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3 events,
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc. (The Council) will offer the Supporting Youth Recovery: Peer Paraprofessional Certificate in Supporting Youth Recovery program. Unique to this program is the enhanced version of Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) approved standardized Recovery Specialist (RS) Training to prepare peer paraprofessionals to include addressing the unmet behavioral health needs of children, adolescents, and young adults with a substance use disorder (SUD) and their families to provide RS to youth and young adults in recovery from a SUD and their families.
PDPH SUPHR: Overdose Prevention and Reversal Training
PDPH SUPHR: 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 [...]
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Are you an autistic person, caregiver and/or provider in Philadelphia? Tell us what is working well, what needs improvement, and what we should focus on in the coming years. Virtual listening sessions are available throughout May. We may host more sessions based on your feedback. Zoom Listening Sessions: Teens & Young Adults: Tues., May 2 • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Autistic Adults: Thurs., May 4 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 pm Older Adults: Tues., May 9 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 [...]
3 events,
How to Plan for Aging in Place: Free Educational Seminar from Friends Life Care
How to Plan for Aging in Place: Free Educational Seminar from Friends Life Care
Friends Life Care may be your certainty in uncertain times. Explore options to get peace of mind and ensure long term care needs are covered. Get a plan in place to successfully age in your own home rather than moving to a facility in your later years. This informational long-term care workshop is for individuals ages 40-85 who are in good health and residing in southeastern Pennsylvania or Delaware. Topics will include: - If you want to stay in your home for the rest of your life, what options are […]
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Are you an autistic person, caregiver and/or provider in Philadelphia? Tell us what is working well, what needs improvement, and what we should focus on in the coming years. Virtual listening sessions are available throughout May. We may host more sessions based on your feedback. Zoom Listening Sessions: Teens & Young Adults: Tues., May 2 • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Autistic Adults: Thurs., May 4 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 pm Older Adults: Tues., May 9 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 […]
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Are you an autistic person, caregiver and/or provider in Philadelphia? Tell us what is working well, what needs improvement, and what we should focus on in the coming years. Virtual listening sessions are available throughout May. We may host more sessions based on your feedback. Zoom Listening Sessions: Teens & Young Adults: Tues., May 2 • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Autistic Adults: Thurs., May 4 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 pm Older Adults: Tues., May 9 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 […]
5 events,
Senior Summit: Seniors Count
Senior Summit: Seniors Count
To empower Senior Citizens through exposure to governmental agencies, non-profits, medical and mental health agencies, and care-giving agencies that can help them to manage the intricacies of their lives. Participants can engage in breakout sessions on mental health, diabetes, hypertension, and other health issues. There will be information employment, housing, life insurance, wills, and estates, nutrition, and diet and more. There will be healthy refreshments. Comhar will be onsite and will provide free bheavioral health screenings and resources for well-being
Black Woman Wellness Fair & Expo
Black Woman Wellness Fair & Expo
A free event that will provide resource tables and panel discussion topics that significantly impact black women - maternal health, donor awareness, long-term covid, etc. Community Council Health Systems will provide free mental health screenings.
Penn Medicine Nurses Week Community Day
Penn Medicine Nurses Week Community Day
To celebrate Nurses Week Penn Medicine hosts an annual health fair where health care workers, community partners and volunteers engage with local residents to share resources and raise awareness on important health topics. Featured this year will be: hands on CPR training, Narcan overdose reversal training, cooking demonstrations, health screenings, Vetri Mobile Teaching Kitchen, prizes, and more. Hall Mercer and Penn Presby will be providing Behavioral Health screenings
4 events,
DBHIDS WRAP I Training
DBHIDS WRAP I Training
Wellness Recovery Action Plan® (WRAP) is an evidence-based practice developed by the Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery. This introductory course was initially designed for people living with mental health issues but has since been found to be equally effective for others including people living with a history of substance abuse, problematic behaviors or any life challenge for which improvement is desired. In WRAP® participants are guided through the process of creating their own WRAP through the identification of personal wellness tools. Learners are introduced to recovery concepts and taught […]
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc. (The Council) will offer the Supporting Youth Recovery: Peer Paraprofessional Certificate in Supporting Youth Recovery program. Unique to this program is the enhanced version of Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) approved standardized Recovery Specialist (RS) Training to prepare peer paraprofessionals to include addressing the unmet behavioral health needs of children, adolescents, and young adults with a substance use disorder (SUD) and their families to provide RS to youth and young adults in recovery from a SUD and their families.
