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RSAC
Barnstable County Regional Substance Use Council
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Edition 95 | September 10, 2020
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Welcome to the Barnstable County Regional Substance Use Council (RSAC)
E-Newsletter. This monthly newsletter is designed to provide information on substance use across the continuum of prevention, intervention, treatment,
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Town of Dennis and Duffy Health Center Partnership to Provide Substance Use Disorder Support
The Town of Dennis in partnership with the Barnstable County Department of Human Services and Duffy Health Center to provide direct assistance for Dennis residents who are looking to learn more about substance use disorder resources.
A Recovery Support Navigator is available to offer advice and personalized assistance with treatment for substance use (including heroin, opioids, alcohol, cocaine, marijuana and other substances). The Recovery Support Navigator can:
- Provide support, guidance, and advocacy for recovery
- Provide information and referrals to inpatient and outpatient programs at other agencies
- Link you to providers at Duffy for treatment and counseling if requested
- Provide follow up
For support, please contact:
Nicole Hunter
Recovery Support Navigator, Duffy Health Center
(508) 776-8428
Messages can be left on this confidential voicemail.
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Cape Cod Neighborhood Support Coalition September 2020 Parent Education & Support Opportunities
Cape Cod Family Resource Center and Cape Cod Neighborhood Support Coalition maintains a monthly Cape and Islands-wide listing of workshops, meetings, groups and related programs for parents, grandparents, guardians, and primary caregivers of children.
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Census and Seasonality - Playing a Significant Role in Response Rates |
Barnstable County is lagging in its response to the Census (47.2%, compared to 65.1% responding in Massachusetts). Census responses are vitally important to our future, as our responses directly inform how more than $675 billion in federal funding is spent. This funding is allocated to communities to support public health, education, affordable housing, and more. All residents should complete the 2020 Census regardless of citizenship. Census information is protected by law.
Click HERE to see live map of self-response rate in Barnstable County by Census tract. The deadline for responding to the Census has been extended through September 30th, 2020. Please pass along this information and link below to your networks, urging all to respond to the Census.
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Community Agencies and Therapists Offering Telehealth Support |
The Barnstable County Children's Behavioral Health Work Group has developed a list of community agencies offering telehealth support HERE.
Please email barbaradominic612@gmail.com if you have additional telehealth support that you would like listed, or if you want to update your listing. This listing will be periodically updated and distributed by Barnstable County.
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Recovery Coaching - With a Focus on Health and Wellness
What is Recovery Wellness Coaching? Click on button below for more information.
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LifeSkills Training and Free Materials for MA Schools
The national LifeSkills Training website has added remote activities and projects for Life Skills Training (LST) trained instructors to use in grades 3-10. Many of them are available to LST instructors at no charge, and do not require additional training. As you know, the MA Department of Public Health continues to offer online Certification Trainings in this substance misuse prevention curriculum to schools that request the training, and meet our basic implementation criteria. The teacher trainings can be done at an instructors' own pace, over a preselected week.
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SAMHSA Training and Technical Assistance Related to COVID-19
SAMHSA is committed to providing regular training and technical assistance (TTA) on matters related to the mental and substance use disorder field as they deal with COVID-19.
Our TA programs are delivering great resources during this time. View the updated available TTA resources to assist with the current situation.
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SAMHSA’s 2020 National Recovery Month Webinar Series
National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with mental and substance use disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives. Now in its 31st year, Recovery Month celebrates the gains made by those living in recovery. Join SAMHSA’s Recovery Month upcoming webinar series:
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Interrupting Racism Levels 1 & 2: Amplifying Awareness and Interpersonal Engagement - (678) Training Scheduled on October 14, 2020 & October 15th, 2020
Day 1 lays the foundation for a common understanding of the breadth and depth of racism and its impact on all aspects of society. Experiencing the History of Racism Timeline in community increases awareness and commitment to racial equity. Day 2 teaches skills for respectful and equitable interactions to improve employee and client experiences.
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Virtual – Youth Substance Use and Co-occurring Disorders Training
Substance use disorders are most often accompanied by a history of trauma and mental health disorders. How can we promote recovery in all areas, especially when engaging with and treating youth and young adults?
This training examines the relationship between mental health disorders, trauma history, and substance use disorders in youth and young adults. We will review current data, trends, and complexities of these related developmental disorders and their implications for the recovery process. We will review past and current models of treatment for co-occurring disorders, highlighting integrated treatment. We will discuss the principles for treating co-occurring disorders and evidence-based practices for treatment. Peer support resources and the BSAS continuum of care for youth and young adults will also be reviewed.
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September is National Recovery Month
National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with mental and substance use disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives. Now in its 31st year, Recovery Month celebrates the gains made by those living in recovery.
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Responding to COVID-19: School Mental Health
Public health emergencies such as COVID-19 have a significant impact on students and their families, educators and the school mental health workforce, as well as the school mental health system. Addressing the mental health impact on students, parents, teachers and school personnel has become more important and necessary than ever before. The Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) Network recognizes this, and are available to assist the school mental health workforce by providing training and technical assistance to help during these trying times.
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Barnstable County COVID-19 Recovery Resources |
COVID-19 can be difficult for all of us but especially for those in recovery. This might be exacerbated by people unable to attend their normal support group meetings or other recovery supports. Please click on button below to find local and nationwide resources related to substance use disorder and mental health. You can also call the MA Substance Use Helpline anytime at 800-327-5050. |
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Calmer Choice Free Mindful Awareness Online Practice Groups |
Looking for more support in your mindful awareness practice? Check out these FREE offerings from Calmer Choice!
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Cape Cod Substance Use Resource Guide |
Asking for help is the first important step.
Alcohol and other drug problems are treatable disorders. If you want to talk with a knowledgeable Information and Referral Specialist now,
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