MCSAP Newsletter
Week of May 4th, 2020
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Dear Coalition Members,
Thank you for reading another edition of the
Milwaukee County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition
(MCSAP) Prevention Newsletter! Our goal is to keep you informed of upcoming events, current resources, prevention best practices and partner announcements as we adapt to our new norm. We are aware that these are trying times and will do our best to share the most up to date information and resources. Please keep us informed on your organization's/coalitions upcoming events and/or changes to services.
Yours In Prevention,
MCSAP Coordinator
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Open For Services During The Pandemic
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During this time of “Safer at Home” we know that many LGBTQ people are experiencing increased isolation and illness. We share a sense of collective uncertainty as we all struggle to navigate this pandemic together. In recognition of these challenges, we want to provide you with a snapshot of what we are doing here at Diverse and Resilient to promote the safety, health, and well-being of LGBTQ people in our communities. We are committed to safety planning with individuals, connecting people to resources, and being creative in our efforts toward helping people feel less alone and more connected, throughout this crisis. We have advocates working remotely able to help QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, POC, GNC) and the larger LGBTQ+
community connect to care.
For a full list of the services that Diverse and Resilient are providing during this challenging time; take a look at their latest
newsletter
If you have additional questions or need support please contact;
Gerry Coon
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For 50 years, Pathfinders has brought safety, hope and healing to youth facing homelessness, sexual abuse, exploitation and trafficking, crisis and other trauma through innovative and transformational services. Our mission is "empowering youth - changing lives." Our vision is to provide a more meaningful voice for youth in crisis and ensure that all youth are safe, healthy, independent, successful and valued. Pathfinders offers a wide array of services for youth experiencing trauma, crisis, homelessness and housing instability through direct service, harm reduction and prevention supports. Providing assistance to help find, secure and sustain safe housing for homeless or at-risk homeless, low income, special needs and LGBTQ+ youth.
Pathfinders is operating during these challenging times:
Drop-In Center (ages 11-25)
Tuesday and Thursday 11a-5p
Wednesday and Friday 2-9
4200 N. Holton Street, Milwaukee, WI. 53212
Suite 400
*Youth Shelter is open 24/7 (ages 11-17)
1614 E. Kane St., Milwaukee, WI 53212
*Street Beat Street Outreach (ages 11-25) still operating
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The Parenting Network
has closed its in-person, group-based classes due to the COVID-19 epidemic. However, they have several programs that are still operating under the CDC guidelines:
1) Our Parent Helpline, 414-671-0566, is being answered 24/7 by Parenting Network staff. It remains our first line of service for parents in crisis or looking for support.
2) Our Positive Parenting class is moving to ZOOM this week. Parents interested in finishing their parenting classes or starting a series are welcome to join. We need an email address and the parent will need an access to the internet via their phone, computer, or another device. Dad Matters participants may also join into this Zoom class. Call our helpline for details!
Parents seeking one on one coaching with one of our accredited Triple P coaches can also set up virtual meetings through Zoom. Email Sue Volkman at
svolkman@theparentingnetwork.org
or call the Helpline for details.
4) TPN Staff with our Parent Café programs are staying connected with Parent Leaders and Participants using WHATSAPP. Staff are working to set up condensed Café's using ZOOM. We will let you know as soon as it becomes available.
5) Our RELAX Alternatives to Anger class will be moving to Zoom in the coming weeks. To join the class, again contact the Helpline and be sure to leave an email address so that we can contact you with the details.
6) For any questions, you can email the Parent Helpline at
helplineg@theparentingnetwork.org
. You may also continue to refer parents to our online programming through the phone or email.
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Health Services During COVID-19
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DIALOGUE4HEALTH- May 6th, 2020
Mental Health and COVID-19: How the Pandemic Complicates Current Gaps in Care and What Can Be Done
U.S. ALCOHOL POLICY CONTROL- May 8th, 2020
PREVENTION 101 (TWO DAY WEBINAR)- May 12th & May 13th
YOU CAN'T STOP WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW- May 7th-June 8th
PREVENT UNDERAGE DRINKING: HAVE SMALL TALKS
MILWAUKEE RECREATION "Rec-At-Home" Virtual Courses
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National Prevention Week (NPW) is a public education platform that promotes prevention year-round through providing ideas, capacity building, tools, and resources to help individuals and communities make substance use prevention happen every day.
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May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
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Take A Check Up From The Neck Up
Tools To Thrive
Staying Safe During COVID-19
Tips & Resources For Parents, Children, Educators and Others
Taking Care Of Your Behavioral Health
American Psychiatric Association
At Home Wellness, Cooking With The Family, Family Activities
Tips For Social Distancing
Mental Health Month 2020 - Toolkit Download
Reducing Stigma
Stress And Coping
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The bi-monthly MCSAP meetings are scheduled for the following dates.
More details to follow.
- May 21st, 2020 (Virtual Meeting, "Mental Health During COVID-19" Presented by Jeremy Triblett) Stay Tuned For Invite
- July 23rd, 2020
- September 17th, 2020
- November 19th, 2020
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