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Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group [ Online / By Phone ] – Methodist Hospital
Online , United StatesThe Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group seeks to 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 group is open to anyone 18 years or older who is grieving a loss due to suicide. The group is free and confidential. For more information, please contact philadelphiasptf@phila.gov COVID19 Update: We want to prioritize your health and safety while still offering our support in your grief. [...]
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DBHIDS Sponsored CPS Supervisor’s Traning
CPS Supervisor's Training 833 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia County, PA, United StatesThis 12-hour course lays the foundation of Supervision in a Peer Support Environment, grounded in understanding of CPS roles and Recovery Values. This course includes SAMHSA's Core Competencies of Peer Support, OMHSAS Standards of Supervision for Peer Support, Kadushin's Social Work model on the Functions of Supervision, Reflective Supervision basics, and examines Trauma-informed principles in a supervisory context. This course has been approved for continuing education units through the National Association of Social Work- PA Chapter. Facilitators utilize various virtual engagement methods to ensure participants take full advantage of this [...]
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Overdose Prevention and Reversal Training
*Trigger Warning*: This training involves detailed discussions of drug use, overdoses, and demonstrations on how to use Narcan. If you have any concerns, please feel free to email SUPHR staff at overdose.prevention@phila.gov This training provides background information and data on opioid use, Philadelphia's drug supply, and overdoses in our city. There is also a detailed description of how to recognize and respond to an opioid-related overdose with naloxone, or Narcan. The training is approximately 1.5 hours with an additional 15 minutes for questions. You can choose to have Narcan discreetly [...]
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Healthy Heart Awareness Event
Wilson Park 2500 Jackson Street, Philadelphia, United StatesFebruary is National American Heart Month! Join GPHA & PHA Cares at the Philadelphia Housing Authority as we raise awareness about fostering heart-healthy habits and actively reduce your risk of heart disease. Take some time with GPHA to educate yourself about heart health risks and discover your favorite heart-healthy activities at this special event! Activities Include… Blood Pressure Screening, Depression Screening, Dental Information, Giveaways, Health Literature, And More!
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Saturday Afternoon Respite
The City School 910 N. Sixth St., Philadelphia, United StatesCaring for a child with behavioral health needs can be demanding. Take a break. Respite care is short-term care for children ages 6-17. Children with a behavioral health diagnosis are eligible for short-term care. Download the flyer.
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Resource Fairs for African Asylum Seekers
The Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs is working with African community leaders in Southwest Philadelphia to host multiple resource fairs for African asylum seekers.
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Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
PRCC 1701 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesStorytelling is a training facilitated by UrStorytellers in collaboration with the City Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many approved as a required prerequisite for applicants wanting to become a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories in addition to the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4hrs. at length, delivered in a PowerPoint format, and interactive activities enhance this training. At the conclusion of [...]
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Healthy Heart Awareness Event
Bartram Village 5404 Gibson Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFebruary is National American Heart Month! Join GPHA & PHA Cares at the Philadelphia Housing Authority as we raise awareness about fostering heart-healthy habits and actively reduce your risk of heart disease. Take some time with GPHA to educate yourself about heart health risks and discover your favorite heart-healthy activities at this special event! Activities Include… Blood Pressure Screening, Depression Screening, Dental Information, Giveaways, Health Literature, And More!
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Blood Drive
RW Brown Community Center 1701 N 8th St, Philadelphia, United StatesJack and Jill of America, Inc. is coordinating a blood drive with the Red Cross at RW Brown Community Center. This event was planned during Black History Month to highlight the importance of donations in Black and Brown communities due to sickle cell.
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Parent University 2.0
School of the Future 4021 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesParent University 2.0 has been established by Majority Leader Curtis Jones Jr. and its mission is to provide parents with the support they need to assist with the success of their children's learning. February 24th, 2024, the School of the Future will host the first annual Parent University 2.0 from 9am-3pm. This day-long event will include various breakout sessions aimed at providing not only parents but also school administrators with the tools and resources needed to assist with the student's learning and achievements. In addition, we will learn about unpacking [...]
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Saturday Afternoon Respite
The City School 910 N. Sixth St., Philadelphia, United StatesCaring for a child with behavioral health needs can be demanding. Take a break. Respite care is short-term care for children ages 6-17. Children with a behavioral health diagnosis are eligible for short-term care. Download the flyer.
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The 6th NPDC Lunar New Year
Year of the dragon celebration event in Mayfair. Organized by city councilman Mike Driscoll's office in district 6. The event will include free community service information, free new years gifts, performances, raffles, and more.
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Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group [ Online / By Phone ] – Palumbo Rec
Online , United StatesThe Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group is a group to 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 group is open to anyone 18 years or older who is grieving a loss due to suicide. The group is free, confidential, and meets the second Wednesday of each month. For more information, please contact philadelphiasptf@phila.gov COVID19 Update: We want to prioritize your health and [...]
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Hay Otros – Latinx con Duelo (un grupo de apoyo)
Register for Zoom Link , United StatesHay Otros-Latinxs con Duelo, es un grupo de apoyo para el duelo para latinxs quien han perdido un ser querido por el uso de sustancia/sobredosis. No es un requisito que los participantes hablen únicamente inglés ni español. El grupo es un espacio más dirigido a apoyar las necesidades culturales de los latinxs y su proceso de duelo. Para registrarse para el grupo por favor completar el formulario en el lnk https://redcap.phila.gov/surveys/?s=A7FELKJWED o comunicarse con Antonia por email antonia.jimenez-trail@phila.gov. Esperamos que vengan! Hay Otros-Latinxs con Duelo is a support group for [...]
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Leap Into Health Fair 2024
The Enterprise Center 24 S 52nd St, Phila, United StatesJoin us on LeapDay for Health and Wellness Resources and information on: Physical and Mental Health, Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Foods, Healthy Homes, Quality education and jobs. Dunbar Community Counseling will be providing Free confidential Behavioral Health Screenings and Resources for Well-Being. Other Activities/resources include: Benefits registration Energy programs Narcan training Cancer resources Free health screenings A raffle Housing information and more!
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Eta Sigma Gamma Back History Month Symposium
Temple University Charles Library, 1st Floor Event Space 1900 N 13th St, Philadelphia, United StatesETA Sigma Gamma event that focuses on health disparities among the Black/African American population pertaining to maternal health, chronic diseases, sexual health, and mental health. The event will have presentations and guest speakers/panel to highlight the associated health conditions and disparities, followed by a resource fair where Temple student organizations and community organizations can table their organization and health-related resources. This is a series of forums throughout the month focusing on health disparities among the Black/African American population, concluding with a forum to talk about behavioral health. Warren E. Smith [...]
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76ers Mental Health Awareness Night
Wells Fargo Center 3601 South Broad Street, P, United StatesThe 76ers are excited to host Mental Health Awareness Night against the Charlotte Hornets on March 1st. By purchasing a ticket through this link, you will have access to: Discounted 76ers vs. Hornets Tickets (1) 76ers Foam Finger sponsored by Rush Order Tees (1) Exclusive 76ers + Mental Health Awareness Giveaway Early Entry to Pre-Game Warmups After you complete the simple checkout process, make sure to share your personal link with family & friends. Invite them to join so they can get in on the fun and have a great [...]
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Saturday Afternoon Respite
The City School 910 N. Sixth St., Philadelphia, United StatesCaring for a child with behavioral health needs can be demanding. Take a break. Respite care is short-term care for children ages 6-17. Children with a behavioral health diagnosis are eligible for short-term care. Download the flyer.
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