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Archives for 2017
TODAY: Tell New Federal MH Group What Works Most to Advance Recovery in the Community!
NYAPRS E NewsAugust 24, 2017 As you may know, recent federal legislation created a new “Interdepartmental Serious Mental Illness Coordinating […]
Special Tracks for New/Direct Care Staff and Middle-Managers at NYAPRS Conference 2017; Register Today!
NYAPRS Note: This year’s NYAPRS conference is devoting an entire track of presentations aimed at introducing or firming up understanding […]
CHP: Fountain House Partners with Health Center to Integrate Rehabilitation, Housing and Medical Care
NYAPRS Note: Integrating physical and behavioral health is at center of the transformation of state and national systems, and a […]
NYS OMH Seeks Suicide Prevention Proposals
Dear Colleagues, The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking proposals from non-profit organizations with experience conducting […]
Suicide Among Latina and Black Male Youth Sept 6 NYC Forum
NYAPRS Seeks Community Outreach Specialists for Statewide ‘New Choices’ Initiative
NYAPRS Seeks Community Outreach Specialists for Statewide ‘New Choices’ Initiative The New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS) is […]
1 Month to NYAPRS Conference! Check out our Comprehensive Peer Services Track! CEUs Available
Monday, August 21, 2017 NYAPRS Note: There’s only one month to go to this year’s NYAPRS 35th Annual Conference, ‘Stand Up […]
SAMHSA Releases New Behavioral Health Barometers Provide In-Depth Data for All 50 States and DC
Dear Behavioral Health colleagues, The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recently released the fourth edition of its […]
Last Day to Get Register 5 Get one Free for NYAPRS Conference Early Bird Special!
NYAPRS Note: Don’t miss your final opportunity to register one free individual for every 5 paid ones for this year’s NYAPRS […]
MHEP’ to Hold August 30th Troy Public Policy Forum
NYAPRS Seeks Directors for Peer Services and for Policy and Public Engagement
The New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS), a nationally acclaimed state and national mental health system change agent […]
Experience Multiple Pathways to Healing and Health at NYAPRS Conference 2017: Only 2 Days Left for Register 5, Get 1 Free Early Bird!
NYAPRS Note: The NYAPRS Annual conference has always offered the opportunity to experience multiple pathways to personal emotional, physical and […]
Fortune: Why Loneliness Is a Public Health Threat
NYAPRS Note: When we talk about the social determinants of health, we often focus on poverty, homelessness, racism and other […]
Is the Clock Running Out On GOP’s Reconciliation Play on Healthcare Reform Bill?
Is Clock Running Out On GOP’s Reconciliation Play? — The Senate parliamentarian is wrestling with how much longer Senate Republicans have […]
NYAPRS Seeks Community Outreach Specialists for Statewide ‘New Choices’ Initiative
NYAPRS Seeks Community Outreach Specialists for Statewide ‘New Choices’ Initiative The New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS) is […]
Special Tracks for New/Direct Care Staff and Middle-Managers at NYAPRS Conference 2017: Only 2 Days Left for Register 5, Get 1 Free Early Bird!
NYAPRS Note: This year’s NYAPRS conference is devoting an entire track of presentations aimed at introducing or firming up understanding […]
Aug 24 SAMHSA ‘Reentry & Recovery: The First 30 Days’ Recovery LIVE! event
SAMHSA’s BRSS TACS initiative is hosting the next Recovery LIVE! virtualevent Thursday, August 24 on Reentry and Recovery—The First 30 […]
SAMHSA Seeks Public Comment on Core Competencies for Peers
SAMSHA Seeks Public Comment on Core Competencies for PeersMental Health Weekly August 14, 2017 The Substance Abuse and Mental Health […]
HHS Picks 14 Public Members to New Federal Committee on ‘Serious Mental Illness’
NYAPRS Note: Note that the ISMICC will hold its first meeting on August 31, 2017, at the Hubert H. Humphrey […]
Meet NYAPRS Conference Keynoters, CEUs Available, Register 5 Get 1 Free Special Ends Friday!
NYAPRS Note: First off, we want to highlight that, once again, CEUs are available for social workers, certified rehabilitation counselors and […]
CHP: Behavioral Health Groups Launch HARP Outreach
NYAPRS Note: A state funded initiative that was launched last month by NYAPRS, the Mental Health Empowerment Project and Alcoholism […]
NYAPRS Releases 2017 Conference Program, Extends Early Bird 5 for 1 Deal Till Next Friday!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our power packed program for our 2017th Annual Conference, “Standing Together for […]
NY’s New ABLE Program Allows PWDs to Save up to $14k/yr without Effecting SSI/SSD/Medicaid!
