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This training focuses on strategies for organizations to effectively support their employees during times of health challenges, whether a peer supporter or any other employee. The course will explore the specific needs of peer supporters who integrate their lived experiences into their work and provide guidance on how supervisors can support their recovery and well-being.
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Philly HEALs will be hosting a virtual support group for men who are experiencing grief from stigmatized loss. While we recognize that all grief can be difficult, when you lose a loved one in a stigmatized way, it can further impede the grieving process. Examples of stigmatized loss are losses due to overdose, addiction, homicide, or suicide. This group will assist in building community between men who have experienced similar losses as well as giving participants tools to deal with this type of grief. You can sign up for the [...]
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A powerful citywide event that brings together community leaders, advocates, and everyday Philadelphians to take a stand against relationship violence to begin Domestic Violence Awareness Month which is the entire month of October.
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The Faith and Spiritual Affairs Unit will host a 90-minute virtual Celebration of Life during National Suicide Prevention Month focused on recovery as an essential component of suicide prevention. The event will feature a moderated panel discussion with individuals who have lived experience, faith leaders, and behavioral health professionals who will discuss recovery from suicidal thoughts, recovery following suicide attempts, and the important role faith and community play in healing. Participants will also have an opportunity to share reflections and personal stories in a respectful and supportive environment.
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1 event,Support Group facilitated by a licensed therapist. This group is designed to meet the needs of Parents and Caregivers of those with mental health, behavioral health and substance use challenges who are aged 14 and over. Meets the first Thursday of every month on Zoom.
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Come celebrate autumn with us at Historic Fair Hill, featuring Jimmy Jorge and the Latin Express, pumpkin painting, soul yoga & sound bath, bike repairs, free books, free produce, community health resources, and more!
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Children’s Crisis Treatment Center and the Caring Families of CCTC invite you to attend the Fall Family Festival Join us for a day of children’s health & wellness information, information on early intervention strategies, behavioral health screenings, literacy activities, arts & crafts, and much, much more! This event is rain or shine. **************************************************************************************** Children’s Crisis Treatment Center y Caring Families de CCTC lo invitan a asistir al Festival Familiar de Otoño. ¡Únase a nosotros para un día de información sobre salud y bienestar infantil, recursos familiares, exámenes de salud conductual, [...]
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Children’s Crisis Treatment Center (CCTC) is excited to host our Annual Fall Family Festival on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Max Myers Recreation Center! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of children’s games, arts & crafts, health and wellness resources, family and community resources, behavioral health screenings, free snacks, book giveaways, and much, much more! Come connect with your community, learn about valuable resources, and enjoy a great day of family fun. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎨📚🍎🎉
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Philly HEALs will be hosting a virtual support group for men who are experiencing grief from stigmatized loss. While we recognize that all grief can be difficult, when you lose a loved one in a stigmatized way, it can further impede the grieving process. Examples of stigmatized loss are losses due to overdose, addiction, homicide, or suicide. This group will assist in building community between men who have experienced similar losses as well as giving participants tools to deal with this type of grief. You can sign up for the [...]
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11th Annual Philadelphia Autism Project Conference. Understanding Autistic Masking: Mental Health, Identity and Belonging The 2026 Philadelphia Autism Project Conference will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Academy of Natural Sciences, located at 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103. This year's conference will explore the topic of understanding autistic masking: mental health, identity, and belonging. We are proud to share that our very own Khylil Robinson - Community Autism Peer Specialist from DBHIDS, will serve as a panelist, presenting on [...]
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A peer support group for caregivers of neurodivergent children. Register here for Zoom link |
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Need to get recertified? Join us! Ethics is at the core of effective peer support. This training provides a clear and practical overview of ethical practice in recovery-oriented roles. Participants will explore key topics such as professional boundaries, confidentiality, self-disclosure, and ethical decision-making in real-world situations. Designed for CPS, CRS, CFRS, and CRSS professionals, this session helps you strengthen your practice while staying aligned with peers' values and professional standards. CEUs Available for Recertification. Attendance: CPS: Required to attend the first 3 hours CRS, CFRS, CRSS: Required to attend the [...]
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Support Group for Parents who lost a child to a drug-related loss. Please sign up to get Zoom link
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Great supervision is about more than managing tasks, it’s about helping people grow, building trust, and creating stronger teams. This interactive training explores practical strategies for becoming a more effective and supportive supervisor within the behavioral health and recovery workforce. Participants will learn how to balance accountability, coaching, professional development, and employee support while strengthening communication and workplace relationships. Through discussion and real-world workplace scenarios, participants will explore the administrative, educative, and supportive functions of supervision, practice giving meaningful feedback, recognize signs of burnout, and develop strategies for helping employees [...]
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Jefferson Health provides FREE A1C, total cholesterol and blood pressure screenings within the Philadelphia area. Come out to receive a free screening!
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If you are the adult sibling, family member, or relationship partner of an adult with mental/behavioral/substance challenges, this group meets on Zoom the 2nd Thursday of every month. Facilitated by a licensed clinical therapist
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Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform recovery and faith-based communities how to share their stories and why sharing them in community settings matters. This training will be 4 hrs. in length, delivered in a PowerPoint format, and interactive activities enhance [...]
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Jefferson Health provides FREE A1C, total cholesterol and blood pressure screenings within the Philadelphia area. Come out to receive a free screening!
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Out of the Darkness Community Walks raise funds, support research, create educational programs, and provide a community for those affected by suicide.
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Join us for a day of family fun. Come meet new people with great energy, recharge your vibes, and dive into all things health at our Wellness Block Party! Receive multiple FREE health screenings and come shop with some local food and wellness vendors.
