Wellbeing Wednesdays Alcohol Use Disorder: Our Nation’s Hidden Epidemic Wednesday, September 28 | 2pm-3pm ET Recovery Month provides an opportunity to discuss our nation’s hidden epidemic – alcohol use disorder (AUD). Deaths involving AUD increased dramatically during the pandemic, according to a study by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The study also found that young adults 25 to 44 years ...
What is a Story Circle? A Story Circle is a small group of individuals sitting in a circle, sharing stories from their own experience. About this virtual event As each person in turn shares a story, a richer and more complex story emerges. By the end, people see both real differences and things their stories have in common. A Story ...
COME CELEBRATE WITH US! Over 20 years, many things have changed in the Recovery Movement, but our dedication to the mission has never wavered. Through your ongoing support we have been able to connect and help recovery community organizations around the world and continue to work to change the way addiction and recovery are understood and embraced through advocacy, education ...
About the Training “There are many epidemics in Indian Country and gossip and negativity are two of the biggest ones.” - NWI Training participant, November 2013. The Native Wellness Institute has heard many, many stories and examples of unhealthy workplaces over the years. In response, we have developed a Wellness in the Workplace training that helps participants better understand where unhealthy ...
The Gathering of Native Americans (GONA) is an almost four-decade-old proven model to assist communities to heal from the lasting impacts of colonization. Historical and intergenerational trauma is at the root of hopelessness and healing is the answer to trauma. The GONA follows four developmental phases and values of Belonging, Mastery, Interdependence and Generosity. Who Should Attend Staff members in ...
True North Recovery announces a ribbon cutting ceremony for Dylan’s Place, located in the new Day One Center: What: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 1-3:00 pm Open house until 5:00pm Where: 2650 Broadview Ave, Wasilla, AK 99654 When: Friday, November 4 True North Recovery’s Day One Center operates as a Behavioral Health Urgent Care whose goal is to ...
Honoring Sierra: A Pop-Up Art Show to Benefit Alaska Seeds of Change November 4, 5- 7 pm 2601 Arctic Boulevard, Anchorage Anchorage, Alaska – October 5, 2022 Sierra Rae Parker was an artist, graphic designer, animal lover, world traveler, actress and musician who lived in Alaska most of her 33 years. For several years, she volunteered with Alaska Seeds of ...
We need your help! Project HOPE will soon be receiving a shipment of 3,000 Opioid Rescue Kits which contain a lifesaving medicine called naloxone. Once built, these kits will be distributed all over Alaska to combat the opioid epidemic and save lives. Come help us build these kits on November 9. All are welcome! RSVP: forms.anchoragepublichealth.com/opioidkits
This training is for those interested in serving as advocates for evidence-based alcohol policies. This advocacy work supports our long-term goal of reducing harm caused by underage and excessive drinking. Learning objectives: After completing the entire training program, trainees will be able to: Define what is meant by alcohol policies. Identify the most feasible and effective policies to fit a ...
Webinar: Implementing Community-Level Policies to Prevent Alcohol Misuse Thursday, November 10, 2022 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET Join the PTTC Network and SAMHSA for an upcoming webinar highlighting findings from SAMHSA’s guide, Implementing Community-Level Policies to Prevent Alcohol Misuse. The guide will focus on evidence-based, community-level policies to prevent alcohol misuse among youth and adults by working to change ...