NEWSLETTER: MAY-JUNE 2018 MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION & NEWS

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1 Broward County NEWSLETTER: MAY-JUNE 2018 MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION & NEWS On May 8, 2018 our County Commissioners recognized the impact of Mental Health Awareness, knowing there is no health without mental health and proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month! Thanks Judge Ginger Lerner Wren and members of the Mental Health Promotion Action Team (MHPAT) from other mental health agencies, including NAMI Broward County, for making a difference in the mental health; without the support and recognition of elected officials, the mental health would go unnoticed. NAMI Broward County stands with you in meeting the challenge of eradicating the stigma surrounding mental illness. NAMI Broward County - (954)

2 IN THIS ISSUE Mental Health Education & News p.1 NAMI Board of Directors p.2 Upcoming Events..p.2 From the Desk of the President...p.3 NAMI s Mission.....p.4 NAMIWalks Broward...p.4 More than a Membership.p.5 Support Groups..p.6 Volunteer...p.7 Resources..p.8 Crisis Information..p.8 Quote of the Month.. p.8 NAMI Broward Contact.. p.8 NAMI BROWARD BOARD OF DIRECTORS Sandra Cumper, MS MHC Executive Director Edna Einhorn, President Allen Giese, Vice President Blanca Bichara, CPA, Treasurer Jo Ann Marianne, Secretary Illene Greenberg, J.D. Rhoda Sokoloff, Esq. Brenda Okyn Linda Gutierrez Joan Weinstock Jose Rey, Phd Gwen Henry Bonnie Segal Peter Schoenthal, Esq. UPCOMING EVENTS May HOPE Meeting Reconvene with meet and greet May 21 st Speaking Engagement Gateway Church Ft. Lauderdale May 26 th Southeast Focal Point Center Miramar May 29 th 1 st Annual Health Symposium Broward Bar Association Tower, 7 th Fl. Ballroom May 31 st June Speakers Meeting Silver Impact - 7:00 PM Cheryl Ulm Disaster Preparedness Coordinator Ready Corps June 13 th Men s Community Health Empowerment Rev. Samuel Delevoe Memorial Park June 16th Presentation of NAMI Information at W.O.M.E.N.S Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce June 18 th Friday Night Social June 22nd 2018 NAMI National Convention Sheraton New Orleans, New Orleans June 27 th -30 th PRESENTATIONS NEW In Our Own Voice Presentation Banyan EVERY 3rd Thursday of the month 3:00-4:00 PM. NAMI Broward County - (954)

3 FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT, EDNA EINHORN Dear Members and Friends of NAMI, Welcome to our updated newsletter. This is a perfect way to let you know about all the programs and activities that NAMI Broward is involved with. As we near the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, we have been busy making presentations across the County about the challenges of mental illness and the free services that your NAMI provides to the community. We welcome three new members to our Board of Directors: Blanca Bichara, CPA who has undertaken the position of Treasurer, Bonnie Segal, Vice President of Segal Institute who is working with a team to update this newsletter and our marketing programs, and Peter Schoenthal, Esq, who will be adding his skills to our marketing and programming teams. Our famous Friday Night Social will be held on June 22, 7:00 to 9:30 at Treetops Park. It is open to all adults 18 and over living with mental illness. The dance is free, registration is not required. We feature food, snacks, music, dancing, and we give away 20 gift cards from Publix. Ask your ALF or drop-in center to get you there. You can also use TOPS and NAMI will refund the $7.00 charge. Remember to save November 10 th for our 6th annual NAMIWalks at Tradewinds Park. You can support NAMI Broward by becoming a corporate sponsor, donating as a virtual walker or walking as an individual or part of a team Register online today at For sponsorship information please contact NAMIWalks@namibroward.org. I am very proud to be the President of the Board for your NAMI. We are fulfilling our mission by educating, advocating, and helping families and individuals get the support and information they need. Regards, Edna Einhorn President, NAMI Broward County NAMI Broward County - (954)

4 NOVEMBER 10 TH, 2018 AT TRADEWINDS PARK Join us for NAMI Broward County s annual walk to raise funds, awareness and end the stigma of mental illness! You can support NAMI Broward by becoming a corporate sponsor, donating as a virtual walker or walking as an individual or as part of a team. LEARN MORE & REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! For sponsorship information, please contact us at NAMIWalks@NAMIBroward.org. NAMI Broward County - (954)

