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In this Issue:
- News
- Events & Webinars
- Community Resources
- Los Recursos Familial en Español
- Family Resources in English
- Job Opportunities
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Spotlight On: THC is Changing | |
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The creation of THC is Changing was created in response to increased community need for resources on new THC products produced and sold in Wisconsin.
The THC is Changing Campaign was launched by the Northwoods Coalition Advisory Board THC ad-hoc committee. The images and design were created by the Creative Services team at Marshfield Clinic Health System.
This campaign was created for coalitions to use to educate the influencers of youth about the potential health hazards THC may cause while youth are targeted with the newest THC-infused products. Assets include fact sheets, a sample press release and talking points, and social media posts.
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Election Day is Tuesday, November 5 | |
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The 2024 election is just around the corner and we want to help you prepare for the big day. If you haven't already, and are planning to vote, here are three things to check:
Confirm you are registered to vote: Click on myvote.wi.gov.
Have a plan for getting to the polls: Free Rides to the Polls is a program of Souls to the Polls WI that offers free round-trip rides to Milwaukee area voters who would like to go vote or return their absentee ballots. Rides will be available on Tuesday, November 5, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free Rides Hotline Number: 414-742-1060.
Know where your polling place is: In addition to preparing how you're going to get to your polling place, double check that you know where you're going. Use the link below to locate the correct polling place for you!
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DHHS Strategic Planning Community Input Sessions
Milwaukee County
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The Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services is in the process of developing its 2025-2027 strategic plan, and the department wants to get your input on their draft priorities for the coming years.
There will be four sessions in November: two virtual and two in-person. Virtual sessions will be held via Microsoft Teams. The in-person sessions will be held at local libraries.
Monday, November 4: Virtual Session | 5 p.m. | Register
Thursday, November 7: Mitchell Street Library | 3:30 p.m.
Friday, November 8: Virtual Session | 10:30 a.m. | Register
Saturday, November 9: Capitol Branch Library | 1:30 p.m.
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Equipping Systems to Support American Indian and Alaska Native Families Affected by Substance Use
Thursday, November 7
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This webinar, hosted by the National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare (NCSACW), is tailored for systems that serve American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) families affected by substance use. It provides specific strategies and tools to equip the workforce to deliver culturally appropriate services for AI/AN families.
The webinar is scheduled from 12 to 1:30 p.m. on November 7.
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Verbal De-Escalation Techniques
Tuesday, November 12
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During this virtual workshop from Community Advocates Public Policy Institute, you will learn how to increase safety by utilizing verbal de-escalation techniques. Participants will explore foundational information on how to reduce the level of conflict through self-knowledge, understand how past experiences influence current behavior, and practice de-escalation. It will be held via Zoom from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on November 12.
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2024 Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit
Saturday, November 16
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Mayor Cavalier Johnson presents the Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit.
Workshops available:
- Co-Parenting Without Cohabitation
- Accountability for Domestic Violence
- Pardon vs. Expungement
- Understanding Mental Health
The summit will be held on Saturday, November 16, at Milwaukee Academy of Science, 2000 W. Kilbourn Avenue, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Find helpful resources, services, workshops, fellowship and more!
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2024 Milwaukee Cumbre de la Paternidad
Sábado 16 de noviembre
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El alcalde Cavalier Johnson presenta el Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit.
Talleres disponibles:
- Crianza compartida sin cohabitación
- Responsabilidad por violencia doméstica
- Indulto vs. eliminación de antecedentes penales
- Entender la salud mental
La cumbre se llevará a cabo el Sábado 16 de Noviembre en la escuela de Milwaukee Academy of Science, 2000 W. Kilbourn Avenue, de 9 a. m. a 2 p. m.
¡Encuentre recursos útiles, servicios, talleres, compañerismo y más!
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QPR Question Persuade Refer
Suicide Prevention Training
Tuesday, November 19
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The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. The signs of crisis are all around us. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.
