December | 2020

December Announcements, News, & Updates

MHC virtual Membership Meeting

December 14 8:30am-10:30am Presenter: Matthew S. Bennett Speaker, trainer, author of Connection Paradigms Self-Care Like You've Never Thought About It Before Trauma-informed leadership with Matt Bennett We started the year off with strong intentions to manage stress and take care of ourselves. Those of us working in social services have experienced a new level of stress and fatigue in 2020! Now is a perfect time to take a breather and learn with Matt Bennett about trauma-informed leadership and self-care.

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Password: MHCMEMBER REGISTER HERE

NEW STEP For Joining MHC Zoom Meeting! Those who attended November's meeting know that we had an uninvited participant who left a very vile and disturbing comment in the chat box. Although we can’t 100% guarantee this won't happen again, the Engagement Committee decided to add this registration step to attain a higher level of security to reduce the chances.

Parenting in an Age of Uncertainty December 1 6:30pm-8:30pm Dr. Ken Ginsburg talks directly to parents in this FREE Webinar! You don't want parents you serve to miss this opportunity to join Dr. Ken Ginsburg as he discuss ways to strengthen family and children during these challenging times, and gain critical and lifelong resilience skills! REGISTER HERE

Webinar Hosted by MHC'S Community Education Campaign

The goal of the MHC campaign, Recognize & Rise, is to strengthen our community by educating the public on the impact of trauma, toxic stress, and adversity, while showcasing trauma-informed organizations, resources, practices, and expertise in Tarrant County. If we recognize trauma, foster empathy, and build connections, we can truly rise together!

We need you! To learn more about becoming a member, click the link below. LEARN MORE

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Mission: To provide psychological therapy and assessment to all individuals, regardless of socio-economic status. Ultimate Objective: To reduce individual psychological turmoil and empower the communities served. The Telos Project is a non-profit public benefit corporation whose ongoing aim is to remove barriers to therapeutic, mental health, and community services in the state of Texas. Read more >> www.TheTelosProject.org

OVER 100 ATTENDEES! CLICK HERE for  NOVEMBER MEETING November Monthly Membership Meeting Protecting Children in a Digital World Did you miss the last meeting? We've got you covered! Click link to watch/listen: Julie Evans CEO, Alliance for Children Sgt. Tarik Muslimovic Arlington Police Department Detective Nate Bishop Arlington Police Department

MHC Members- Post your messages! The Message Board is emailed monthly to over 1,000 MHC subscribers! Learn how you can post your message! CLICK HERE

ACCESS Quarterly Education Luncheon December 9, 12pm-1pm

Opportunity for front line staff, including intake, receptionists, peer support, and other para-professions to: Network while learning about available services provided by other member organizations. Become trauma-informed and responsive to those seeking services through calls or visits to our offices.

Join the ACCESS Quarterly Meeting >> Meeting ID: 229 161 5408 | Passcode: 427817

HELP the ACCESS Committee plan 2021 by completing this quick questionnaire. Take the ACCESS Committee Questionnaire

COMMITTEE NEWS Email Committee Chairs for more information.

ENGAGEMENT: DiAnn Rucker [email protected] Shantrice McWilliams-Dolphus smcwilliamsdolphus@perimeterhealthcare. com CULTURAL COMPETENCY: Estrella Griggs [email protected] Eric Remington [email protected]

GRANTS: Gary Kesling [email protected] ACCESS: Cristal Clark [email protected] SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS: Ottis Goodwin [email protected] Tracy Koller [email protected]

NO DECEMBER CLC Committee Meeting

Click below for info on: COVID-19 Screening & Testing Telehealth Resources

www.TarrantCares.org

Happy Holidays from MHC!