I was born in 1935 in Cushing, Texas, as the youngest of five children. My father was referred to as a “dirt farmer” in East Texas. Jim Crow was in effect at that time; the dirt farmers who were mostly black relied on the merchants to provide them with seed and fertilizer to farm. The dirt farmers had to pay them back at harvest time and usually had nothing left in the way of cash.
In all school districts in the country, you had to have enough students to make a school. Land was purchased adjacent to our land for that purpose. When the township dropped off the building materials, they dropped them on my family’s property instead of the school’s property. The two-room school house was built on our property, contributing to the impression that it was my school.
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"I seek to live by the words of Max Ehrmann"
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At CODAC Behavioral Healthcare, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse Visits the Front Lines in the Fight Against the Opioid Epidemic.
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SAMHSA Helps Translate Science Into Real-Life Practice
The newly launched Evidence-Based Resource Center aims to provide communities and clinicians with the tool kits and guidelines they need to make practical use of their evidence.
Publish date:
May 4, 2018
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has launched a new Resource Center, aiming to give communities, clinicians, policy makers, and others the tools they need to put evidence-based information into practice.
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Congratulations 2018 Graduates!
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Avie Marie Johnstone and Robert Stevenson graduated from Randall University. Avie earned a bachelor's degree in ministry, and Robert received a certificate of ministry.
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Gene Norman graduated from San Diego State University earning a bachelor's degree in
Psychology.
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Kevina Alsina graduated from San Bernardino Valley College with an associate degree in Addiction Studies. "Thanks to Ms. Moneymaker and everyone along the way."
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Martha Mesa graduated from Rio Hondo College with an associate degree in alcohol and drug studies on May 24th, 2018.
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Jullian Salazar graduated from San Diego City College.
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Patrick Gore graduated from Long Beach City College with an associate degree in alcohol and drug studies.
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"Teddy" Theodore Juan Tolliver, III, graduated from City College of San Francisco. "It's been a long time coming."
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Send us a picture of your graduate and we will showcase your special someone in the next CAADE Newsletter.
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6 Ways to Bring in More Positive Energy and Push Out the Bad
The only way to get a new result is to find a different way of doing things.
Posted Jun 04, 2018
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Have You Heard?
Assembly Bill 575 was passed and signed into law, effective January 1, 2018 thanks to the leadership of CAADE and the hard work of Paula Lee, CAADE's representative in Sacramento. This bill makes addiction counselors mandated reporters for Elder and Dependent Adult abuse.
You may be thinking, "Weren't we already required to report elder abuse?" Yes, but only ethically. Now that we are both legally and ethically mandated reporters for child and elder abuse. We enjoy the legal protections that come along with being mandated reporters, including protection from lawsuits. CAADE is proud to have taken another step forward in making addiction counseling on par with other helping professions.
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Exam Prep Workshops hosted by Fr. Jack Kearney will be held monthly at 5230 Clark Ave. Suite #14, Lakewood, CA 90712 . Please calendar the date that is right for you. Application forms will be active on the CAADE Website approaching the event.
Time 9:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday June 2nd
Saturday July 14th
Saturday August 11th
Saturday September 22nd
Saturday October 20th
Saturday November 24th
Saturday December 22nd
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Do you plan to advance your education in the field of Addiction Studies or related field?
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Volunteer to be a mentor!
As a volunteer for CAADE's mentorship program, you will have the opportunity to provide professional and academic guidance for students who are currently enrolled in CAADE-accredited programs through out their journey toward obtaining an addiction professional credential.
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The California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators recently revamped the CAADE Job Board. As a result of promotional efforts we are now connecting hundreds of qualified applicants with an array of employment opportunities throughout California. There are no longer costs associated with searching for qualified SUD professionals. Candidates post resumes and respond to positions at zero out of pocket cost. This is a win-win for all.
Showcase your agency in our newsletter and increase your recognition throughout the industry.
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Gary Knepper, one of the CAADE’s most valued members, grew up in Clovis, California, with two older sisters and one older brother. He retired from the Coast Guards in 1974 due to an injury. Not ready to embrace the retirement lifestyle, he decided to purchase a bar in Fresno, where he went on to become his own best customer. Fortunately, Gary was given the gift of sobriety in 1993. In 1999 he enrolled at Fresno City college where he completed his alcohol and drug studies program and became a certified counselor in 2001. After earning his credential, he continued his education and earned his associate degree in 2002 prior to beginning his employment at WestCare Foundation in Fresno, California.
Gary began volunteering at the CAADE Conferences in 2006 based on a request from Terry Melvin, CEO of the Training Institute for Addiction Counselors. He has been with CAADE every year since then. Each year he brings volunteers to assist with organizing the CAADE Conference. The conference volunteers are a core component of the annual conference. We are very grateful to Gary for his many years of exemplary service to CAADE.
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Many thanks to our Newsletters Sponsors
(Sponsor of the CAADE Newsletter. CAADE does not endorse or take responsibility for program content)
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