves to develop holistic models that benefit the people spiritually, mentally, physically, and emotionally. He is a firm believer that we are spiritual beings and we must care for that fundamental dimension of who we are first. His personal work has helped many individuals find a strong sense of meaning and have a healthy identity. These individuals are able to find their center and balance and create good relationships with the people, places, and powers surrounding them. His work as owner of Nickey Consulting, LLC. has given state and federal agencies as well as small business enterprises and Fortune 500 companies the tools to create inclusive environments, improve their service delivery, and provide services in a culturally relevant manner. Micah holds a BA in Behavioral and Social Sciences and is currently pursuing his Graduate Degree.
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Nasal Naloxone Project
We are continuing to move forward with our plans to distribute nasal naloxone to first responders throughout the region served by the HOPE Consortium in an effort to reduce opioid-related mortality in cases of relapse and overdose. Nasal naloxone doses will be distributed in packaging that contains information about the treatment services for opioid use disorder available through the HOPE Consortium and where to turn for help. Nasal naloxone has been ordered and upon arrival, will be distributed in the context of training to first responders and law enforcement throughout the region. We plan to have at least one training event in each county. Please watch your email for more information about the opportunity to make nasal naloxone more available in your community.
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Training and Technical Assistance Survey
In January 2016, the Training Committee planned and has since offered three well-attended educational sessions related to ASAM assessment, neurobiology of addiction and opiate replacement therapy, and adverse childhood experiences and trauma-informed care. In order to keep the training opportunities coming, we're asking for your assistance to provide input into what future offerings should look like. Your input will definitely make a difference -- click
here
to complete the survey and feel free to forward the link to others throughout the region!
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Website Survey Update
Thank you so much for all of your thoughtful responses to our recent survey about the HOPE Consortium website
. Leila Deering reports that survey results were overwhelmingly positive and that additional changes will be made to the website to incorporate suggestions.
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Scholarship Opportunity
Scholarships are currently available for HOPE Consortium members to attend the 12th Annual Mental Health and Substance Use Recovery Training Conference on October 26-27, 2016 at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. More information about the conference can be viewed
here
, and don't forget - Kari Decorah, Katie Kennedy, and Jessica Krueger from Options Counseling Services/Koinonia Residential Treatment Center will be presenting at the conference on the importance of involving family in the treatment of substance use disorders, so you won't want to miss out! For more information or to apply for a scholarship, please contact JoAnna Giraud
at the Marshfield Clinic Center for Community Outreach.
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Roadshow Complete!
Once again, we cannot thank you enough for your hospitality as Sheila Weix and Rachel Stankowski traveled the Northwoods to visit all of our partner sites. As of Wednesday, September 7th and a great visit at Lac du Flambeau, the roadshow is officially complete! Sheila and Rachel are working hard to compile everything they learned so that we can share highlights with all of our partners and discuss it in depth with the Treatment Path Committee. A thank you to all for the Northern hospitality!
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Delicious Destinations
On a final, more fun note, Rachel learned (and learned well) that the Northwoods is full of amazing food! Having been treated to the miraculous rhino crunch from Lola's Lunchbox in Phillips, a beef brisket sandwich that was to die for at CT's Deli in Rhinelander, and the beautiful and delicious sundried tomato pesto at Tricia's Treasures in Crandon, all based on recommendations from the HOPE Consortium, she is happily taking recommendations from anyone else who'd like to share. And you can consider this little nugget a resounding endorsement for the three establishments named above!
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Upcoming Training Events
A number of training opportunities are available in the coming months through the HOPE Consortium, Northwoods Coalition, and the State of Wisconsin. For more information or questions about upcoming trainings or scholarship opportunities, please contact
JoAnna Giraud by
email or (715)221-8429.
September
- September 29 & 30
- Court Personnel, Emergency Services Personnel and Faculty Personnel, Hospital Personnel, Jail Personnel, Law Enforcement, Mental Health Professionals, Nursing Professionals: Mental Health, Jail and School Nurses, School Administrators, Social Workers, Substance Abuse Professionals
- Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, 1305 Kalahari Dr., Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
- September 29 & 30
- Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Pharmacists,
Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselors, Law
Enforcement
- The Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53706
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October
Training by:
Danielle Luther, MPH, Substance Abuse Prevention Manager at Marshfield Clinic Center for Community Outreach & Kathy Asper, Manager of Prevention Services, Arbor Place, Inc.
- October 3-6
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8:30am-5:00pm daily
- Prevention Professionals
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Hotel Mead, 451 East Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids, WI, 54494
- October 13 & 14
- 8:30am-3:30pm daily
- Educational Professionals, School
Resource Officers, Social Workers
- Sparta Area School District Administrative Center, 201 E. Franklin Street,
Sparta, WI 54656
Training by:
Thornton Police Department/North Metro Task Force, Colorado
- October 18
- 9:30am-3:30pm
- Prevention, Law Enforcement, Community & Tribal Leaders, Mental Health,
Treatment,
Human Services & Social Workers
- Northcentral Technical College, Auditorium, 1000 W. Campus Dr, Wausau, WI 54401
- October 19
- 10:00am-4:00pm
- Law Enforcement, Health Care & Prevention
- Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, 1305 Kalahari Dr., Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
- October 20
- 9:00am-4:30pm
- Policy Makers, Law Enforcement, Prevention
- Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, 1305 Kalahari Dr., Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
- October 26 & 27
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Behavioral Health Professionals, People in Recovery and Family Members,
Clinicians in
the Criminal and Juvenile Justice System,
Domestic Violence Service
Providers,
Adolescent Treatment Professionals and Educators
- Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, 1305 Kalahari Dr., Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
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December
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Collective Impact -
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Registration and details available shortly*
Presented by: Paul Evensen Ph.D.Senior Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at Wyman Center, St. Louis, Missouri
- December 12&13
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8:00am-4:00pm daily
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Prevention, Law Enforcement, Community & Tribal Leaders, Mental Health, Treatment,
Human Services & Social Workers
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Best Western Conference Center, 3340 Mondovi Rd., Eau Claire, WI 54701
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