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Philly HEALs will be hosting a virtual support group for men who are experiencing grief from stigmatized loss. While we recognize that all grief can be difficult, when you lose a loved one in a stigmatized way, it can further impede the grieving process. Examples of stigmatized loss are losses due to overdose, addiction, homicide, or suicide. This group will assist in building community between men who have experienced similar losses as well as giving participants tools to deal with this type of grief. You can sign up for the [...]
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In honor of National Recovery Month, a Wellness Expo will be held at City Hall on Tuesday, October 13th from 11am-3pm. A variety of recovery organizations, city services, and elected officials will be in attendance to provide recovery-related services and information, mental health information, and much more.
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Jefferson Health provides FREE A1C, total cholesterol and blood pressure screenings within the Philadelphia area. Come out to receive a free screening!
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Social Media Use Among Young People is an interactive training designed for peers and other professionals who support adolescents and young adults. The session explores how social media, mobile technology, gaming, and private digital communication shape young people’s relationships, identity development, wellbeing, and recovery. Participants will examine both the benefits and risks of online activity. Topics include social connection, self-expression, creativity, and peer support, as well as cyberbullying, privacy concerns, sleep disruption, and exposure to harmful content. The training also considers how young people use apps, gaming platforms, shared documents, [...]
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The Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Groups help loss survivors cope, connect, and work toward healing. Trained group facilitators are suicide loss survivors who know, firsthand, how difficult it can be to find your way after losing someone to suicide. The groups are open to anyone 18 years or older who is grieving a loss due to suicide. No pre-registration is required, but you are welcome to send an email to let us know that you might attend. The groups are free and confidential. Learn more about the groups. |
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Jefferson Health provides FREE A1C, total cholesterol and blood pressure screenings within the Philadelphia area. Come out for a free screening!
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Join the Department of Human Services Domestic Violence Unit and Philly Girls Jump for Double Dutch jump roping! Stop by between 1 – 3 pm to learn how to jump rope or show off your skills. At 1:15 pm there will be a Paint Philly Purple group photo with the Office of Domestic Violence Strategies for anyone who wants to participate. 
The Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Groups help loss survivors cope, connect, and work toward healing. Trained group facilitators are suicide loss survivors who know, firsthand, how difficult it can be to find your way after losing someone to suicide. The groups are open to anyone 18 years or older who is grieving a loss due to suicide. No pre-registration is required, but you are welcome to send an email to let us know that you might attend. The groups are free and confidential. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 826 3721 [...] |
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The Engaging Women & Girls of Color Initiative will host the Blue Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness event, which aims to raise awareness and promote early detection of breast cancer for women of color in Philadelphia, ages 18 and over. The event is designed to provide a safe space for women of color to share their lived experiences and challenges with one another and connect with behavioral health and breast health resources. Highlights of the event include a keynote presentation on breast health, risk factors and mortality among women [...] |
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Philly HEALs will be hosting a virtual support group for men who are experiencing grief from stigmatized loss. While we recognize that all grief can be difficult, when you lose a loved one in a stigmatized way, it can further impede the grieving process. Examples of stigmatized loss are losses due to overdose, addiction, homicide, or suicide. This group will assist in building community between men who have experienced similar losses as well as giving participants tools to deal with this type of grief. You can sign up for the [...]
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Financial wellness can play an important role in building stability, confidence, and recovery capital. This interactive 90-minute training explores practical ways participants can strengthen their financial wellness while recognizing the skills, supports, and resources they already have. Participants will explore everyday money decisions, budgeting, financial goal-setting, unexpected expenses, and how financial stability can support areas such as housing, employment, wellness, independence, and long-term recovery. The focus is on progress, strengths, and practical steps that can be used in real life.
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Jefferson Health provides FREE A1C, total cholesterol and blood pressure screenings within the Philadelphia area. Come out to receive a free screening!
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Support Group for Parents who lost a child to a drug-related loss. Please sign up to get Zoom link
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Stop guessing how to communicate, start understanding people. This interactive session gives you real tools to improve communication, build stronger relationships, and handle everyday stress with confidence at work and at home. You’ll explore the four communication styles, learn how to connect with each one, and discover what truly motivates others. Plus, gain insight into how stress shows up differently for each style so you can respond, not react. Presented by Melissa Groden, MS, HC-BCP, CFRS
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Join us for a Trunk or Treat at Alexander K. McClure School on Friday, October 23, 2026. Enjoy a parade, music, dancing, plenty of treats, and free hot dogs!
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Philly HEALs will be hosting a virtual support group for men who are experiencing grief from stigmatized loss. While we recognize that all grief can be difficult, when you lose a loved one in a stigmatized way, it can further impede the grieving process. Examples of stigmatized loss are losses due to overdose, addiction, homicide, or suicide. This group will assist in building community between men who have experienced similar losses as well as giving participants tools to deal with this type of grief. You can sign up for the [...]
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The Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Groups help loss survivors cope, connect, and work toward healing. Trained group facilitators are suicide loss survivors who know, firsthand, how difficult it can be to find your way after losing someone to suicide. The groups are open to anyone 18 years or older who is grieving a loss due to suicide. No pre-registration is required, but you are welcome to send an email to let us know that you might attend. The groups are free and confidential. |
1 event,This training will cover the basics of opioid dependency, learn medically prescribed and non-prescribed opioids, will discuss the impact of the opioid crisis nationally and locally. Learn about the laws that govern the ability to help someone in distress, the city's efforts to combat the epidemic in Philadelphia, will learn how to identify the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, understand risk factors, and how to administer Narcan.
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Learn about the overdose crisis and how to use naloxone in this virtual webinar from the Department of Public Health. Register here. Educational Workshop focused on a certain topic related to grief and loss of a loved one due to substance use. Sign up for the Zoom Link
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