RSAC
REGIONAL SUBSTANCE USE COUNCIL
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Edition 105 | August 5, 2021
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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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Temporary Halt in Rental Evictions in Barnstable County
The CDC has instituted a new eviction moratorium that replaces the one recently expired. This moratorium is targeted to counties that have HIGH LEVELS of COVID-19, which currently includes Barnstable County. Read the latest alert from the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless along with preliminary details and updates on veto overrides and federal relief funds by clicking button below.
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New Social Media Channels for
Barnstable County Department of Human Services...
Be sure to follow us!
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Submission Link for our Newsletters
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Look forward to hearing from you!
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B FREE Wellness, Inc.
Find . Recover . Evolve . Enjoy
B FREE is a Wellness community that transforms people’s lives by providing free & affordable services
including movement + mindfulness +
coaching programs to those whose lives have been interrupted by trauma, addiction and oppression.
Our studio is located in Harwichport, at the intersection of 137 and Route 28 (across from the Shaws). We have yoga and fitness classes, speciality workshops that support mental health and trauma, Refuge Recovery (a Buddhist's approach to recovery support group), yoga and coaching trainings, and we offer therapy and coaching for individual clients. We have a variety of events and new programs that will be launching this September!
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Volunteers Needed! Emerald Therapeutic Riding Center in Brewster
Due to our growing program, we are in need of additional volunteer support. Without the dedication, loyalty and hard work of our volunteers, it would be impossible for us to fulfill our mission. There are many reasons why people volunteer with us, but all provide the chance to join a thriving, nurturing community whose goal is to positively impact the lives of others.
Volunteers assist us by leading horses (horse handlers) or walking beside students (side walkers) during classes. Volunteers should be willing to commit to 2 hours, the same day and time each week, and are required to attend our introductory volunteer orientation and training session.
If you think you may be interested in helping out and would like us to give you a call to discuss this further, please Call Nancy Sheridan at 508-896-0064 or go to http://www.EmeraldHollow.org
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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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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
Registration is now open for this year’s Survivor Day
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Introducing a New Program "It's Real: Teens and Mental Health"
By featuring real stories and experiences, It’s Real conveys that depression and other mental health conditions are real illnesses that can be managed through specific treatments and interventions. It encourages students to be mindful of the state of their mental health, to acknowledge and recognize when they are struggling, and to take steps to seek help.
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COVID-19 NOTICES / RESOURCES |
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Summer Food Service Program
The Summer Food Service Program is a Federally-Funded Nutrition Program that Provides Free Meals to Children ages 18 & under when School is not in Session.
Please see flyer below for listing of meal distribution sites on the Cape.
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Food Access Cape Cod
The Barnstable County Cooperative Extension has compiled information on programs and sites in Barnstable County where prepared meals and pre-bagged groceries and supplies are available for pick-up.
Please see flyer below for listing of meal distribution sites on the Cape.
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Coping During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Cape Cod COVID-19 Response Task Force has collected helpful wellness resources for you during COVID-19. Please check back regularly as we add to these resources.
Each month we will highlight tools to help manage this crisis and identify for you web videos, articles, discussions, and resources we have found helpful. These tools apply to those of all ages, children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and elders.
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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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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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Transgender Social Support Group |
Group is open to trans, non-binary, questioning, or other gender diverse identified people ages 18+. You do not need to be a Fenway Health patient to join, and the group is free to attend.
Group via Zoom (5:30-7:00 pm) meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Contact Ann at aburke@fenwayhealth.org
for more information and Zoom link.
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Thrive! at CIGSYA - LGBTQ and Ally Center of Cape Cod Now Have Monday Events
The LGBTQ + group Thrive is for folks ages 13-22. We recently switched our weekly events to Mondays at 4pm. Join us virtually or for special in person gatherings with proper Covid protocols. Please feel free to join anytime! For details email kgarcia@WeThrive.us and check out our social media platforms:
Facebook | Instagram@cigsya | Twitter@thriveatcigsya
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HUMAN SERVICE DEPARTMENT INITIATIVES |
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HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP
PROGRAM
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REGIONAL NETWORK ON
HOMELESSNESS
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REGIONAL
SUBSTANCE USE
COUNCIL
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SHINE-
SERVING HEALTH INSURANCE NEEDS
FOR EVERYONE
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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT HOMELESSNESS |
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SUBSTANCE USE
RESOURCE GUIDE
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NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP & SUBMISSION GUIDELINES |
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SUBMISSION FOR NEWSLETTER |
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- Submissions will only be accepted using our online submission form.
- Submission buttons are located at the bottom of every newsletter and on the homepage of our website.
- Content Policy - Attachments must be in .PDF FORMAT ONLY please.
- We are prioritizing timely information on the ever-changing landscape of health and human services events and opportunities.
- Due to the increasing number of submissions to the newsletter, the Department reserves the right to limit the number of times a submission is published.
- Posting of articles submitted for publication in the Barnstable County Department of Human Services E-Newsletter is at the discretion of the Department. To request this newsletter in alternate formats, please call 508-375-6628.
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