5 MORE THAN A MEMBERSHIP! TESTIMONIALS When our son first experienced mental illness, I searched desperately for help. NAMI Broward County answered, the family to family program empowered me immensely and now I support NAMI Broward. - Donna Linn - NAMI Member NAMI Broward County has been a wealth of knowledge, everyone is very thoughtful and considerate - Renee Levinson - NAMI Member As a Family to Family teacher, NAMI has offered me the opportunity to touch the lives of so many families in a positive manner. Together we have laughed and cried as we share the struggles every family deals with when a mental illness strikes a loved one. NAMI not only provides a safe and caring environment but has been a base for many fantastic friendships. - Jo-D Roth - NAMI Volunteer/Member JOIN TODAY! Membership Form Cut and send this form and your payment to: NAMI Broward County 4161 NW 5 Street Ste. 203, Plantation, FL or join online by visiting: Title: Mr. Mrs. Ms. Dr. Other Primary Member (First Name, Last Name): Address: City, State, Zip: Phone: Membership Levels: $5 Open Door (for low income) $40 Individual $60 Family (for individuals at the same address) $ Donation *Names of individuals covered under household membership: Payment Information: Check Cash Card Name on Card: Card Number: Exp. Date: Validation Code: Signature: NAMI Broward County - (954)

6 SUPPORT GROUPS NAMI CONNECTION PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP Rebel s Drop-in Center 3400 N. 29th Ave. Hollywood FL, Every Monday 4:00 p.m. Mental Health Association (MHA) 7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, FL Every Tuesday 4:00 p.m. Foot Print to Success Clubhouse 3511 NW 8th Ave. Pompano Beach, FL Every Monday 12:00 p.m. Plantation General Hospital 401 NW 42nd Ave Plantation, FL th Thursday of the month 5 p.m. NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Correct Care Recovery Solutions 800 E. Cypress Drive Pembroke Pines, FL rd Saturday 10:00 a.m. Broward Health, Imperial Point 6401 N. Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale, FL nd and 4th Monday 7:30 p.m. Friday Night Socials for Adults Living with Mental Illness Tree Tops Park. Open to adults 18 and older. 3 times per year, no charge. Reservations are not required. Next dance June 22. Speaker Meeting Featuring monthly speakers on topics of Interest 2nd Wednesday 7:00 P.M. Silver Impact, 7155 W. Oakland Park. Lauderhill, FL For more program visit: NAMI Broward County - (954)

7 VOLUNTEER TESTIMONIALS I volunteer for NAMI Broward County because I like to help and give back to other people, and NAMI provided that opportunity for me. Volunteering at NAMI also helps me in recovery along the way - ToniAnn Carriere NAMI Volunteer It s easy to feel like you re the only one living with whatever it is your living with. NAMI reminds me that I am not alone, and that there is a whole community of caring people who are just like me. NAMI has provided me with opportunities and resources to feel productive and cared for in a totally non-judgmental way. My life is more full because of NAMI. - Jaime Fried NAMI Volunteer NAMI provides so many resources and hope to those facing mental health problems. This is the very reason I become a volunteer. I get to grow while helping others find the light. - Ashley Jones NAMI Volunteer INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? NAMI Broward is seeking volunteer facilitators for the following peer and family-led programs: In Our Own Voice Family-to-Family Ending the Silence Connections Family Support Groups HOPE Connections **Training will be provided. For more information, please call or namibroward@gmail.com. NAMI Broward County - (954)

8 NEED RESOURCES? QUOTE OF THE MONTH When you are looking for support, finding resources or to develop a crisis contingency plan, you can call NAMI Broward s office at or visit IN A CRISIS Mobile Crisis Team Numbers: Mobile Crisis will go out into the community/home and assess the situation. They may recommend community resources or, if they feel that there is a danger to self or others, they may determine that the individual needs to be Baker Acted. If that is the case, they will call the police to transport the individual to the closest Baker Act receiving hospital. Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU): 2677 NW 19th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL , Calling 911: If you find that the situation has escalated to a point of crisis, call 911, describe your situation and ask for a CIT trained officer. Crisis Intervention Training is a week-long training developed nationally by NAMI and the police to improve responses to people in crisis. Many local officers have participated in this training. Find Help in a Crisis: Text "NAMI" to or Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline talk (8255) FOLLOW US Facebook LinkedIN NAMI Broward County CONTACT US NAMI Broward County 4161 NW 5th Street Suite 203 Plantation, FL info@namibroward.org NAMI Broward County - (954)