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Are you an autistic person, caregiver and/or provider in Philadelphia? Tell us what is working well, what needs improvement, and what we should focus on in the coming years. Virtual listening sessions are available throughout May. We may host more sessions based on your feedback. Zoom Listening Sessions: Teens & Young Adults: Tues., May 2 • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Autistic Adults: Thurs., May 4 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 pm Older Adults: Tues., May 9 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 […]
3 events,
UrStorytellers Story Telling Training
UrStorytellers Story Telling Training
Storytelling is a training facilitated by UrStorytellers in collaboration with the City of Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that is approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to become a Certified Peer Specialists. 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 power point format, and interactive activities enhance this […]
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Are you an autistic person, caregiver and/or provider in Philadelphia? Tell us what is working well, what needs improvement, and what we should focus on in the coming years. Virtual listening sessions are available throughout May. We may host more sessions based on your feedback. Zoom Listening Sessions: Teens & Young Adults: Tues., May 2 • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Autistic Adults: Thurs., May 4 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 pm Older Adults: Tues., May 9 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 […]
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Philadelphia Autism Project Listening Sessions
Are you an autistic person, caregiver and/or provider in Philadelphia? Tell us what is working well, what needs improvement, and what we should focus on in the coming years. Virtual listening sessions are available throughout May. We may host more sessions based on your feedback. Zoom Listening Sessions: Teens & Young Adults: Tues., May 2 • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Autistic Adults: Thurs., May 4 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 pm Older Adults: Tues., May 9 • 12 – 1 pm & 7 – 8 […]
1 event,
Children’s Mental Health Awareness
Children’s Mental Health Awareness
Pan American will be partnering with Systems of Care to celebrate Children's Mental Health Awareness. Pan American will be conducting Behavioral Health Screenings, handing out resources and having a counselor at hand.
2 events,
Interact Family May Fair
Interact Family May Fair
As we know, rates of child abuse, domestic violence, and gun violence dramatically increase in the summertime. That's why we're doing our part to bring the community together in our family strengthening efforts, to promote mental health awareness and link our local youth to safe, structured activities like summer camps, summer jobs, and apprenticeships. Intercommunity Action will provide behavioral health screenings.
Saturday Afternoon Respite
Saturday Afternoon Respite
Caring 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.
1 event,
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc. (The Council) will offer the Supporting Youth Recovery: Peer Paraprofessional Certificate in Supporting Youth Recovery program. Unique to this program is the enhanced version of Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) approved standardized Recovery Specialist (RS) Training to prepare peer paraprofessionals to include addressing the unmet behavioral health needs of children, adolescents, and young adults with a substance use disorder (SUD) and their families to provide RS to youth and young adults in recovery from a SUD and their families.
2 events,
PCHC Health Fair 2023
PCHC Health Fair 2023
Health Fair featuring Exhibitors from the Southeastern Region focus is on Physical and Mental Health. We will have interactive exhibits and there will be entertainment featuring the Spin Choir. There will be a wellness room with multiple massage chair. We will be serving a box breakfast for all attendees and we also will have door prizes. This event is open to all with a special focus on Individuals with ID & or Autisim, their families and caretakers.
Anti-Violence Community BBQ
Anti-Violence Community BBQ
Event is FREE! BBQ food, water ice, raffles, prizes, games, face-painting, crafts, behavioral health resources and more! There will also be a family-friendly boxing class! Questions? Contact kcardone@coraservices.org Thursday, May 18th 2023 5pm-7pm 8540 Verree Road Philadelphia, PA 19111
1 event,
Dunbar Host TRIGGER Screening
Dunbar Host TRIGGER Screening
TRIGGER is both a call to understanding and a call to action about the roles each of us has to play in combatting the gun violence epidemic in Philadelphia and beyond. Featuring storytellers from Philadelphia sharing their lived experiences with gun violence and their shared search for hope with a vengeance. A father who lost his son, a trauma nurse at a city hospital, a high school principal, community activists, doctors, scholars, shooters, victims, and their families all share their stories revealing layers of hurt that extend beyond the individual, […]
10 events,
Project Alpha/Project AKA
Project Alpha/Project AKA
The program is for teens 13 yrs. old-17 yrs. old. The program explores sexual health, healthy relationships, self- confidence, self-respect and positive imaging. This year's theme is "ARE YOU GOOD".
