Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) of Middlesex County

Transcription

1 February, 2018 Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) of Middlesex County Dear Family Members, Consumers and Community Providers! Enclosed are flyers (look on the front AND back) for IFSS, NAMI-Middlesex County, and NAMI- NJ upcoming activities and events. All IFSS events are FREE, unless noted. Some require registration; please review flyers for further information. Monday, March 5 th, April 2 nd & May 7 th, 2018 (7:00-9:00pm) - IFSS & NAMI Spring Speaker Series Family members, caregivers, consumers and professionals are welcome to attend! Registration NOT required 671 Hoes Lane West, Rm: C101, Piscataway directions on back of flyer Saturday, March 3 rd, 2018 (9:00am-12:30pm)- IFSS Wellness Luau Self-Care for Families Family members, caregivers, and consumers are all welcome to attend! Registration REQUIRED- Contact IFSS (732) Centennial Avenue, Rm: B&G directions on back of flyer Saturday, February 24 th, 2018 & March 4 th, 2018 (10am-2pm) Rutgers UBHC Caregiver Wellness : Self-care programs focused on Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation Caregivers are welcome to attend. To Register - Contact Peggy Swarbrick at swarbrma@ubhc.rutgers.edu, or see flyer for additional details Classes meet at Centennial Avenue, Piscataway NJ March 13 th, 2018 (Tuesdays, 7:00-9:30pm) - NAMI Family to Family Education Program - 12-week psychoeducation program for families Family members and caregivers only. Registration REQUIRED- Contact Marilyn at /Adrienne at NAMI-NJ 1562 Route 130 N, North Brunswick, NJ SAVE THE DATES Saturday, June 30th, 2018 (9:30am- 3:30pm) - IFSS Summer Conference: Developing Resilience Family members, caregivers, and consumers are welcome to attend! Conference is FREE; Registration REQUIRED- Contact IFSS (732) Centennial Avenue, Piscataway directions on back of flyer Saturday, May 19 th, 2018 (9:00am) Boardwalk at Seaside Park in Ocean County NAMI Walks New Jersey : You Are Not Alone (Rain or Shine) All walkers are welcome to join Team NAMI-Middlesex. Register online at or contact NAMI-Middlesex at for more information on how you can get involved. Thank you. Middlesex County IFSS Team

2 NAMI Middlesex County in collaboration with Intensive Family Support Services of Middlesex County (IFSS) Invites you to attend their Spring Speaker Series At UBHC 671 Hoes Lane, Rm. C101, Piscataway, 7:00-9:00 pm March 5, 2018 Social Security Work Incentives: Tools for Successful Transition to Work Speaker: Elisa Cohen, The Family Resource Network-NJ Work Incentives Network Support program Don t miss this opportunity to have your questions answered about working while receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicaid, and Medicare. The NJWINS Program assists SSI and SSDI beneficiaries to start, continue or increase work efforts while maintaining benefits for as long as they are needed. The speaker will provide detailed information on SSI and SSDI Work Incentives, the Ticket to Work Program (TWP), and NJ WorkAbility. Also, receive tips on maintaining medical insurance, and information about available vocational supports to help you sustain employment once secured. April 2, 2018 Alzheimer s Disease, Dementia & Mental Health Symptoms Speakers: Mary Anne Ross, Program Coordinator, Alzheimer s New Jersey Mary Catherine Lundquist, Program Coordinator, Rutgers UBHC, COPSA Institute for Alzheimer s Disease and Related Disorders This presentation will address the connections between Alzheimer s disease, dementia and mental illness. When people think of dementia, it s common to think of it as a mental illness due to the effects the condition has on the brain. However, there are distinctions that should be made between dementia and mental illness in order to properly diagnose the individual. While dementia does affect mental health, it is not a mental illness, but a disorder of the brain that causes memory loss and trouble with communicating. Don t miss this opportunity to obtain clarification, and information about available resources for testing and treatment in the Central Jersey. May 7, 2018 Expanding Educational Opportunities for Persons with Mental Illness Speaker(s): Amy Spagnolo, PhD, CPRP, Program Director & Faculty, & Michelle G. Mullen, MS, CRC, CPRP Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation/Rutgers University School of Health Professions Have you or your loved one with serious mental illness struggled with academic or occupational goals? Have you become dismayed by the limited career options that result from your job seeking activities? If so, it is important to be aware that there are new and existing educational opportunities and resources to help you find the right career path. The speakers have worked on the development of anti-stigma projects, and programs and curricula that focus on improving career options for adults with psychiatric conditions, including the new RU Certificate in Peer Support. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to learn about options that may be a good fit for you! If you do not wish to receive future mailings from IFSS, please call us at (732) and ask to be removed from our mailing list.

