A Note from the Executive Director |
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As the days grow shorter and the nights grow longer, any bit of light we can find is welcome; this is an apt metaphor for the work that SBHCs are doing during this long and grievous pandemic. Please know, as we bring 2021 to a close, that the staff and Board of NMASBHC are grateful for all that SBHCs and their partners continue to do to fight for the health and education of New Mexico's children!
As 2022 begins, we will continue to work for the expansion of school-based health centers as a critical tool for the improved health and educational outcomes needed for our communities. Please watch for announcements in January regarding a planning grant application for SBHC expansion AND a bill for expanded SBHC funding for the 2022 NM legislative session.
For now, please read on to learn about important upcoming events, resources and opportunities that we hope will be of use to you.
Sending you light and love in this special season,
Nancy Rodriguez, nancy@nmasbhc.org
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We are now taking submissions for the 2022 Calendar. We would love to see your creative SBHC team photos.
Please submit photos by December 6, 2021. Reminder that youth under the age of 18 need a parental media consent form to be submitted.
Thank you for your participation!
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FREE Supply Opportunity for SBHCs! Promotional Materials OR Hygiene Supplies
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NMASBHC wants to help you start off on the right foot this school year, and we've heard from many SBHCs that two of their greatest needs are for marketing support and supplies to meet student needs. NMASBHC is able to provide these resources for FREE to your SBHC.
For those who have completed the form, our staff will be contacting you soon.
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Project ECHO for SBHCs:
Join the Community of Practice!
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Dec 14: Early Intervention in Psychosis |
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NMASBHC is collaborating with UNM Project ECHO, OSAH and other partners to create an educational and professional development community of practice for SBHCs in New Mexico.
Sessions began on June 29, 2021 and will extend through May of 2022.
Sessions are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM.
December 14 - Early Intervention in Psychosis, presented by Dawn Halperin & Bess Friedman, MSc
We hope that the community of practice that is created will help SBHCs thrive during the transitions that the pandemic has necessitated. Continuing education available for free!
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We need your feedback and participation! |
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We would like to increase participation and provide additional support to SBHCs by improving the ECHO sessions. We would love your feedback and input as we plan for the Spring semester. Would you prefer a different time of day? Do you have capacity? Email us with your feedback or complete the survey at the link below.
Please complete this quick survey:
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RFP Opportunity
SBHA & No Kid Hungry Campaign
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The School-Based Health Alliance, in partnership with Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign, will award up to 10-14 School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) $25,000 each to plan, implement, and record the results of programming to address access to healthy foods as part of your school-based health center’s preventative services. Awardees will receive monthly virtual coaching throughout 2022, evaluate and share findings with a network of peers, participate in a national case study toolkit, gain access to subject-matter expertise, and serve as a community leader addressing food insecurities.
Applications due January 7, 2022. Apply now: CLICK HERE
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Please join the APS Suicide Collaborative, Students, City Councilors, APS Staff and Partners, including NMASBHC, as they "Shine the Light" on Suicide Prevention. The group will be walking with a decorated bus in Albuquerque Twinkle Light Parade on Saturday, December 4th at 5:15 PM in Nob Hill.
For more info on the Twinkle Light Parade, visit the CABQ Website. |
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SBHC Partners Meeting - Fri Dec 17th |
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The Quarterly - Winter
SBHC Partners Meeting will be on Friday, December 17th at 11:30 AM.
Please check your emails for the Zoom link. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.
If you have not received the email with the Zoom Link, contact Wilma at wilma@nmasbhc.org
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OSAH Progress Reports Due |
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We hope you are working on your OSAH Progress Reports.
OP Progress Reports are due on December 15th.
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School Health Matters 2021 |
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Thank you for joining us for the SBHC Pre-Conference Intensive and for attending School Health Matters 2021!
You should be receiving instructions to get your continuing education credits and recordings. Check out the website at
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NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner Trainings |
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Please contact HSD at the email address below to get information about the upcoming trainings offered and to register for them if you need them. Seating is limited and space is available on a first come, first served basis. After successful registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that will include instructions on how to join the training on its scheduled date and time. If you have any questions regarding entities qualified to participate as PEDs, the PED certification process or for more information on training sessions being scheduled for future months, please e-mail HSD.PEDeterminers@state.nm.us or call 505-476-7151.
