An Update from the ADAMH System of Care |
Pandemic Increasing Need for Services |
Despite the unique challenges thus far in 2020, ADAMH - the Alcohol. Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County - and our System of Care, comprised of more than 30 not-for-profit agencies in Franklin County, has remained open to serve those who are struggling with the stress and isolation of our current predicament and for those living with a mental health or substance use disorder. Together, our network is moving forward and serving our community in new ways.
If you have been experiencing emotional distress, we encourage you to call 614.276.CARE (2273) talk to a licensed Netcare Access social worker or counselor who can provide emotional support and direct you to helpful resources. This service is available to anyone 24/7.
The pandemic is shining a light on the increased need for mental health resources in Franklin County. This increased need along with the opioid epidemic and years of significant population growth have stressed ADAMH's resources to their limit. ADAMH's current levy expires in 2021, which provides more than 71% of ADAMH's resources.
On Tuesday, July 14, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution placing a 5-year, 2.2 mill renewal levy with a 0.65 mill increase for ADAMH on the November 3 ballot. We are grateful for the support ADAMH has received from the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and the Human Services Levy Review Committee during this process. We appreciate the thoughtful questions and recommendations that illustrate our need for an increase in the level of behavioral health and crisis care service across the county. More than 85% of the additional millage requested (0.65) will be used to maintain existing behavioral healthcare services for Franklin County residents. ADAMH will use the remaining additional funds to address continuing population growth and address the emerging needs of the community like expanded crisis services, school-based prevention services, suicide prevention programs and housing. Learn More.
Please follow us at @ADAMHFranklin on Facebook and Twitter to stay up to date on current events related to ADAMH and our System of Care.
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Sincerely,
Erika Clark Jones
ADAMH CEO
ADAMH - Where Better Begins.
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ADAMH-Funded School Services |
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ADAMH partners with providers within our System of Care to offer prevention and intervention services in all 16 Franklin County public school districts. Every school district has a relationship with a provider that supports the mental health needs of students, their families and teachers with programs such as:
- Emotional support
- Suicide prevention
- Drug and alcohol prevention
- Parent workshops
- Early intervention for students who need additional support
ADAMH has created handouts to provide information about services offered in each district and contact information to get connected. Services are being adjusted for the 2020-2021 school year to accommodate new schedules and virtual learning as well as addressing new areas of need during this uncertain school year.
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If a student needs immediate help because their behavior is putting them at risk of hurting themselves or others contact the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Youth Crisis Line at 614.722.1800.
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North Community Counseling Centers, Inc. is offering free online back-to-school support groups!
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Directions for Youth and Families is offering Virtual Homework Help! TANF eligible youth ages 8 and up can now enroll in the virtual after school program for homework help, dance classes, music activities, fitness activities and more! The program begins September 8 and is available Monday - Friday from 1 to 7 pm.
Enroll by calling 614.258.8043 or 614.694.0203.
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ADAMH Launched a New Website! |
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ADAMH has a new website!
Our URL has remained the same, but our new website is now live with new information and a fresh look, making it easier to navigate the ADAMH System of Care and get connected to the resources you need in our community.
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New Intake Center Opens, Increases Access to Care |
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On Friday, August 7, Erika Clark Jones, CEO of ADAMH, joined Terri Donlin Huesman, President & CEO of the Osteopathic Heritage Foundations, Shawn Holt, President and CEO of Maryhaven, Inc., and other Maryhaven Board Members and Staff for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Central Intake Department on the 4th Floor of Maryhaven’s 1430 South High Street location. Jennifer Martinez, the Director of Stabilization Services, will oversee this department as well as the Addiction Stabilization Center.
The number of people of people in attendance was limited, masks were worn and social distancing measures were taken.
Since the opening of the Addiction Stabilization Center in January 2018, Maryhaven has treated approximately 6,000 patients with over 90% going on to further treatment. We believe that centralizing the admission process will increase immediate access to care, and decrease the wait time for treatment and recovery services.
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2020 National African American Male Wellness Freedom Walk |
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ADAMH participated in the 2020 National African American Male Wellness Freedom Walk with a small group walking at our office downtown and others joining to walk in their own neighborhoods.