This two-hour interactive introduction to suicide awareness and prevention will also cover statistics and intervention strategies. Hosted by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute, it will be held via Zoom from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on November 19.
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How To Create Communications to Clarify Cannabis Laws and Youth Health Risks Post-Election
Tuesday, November 19
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Save your seat to a new complimentary, educational webinar from the Rescue Agency to discover how to create campaigns that clarify the laws around cannabis and how it impacts developing brains. You'll learn how to motivate parents and mentors to proactively talk about cannabis with their children. The event will leverage findings from focus groups and real-life campaign implementations across the nation.
Learn practical strategies to develop compelling campaigns that result in more parents and mentors initiating pivotal conversations about cannabis.
This webinar will begin at 12 noon on November 19.
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ECOM Workshop
Veterans' Services & Reentry Services
Wednesday, November 20
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The Empowerment Coalition of Milwaukee (ECOM) is a monthly gathering of social services professionals, advocates, and consumers organized by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute. ECOM explores topics that are vital to Milwaukee’s human services professionals. This month's topic is Veterans' Services & Reentry Services.
This workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on November 20; location TBD. Fee is $5 for light refreshments and materials and can be paid via credit card. Registrations are not refundable. Kindly make sure to RSVP by November 15.
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Cigarillos: The Current Evidence on Youth and Young Adult Use of Cigarillos and Opportunities for Education in Hispanic Communities
Wednesday, November 20
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Join the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Center for Tobacco Products, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health’s Nuestras Voces Adelante Network Program, and Rescue Agency to discuss the current evidence of cigarillo use among youth and young adults and opportunities for tailored community education about the health risks of cigar products use among youth. Although cigarillos are a commonly used combustible commercial tobacco product among youth and young adults, harm perceptions of cigarillos are often lower than cigarettes. This is a public health concern as cigar products contain addictive nicotine and many of the same toxic chemicals found in cigarettes.
This webinar will be held at 12 noon on November 20.
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How To Create Effective Opioid-Focused Behavior Change Campaigns When You Don't Know Where To Start
Thursday, November 21
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The growing opioid crisis has amplified the need for new messaging approaches that effectively equip communities with the information and tools they need to prevent opioid use and reduce harm. As public health communicators, how can we equip both teens and adult role models and caregivers with the resources they need to respond to the opioid crisis? How can we create effective messaging strategies when there are so many problems to solve? This webinar from the Rescue Agency will be held at 1 p.m. on November 21.
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How Does Alcohol Impact the Lives of Older Adults - And What Can We Do About it?
Tuesday, December 3
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Join the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) for an informative and interactive free webinar.
As the population of older adults 65 and above expands rapidly, so do the rates of alcohol use and misuse among people within this age group. The body changes as we age, and these changes render people more susceptible to some of the harms that stem from alcohol use. To join this free webinar, send an RSVP by Monday, November 25, to dana.west@icf.com.
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Hey, there,
-- do you have:
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Job openings?
- Upcoming events?
- News to share?
- Suggestions?
Forward the information to Prevention@CommunityAdvocates.net.
Thank you for your service to Milwaukee!
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Black Clinicians Milwaukee
Black Clinicians Milwaukee LLC was formed in 2020 by six Black therapists in Milwaukee to collaborate with over 200 Black therapists in the Milwaukee area for the purposes of notworking, professional development, and to establish an informal referral network for individuals in Milwaukee community who request a Black therapist. View the Directory of Clinicians here.
Understanding Polysubstance Use and How to Make Health-Enhancing Choices
Created by the National Institute on Drug Abuse in collaboration with SHAPE America 2024, this lesson teaches the DECIDE model of decision making, which is a tool that can help teens feel equipped and empowered to make decisions that maintain or improve their health and well-being. Polysubstance use, or the mixing of two or more substances, is a dangerous but common practice and it is important for students to learn the risks of polysubstance use and how to make risk-aware decisions. Find the lesson here.
