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Barnstable County Regional Substance Addiction Council (RSAC) monthly E-newsletter is a tether of communication across towns, providers, organizations, and individuals on Cape Cod providing information on substance use across the continuum of prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery. | |
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST DRUG ABUSE AND ILLICIT TRAFFICKING | |
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2024 Theme: "The evidence is clear: invest in prevention"
The International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, or World Drug Day, is marked on June 26 every year to strengthen action and cooperation in achieving a world free of drug abuse. The aim of this year’s campaign is to raise awareness about the importance of treating people who use drugs with respect and empathy; providing evidence-based, voluntary services for all; offering alternatives to punishment; prioritizing prevention; and leading with compassion. The campaign also aims to combat stigma and discrimination against people who use drugs by promoting language and attitudes that are respectful and non-judgmental.
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HEALTH IMPERATIVES HARM REDUCTION AND SEXUAL HEALTH SERVICES | |
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Health Imperatives' Hyannis clinic offers harm reduction services, medications for addiction treatment, HCV curative treatment, infectious disease testing and treatment, sexual health services, reproductive health services including abortion, gender affirming hormone treatment, and WIC services.
Our Hyannis clinic is located at 1019 Iyannough Rd., Hyannis. We are open Monday through Friday.
For more information or to make an appointment, call (508) 771-8010.
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SUPPORT AFTER A DEATH BY OVERDOSE (SADOD) HARM REDUCTION YOURSELF WORKSHOP | |
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Harm reduction is a term that has been thrown around a great deal lately in many different ways for many different purposes. This begs the question: What is harm reduction and how can it be applied in people's personal lives as well as broadly? This workshop, led by Gabriel Quaglia, SADOD's Direct Service Provider Program Manager, will cover the history of harm reduction, and what it could mean in different contexts as well as how we might practice it.
After this training you will be able to:
- Understand the roots of harm reduction and what it means
- Discuss how we can practice harm reduction with ourselves and others
- Understand how practices may or may not be harm reduction-focused or informed.
This workshop will take place virtually via Zoom on June 25th, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM ET. . Learn more and register here. Please note this workshop has a $10 fee for individuals outside of Massachusetts. Massachusetts residents may attend this workshop for free due to funding from MA-BSAS by using promo code MASS at the time of registration.
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WHY LGBTQ+ YOUTH ARE AT INCREASED RISK FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE & HOW YOU CAN HELP | |
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Youth who identify as LGBTQ+, an umbrella acronym that encompasses different sexual orientations and gender identities, face a heightened risk for substance use because of the stigma and discrimination they often experience.
You can help protect your LGBTQ+ child from substance use by being supportive of their identity, offering unconditional love and support, and responding quickly and effectively if your child shows signs of risk.
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HOW TO PROTECT YOUR LGBTQ+ CHILD FROM THE RISK OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE | |
From mood swings to rebellion, the teen years can be a time of risk-taking and limit-testing. Ever-changing social media posts, friendships, classes, clubs, family responsibilities, romantic interests and more freedom can lead to a sense of belonging, excitement, and happiness one moment while resulting in feelings of isolation, anxiety, sadness and low self-esteem in the next. | |
VINFEN RECOVERY CONNECTION CENTER | |
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Tuesday, June 18, 2024, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
106 Bassett Lane, Unit 2, Hyannis, MA
Enjoy light refreshments, games, and art as you learn more about our center and all the opportunities we offer our members!
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1 in 4 children are affected by someone's drinking. You are not alone. Alateen Can Help. Join our meetings on Thursdays at 5:00 PM at The Pause, located at 250 Underpass Road, Brewster, MA 02631. | |
FIRST STEPS TOGETHER: COMMUNITY OF PEOPLE PARENTING IN RECOVERY | |
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Pregnancy and parenting young children can be a hopeful and exciting time. It can also be stressful and overwhelming, especially while working on your recovery.
FIRST Steps Together offers...
