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There is a new term for how many Americans feel after more than a year of trauma related to the continuing pandemic and our nation's racial reckoning: languishing. Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist, recently wrote in the New York Times and other publications about the collected research on this concept. He describes it as a, "disrupted ability to focus" and "dulled motivation." If you are experiencing this lack of thriving or "languishing," please know that you are not alone and that NMASBHC is here to uplift and support you and your work. As you close out this school year and begin planning for a new one, please let us know how we can help you, and please join us as we continue (through many of the events and efforts described in this newsletter) to celebrate your work.
Speaking of which, a huge thank you to all who attended the April 30th statewide convening of SBHCs and congratulations to the Vision Awardees who were recognized then. These opportunities remind us we can be gentle to ourselves, cheer on our colleagues, and push through the languishing to be of service to New Mexico's children! We hope you will join us at our upcoming NMASBHC Celebration to do more of that (please see details below).
Wishing you resilience and good health,
Nancy Rodriguez,
nancy@nmasbhc.org
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You Are Invited!
2021 NMASBHC Celebration
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May 26, 2021
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join NMASBHC as we welcome our new board members, thank outgoing board members and recognize the many amazing people who continue to advance school-based health care in New Mexico. We will also announce the winners of the Annual Fundraising Raffle. All SBHCs, partners and friends are invited to attend.
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2021 Annual Fundraising Raffle |
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Win some great prizes!
The NMASBHC Board is excited to announce the 2021 Fundraising Raffle. We had to cancel our raffle last year due to the pandemic and the cancellation of the Head to Toe Conference. We have some generous donors and are able to offer some amazing prizes.
The raffle is an opportunity to raise some unrestricted funds to continue to support SBHCs in New Mexico.
Winners will be announced at the 2021 NMASBHC Celebration on the evening of Wednesday, May 26, 2021.
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Thank You!
Thank you to all the SBHCs that joined us for the NM SBHC Convening on Friday, April 30th.
We had some great presentations by Matt Probst from El Centro, Ashley Garcia from NMPED and Rebecca Torres from La Clinica de Famliia. We also had some important updates from NMASBHC, Apex and OSAH.
We also had an opportunity to highlight the 2020 Vision Recognition recipients.
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NMASBHC has been busy collaborating with UNM Project ECHO, OSAH and other partners to plan an upcoming educational and professional development series for SBHCs in New Mexico. It is our plan that the community of practice that is created will help SBHCs thrive during the transitions that the pandemic has necessitated.
Thank you for participating in the needs survey!
Please be on the lookout for our Opening Sessions, planned for July 2021.
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NMASBHC Technical Assistance |
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We have been working to respond to your needs by providing some resources and support surrounding Marketing & Promotion and Telehealth. Many SBHCs are making great strides and coming up with creative answers to these challenging times. We have additional resources on the NMASBHC Website and would love your feedback. Also, if you would like us to share your efforts with the field, we would love to include information about what has worked for you!
We also have been using our new Instagram page. We hope you were able to see the recent images and messages. Make sure you like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.
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SBHA Spring & Summer Sessions |
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The School-Based Health Alliance presents the 2021 Spring and Summer Education Series for School-Based Health Care Professionals, starting March 16, 2021, and running through August 31, 2021. SBHA will forego the traditional convention, and instead will offer multiple sessions and workshops virtually over the next five months, allowing for increased participation and low-cost CE opportunities.
Continuing education is made possible through the Weitzman Institute, the research, education, and innovation arm of the Community Health Center, Inc. The 2021 Spring and Summer Education Series will have up to 10 credits available. For every session you attend and evaluate, you will receive a credit. If you attend all 10 sessions and complete your evaluation, you will get 10 credits. If you do not need professional CEs, you may opt to receive a certificate of completion for the session(s) you attend and evaluate. The Series has a one-time fee of $50.00 for 1-10 CE or certificate of completion. There is no prorated rate for less than 10 sessions.
In support of improving patient care, this activity was planned and implemented by the School-Based Health Alliance and Community Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute and is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Additional CE credits are available for dentists, physician assistants, psychologists, and social workers.
2021 Spring and Summer Series Dates and Topics:
Session #1: March 16 - Listen and Learn
Session #2: March 30 - Listen and Learn: Mental Health
Session #3: April 7 - Trauma Informed Care
Session #4: April 21 - Mental Health
Session #5: May 5 - Innovative Assessment and Clinical Care in Telehealth
Session #6: May 19 - Outreach, Engagement, & Resource Connection Strategies
Session #7: June 16 - Reaching More Students Better: QI in Telehealth
Session #8: June 30 - Telehealth PlayBook
Session #9: July 21 - Child Trends Reproductive Health
Session #10: August 4 - Reaching and Treating Diverse Patient Populations (tentative title)
All sessions are 60 minutes from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EDT.
