On June 24-27, 2022, we are hosting University of Youth Power IN PERSON, a for-youth-by-youth social justice conference that is modeled after a college experience.
UYP is the premier youth peer leadership conference that provides youth and young adults to become change agents. The UYP conference provides young people an opportunity to build skills and expand their professional network. Young people ages 18 to 30 can register for this for-youth-by-youth social justice conference with one of the following majors:
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- Peer Advocacy
- Systems Advocacy
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- Recovery Advocacy
- Disability Leadership
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The Disability Leadership track is for Youth ages 14 - 24.
More information on scholarships, sponsorships, exhibiting, etc. is available below in the Youth Power section.
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June, 2022
'The Voice' is Families Together in New York State's monthly newsletter with information that is important to families, and youth across the State of New York.
For further information visit our website:
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Families Together in NYS Regional Parent Advisors Around the State |
New York City Regional Parent Advisor Diana Mendez exhibiting on behalf of the NYS Office of Mental Health at a Queens PRIDE event sponsored by Assemblymember Catalina Cruz. |
Long Island Regional Parent Advisor Cheryl Williams exhibiting at the Long Islands Welcome Center. |
Attention Parents & Caregivers: |
Seeking Feedback from Family Members of Children Receiving Services from any System
The NYS Office of Mental Health, along with other state partners, families, youth, and advocacy organizations, is developing a family toolkit to provide easy to understand information on where to go when children are experiencing challenges and hints on how to decide what type of services might be most needed and appropriate to meet families’ needs. A particular focus will be for those children and youth that need services to address both mental health and developmental disabilities needs.
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Families Together in New York State stands with love, and support, of Uvalde and we grieve for the victims and their families.
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Statement provided by Kim Kaiser, Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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FANS Technical Assistance Office Hours
Multiple Dates
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Overview of NYS
Office of Mental Health Field Offices
Wednesday, June 22nd
1:00-3:00 PM
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Hosted by Families Together
Parent Advisors
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Artivism: Creative
& Empowered
For Change
July 23rd, 2022
2:00-5:00 PM
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University of
Youth Power
June 24 - 27, 2022
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The Invitation to Change Approach
July 27, 2022
10:00AM-2:00PM
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FANS Basic Training
August 8, 9, 10 & 11, 2022
10:00AM-12:00PM
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June is Pride Month!
(click on pictures to enlarge them)
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2022 FTNYS End of Session Update |
On a brighter note, the long-standing scope of practice issue for certain mental health licensed practitioners has finally been resolved, allowing more clinicians to diagnose and removing one more barrier to access for families and young people. It is our sincere hope that the resolution of this issue will free up bandwidth to discuss other pressing concerns related to behavioral health access.
And as always, here is a comprehensive report from Carreau-Consulting that details the outcomes of these priorities and many more.
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Celebrate Juneteenth with Families Together & Honest Weight! |
Juneteenth is American History and the testament to the road that must be taken to create a better world.
Texas, June 19, 1865, 2 1/2 years after Slavery ended and 2 months after the confederacy surrendered. Union soldiers took control and delivered Lincolns executive order.
We commemorate this day of emancipation, Freedom and Jubilee.
While remembering those who advocated for one of the insidious systems in American History. Advocacy is a journey to transform and uplift the voices of those who struggle. Celebrate with us by clicking the links below. Attend Juneteenth events, educate your family and friends about this pivotal moment in history.
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Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won, you earn it and win it in every generation.
— Coretta Scott King
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Art submission deadline: Friday, July 1st
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Resources for families affected by COVID-19; Prioritizing mental and physical health while staying home.
Families Together is here to help.
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2021 FTNYS Digital Advocacy Center
Stay up-to-date with all our advocacy efforts and use emails, social media, and phone calls. We might have to stay home, but our advocacy doesn't have to.
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Scholarships - We encourage the education and empowerment of young people with social, emotional, behavioral health, and cross-system challenges by offering scholarships to the University of Youth Power (UYP). If selected for a scholarship, you can attend UYP for FREE. Apply through the link below.
Exhibiting - Youth Power is seeking NYS organizations to table for the UYP Resource Fair. This year more than ever it is critical that youth receive information about your services to explore successful collaborations between New York State and Youth/Family Peer Support programs and health plans. Find out when the Resource Fair is through the link below.
Sponsorship - Become a sponsor! Your sponsorship will underwrite the registration fee for youth to attend UYP. Your logo will be on all written and virtual materials and on our webpage!
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'Reflections on Foster Care Awareness Month' from Mariama Toe-Freeland, NYC Regional Youth Partner
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AVAILABLE POSITION:
Western Region Youth Partner
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants must send a resume with a formal cover letter, outlining their lived experience as a youth as described in the qualifications below, to employment@ftnys.org in order to be considered.
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Join the Youth Power Advisory Council |
Youth Peer Meetings Are Here for You! |
Join Our Peer Supervisors Meetings |
FREE Youth Recovery Institute Training! |
Mobilize Recovery Across America
National Bus Tour
September 5-18, 2022
Launching from Las Vegas during Labor Day weekend 2022, Mobilize Recovery Across America will depart on a west to east cross-country bus tour — highlighting the recovery experience that is so unique in different regions throughout America. The 14-day tour will travel 3,000 miles from the west coast — across the heartland — landing in New York City on September 18th.
End overdose. End addiction.
Inspire solutions for recovery.
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Family Engagement in Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Services |
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in adolescents can have serious consequences for the young individual and their family. As a result, there are several SUD services available to service providers. Seeking those services can be daunting and overwhelming for everyone in the family. However, with adequate attention to engagement, participation in treatment can be successful for all. |
A Practitioner's Resource Guide: Helping Families to Support Their LGBT Children |
This resource guide offers information and resources to help practitioners in health and social service systems implement best practices to engage and help families and caregivers support their lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQI+) children. |
Important Changes Are Coming to New York Medicaid, Child Health Plus and the Essential Plan
Do you or a family member currently have health insurance through New York State Medicaid, Child Health Plus or the Essential Plan? When the COVID-19 public health emergency ends, New York State will resume eligibility reviews and renewals for people enrolled in these programs. This means you may need to take action to renew your health insurance or the
insurance of your family members. Here are some things you can do now to get ready.
1) Sign up for text alerts. Sign up to receive SMS/MMS Text alerts from NY State of Health so you don't miss important health insurance updates, including when it's time to renew your
coverage. To subscribe, text START to 1-866-988-0327.
2) Make sure your address is up to date. Make sure NY State of Health or your local Medicaid
office has your current mailing address, phone number and email address so they can contact you about your health insurance.
If you have insurance through with NY State of Health, call 1-855-355-5777 (TTY: 1-800-662-
If you have Medicaid through your county’s Medicaid office or through New York City’s Human
Resources Administration (HRA), contact your local office to update your address and contact
information
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New York’s FREE and confidential COVID-19 Emotional Support Helpline
1-844-863-9314
8:00am – 10:00pm / 7 Days per week
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EMPOWERING FAMILIES. COORDINATING SYSTEMS.
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