Courage in Connections: Better Ways to Cope and Milwaukee Turners
The Milwaukee Turners, with the support of Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services - Behavioral Health Services Better Ways to Cope Campaign, is offering Substance Abuse Recovery Support Circles. These sessions offer separate support circles for adults and youth to address substance abuse recovery needs. Sessions will be held at 1034 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave., Milwaukee.
- Youth Ages 13-17 | Thursdays at 4:30 p.m.
- Adults | Tuesdays from 5:30 to 5:45 p.m.
Contact Connie to learn more and register.
Alcohol and Cancer: Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative
Did you know that alcohol can damage your DNA? When DNA is damaged, cells can grow out of control and become cancerous. The more you drink, the higher your cancer risk. Click here for more information on alcohol and cancer.
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Los Recursos Familial en Español | |
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El cuidado de la salud mental y emocional
El bienestar mental y emocional es esencial para la salud integral. Al ayudar a los adolescentes a adoptar estrategias saludables para hacer frente a situaciones difíciles, usted puede prepararlos para que triunfen en la lucha contra el estrés y las circunstancias difíciles en el futuro. Esta actividad ayuda a promover la conciencia plena y enseña a los adolescentes a poner en práctica conductas que mejoran la salud, las cuales pueden contribuir a un mejor manejo del estrés y reducir las posibilidades de que exploren el consumo de drogas como una alternativa. Aprende más.
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Healthy MKE
De Milwaukee Health Care Partnership y Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services, el sitio web Healthy MKE ofrece una única fuente de información para los servicios públicos y privados en el condado de Milwaukee, donde los proveedores y los miembros de la comunidad pueden obtener la información que necesitan para ayudarse a sí mismos o a otros. Accede a ellos aquí.
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Programa de intervención familiar (FIP)
Objetivo del programa de intervención familiar es eliminar importantes barreras que impiden latinos y afroamericanos individuos y familias de buscar servicios de asesoría tradicional. Este programa de manejo de caso intensivo, basado en el hogar, enfoque familiar ofrece servicios de apoyo a las familias que luchan con el impacto de la adicción a la sustancia y la violencia doméstica. Servicios son proporcionados sin costo a la familia. Para obtener más información sobre el programa de intervención familiar, por favor llame a 414-270-4600. Aprende más.
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Family Resources in English | |
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Fall Semester - A Time for Parents to Discuss the Risks of College Drinking
Although some students go off to college already having some experience with alcohol, certain aspects of college life, such as unstructured time, the widespread availability of alcohol, inconsistent enforcement of underage drinking laws, and limited interactions with parents and other adults, can intensify the problem. For parents who want to discuss the consequences of drinking with their college students, a variety of helpful resources are available from the NIAAA College Drinking Prevention website.
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Addressing Substance Misuse Among Transition-Age Youth Not Attending College
Young adults ages 18 to 25, also defined as transition-age youth, are at high risk for substance misuse, particularly alcohol and marijuana use. Preventing substance misuse among transition-age youth and young adults means giving them the tools to manage stress in healthy ways that don't impede their future life goals. Click here for some approaches that work well with this age group.
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Positive Options for Women Entering Recovery
Are you worried about your drinking or drug use? You aren’t alone. The Positive Options for Women Entering Recovery (POWER) is here to help. The Milwaukee Women’s Center’s POWER provides FREE day treatment for women struggling with alcohol and other drug issues. Click here to learn more or call 414-270-4600 to get help.
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Family Intervention Program (FIP)
Struggling with drug and alcohol use can make you feel alone. Not being able to find a counselor who understands your unique treatment needs can make things even harder. The Family Intervention Program is a no-cost, bilingual English and Spanish drug and alcohol treatment program specifically designed for Black and Latinx individuals and families in Milwaukee. To learn more about the Milwaukee Women’s Center’s Family Intervention Program, please call 414-270-4600 or click this link.
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