Unity in the Community
Unity in the Community
Presented by the Philadelphia Sheriff's office, Unity in the Community is a resource and food giveaway event with fre food, entertainment, resource tables and giveaways. Philadelphia Fight is partnering in this event and will be providing free Behavioral Health Screening and resources for well-being.
CST & BHTEN 2nd Annual Community Event
CST & BHTEN 2nd Annual Community Event
This resource event will provide helpful information regarding behavioral health services, the opioid crisis and family support in a community setting with free food, fun, and facts! The Children's Crisis Treatment Center (CCTC) will be present with resources and information regarding the behavioral health services provided to children and families. CCTC will have staff present who will be able to complete behavioral health screenings for interested children and families. CCTC will be providing nice giveaways to attendees. GPHA will also be in attendance and will also provide free behavioral health […]
2 events,
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc. (The Council) will offer the Supporting Youth Recovery: Peer Paraprofessional Certificate in Supporting Youth Recovery program. Unique to this program is the enhanced version of Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) approved standardized Recovery Specialist (RS) Training to prepare peer paraprofessionals to include addressing the unmet behavioral health needs of children, adolescents, and young adults with a substance use disorder (SUD) and their families to provide RS to youth and young adults in recovery from a SUD and their families.
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group [ Online / By Phone ] – Palumbo Rec
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group [ Online / By Phone ] – Palumbo Rec
The 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 […]
1 event,
Conscious Queens Wellness Workshop for Girls of Color
Conscious Queens Wellness Workshop for Girls of Color
Conscious Queens is an annual educational workshop promoting wellness for girls of color. It is a collaboration of partners, students, and community members throughout the city and the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS). Multiple community organizations will attend to share wellness techniques to educate young Black girls on how to be physically and emotionally well. Conscious Queens introduces participants to a healthier lifestyle and mindset. Conscious Queens launched in 2022 in response to ongoing gun violence in neighborhoods within Philadelphia. Download the flyer.
1 event,
Saturday Afternoon Respite
Saturday Afternoon Respite
Caring 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.
2 events,
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
Supporting Youth Recovery CRS Training Program
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc. (The Council) will offer the Supporting Youth Recovery: Peer Paraprofessional Certificate in Supporting Youth Recovery program. Unique to this program is the enhanced version of Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) approved standardized Recovery Specialist (RS) Training to prepare peer paraprofessionals to include addressing the unmet behavioral health needs of children, adolescents, and young adults with a substance use disorder (SUD) and their families to provide RS to youth and young adults in recovery from a SUD and their families.
Mental Health Awareness Wellness Screening
Mental Health Awareness Wellness Screening
Join PATH Inc. at Health District #10 for a Resource Fair and Wellness Screening
1 event,
[Webinar] Shattering the Stigma: Addressing Mental Wellness Solutions and Support in Communities of Color
[Webinar] Shattering the Stigma: Addressing Mental Wellness Solutions and Support in Communities of Color
FunTimes Magazine is taking action and shedding light on mental health’s darkness. Did you know that 21 percent, or 50 million adults, experience mental illness in the United States? Many do not seek available professional services or treatment, especially in communities of color. FunTimes will host a free special virtual event to support public awareness about the pressing mental wellness and behavioral health crises. The event, Shattering the Stigma: Addressing Mental Wellness Solutions and Support in Communities of Color will be held in partnership with the 24-hour 988 suicide and […]
1 event,
UrStorytellers Story Telling Training
UrStorytellers Story Telling Training
Storytelling is a training facilitated by UrStorytellers in collaboration with the City of Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that is approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to become a Certified Peer Specialists. 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 power point format, and interactive activities enhance this […]
2 events,
Annual Health Expo 2023
Annual Health Expo 2023
Free health screenings and family fun at Jefferson Methodist FREE Health Screenings: Cholesterol and glucose (fasting recommended) Blood pressure and stroke Head and Neck Cancer Osteoporosis heel scans Mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women, sponsored by the Methodist Hospital Foundation FREE Health Information and Consultations include: Nutrition Counseling Navy Yard Services Obstetrics and Gynecology “Hands Only” CPR Multi-Specialty Services at 1300 Wolf St. Wyss Wellness Center Ask the Pharmacist Family Fun and More: Food and refreshments at no cost to attendees Cartoon guests: Spiderman and Elsa Face painting Balloon artist […]
Saturday Afternoon Respite
Saturday Afternoon Respite
Caring 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.
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