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In this Issue:
- News
- Events & Webinars
- Community Resources
- Los Recursos Familial en Español
- Family Resources in English
- Job Opportunities
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Spotlight On:
October is Substance Use Prevention Month
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As we enter October, we recognize Substance Use Prevention Month, which is a time to emphasize the importance of preventing substance misuse in our community. Prevention is a tool, a resource, and an active commitment to nurturing healthier lifestyles. Through education and awareness, we can encourage taking small, meaningful steps that will lead to making big, impactful change.
Prevention is possible when we focus on creating environments that promote responsible consumption or abstinence as the norm. Click the link below for more information about the terms use vs. misuse and the difference between risk factors and protective factors.
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Youth Summit 2024 | Neu-Life Community Development
Friday, October 18
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Neu-Life Community Development's Youth Summit is back!
The summit will be held from 5 to 8 p.m at Neu-Life Community Development, 2014 W. North Avenue, Milwaukee. It'll include speakers, dinner, activities, and contests.
Sponsors are Community Advocates Public Policy Institute, HIR Wellness Institute, Safe & Sound, and United Neighorhood Centers of Milwaukee.
To register your group (ages 12 - 18) use the link below to email Jody Rhodes.
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Sober-Curious Young Americans May Be Changing the Conversation Around Alcohol | NIAAA Spectrum | |
According to data from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 68% of adults ages 21 and older in the United States drink alcohol. At the same time, researchers believe that the recent "sober-curious" movement may be encouraging some people to reevaluate their relationship with alcohol and the impact that drinking can have on their health. | |
From Dry January to Sober October: Cutting Back on Alcohol | American Association for Cancer Research | |
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In the past decade, movements like Dry January and Sober October have gained traction. Motivations may include seeking better sleep, cutting calories, and for some, taking steps to prevent cancer. In recent years, a growing body of evidence has linked alcohol to increased cancer risk.
Just how closely are alcohol and cancer connected? Click the link to learn more about alcohol as a target for cancer prevention.
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New Hours of Operation for UpliftWI
A Division of Care and Treatment Services
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Open to all Wisconsin residents, UpliftWI is a peer-run warmline operated by Mental Health America of Wisconsin.
A warmline is a nonemergency source of support for people experiencing increased stress or symptoms from mental health and substance use concerns.
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UpliftWI is now available daily, including holidays, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. by calling 534-202-5438. | |
Applications Now Open for 2024-2025 School-Based Peer-to-Peer Suicide Prevention Programs | |
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Mental Health America of Wisconsin is offering a funding opportunity for elementary, middle, and high schools in Wisconsin. This opportunity is in addition to the Peer-to-Peer Suicide Prevention Grant through the Department of Public Instruction. With a focus on training Wisconsin students to recognize the signs of suicide shown by fellow students, peer-to-peer programs use messages of hope, health, and strength to develop peer leaders and resources for students who may be struggling. Applications are due October 11.
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The Evolving Alcohol Market: Tools for Coalition Advisory | CADCA
Tuesday, October 8
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CADCA is holding an upcoming Research Into Action webinar on Tuesday, October 8, at 12 p.m. The webinar will discuss recent changes in the alcohol market that pose risks, especially to youth, and introduce a free, user-friendly retail surveillance tool to help coalitions advocate for policy change. | |
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QPR Question Persuade Refer
Suicide Prevention Training
Wednesday, October 9 & Tuesday, October 29
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The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. The signs of crisis are all around us. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.
This two-hour interactive introduction to suicide awareness and prevention will also cover statistics and intervention strategies. Hosted by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute, it will be held via Zoom from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on October 9 and on October 29.
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Resilience and Thriving: The Secret Power of Stress
Thursday, October 10
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How well do you cope with stress? And can stress ever be good for you?
In this two-hour webinar, participants will be able to:
- Identify the early warning signs of stress, types of stress, and effects of stress
- Understand positive and negative coping styles, plus your personal coping style
- Learn specific skills to cope well with and thrive from stress
This session is offered by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute and will be held via Zoom from 9 to 11 a.m. on October 10.
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Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Listening Session | Ujima
Friday, October 11
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Ujima, The National Center on Violence Against Women in the Black Community, invites you to join a listening session. This will be a collective conversation about domestic violence in our communities.
Who should attend: Black survivors of domestic violence, community leaders and advocates, faith-based leaders, non-profit leaders, any community members.
This session is being held from 5 to 7 p.m. at 3328 W. Villard Ave., Milwaukee.
