Mental Health
Mental Health in the Church Conference
Abundant Life Christian Center 1521 Derby Street, Berkeley, CA, United StatesA candid conversation that will provide relevant information for the Church to look at the realization of mental health and its affects on its members. Hosted by: Dr. Lakita Long http://mhic.splashthat.com
African American Family Outreach Project – Health & Wellness Workshop
Alameda County Training & Education Center 125 12th Street, Oakland, CA, United StatesOn Saturday, November 10, 2018, the African American Family Outreach Project will host a special workshop from 9:30 am – 2:30 pm at the Alameda County Training & Education Center, 125 12th St., Suite 400, Oakland The free workshop series offers family members who seek support and care for those who are living with mental illness and/or addicted to drugs or alcohol with an opportunity to talk with several mental health professionals. Family members with lived experience say "when mental illness or substance abuse hit our loved ones, we did not know where to turn. In these workshops, we're actually able to talk with the managing psychiatrist for Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services and get answers! It's made a huge difference." Ample time will be provided for individuals to discuss symptoms, causes and medications with a psychiatrist; an expert in dealing with drug and alcohol problems and advice from experienced family members who are willing to help. A free lunch is provided, so advance registration is required. Registration deadline: Thursday, November 8th: http://africanamericanfamilies1110.eventbrite.com
Kingdom Family Resources – Mental Health Education Classes
Silicon Valley Business Center 1900 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA, United StatesKingdom Family Resources is excited to announce the launching of our Mental Health Education classes that will address Mental Health issues impacting families in our churches and communities. COST: Per Session Cost is $20 for individual; $30 for family 2 or more; kids 10 and up are welcome; (childcare will not be provided) This will be a time to receive education regarding various Mental Health issues; the first session will focus on Family Trauma: impact on the body, mind, and family Other sessions will include: Managing depression Bi polar disorders Post Traumatic Stress Parenting issues Mental Health and Faith and other topics related to managing Mental Health and daily living. Register at https://kingdomfamilyresources.com/educational-classes/
You Are Not Alone – FREE Mental Health Workshop
The Ed Roberts Campus 3075 Adeline Street, Berkeley, CA, United StatesThe African American Family Outreach Project will host “YOU ARE NOT ALONE,” a free informational workshop for African American families who seek support and care for those who are living with mental illness and/or addicted to drugs or alcohol with an opportunity to talk with several mental health professionals. Lunch included. Registration Required: http://bit.ly/2sc2Er2
African American Family Support Group – You Are Not Alone Workshop
North Oakland Senior Center 5714 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA, United StatesOn Saturday, April 27, 2019, 9:30am – 2:30pm, the African American Family Outreach Project will host its free informational workshop "YOU ARE NOT ALONE," for African American families who seek support and care for those who are living with mental illness and/or addicted to drugs or alcohol with an opportunity to talk with several mental health professionals. Open to the community, the "You Are Not Alone" workshop is open to the entire community and will take place at the North Oakland Senior Center, 5714 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA (ample parking is available around back of the Senior Center). RSVP today! Family members with lived experience say "when mental illness or substance abuse hit our loved ones, we did not know where to turn. In these workshops, we're actually able to talk with the managing psychiatrist for Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services and get answers! It's made a huge difference." Interim Director of Alameda County Behavioral Health Services, Carol Burton, will attend the meeting and wants to hear families’ concerns and comments. Time will be offered for individuals to discuss symptoms, causes and medications with a psychiatrist; an expert in dealing with drug and alcohol problems and advice from experienced family members who […]
African American Families & Mental Illness & Drugs Workshop – “You Are Not Alone”
Charles Porter Golden Gate Recreation Center 1075 62nd Street, Oakland, CA, United StatesOn Saturday, June 22, 2019, 9:30am – 2:30pm, the African American Family Outreach Project will host its free informational workshop "YOU ARE NOT ALONE," for African American families who seek support and care for those who are living with mental illness and/or addicted to drugs or alcohol with an opportunity to talk with several mental health professionals. Open to the community, the "You Are Not Alone" workshop is open to the entire community and will take place at The Charles Porter Golden Gate Recreation Center, 1075 62nd Street, Oakland, CA Family members with lived experience say "when mental illness or substance abuse hit our loved ones, we did not know where to turn. In these workshops, we're actually able to talk with the managing psychiatrist for Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services and get answers! It's made a huge difference." Time will be offered for individuals to discuss symptoms, causes and medications with a psychiatrist; an expert in dealing with drug and alcohol problems and advice from experienced family members who are willing to help. Lunch is provided free of charge. Advance registration is required for proper lunch planning. The registration deadline is Thursday, June 20th.
