NYWe-works: Issue No. 5

September 2004

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This issue:
Education
*    SAMHSA
*    Supportive Housing Network of NY
*    USPRA (IAPSRS)
News Briefs
*    Bazelon
*    Boston University
*    Families USA
*    Mental Health Alternatives to Solitary Confinement
*    NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
*    NYC Department of Small Business Services
*    SAMHSA
*    VESID
Publications
*    Bazelon
*    Center for Law and Social Policy
*    NAMI-New York State
*    NYS Office of Mental health
*    President's New Freedom Commission
*    Training Resource Network

Education:

  • SAMSHA has launched a multimedia mental health education effort over three years with the goal of increasing awareness of stigma and discrimination connected to mental illness. To obtain more information on "Mental Health: It's Part of Our Lives", go to: http://www.samhsa.gov/news/newsreleases/040524nr_ebi.htm
  • Supportive Housing Network of NY is hosting two forums: "Introduction to Homelessness & Supportive Housing" including a discussion on employment with Michael Golub on Friday September 10, 8:30am - 12:00pm; and "A Proactive Leadership Approach to Vocational Program - Buy-In & Integration", Thursday September 23, 9:30am - 11:30am with Steve Dudasik, MHA of NYC. The Network cost is $30 for members, $50 for non-members. E-mail [email protected] for more information.
  • USPRA has posted updated information on the CPRP exam and renewal protocols. Professional references are no longer required on applications. New on-line practice tests, test dates for spring and mid-year 2005, and renewal guidelines for current CPRPs are available. For information on exams and certification go to: http://www.uspra.org/certification/

News Briefs:

  • Bazelon has put together a questionnaire to help individuals learn how Congressional candidates will support the goals of the President's New Freedom Commission o