“Getting the care we need to be healthy, both physically and mentally, doesn’t show weakness - it makes you stronger!” - Erika Clark Jones, ADAMH CEO
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September is Recovery Month |
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September is Recovery Month! Check out our Recovery Month Toolkit and share inspiring stories of recovery across social media.
Recovery Happens. ADAMH is Where Better Begins.
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2020 ADAMH Annual Award Nominations |
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Do you know someone who is working in our system of care that deserves recognition for their amazing efforts?
ADAMH is accepting 2020 Annual Award Nominations!
Anyone can submit a nomination! Submit your nominations by Friday, September 4.
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ADAMH Annual Meeting Save the Date: October 20 |
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ADAMH will be hosting our Annual Meeting virtually this year!
Mark your calendars and plan to join us on Tuesday, October 20.
Additional details to come.
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Local Teens Release Groundbreaking Animated Album Addressing Socio-Emotional Learning During COVID-19 |
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The Paragon Project, a revolving collective of nationally recognized high school artists, has released its fourth album through all streaming channels as an animated album. The Paragon Project Col. 4: Add-A-Lesson, features students from Grammy-award winning Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center who created hip hop, R&B, afrobeat songs to tell the coming of age story of a young adult tackling trauma, social media addiction, depression, peer pressure, substance use and experimentation.
A free discussion guide accompanies the album to facilitate conversations about family relationships, drug use and mental health concerns between teachers, parents, caregivers and students.
ADAMH supports this important youth-led program and is using this new album, along with the accompanying Discussion Guide and Lyric Book, to address issues facing middle school and high school students enrolled in virtual or on-site summer day camps supported by ADAMH. The Paragon Project discussion guide has been adopted as the social emotional learning component of ADAMH-funded summer camps this year, helping teens learn and relate through songs and stories that were written, produced and arranged by fellow Central Ohio students.
“ADAMH is proud to sponsor this program that allows teens to explore their own experiences and hone their skills while inspiring other teens to address key social and emotional learning competencies of self-awareness, social awareness, responsible decision-making, self-management and relationship skills,” says Dr. Kevin Dixon, ADAMH Vice President of Community and Cultural Engagement.
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News Updates From Our Providers |
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We’re pleased to announce HandsOn Central Ohio is now LSS 211 Central Ohio! HandsOn joined the LSS Network of Hope on March 1 and now is fully integrated into the organization. The most important thing to know is that services aren’t changing. Anyone looking for a referral should still dial 2-1-1 as they normally would.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Are you an Ohio mother who has experienced mood challenges (depression, anxiety, or other symptoms) during pregnancy or postpartum? Would you like to offer other moms the kind of understanding support they need? VOLUNTEER WITH POEM! Volunteer opportunities are available for POEM and RISE, POEM's program for Black and African-American moms. Fall 2020 POEM volunteer training will be VIRTUAL and will take place September 19 from 9 am to 12 pm via Zoom. If you are interested in registering for the training, or if you would like more information, please contact poem@mhaohio.org.
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Join RISE. Get support meeting reminders by texting CTPOEMOHIO to 25827.
- Maryhaven Restoring Lives Virtual Celebration
Thursday | September 17 | 11 am – 12 pm
- Alvis, Inc. presents Portraits of Recovery
Tuesday | September 29 | 6 – 7 pm (drive-in parking opens at 5 pm)
These updates have been submitted by providers in the ADAMH System of Care. If you work for a provider in our network and want to see your update in the next ADAMH eNewsletter, send information to Leah Hooks at lhooks@adamhfranklin.org.
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ADAMH, the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board, is a Franklin County government agency which funds over 30 non-profits who offer mental health and substance abuse treatment and prevention programs to Franklin County residents. These community non-profit organizations provide quality mental health as well as alcohol and drug addiction treatment services. We are dedicated to providing Franklin County residents with affordable, high quality alcohol, drug and mental health care.
If you or someone you know needs treatment or services, call Netcare, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:
614.276.CARE (2273)
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