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SBHA "Be the Change" Youth Training |
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SBHA just announced the Save the Date for the next "Be the Change " Youth Training Program on July 26-29, 2021.
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The End of Year Progress Reports are open.
Apart from the normal questions, you will find an updated COVID-19 section and an SBHA supplemental data section which allow us to respond to SBHA's census for you.
The OP Progess Reports are due May 31.
Your data snapshots, including your performance measure data, will be available on May 25.
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OSAH 2019-20 Annual Report Now Available! |
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The NMDOH-OSAH Annual Report for 2019-20 school year has been published and is now available at https://www.nmasbhc.org/tools-resources/sbhc-data/. This overview document shares data and overview information for state and community leaders about the critical services being provided at those NM SBHCs which receive funding from the state. Please be sure to read and share this important resource.
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NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner Trainings for May |
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NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner Trainings are scheduled for:
May 19th 8:30am-4:30pm and May 20th, 2021 8:30am-2:30pm
Please contact HSD at the email address below to get information about the 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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Medicaid Policies and Updates |
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Do you need updates on current Medicaid policy related to the pandemic?
Advising HSD/MAD on shifting policies is an important opportunity for clinic's to share what is and isn't working. The BHSD manual will soon open for public comment.
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HSD Seeks Nominations for Primary Care Council |
The state of New Mexico has begun accepting nominations for the Primary Care Council until Friday, May 14, 2021 announced the Human Services Department. As outlined in House Bill 67 enacted during the 2021 legislative session, the Council is designed to: “Increase access to primary care, improve the quality of primary care services, lower the cost of primary care delivery, address the shortage of primary care providers and reduce overall health care costs” statewide. Primary care clinicians as well as individuals with a background in health insurance, healthcare finance, public health, government, and advocacy are encouraged to apply online at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9QNQZTV.
As outlined in statute, the Council will consist of nine voting members:
- One member from the New Mexico Human Services Department;
- One member from the New Mexico Department of Health;
- One member from the New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance;
- One member from a statewide organization representing federally qualified health centers, and;
- Five members from statewide organizations representing primary care providers or statewide health professional societies or associations.
Additionally, the Council will include 13 non-voting advisory members “representing healthcare and other stakeholders.” Among other duties, the Council will develop a five-year strategic plan to determine how primary care investment could increase access to primary care, improve the quality of primary care services, lower the cost of primary care delivery, address the shortage of primary care providers and reduce overall health care costs.
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and under the direction of President Joe Biden, the healthcare Marketplace is re-opening for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP).
From February 15, 2021 through May 15, 2021, New Mexicans can visit BeWell state’s health insurance exchange, to shop for health insurance plans for 2021. You can also call 1-833-862-3935 to apply or schedule your appointment here.
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Webinar: Learn How to Build COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence |
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Office of Minority Health (CMS OMH) will host a Building COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence Webinar on Thursday, May 13 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET.
Dr. LaShawn McIver, Director of CMS OMH, will share information and resources to help you address vaccine hesitancy in your community. Dr. McIver will be joined by Dr. Peter Marks, Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at FDA, who will give an overview of vaccines and their safety. This webinar will equip you to speak persuasively about the COVID-19 vaccine. Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and share ideas related to vaccine confidence.
Webinar Details
Title: Building COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence
Dates and Time: Thursday, May 13, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET.
Please note: You will receive an email with login information from GoToWebinar upon registration. If you do not receive an email in a few days’ time, please contact CMSOMHTeam@ketchum.com.
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Clinic Resources, Training Opportunities, and Community Announcements |
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Non-Contraceptive Benefits of Contraception
This webinar will discuss Non-contraceptive benefits of contraception, 1.0 CME offered at no cost.
Vaginitis and Contraception
This webinar will discuss Vaginitis and Contraception, 1.0 CME offered at no cost.
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An Evidence Based Training on IUDs and Implants
June 1, 2021 at 10 AM - 4:30 PM (MST)
Join us for an interactive virtual training to learn about best practices for provision of IUDs and implants! The training is certified for up to 5.0 CME/CE credit hours at no cost and open to all clinic staff. Click to Register.
The training is designed for health educators, counselors, clinicians, social workers and administrative staff, and we will cover topics relevant to all roles, including counseling, billing and reimbursement, as well as clinical information and patient eligibility.
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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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NMPED Hosts 4th Annual Virtual Town Hall Meeting to Support Young Families |
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2nd Session: May 5, 2021 (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
The purpose of the annual Town Hall Meeting is to gather young parents and supporters from schools, state agencies, and community-based organizations across the state to celebrate the success of young parents and share inspirational stories and experiences. There will also be opportunities to identify the needs and challenges that young parents face and recommendations to address these challenges.