- Support for your recovery and parenting journeys from someone in recovery who has been there and understands
- A space to connect with other parents in recovery
- Help with your other services and providers Connections to resources and agencies to help with housing, benefits, childcare, and other needs
- Groups, care coordination, and the option of working with a mental health counselor
- Flexible services at home, in the community and/or online
You may qualify if you are expecting a child or are a parent of at least one child up to age
10 (even if they don't live with you) AND you have ever used opioids, stimulants or other substances.
If this sounds like a good fit for you, contact us:
Christina Russell (774) 722-3305
crussell@capecodchildrensplace.com
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LGBTQIA+ IN RECOVERY: PROVIDING INCLUSIVE ADDICTION TREATMENT | |
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Tuesday, June 18th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST
LGBTQIA+ people seeking treatment for an alcohol or substance use disorder face unique challenges that can prevent their sustained recovery.
This is just one reason why LGBTQIA+ patients experience higher rates of alcohol and substance use disorders. But despite a well-documented need for culturally competent, inclusive addiction treatment programs, these patients often find their options are limited.
Join BrightView’s Amy Aydelotte, Director of New Market Development, Jennifer Curran, Addiction Medicine Advanced Practitioner, and Kendra Collins, Case Manager as they discuss how providers can ensure their addiction treatment is considerate of sexual orientation and gender identity.
Attendees will:
- Discuss why LGBTQIA+ patients experience higher rates of addiction
- Learn how bias and stigma impact patient outcomes
- Identify the challenges preventing inclusive treatment
- Understand how to create a safe and supportive environment
This forum includes an open discussion where attendees can ask questions of our presenters.
For more information about this event, please contact: info@brightviewhealth.com.
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A PROVIDER'S INTRODUCTION TO SUBSTANCE USE TREATMENT FOR LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, AND TRANSGENDER INDIVIDUALS | |
This publication was developed through a systematic and innovative process in which
clinicians, researchers, program and administrative managers, policymakers, and
other Federal, State, and independent experts were brought together for a series of intensive
sessions. These individuals reviewed and discussed current administrative and clinical
practices for treating substance-abusing lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals and then wrote and edited the resulting document.
The goal of this process was to improve and advance substance abuse treatment for a community of individuals whose health care needs are often ignored, denigrated, or denied.
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NEW ENGLAND ASSOCIATION OF RECOVERY COURT PROFESSIONALS ANNUAL CONFERENCE | |
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SAVE THE DATE! The New England Association of Recovery Court Professionals (NEARCP) presents its annual conference entitled Recovery Courts: Where Justice, Treatment and Recovery Meet.
The event takes place Wednesday, November 20th through Friday, November 22nd, 2024. Location: DoubleTree by Hilton at 50 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA.
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JOIN US FOR A COFFEE WITH CLEANSLATE! | |
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Come meet our team, including behavioral health counselors, providers, and medical staff, to hear about all the updates to our recovery services!
Light food and beverages provided! Bring your business cards for a raffle prize at the center!
Details:
When: Thursday, July 25th
What Time: 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Where: Cleanslate Centers, 61 Industrial Park Road, Plymouth, MA 02630
Questions? Call Alexis Flaherty at (413) 409-0867.
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DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH SEEKS TO INCREASE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP | |
The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking to increase its membership of their Human Rights Committee. The group meets four times per year. If you are interested or have questions about the role, please reach out to Kathleen Moriarty who coordinates the Human Rights Committee at (508) 564-9655 or kathleen.moriarty@mass.gov. | |
FOOD ACCESS CAPE COD
Be sure to download our Cape & Islands Food Access Resource Guide, Spring 2024! This publication is updated regularly by the Barnstable County Cape Cod Cooperative Extension and contains all the information you need for food accessibility.
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BUY FRESH BUY LOCAL 2024 GUIDE | |
ARE YOU REPRESENTED ON OUR NETWORK OF CARE SERVICE DIRECTORY WEBSITE? | |
The Barnstable County Department of Human Services’ Network of Care (NOC) SERVICE DIRECTORY website, is a robust local health and human services directory with resources for individuals, families, and agencies on Cape Cod with public health questions and concerns.
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