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Professional Boundaries | Northeast & Caribbean ATTC (Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network)
Friday, October 11
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Professional boundaries set the parameters of effective and appropriate interaction between professionals and the people they serve. Boundaries protect clients and patients as well as providers. This interactive course will discuss professionalism and ethics, dual relationships, and how to build a safe working environment.
This conference will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Zoom.
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Free Neighborhood Health Outreach
Saturday, October 12
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City on a Hill's Free Neighborhood Health Outreach Days are all about bringing access to health care and health education to our Milwaukee community.
Free services include a free bag of groceries and hygiene items, health screenings and clinical breast exams, a hot meal, and more!
Neighborhood Health Outreach days are on the second Saturday of every month at City on a Hill at 2224 W. Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee.
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Divulgación gratuita de salud vecinal
Sábado 12 de octubre
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Los Días Gratuitos de Promoción de la Salud en los Vecindarios tienen como objetivo brindar acceso a la atención médica y la educación sobre la salud a nuestra comunidad de Milwaukee.
Servicios gratuitos que incluyen una bolsa gratis o comestibles y artículos de higiene, exámenes médicos y exámenes clínicos de los senos, una comida caliente y más.
Los días de extensión de salud vecinal son el segundo sábado de cada mes en City on a Hill en 2224 W. Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee.
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The Zilber Family Foundation Presents: It's Basic
Tuesday, October 15
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Q: What's the solution to poverty?
A: Money.
IT'S BASIC takes a look at U.S. basic income pilot programs that test the effects of giving people an extra $500 to $1,000 monthly, with no strings attached. The film highlights the real-life challenges participants face while trying to make ends meet, placing them at the heart of the documentary.
The screening will be at the Oriental Theatre, 2230 North Farwell Ave., Milwaukee, at 7 p.m.
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Adult Mental Health First Aid
Wednesday, October 16
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Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. This session is offered by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute and will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 16. Registration closes on October 9.
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ECOM Workshop:
Human Trafficking, Exploitation & Sex Work
Wednesday, October 16
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The Empowerment Coalition of Milwaukee (ECOM) is a monthly gathering of social services professionals, advocates, and consumers organized by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute. ECOM explores topics that are vital to Milwaukee’s human services professionals. This month's topic is Human Trafficking, Exploitation & Sex Work.
This workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on October 16; location TBD. Fee is $5 for light refreshments and materials and can be paid via credit card. Registrations are not refundable. Kindly make sure to RSVP by October 11.
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2024 Wisconsin Self-Determination Conference
October 21-23
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The Self-Determination Conference is one of Wisconsin’s biggest events for people with disabilities and the people who support them. Last year, over 800 people attended the conference. Your support will help provide scholarships, interpreter and translation services, technology and a high-quality in-person experience. Please help the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities continue to empower Self-Advocacy and Self-Direction in Wisconsin. The conference will be held from October 21 through October 23 at Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells.
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Verbal De-Escalation Techniques
Tuesday, October 22
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During this virtual workshop from Community Advocates Public Policy Institute, you will learn how to increase safety by utilizing verbal de-escalation techniques. Participants will explore foundational information on how to reduce the level of conflict through self-knowledge, understand how past experiences influence current behavior, and practice de-escalation. It will be held via Zoom from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on October 22. | |
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Data Day 2024
Wednesday, October 23
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Data Day is an annual event, hosted by Data You Can Use, which provides an opportunity for leaders from neighborhoods, nonprofits, universities, the public sector, and beyond to better understand what data are available, the implications of data on community revitalization, and how to increase connections between research and practice. | |
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This year, Community Advocates Public Policy Institute's Charlie Leonard, City of Milwaukee Tobacco-Free Alliance Coordinator, is presenting on "Commercial Tobacco, Cannabis, & Delta-8 Use in the LGBTQI+ Community." | |
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Drug Take Back Day
Saturday, October 26
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October 26 marks National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. It is an opportunity to safely dispose of unused or unwanted prescription medication to help protect the people around you and your environment.
Use the link below to learn more about how you can participate in Drug Take Back Day, what you can bring, and find additional collection sites near you!
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Ask-Offer-Ask, A Way of Offering Information & Feedback That Builds Rapport | Northeast & Caribbean ATTC (Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network)
Tuesday, October 29
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This skill-focused Learning Community conversation defines and demonstrates a way of engaging that considers the worker-task of providing information and/or feedback to people receiving services. This method of collaborative conversation can prevent disconnection, pushback and increase engagement.
This conference will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. via Zoom.
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Hey, there,
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Job openings?