3 DIRECTIONS To Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care 671 Hoes Lane West Piscataway, NJ New Jersey Turnpike (Exit 9 coming from South) Turn off at Exit 9 (New Brunswick). Follow Route 18 North toward New Brunswick and Piscataway. Cross over the John Lynch Bridge to the River Rd./Highland Park exit (jug handle) and make a right onto River Road (you will be heading away from Highland Park). About 2 miles down on River Road make a right turn at 2 nd light, which is Johnson Dr./Hoes Lane West. Continue about ½ mile to Rutgers UBHC campus.* New Jersey Turnpike (Exit 10 coming from North) Turn off at Exit 10. Follow Interstate 287 North. Come to Piscataway area. Take Bound Brook/Highland Park Exit #9. At Exit #9, turn left on River Road and proceed to fourth light, Johnson Dr./Hoes Lane West, and turn left. Continue about ½ mile to Rutgers UBHC campus.* Route 18 Take Route 18 North over the John Lynch Bridge to River Rd./Highland Park exit (jughandle). Make a right onto River Road (you will be heading away from Highland Park). About 2 miles down on River Road make a right turn at 2 nd light, which is Johnson Dr./Hoes Lane West. Continue about ½ mile to Rutgers UBHC campus.* *Parking Information* Please park in lot C on the right before Rutgers UBHC main building or lot B on the left, across the street from the Rutgers UBHC main building. *From parking lot B, cross over Hoes Lane West towards flagpole, enter Rutgers UBHC main building to your left (last door) and obtain further directions from receptionist. Parking permits/decals are not needed after 6pm. If you have any questions, please call: or During inclement weather, please call our After-Hours Coverage line at (732) or check the Rutgers University website for campus operating status at If you do not wish to receive future mailings from IFSS, please call us at (732) and ask to be removed from our mailing list.

4 Intensive Family Support Services of Middlesex County Presents: IFSS WELLNESS LUAU SELF-CARE FOR FAMILIES Saturday March 24 th, :00am-12;30pm 151 Centennial Avenue, Piscataway NJ Come out and enjoy an IFSS Staycation Join us for: Breakfast Family Fun Self-Care Stations Group Wellness Discussions Plus much more! A few lucky attendees will also get a souvenir. Self-Care: Attitudes and actions that contribute to happiness, balance, and well-being. *** Wear comfortable clothing *** All are welcome ~ Seating is limited! *** Please call IFSS to register by March 21, 2018

5 Directions Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care 151 Centennial Avenue Piscataway, NJ I-287 North: Take Exit 9 (River Rd.) Make a LEFT off of exit onto River Rd and then at 2 nd light make LEFT (jug handle for Centennial Avenue). Go about 1/8 of mile. The first light is for Embassy Suites. Make the next LEFT (Kingsbridge) and then turn left into our parking lot. Plenty of free parking is available. I-287 South: Take Exit 9 (River Rd.) Make a RIGHT off of exit onto River Rd and then at 1 st light make LEFT (jug handle for Centennial Avenue). Go about 1/8 of mile. The first light is for Embassy Suites. Make the next LEFT (Kingsbridge) and then turn left into our parking lot. Plenty of free parking is available. Route 18 North: Take Route 18 North over the John Lynch Bridge to River Rd./Highland Park exit. At the end of the exit you will make a RIGHT turn onto River Rd. (heading towards Piscataway). The 8 th light will be Centennial Ave. and you will make a RIGHT. Go about 1/8 of a mile. The first light is for Embassy Suites. Make the next LEFT (Kingsbridge) and then turn left into our parking lot. Plenty of free parking is available. Garden State Parkway/NJ Turnpike: Take to I-287 and proceed as above.

6 NAMI NJ FAMILY TO FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM Free for family members, partners and significant others of individuals with Major Depression Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression) Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Co-occurring Brain Disorders and Addictive Disorders Post Traumatic Stress Disorder A series of 12 weekly classes structured to help caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. The course is taught by a team of trained NAMI family member volunteers who know what it s like to have a loved one struggling with one of these brain disorders. There is no cost to participate in the NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program. Over 150,000 people in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico have completed this course. We think you will be pleased by how much assistance the program offers. We invite you to call for more information.. Classes start: Tuesday, March 13, 2018 Location: NAMI NJ 1562 U. S. Highway 130 North Brunswick, NJ Time: 7:00 9:30 p.m. Contact: Marilyn Adrienne Registration is required. Class is limited to 20 persons.

