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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.


UPCOMING EVENTS May HOPE Meeting – Reconvene with meet and greet May 21st Speaking Engagement Gateway Church – Ft. Lauderdale May 26th

Southeast Focal Point Center Miramar May 29th 1st Annual Health Symposium Broward Bar Association - 110 Tower, 7th Fl. Ballroom May 31st June Speakers Meeting Silver Impact - 7:00 PM Cheryl Ulm – Disaster Preparedness Coordinator – Ready Corps June 13th 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 18th Friday Night Social June 22nd 2018 NAMI National Convention Sheraton New Orleans, New Orleans June 27th-30th

PRESENTATIONS NEW In Our Own Voice Presentation Banyan EVERY 3rd Thursday of the month 3:00 - 4:00 PM.

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.


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 10th 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 www.NAMIWalks.org/BrowardCounty. For sponsorship information please contact [email protected]. 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


NOVEMBER 10TH, 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! www.NAMIWalks.org/BrowardCounty

For sponsorship information, please contact us at [email protected].


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

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“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 33317 or join online by visiting: www.NAMIBroward.org

Title: __Mr. __Mrs. __Ms. __Dr. __Other Primary Member (First Name, Last Name): __________________________________________ Address: __________________________________ City, State, Zip: ______________________ Phone: _________________________ Email: ________________________________________ 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: ____________________________________


SUPPORT GROUPS

NAMI CONNECTION PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP Rebel’s Drop-in Center 3400 N. 29th Ave. Hollywood FL, 33020 Every Monday 4:00 p.m. Mental Health Association (MHA) 7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, FL 33313 Every Tuesday 4:00 p.m. Foot Print to Success Clubhouse 3511 NW 8th Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33064 Every Monday 12:00 p.m. Plantation General Hospital 401 NW 42nd Ave Plantation, FL 33317 4th Thursday of the month 5 p.m.

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Correct Care Recovery Solutions 800 E. Cypress Drive Pembroke Pines, FL 33025 3rd Saturday 10:00 a.m. Broward Health, Imperial Point 6401 N. Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 2nd 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 33313

For more program visit: www.NAMIBroward.org


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

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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 954-316-9907 or email [email protected].


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CONTACT US

NAMI Broward County 4161 NW 5th Street Suite 203

Plantation, FL 33317

954-316-9907

[email protected]

www.NAMIBroward.org

NEED RESOURCES? When you are looking for support, finding resources or to develop a crisis contingency plan, you can call NAMI Broward’s office at 954-316-9907 or visit www.namibroward.org

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 33311 954-739-8066, 954-463-0911 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 741741 or Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-talk (8255)

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