- Upcoming events?
- News to share?
- Suggestions?
Forward the information to Prevention@CommunityAdvocates.net.
Thank you for your service to Milwaukee!
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Love is Respect
A project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, love is respect offers 24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships. It also provides support to concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, and other service providers through the same free and confidential services via phone, text, and live chat. Learn more.
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Los Recursos Familial en Español | |
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Love is Respect
Love is respect es el recurso nacional para detener y prevenir las relaciones poco saludables y la violencia de pareja mediante el empoderamiento de los jóvenes a través de la educación, el apoyo y recursos inclusivos y equitativos.
El Consejo de Jóvenes de love is respect se creó en el 2020 como una forma de involucrar a la juventud de 13 a 16 años de forma directa, para que sus experiencias y necesidades en torno a relaciones saludables y a la prevención de la violencia en el noviazgo fuera representada en el trabajo de love is respect. Aprende más
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Escucha tus Emociones
En 2022, con el apoyo del Community Advocates Public Policy Institute y el patrocinio de Better Ways to Cope, una iniciativa del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos del Condado de Milwaukee, “Escucha Tus Emociones // Listen to Your Emotions” realizó su primera capacitación integral sobre salud mental y emocional en español. Con capacitación diseñada e implementada por la psicoterapeuta bilingüe Ana Paula Soares, Escucha Tus Emociones es una iniciativa comunitaria gratuita que brinda información y educación cultural y lingüísticamente apropiada para la comunidad de habla hispana.
Utilizando un enfoque holístico, más de 60 promotores de salud, líderes comunitarios y profesionales de la salud han sido capacitados en temas relevantes para la comunidad latina, como el impacto de la inmigración, la aculturación y la discriminación en la salud mental y emocional. La capacitación permite a los profesionales de la salud ofrecer Pláticas gratuitas en la comunidad, ayudando a reducir el estigma y apoyando a nuestra comunidad Latinx aumentando el acceso a servicios de salud mental y emocional.
Obtenga más información.
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Healthy MKE
De Milwaukee Health Care Partnership y Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services, el sitio web Healthy MKE ofrece una única fuente de información para los servicios públicos y privados en el condado de Milwaukee, donde los proveedores y los miembros de la comunidad pueden obtener la información que necesitan para ayudarse a sí mismos o a otros. Accede a ellos aquí.
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Programa de intervención familiar (FIP)
Objetivo del programa de intervención familiar es eliminar importantes barreras que impiden latinos y afroamericanos individuos y familias de buscar servicios de asesoría tradicional. Este programa de manejo de caso intensivo, basado en el hogar, enfoque familiar ofrece servicios de apoyo a las familias que luchan con el impacto de la adicción a la sustancia y la violencia doméstica. Servicios son proporcionados sin costo a la familia. Para obtener más información sobre el programa de intervención familiar, por favor llame a 414-270-4600. Aprende más.
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Family Resources in English | |
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A Parent's Guide to Identifying and Preventing Teen Dating Violence | Break the Cycle
Teen dating violence is an harsh reality no parent wants to face, but given that every 1 in 12 teens will experience physical or sexual dating violence, it's crucial to be prepared and know the signs. This guide can help you recognize the signs of dating violence, understand how to prevent it, and provide practical advice for having these necessary conversations with your teen. View the guide here.
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Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Substance Use Prevention | Get Smart About Drugs
This guide offers information that can help you raise children who understand the risks of substance use. The guide includes an overview of substance use among children, youth, and young adults; descriptions of some substances young people may use; a look at risk factors that may make children, youth, and young adults try alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs, and protective factors that help offset those risks; suggestions for how to talk to young people about alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, tailored to their age group; and tips on what to do if you suspect your child is using alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs. Click here to download the publication.
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Positive Options for Women Entering Recovery
Are you worried about your drinking or drug use? You aren’t alone. The Positive Options for Women Entering Recovery (POWER) is here to help. The Milwaukee Women’s Center’s POWER provides FREE day treatment for women struggling with alcohol and other drug issues. Click here to learn more or call 414-270-4600 to get help.
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Family Intervention Program (FIP)
Struggling with drug and alcohol use can make you feel alone. Not being able to find a counselor who understands your unique treatment needs can make things even harder. The Family Intervention Program is a no-cost, bilingual English and Spanish drug and alcohol treatment program specifically designed for Black and Latinx individuals and families in Milwaukee. To learn more about the Milwaukee Women’s Center’s Family Intervention Program, please call 414-270-4600 or click this link.
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