Mental Health 101 for Clergy
First Congregational Church of Oakland 2501 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA, United StatesAlameda County Supervisor Keith Carson presents - Mental Health 101 for Clergy. We've been hearing from clergy in District 5 that they're being asked more frequently to assist congregants with mental health issues and don't feel adequately trained to assist or know where to refer people who need professional help. This will be an introduction to early signs and symptoms of mental illness experienced by individuals as well as the impact of complex trauma on the lives of individuals, families, and communities. All denominations are welcome and encouraged to attend. SCHEDULE 5:00 - 6:00 pm: Registration & Dinner 6:00 - 7:30 pm: Workshop Click here to register For questions or more information, contact Amy Shrago: Amy.Shrago@acgov.org, (510) 272-6695
African American Family Outreach Project – You Are Not Alone Workshop
Charles Porter Golden Gate Recreation Center 1075 62nd Street, Oakland, CA, United StatesOn Saturday, February 1st, 9:30am – 2:30pm, the African American Family Outreach Project will host its free informational workshop "YOU ARE NOT ALONE," for African American families who seek support and care for those who are living with mental illness and/or addicted to drugs or alcohol with an opportunity to talk with several mental health professionals. Open to the community, the "You Are Not Alone" workshop is open to the entire community and will take place at the Charles Porter Golden Gate Recreation Center, 1075 62nd Street, Oakland, CA. Family members with lived experience say "when mental illness or substance abuse hit our loved ones, we did not know where to turn. In these workshops, we're actually able to talk with the managing psychiatrist for Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services and get answers! It's made a huge difference." Time will be offered for individuals to discuss symptoms, causes and medications with a Alameda County psychiatrist Aaron Chapman - an expert in dealing with drug and alcohol problems and advice from experienced family members who are willing to help. Lunch is provided free of charge. Advance registration is required for proper planning. Please RSVP by Thursday, Jan 30th. RSVP Required: http://youarenotalone2020.eventbrite.com/
You Are Not Alone – Free Virtual Workshop for Families Coping with Mental Illness & Substance Abuse
Streaming Online CA, United StatesFree Virtual Workshop for Families Coping with Mental Illness and/or Substance Abuse The African American Family Support Group, a program of the Mental Health Association of Alameda County, will emphasize the “You Are Not Alone” theme in its upcoming workshop on Using Crisis Services in Alameda County and on Special Issues for African American Consideration in Working with a Psychiatrist. Because family caregivers require both support and information speakers will welcome questions. Improving Care For Those With Serious Mental Illness And/Or Substance Abuse Disorder You Are Invited to Join the African American Family Support Group for an on-line meeting with featured speakers: * Dr. Aaron Chapman, Medical Director, Alameda County Behavioral Health Agency * Theresa Ly, Program Specialist, Alameda County Behavioral Health Agency RSVP Online: https://notalonesept2020.eventbrite.com/ Questions: call 510-697-8533
African American Family Support Group – You Are Not Alone Workshop
Streaming Online CA, United StatesThe African American Family Support Group would like to formally invite you to a FREE Workshop. This workshop will feature guest speakers Dr. Aaron Chapman and Ms. Dana Cook who will provide further support for families who are struggling with Mental Illness or Substance Abuse. The event will be held on Saturday, February 27th from 9:30AM until 1:45PM via Zoom. Please make sure to register using the link provided below. A zoom link and instructions for the event will be sent out a day prior to the workshop to all registrants. If you have any questions, please let me know. Hope to see you there! RSVP here -- https://bit.ly/NOTALONEFEB2021
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