We inspire families and individuals to overcome the disease of
addiction by creating real, long-term solutions!
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From the Desk of Ana Gopoian
October was a tremendously busy month! The Annual Gala Brunch and then.... BIG NEWS - TriCircle Offices on the move! We are excited to announce what will soon be our new location:
169 Colony Street
Second Fl. Room 28
Meriden, CT 06451
We look forward to sharing space with the Women and Families Center. This will allow for wonderful opportunities for us to expand the reach of our resources and support services due to collaborative partnerships and increased accessibility with bus and train stops close by.
Together WE are Stronger!
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The 4th Annual TriCircle Gala Brunch
Sunday, October 23,
was a wonderful event celebrating HOPE!!
A HUGE THANK YOU to
Wallingford Elks Lodge #1365
for being an incredible host to this event!
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Special Recognition to:
MC- Keith McGilvery
Special Speaker - Shayla Borruso Williams
Chef Bernie Staggers
Pianist and Vocals - Joe Grieco
2022 Scholarship Winners - Janeisa Gonzalez Carrero and Brittany LaMarr
Our Frens - Gizmo and Gadget and Jen
Volunteers of the Year - Trish Williams and Pat Frankopoulos
Business of the Year - Connecticut Clearinghouse
Excellence Award - Paula LaJoie, The Story Barn
Certificates of Appreciation - Ian Brooks and Eric Larson
The following program sponsors and raffle donors did not make it into our event program, and we want to share our appreciation and take the opportunity to list them here:
Wheeler Health
Garage Armor Apoxy Flooring
Farmer Joe's Gardens LLC Farm & Farm Store
Alliance for Prevention & Wellness a program of BHcare
TODAY I MATTER Poster Project
My Hair Studio LLC
Wallingford ShopRite
Lyman Orchards
For your viewing pleasure, we have included the event program for more information about our sponsors, donors, speakers and our services by clicking the link below.
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Our November Spotlight
Meet the 2022 Recipients of the TriCircle Memorial Scholarships:
Brittany LaMarr and Janeisa Gonzalez Carrero
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Our scholarship recipients receive their checks at our Annual Gala Brunch! |
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Brittany La Marr
Brittany is a tireless advocate for human rights, youth justice, and legal policy reforms across state, national, and international levels.
Brittany has a B.A. in Political Science from UConn, where she is also an MPP & J.D. Candidate. Brittany personifies the power of education as an alum of Yale Law School’s Access to Law Fellowship and a Frederic Bastiat Fellow of the Mercatus Center at George Mason University.
She brings her unique blend of lived experience and scholarship to her many leadership roles, serving as: Project Manager of the Juvenile Justice Policy and Oversight Committee with the Tow Youth Justice Institute, Smart Justice Leader with the ACLU of Connecticut, Justice Advisor with Connecticut Justice Alliance, State Lead Advocate with STAND, European/American Prison Project lead with the Institute of Municipal and Regional Policy, and a member of the New England Commission on the Future of Higher Education Behind Bars.
Brittany's extensive experience and education will enable Brittany to bring about much needed change impacting those pursuing education and justice on the inside.
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Janeisa Gonzalez Carrero
Janeisa grew up in a family suffering from substance abuse. The impact of such an upbringing inspired Janeisa to help others with their struggles.
Janeisa became a homeowner at 22 and has pursued higher education as her path on her journey, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology and Criminal Justice.
She has worked at CMHA, assisting clients within a mental health setting as a case manager for older individuals who have been diagnosed with severe multiple mental health issues such as schizophrenia and substance abuse. Her compassion and understanding are traits that connect her to those she helps.
Janiesa is pursuing a Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology. Her lived experiences, her empathy, and her knowledge will ensure that Janeisa will continue to be a valuable asset to those who are suffering from substance abuse and mental health issue.
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November
- Tuesday, November 29 - Giving Tuesday. Set your alarm for 8:00 am to increase your chances of a matching gift from Facebook!
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Wednesday, Nov 30 at 6:30 - Fundraising and Events
December
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Thursday, Dec 1 - 9AM - NOON - Zoom Webinar - Opioids: A Multifaceted Approach From Tapering and Withdrawal Treatment to Chronic Treatment and Overdose Prevention. 1.5CE hours
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Sunday, Dec 4 - TriCircle 5th Annual Holiday Meeting
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Opioids: A Multifaceted Approach From Tapering and Withdrawal Treatment to Chronic Treatment and Overdose Prevention
Thursday, Dec 1, 9AM - Noon
FREE Zoom Webinar
CE credit
This session will explore the opioid epidemic from a variety of aspects. Following the professional presenter, there will be a panel discussion including people with substance use lived experience.
Feature speaker: Stephanie Nichols, PharmD, MPH, BCPS, BCPP, FCCP, is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy in the UNE School of Pharmacy, Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry in the Tufts School of Medicine, and Core Faculty for the Maine Medical Center/Veteran’s Affairs Addiction Medicine Physician Fellowship Program.
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Spread the Seeds of Change for Children Gift Drive 2022
TheCharityChallenge.net is once again hosting our Spread the Seeds of Change for Children
Holiday Gift Drive! Click on the link below to head to the Gift Drive FB group for more info and postings soon about how you can help!
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It was disappointing that TriCircle supporter and friend, Jay "Majors" Raposo, was unable to join us as a special speaker at this year's Gala Brunch event as planned. We are pleased that he is recovering from a bout of the flu and would like to share his recently released video:
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Click here for an event link to our Setback games.
Join us for card games and fun at 1741 Pub & Grill at Lyman Orchards in Middlefield!
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Together WE are Stronger!
TriCircle is looking for people who are action oriented and passionate about our cause or a need for community service hours to work with the Fundraising & Events Advisory Board. Without additional volunteers, we will not be able to continue to offer all of the events and services of the past.
This month, on Wednesday, November 30th, at 6:30pm, we welcome you to join us! Please contact: [email protected] for information about joining the meeting!
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Has TriCircle helped you find
Hope and Support?
We are seeking testimonials to feature on our NEW website. If you have found benefit from our support groups or clinical services and are willing to share a testimonial on our website, please send your submission to: [email protected]
If any of our readers know of an organization, group or idea that will add strength, availability and reach to our collaborations and services, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Do you enjoy reading our newsletter?
Do you know someone who might also like to
receive The TriCircle Connection each month?
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WANT TO HELP?
DO ALL YOUR SHOPPING ON
AMAZON SMILE!
It is so easy! First, be sure to sign up on Amazon Smile and choose
TriCircle, Inc. as your recipient organization. Do all your shopping online! Then, every single time you make a purchase from the Smile.Amazon site, a percentage will be donated to us! It doesn’t cost you a thing!
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Facebook May Double Your Donation on Nov. 29th!
We are very grateful for the generosity of all our supporters. Whether it is time, talent or treasure that you give throughout the year, your contribution is essential to our mission and vision and is greatly appreciated!
This year, Giving Tuesday falls on November 29. If you are able to make a donation, consider setting your alarm for 8:00 am EST that morning to increase your chances of receiving a 100% match from Facebook!
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TriCircle and consider a donation today!
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Click the images below or scan the QR code to find out how!
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