7 CAREGIVER WELLNESS A Self-Care Program focused on Wellness, Gentle Yoga, and Meditation Designed for people providing care to an adult family member Caring for others means that you need to care for yourself! Connect with others for learning and support around your wellness Explore your strengths Discover strategies that cultivate inner resources to deal with outer challenges Five interactive sessions with lots of information and practice activities that anyone can do No registration fee; space is limited to 15 Join us! You deserve this gift to yourself. Find your inner peace! Begins March 4, 2018 Meets at 151 Centennial Avenue Piscataway NJ Sunday March 4, 10:00 to 2:00pm Thursday March 8, 15, 22, and 29th, from 1:30 to 3:30. TO REGISTER, CONTACT: Peggy Swarbrick, PhD, FAOTA at swarbrma@ubhc.rutgers.edu This pilot project is being offered by Rutgers UBHC by a contract awarded to NJDMHAS through a contract funded by the Center for Mental Health Services/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services through the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors.

8 WELLNESS SELF CARE AND GENTLE YOGA PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM PARTICIPANT INFORMATION I am registering for the 5-session Wellness Self Care and Gentle Yoga Program offered on Sunday March 4 (10:00-2:00) and Thursdays March 8, 15, 22, and 29 (1:30-3:30) Your Last name: First: Middle: Have you participated in yoga training or practice? Do you have a family member you are caring for? What is your family member s age? What is your relationship to the family member? Home Address: Address: Home phone no.: Cell phone no.: IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Name of a local family member or friend: Relationship to you: Home phone no.: Work phone no.: By completing this registration form I understand that I am registering for a 5-session program. To the best of my knowledge, I am able to attend all sessions and I will make sincere efforts to do so. I will receive supplies including a wellness self-care manual, and mindfulness meditation resources, at no cost to me. I endorse and confirm that I am a caregiver. Participant signature Date Submit this form to Dr Peggy swarbrma@ubhc.rutgers.edu by February 15, 2018 This pilot project is being offered by Rutgers UBHC by a contract awarded to NJDMHAS through a contract funded by the Center for Mental Health Services/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services through the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors.

9 NAMI Middlesex County in collaboration with Intensive Family Support Services of Middlesex County (IFSS) COPING & COPING An open support group for family members dealing with mental illness COPING is a project provided by NAMI Middlesex County in its ongoing attempts to improve the quality of life for people with recurring mental illness and their families. Companionship Open Discussion Peer Support Information Exchange New Direction Growing Hope We provide a forum for family and friends to share common experiences in dealing with mental illness in our families. We share information and suggestions to help resolve common problems. This fosters the development of useful tools that can be implemented to ease family burden. We help one another deal with the isolation and frustration that we feel in our attempts to cope with mental illness. One fundamental contribution of COPING is to give family members insight into new directions, which is achieved through the fruitful interchange of experience and information. A common reaction of family members is to let their own lives suffer as they struggle with the mental illness of a loved one. However, as the lifeguard knows, one must keep oneself from being pulled under to save those in need of help. Families in COPING soon find that their problems are not unique, and they gain strength by releasing their frustrations in a friendly and understanding atmosphere. New perspectives help families to plan for positive change in the future. January 11th February 8th March 8th April 12th January 18th February 15th March 15th April 19th 2018 Schedule Second THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH 7:00 PM TO 9:00 PM 151 CENTENNIAL AVE, PISCATAWAY May 10th June 14th July 12th August 9th THIRD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH 2:30 PM TO 4:15 PM 151 CENTENNIAL AVE, PISCATAWAY May 17th June 21st July 19th August 16th September 13th October 11th November 8th December 13th September 20th October 18th November 15th December 20th For more information, contact Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) (732)

10 Directions Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care 151 Centennial Avenue Piscataway, NJ I-287 North: Take Exit 9 (River Rd.) Make a LEFT off of exit onto River Rd and then at 2 nd light make LEFT (jug handle for Centennial Avenue). Go about 1/8 of mile. The first light is for Embassy Suites. Make the next LEFT (Kingsbridge) and then turn left into our parking lot. Complimentary parking is available in the lot. I-287 South: Take Exit 9 (River Rd.) Make a RIGHT off of exit onto River Rd and then at 1 st light make LEFT (jug handle for Centennial Avenue). Go about 1/8 of mile. The first light is for Embassy Suites. Make the next LEFT (Kingsbridge) and then turn left into our parking lot. Complimentary parking is available in the lot. Route 18 North: Take Route 18 North over the John Lynch Bridge to River Rd./Highland Park exit. At the end of the exit you will make a RIGHT turn onto River Rd. (heading towards Piscataway). The 8 th light will be Centennial Ave. and you will make a RIGHT. Go about 1/8 of mile. The first light is for Embassy Suites. Make the next LEFT (Kingsbridge) and then turn left into our parking lot. Complimentary parking is available in the lot Garden State Parkway/NJ Turnpike: Take to I-287 and proceed as above. If you have any questions, please call: or During inclement weather, please call our After-Hours Coverage line at (732) or check the Rutgers University website for campus operating status at