NYAPRS Note: The following comes thanks to Columbia’s Oscar Solomon who writes “New York State has established an ABLE (Achieving […]
NYAPRS Releases 2017 Conference Program, Extends Early Bird 5 for 1 Deal Till Next Friday!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to release our program for our 2017th Annual Conference, “Standing Together for Recovery,” to […]
NYAPRS Seeks Community Outreach Specialists for Statewide ‘New Choices’ Initiative
NYAPRS Seeks Community Outreach Specialists for Statewide ‘New Choices’ Initiative The New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS) is […]
NYAPRS Peer-to-Peer Kick-Off Webinar: “NYS Medicaid Managed Care is Changing, We Can Help You Understand How”
NYAPRS Note: OMH, OASAS and DOH are hosting a public webinar on August 23 about the Peer to Peer educational […]
Saks: Best Way to Increase Med Consent is to Make it Easier to Refuse
NYAPRS Note: Compelling words from Dr. Elyn Saks, a nationally noted law professor who identifies as living with schizophrenia and […]
NYAPRS Seeks Directors for Peer Services and for Policy and Public Engagement
The New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS), a nationally acclaimed state and national mental health system change agent […]
Register 5-Get-1-Free for NYAPRS Annual Conference Offer Ends This Friday!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS’ Annual Conference, “Stand Together for Recovery,” is only 5 weeks away! Don’t miss the opportunity to take advantage […]
SAMHSA Invites Comments on Draft Core Competencies for Peers Working in Criminal Justice Settings by Aug 25
Good Morning, The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) through SAMHSA’s GAINS Center for Behavioral Health and Justice […]
MHW: New Federal Report Addresses Mental Health Crisis on College Campuses
New Federal Report Addresses Mental Health Crisis on College CampusesMental Health Weekly July 31, 2017 Bottom Line…If colleges and universities […]
Only a Few Days Left: Register 5 Get 1 Free for NYAPRS Annual Conference !
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS’ Annual Conference, “Stand Together for Recovery,” is only 6 weeks away! Don’t miss the opportunity to take advantage […]
MHW: HHS Parity Session Reveals Concerns Over Treatment Barriers, Reimbursement
HHS Parity Session Reveals Concerns Over Treatment Barriers, ReimbursementMental Health Weekly July 31, 2017 Bottom Line…HHS officials said they will […]
ST: HHS’ Price May Slow Move to EHRs and Value Based Approaches
With Tom Price in Charge, Doctors Are Winning Again in WashingtonBy Erin Mershon STAT August 1, 2017 As the Senate […]
Power-Packed Program on Peer Support! Only a Few Days Left: Register 5 Get 1 Free for NYAPRS Annual Conference !
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS’ Annual Conference, “Stand Together for Recovery,” is only 6 weeks away! Don’t miss the opportunity to take […]
PT: Senate Confirms McCance-Katz as New MH/SU Ass’t Secretary
Senate Confirms New Mental Health Chiefby Brianna Ehley Politico August 3, 2017 The Senate today confirmed Elinore McCance-Katz to be […]
OM: Medicaid Spends $7, 5K Avg Per Person, $19.5K for Person with a Disability
Only a Few Days Left: Register 5 Get 1 Free for NYAPRS Annual Conference !
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to announce that our registration link for this fall’s Annual Conference in the Catskills […]
New/Direct Care Tracks at September NYAPRS Conference; Register 5/1 Free Special Ends Next Week!
NYAPRS Note: Recognizing the daunting learning curve most new and direct care face, this fall’s NYAPRS Conference features an entire […]
Action Alert: The Federal Government Will Not Fund Future Alternatives Conferences; Register Today for Aug 18-21st Conference in Boston
NYAPRS Note: For over 2 decades, SAMHSA’s Alternatives Conference has informed and inspired people diagnosed with serious mental health conditions […]
Healthcare Reform Update: Thank You! Prepare for the Days Ahead
NYAPRS Note: I want to add Ron Manderscheid’s stirring words of thanks to my own and to encourage readers to […]
NYAPRS Seeks Hudson River Region Training & Technical Assistance Facilitator
NYAPRS Seeks Hudson River Region Training & Technical Assistance Facilitator The New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS) is […]
NYAPRS Conference to Feature ‘Crazywise’ and ‘Stand Up for Mental Health’; Register 5/1 Free Special Ends Next Week!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to announce that this fall’s conference will feature 2 very special events: an airing […]
New Article Compares Community Health Workers and Peer Support Specialists
NYAPRS Note: Noted experts on peer support Dr. Allen Daniels, Sue Bergeson and Keris Myrick have published an article in […]
Alert: Trauma-Informed Policy Action Needed!
BIPARTISAN RESOLUTION on Trauma-Informed Care National Call for CTIPP Action! Below is an article about a recent bipartisan resolution […]
Dr. Jorge Petit to Lead Coordinated Behavioral Care
Veteran Mental Health Professional Jorge Petit, Md, Named To Lead Nonprofit Coordinated Behavioral Care Noted Psychiatrist and Former Associate Commissioner […]
Dr. Jorge Petit to Lead Coordinated Behavioral Care
Veteran Mental Health Professional Jorge Petit, Md, Named To Lead Nonprofit Coordinated Behavioral CareNoted Psychiatrist and Former Associate Commissioner of […]
Only a Few Weeks Left: Register 5 Get 1 Free for NYAPRS Annual Conference !