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Please share this registration with young parents and those working with young parents. The first session was on April 28, 2021.
Questions regarding the upcoming Town Hall Meeting may be directed to Jessica Harper, Expectant and Parenting Youth Coordinator, at jessica.harper@state.nm.us or via phone at (505) 827-1816.
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Children's Grief Center of New Mexico |
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The Children's Grief Center is celebrating 20 years of services in 2021.The Children’s Grief Center (CGC) of New Mexico provides special support services for children, teens, young adults (ages 5-25) and their caregivers after the death of a loved one. During the school year, they offer peer support groups at the main location in Albuquerque and satellite location in Rio Rancho. During the summer and holiday months, they offer a variety of short-term services in various locations, including our Camp Corazon. Families are never charged for services.
The Children's Grief Center recently moved to a 13,000 square foot space on Carlisle, a space that will serve as a headquarters for multiple therapeutic modalities to heal the pain of loss. It will be called the Center for Hope and Healing. It is currently under renovation - Click here to watch a here's a 5 minute video.
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Breaking the Silence of New Mexico |
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Breaking the Silence of New Mexico (BTSNM) is a statewide nonprofit focused on destigmatizing mental illness and promoting wellness through mental health education and the arts. Over the past nine years, BTSNM has supplied more than 20,000 students, teachers, counselors, and community members with mental health education. We are passionate about providing factual, thoughtful information about mental illness to all New Mexicans, empowering them to care compassionately for themselves, their loved ones, and their community members, and providing them with tools and resources to support mental wellness.
Our middle school and high school program, Talking Mental Health, meets NM Health Standards and helps fulfill NM Safe Schools planning requirements, making it an excellent supplement to existing health curriculum. Data suggests that NM youth are struggling with their mental health, and we are committed to fostering resilience in NM youth by empowering them with information and emphasizing the importance of connection. Our professional development training offers all school staff a foundational understanding of mental illness, including warning signs of mental illness and suicidal ideation in their students, resources to help support students, and the language to address mental illness and suicide. We also provide community forums for parents and extended school communities. Starting in fall 2021, we will also offer a grade school mental health curriculum.
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FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit |
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Tens of thousands of eligible New Mexicans struggling to pay for internet services during the pandemic can apply for federal assistance to pay for broadband services and for a one-time discount to purchase a computer.
The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is a $3.2 billion initiative administered by the Federal Communications Commission to help lower the cost of high-speed internet for eligible households.
Benefits include:
- Up to $50 month discount for broadband services per household;
- Up to $75 month discount for broadband services per household on tribal lands;
- A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop or tablet computer purchased through a participating provider.
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SAVE THE DATE!
TQA Pride: Youth & Educator LGBTQ+ Summit is planned for June 9, 2021 from 4 PM - 5 PM.
If you or your students are interested in participating in the planning of this summit, email albuquerque@chapters.glsen.org to request Meeting Zoom links.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Information |
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The COVID-19 vaccine is a hot topic. The following are some resources for sharing information or explaining the COVID-19 vaccine:
COVID Vaccine Facts for Nurses is a vaccine education campaign. Critical, current, and culturally sensitive COVID-19 vaccine information is available to the nation’s nurses on the frontlines of the pandemic. NASN is a partnering organization to share resources and answers to common questions.
Can I Send My Student to School is designed for school nurses to share with parents, this interactive tool, based on CDC COVID-19 guidance, will guide parents through assessing when their child should stay home from school.
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May Mental Health Month -
Bring your Pet to Zoom Day
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In recognition of May as Mental Health Month, the CYFD Children's Behavioral Health Services has several events planned for the month.
Show & Tell-Bring your Pet to Zoom Day
Saturday, May 22, 2021
11:00 AM - 2 PM
Join by Zoom:
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The 2021 NMACTion Conference is coming up on May 12 - May 13, 2021. The theme is “Breathing New Life: Fostering Resilient Tobacco-Free Communities.”
The conference will bring together the community, research, and clinical practice leaders to explore how all three sectors can align to help prevent and treat tobacco addiction.
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May Health Awareness Activities |
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May is Mental Health Month
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May 6 is Children's Mental Health Awareness Day.
The following are some resources:
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May is National Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month.
With the change in seasons, allergy season has arrived. Increased allergens can also impact those with asthma. For more information about asthma and allergies, see the following:
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May 12, 2021 is National School Nurse's Day!
SBHCs rely on the relationships and partnerships with School Nurses.
Please thank your School Nurses!!!
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New Mexico Alliance for School-Based Health Care
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