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Through this institute, we hope continue to offer trainings and support to the behavioral health practitioners throughout southwestern PA.

21/07/2022

Young African American boys and men can be affected by toxic environments. That's why the Institute for Research on Poverty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is hosting a webinar on August 17th, from 2:00-3:00 PM, to educate professionals on the risk factors that develop when young people are exposed to racism and poverty.

Register today using the link below:
https://irpwisc.formstack.com/forms/youth_trauma

19/07/2022

Hosted by Embark Behavioral Health, join a FREE webinar, on July 28th at 12:00 PM, that will inform mental health professionals on how mental health and biases affect diverse populations, in honor of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.

Register today using the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-disparities-in-diverse-populations-tickets-291416212737?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch

14/07/2022

Many individuals may not be ready to engage in treatment, so recovery support services are essential in helping clients before and after treatment. Implementing harm prevention strategies can aid in preventing overdoses and preparing individuals for treatment prior to receiving it.

That's why the National Council for Mental Wellbeing is hosting a FREE webinar on July 28th from 3:00-4:00 PM.

Register using the link below:
https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/event/harm-reduction-and-recovery-support-services-complementing-and-supporting-pharmacotherapy-for-substance-use-disorders/

12/07/2022

On July 14th 2022 from 11AM - 2PM, be a part of the Westmoreland County Human Services Resource Fair at the Westmoreland County Community College (WCCC) campus in Youngwood, PA.

Learn about Human Services Resources in Westmoreland County and non-profit agencies, professionals, community members, and
others who provide these services.

This is a FREE event open to the public. A boxed lunch and Kona Ice per participant will be provided.

05/07/2022

When we look , we find that mental health conditions do not discriminate, but BIPOC communities face unique barriers to mental health treatment. That's why it's critical to check in on your mental well-being by taking a free, confidential mental health screening!

Get screened at:
https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/

30/06/2022

As June comes to an end, it's important to know that being LGBTQ+ is not a mental health condition. However, mental health struggles among the LGBTQ+ community are at higher rates compared to straight and cisgender individuals. That's why Mental Health of America is sharing resources and information for the LGBTQ+ community:

mhanational.org/pride

23/06/2022

HIV testing benefits your health and well-being when you know your status. That's why the CDC is promoting National HIV Awareness Day on June 27th, and the theme for 2022 is "HIV Testing is Self-care".

Learn more about testing options below:
https://www.cdc.gov/stophivtogether/hiv-testing/?s_cid=so_togetherconsumertk0060

21/06/2022

It's crucial for mental health professionals to gain a better understanding of the lasting effects racial stress and intergenerational trauma have on marginalized communities. That's why Central East MHTTC is collaborating with presenters to provide a FREE webinar on June 23rd from 1:00-2:00PM. Participants are eligible for certificates of completion!

Register using the link below:
https://mhttcnetwork.org/centers/central-east-mhttc/event/exploring-racial-stress-and-intergenerational-trauma

16/06/2022

During today's 988 Day of Visibility, by NAMI and its partners, learn the importance of building a care system for everyone experiencing mental health or su***de crisis. To do this, we need to , so every community can have access to receive critical, mental health responses.

Learn more about 988 Day of Visibility below:
https://reimaginecrisis.org/

14/06/2022

Let's take the time to honor and acknowledge those making a difference in our rural communities by nominating a person or an organization for the Community Stars Recognition Program! Sponsored by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) and in conjunction with National Rural Health Day (November 17), Community Stars nominations will highlight "Stars" from every state. The deadline for nominations is August 1st, 2022!

Click the link below and scroll for more information and to submit a nomination!
https://www.powerofrural.org/nominate-a-community-star/

07/06/2022

Opioid use and its consequences remain a serious problem throughout the country, and it's worsened since the beginning of the pandemic.

That's why Central East PTTC is hosting the second part of their webinar series on June 14th, from 1:00-2:30 PM, to discuss opioid trends and causes, evidence-based prevention interventions, and more. Click the link below to register today!
https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/central-east-pttc/event/ongoing-opioid-epidemic-part-2-lessons-learned-and-looking-ahead

02/06/2022

June is Pride Month! It's a time to remember history, celebrate how far we’ve come in advancing the rights of LGBTQ+ people, and the efforts to continue the fight for equality and against discrimination and hatred.

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