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Planning a Youth Vaccination Event?
Help is Available!
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New Mexico's school-age immunization rates are lower than in past, thanks to the pandemic. NMDOH and the Medicaid Managed Care Organizations are working hard to support summer-time events to ensure children get back on schedule with required immunizations. If your clinic or organization wishes to plan a special immunization event, the MCOs are willing to help and can send out outreach teams in person. Please let NMASBHC know if you need that support, and we'll connect you to the appropriate staff at Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, Presbyterian, and/or Western Sky Community Care. |
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Clinic Resources, Training Opportunities and Community Announcements |
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Reproductive Health Asynchronous Trainings
Provide 1.0 CME each
These recorded webinars on Moodle address multiple reproductive health concerns each providing 1.0 CME each after creating an account with UNM HSC moodle and completing the required surveys.
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Virtual IUD Practicums
If you or your team are interested in virtual IUD practicums, join us via zoom to receive hands-on, individualized training with 2.0 CME at no cost!
If you are from Albuquerque: Register at least one week ahead of time. We can set up a pick up or drop off for the materials! If you are in NM, outside Albuquerque: Register a month ahead. We can send you a box of everything you need with postage to send it back! Click to register.
Receive your materials and take the pre-survey! Let us know when you receive the materials via text or email! Join us via Zoom. Receive your one-on-one training with our clinical trainer. Take the immediate post-survey. Return the materials. We will set up another pick-up/drop off or you can send the box back with the postage provided! If you are an LMP site you get to keep everything for future practice. If you are interested in becoming a site email us!!! You will receive 2.0 CME in 2 weeks time! Take the post-survey 3 months later.
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NMIC Annual December Meeting - Dec 1-3 |
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The New Mexico Immunization Coalition Annual December meeting is coming up on December 1, 2 and 3.
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School Based Health staff are amazing, and usually know other caring, dedicated individuals.
If you have any colleagues interested in a position in the SBHC field, please share the following opportunities:
Medical Assistant 1, 2 or 3 - ALBUQUERQUE
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NMASBHC Social Media Giveaway! |
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As a special thank you to all of our NMASBHC supporters, our giveaway began Oct. 1st and ends December 15th!
Our social media platform helps us quickly share important information and stay connecting with our community of SBHC supporters, including YOU!
So, be sure to use the link below and complete all of the actions you want to earn entries. More entries = greater chance of winning!
The winner(s) will then have the choice to donate it to their local SBHC, so be sure to share this!
The giveaway rules and prizes are listed. If you have any questions feel free to email Irene Cantu (irene@nmasbhc.org) for more information
THE PRIZES:
- A Keurig Coffee Maker or Electric Tea Kettle for you or your local SBHC!
HOW TO ENTER:
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Use this link NMASBHC Social Media Giveaway (woorise.com) to earn entries
- If you are already following us on all platforms, or want extra entries, share your unique link (shown after completing the form) to get +1 bonus entry anytime someone uses your link!
RULES OF GIVEAWAY
- Giveaways open to NM residents only
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Giveaways will be open until 11:59pm on Dec 15th
- You can earn as many entries as you want by sharing with others within woorise
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Winners will be selected randomly & announced by @nmasbhc by Dec. 17th
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NMASBHC now has a Spotify playlist full of motivational music that we love. Be sure to follow us on Spotify to listen with us (you only need a free account to connect with us!): NMASBHC Spotify Playlist
Be sure to follow us on all of our other socials too, especially if you want to be the winner of our Social Media Giveaway.
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December Health Awareness Activities |
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National Influenza Vaccination Week Dec 5th-11th |
This year, as we are still battling the COVID-19 virus and flu season, let us all remember and stay consistent on practices that can continue to keep us safe, like handwashing (Awareness Week below!) and getting vaccinated against these viruses.
If you have not received your flu shot yet, or would like more information about the vaccines here are some resources:
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December 1st is World AIDS Day |
December 1st is World AIDS Day, a day to come together to end the HIV epidemic across the globe. We all have a role to play, so let’s stop HIV together by learning how we can make a difference.
The following are some resources:
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National Handwashing Awareness Week |
December 1st -7th is National Handwashing Awareness week! A week to remind ourselves the contribution handwashing has made and continues to make in keeping us healthy!
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Support NMASBHC this giving season! |
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Make a donation on our website or support as you shop! |
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