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to announce that our registration link for this fall’s Annual Conference in the Catskills […]
Watch Nomination Hearing for Ass’t Secretary for MH/SU Next Tuesday at 2:30
NYAPRS Note: Next Tuesday, the Senate Committee that oversees healthcare related issues will be considering 5 nominees for federal agency […]
Register Today for Enhancing Personal Capacity for Wellness | Wellness in Peer Support
Join us on July 31 from 12 pm to 1 pm ET for Wellness in Peer Support!
PT: Judge Denies NYS Motion to Dismiss Suit to Block Relocation of WNY Children’s Psychiatric Center
Judge Deniew Motion to Dismiss Children’s Psychiatric Hospital SuitBy Nick Niedzwiadek Politico July 27, 2017 BUFFALO — A state Supreme […]
Senate Rejects First GOP Healthcare Bill After Narrowly Approving Motion To Proceed
Senate Rejects First GOP Healthcare Bill After Narrowly Approving Motion To ProceedCoverage of the Senate’s vote to proceed to debate […]
New! Peer to Peer Education Forums about new Medicaid Offerings Now Available Across NYS
NYAPRS and our partners at the Mental Health Empowerment Project and the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Providers of NYS are […]
Urgent Action Needed – Senate Vote Today!
NYAPRS Note: The following comes from the ARC with language adapted for our community’s purposes. Call Now!
POC: Senate May Vote on Some Version of a GOP Healthcare Bill
Senate Republicans To Hold Healthcare Vote This WeekProtect Our Care July 24, 2017 The Washington Times (7/23, Swoyer) reports that the […]
POC: Senate May Vote on Some Version of a GOP Healthcare Bill
Senate Republicans To Hold Healthcare Vote This WeekProtect Our Care July 24, 2017 The Washington Times (7/23, Swoyer) reports that the […]
Helgerson to Launch Early Intervention Program to Reduce Avoidable Health/Social Issues in Adults
NYAPRS Note: The 1998 landmarkAdverse Childhood Experiences Study(ACE Study) powerfully demonstrated an association of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) with health […]
Register 5 Get 1 Free Early Bird Rate by AUGUST 11 for NYAPRS Annual Conference !
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to announce that our registration link for this fall’s Annual Conference in the Catskills […]
back to July 2017 listing New! Peer to Peer Education Forums about new Medicaid Offerings Now Available Across NYS
NYAPRS and our partners at the Mental Health Empowerment Project and the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Providers of NYS are […]
Register Today for SAMHSA Enhancing Personal Capacity for Wellness Webinar
Registration Open for NYAPRS Conference: Register 5 Get 1 Free!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to announce that our registration link for this fall’s Annual Conference in the Catskills […]
GOP Pulls Back Senate Healthcare Proposal….What’s Next?
NYAPRS Note: The following is pieced together from a number of national news reports. In New York yesterday, Gov Andrew […]
New! Peer to Peer Education Forums about new Medicaid Offerings Now Available Across NYS
NYAPRS and our partners at the Mental Health Empowerment Project and the Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Providers of NYS are […]
Today! Stand w Gov Cuomo Against Senate Healthcare Bill in NYC at 1:15!
NYAPRS Note: All Hands on Deck to oppose a US Senate healthcare bill that threatens the health of Americans with […]
Breaking: Stand w Gov Cuomo Against Senate Healthcare Bill Monday in NYC at 1:15!
NYAPRS Note: All Hands on Deck to oppose a US Senate healthcare bill that threatens the health of Americans with […]
Breaking: Stand w Gov Cuomo Against Senate Healthcare Bill Monday in NYC at 1:15!
NYAPRS Note: All Hands on Deck to oppose a US Senate healthcare bill that threatens the health of Americans with […]
Former CMS Heads Call for Bipartisan Year Review of Medicaid Program
NYAPRS Note: “Congress can and should commit to improving and modernizing Medicaid, but the process will take time to develop […]
Registration Open for NYAPRS Conference: Register 5 Get 1 Free!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to announce that our registration link for this fall’s Annual Conference in the Catskills […]
POC: McConnell Delays Senate Recess To Work On Healthcare, Other GOP Agenda Items
NYAPRS Note: Senate leaders plan to move forward next week with a procedural vote on their health care bill, although […]
Registration Open for NYAPRS Conference: Register 5 Get 1 Free!
NYAPRS Note: NYAPRS is very pleased to announce that our registration link for this fall’s Annual Conference in the Catskills […]
Help Support our Efforts! NYAPRS Sponsor & Exhibitor Prospectus for 2017 Annual Conference
NYAPRS Note: Good morning all. For the 36th year this fall, the NYAPRS Annual Conference in the Catskills will once […]