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A newsletter of the Washington State Health Care Authority Office of Recovery Support. |
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National Recovery Month celebrates the millions of Americans that are in recovery from substance use and mental health disorders.
Each September, thousands of people across the nation celebrate by fostering a deeper understanding of substance use disorders and mental health, promoting new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, and honoring community members who dedicate their lives to make recovery possible.
Visit the Recovery Village to see some ideas on how to promote and celebrate this month!
From July 2022 to June 2023, we have certified 1,240 peers! And we won't be stopping there, as we plan to hold 106 trainings to certify peers over the next year.
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We are thrilled to introduce Gloria Churchill, a remarkable individual who has been making a profound impact in the field of peer counseling for over a decade.
As a certified peer counselor (CPC) and CCAR Recovery Coach, Gloria's dedication and passion for supporting others on their journey towards wellness shines through her work and personal experiences.
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Gloria firmly believes in the values of WRAP: hope, personal responsibility, education, self-advocacy, and support. As she walks the path of her own recovery, she exemplifies these principles to empower and guide others towards healing and self-discovery. Whether working in inpatient residential or outpatient behavioral health settings, Gloria consistently applies her knowledge and expertise to support peers on their unique journeys.
With her work at a supported housing community, Gloria actively models and educates on topics like conflict resolution, clear communication skills, and self-advocacy. Moreover, she shares the power of socialization and building natural support through engaging activities such as creativity groups and eight dimensions of wellness support groups. By facilitating community meetings and her involvement in a mobile health clinic, Gloria tirelessly strives to promote unity, education, access, and advocacy for all.
Read the rest of Gloria's highlight.
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Four Directions conference
Four Directions is a problem gambling and health awareness conference.
Crisis awareness and communication in peer support training: for youth and families
Certified peer counselors and recovery coaches who wish to better support youth and families experiencing crisis are invited to attend a 34-hour training course!
- September 11-15
- 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Kennewick
Learn more and register to attend.
Health Care Apprenticeship Consortium apprenticeship presentation
September's monthly peer support webinar, the "Peer Support Monthly Blend", will focus on the Health Care Apprenticeship Consortium's (HCAC) peer counselor apprenticeship program.
Register to attend.
Miss our last Peer Blend webinar?
Our last Peer Blend webinar covered the new legislation surrounding peers. Watch the recording to catch up.
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The Office of Recovery Partnerships is pleased to share a project led by and created in partnership with individuals who identify as having lived/living experiences with behavioral health challenges.
The Portraits of Hope video series contains 12 videos, eight themed and four individual portraits of community members, sharing their experience, strength, hope and resiliency in their own unique and authentic ways. They share on topics such as stigma, hope, early recovery and wellness and so much more!
We are truly humbled by all who made this project possible. Change happens one voice, one experience at a time. Be that change.
Watch the videos on the Office of Recovery Partnerships webpage.
HCA’s Operationalizing Peer Support (OPS) program supports agencies and organizations who want to begin offering or already offer peer services and need assistance with the implementation and operationalization of peer services.
The OPS program provides free technical assistance to agencies, organizations, and individual providers through:
- Weekly virtual office hours, every Monday from 1 to 2 p.m.
- A no-cost two-day OPS training.
- Monthly webinars highlighting peer experts from throughout Washington.
- Individual coaching to support ongoing operationalizing efforts.
Learn more about OPS on the organizations with peer support programs webpage.
Upcoming OPS training
The next OPS trainings will be:
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Do you know a CPC or peer-run organization who you think deserves a little extra kudos? We want to highlight them in an upcoming newsletter!
Please email Amanda as much information as possible:
- Name of person/organization
- Their location
- Why are you highlighting them?
- Their picture (optional)
Would you like to have more of an impact on what you see in the Peer-to-Peer newsletter? We would love to hear from you!
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