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DBSA Endorses Introduction of Veteran Peer Specialist Act of 2021 in Congress

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Bipolar disorder, Support groups, Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, Mental health, Aftermath of war, DBSA, Veteran, Articles, Peer support specialist

Chicago, IL, July 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHICAGO, June 21, 2021 The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) today endorsed the introduction in Congress of the Veteran Peer Specialist Act of 2021, new legislation that is supported by the mental health advocacy organization to expand peer specialist services for veterans living with mood disorders.

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  • Chicago, IL, July 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHICAGO, June 21, 2021 The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) today endorsed the introduction in Congress of the Veteran Peer Specialist Act of 2021, new legislation that is supported by the mental health advocacy organization to expand peer specialist services for veterans living with mood disorders.
  • The Veteran Peer Specialist Act was introduced in Congress by U.S.
  • DBSAs support of the Veteran Peer Specialist Act is part of an organization-wide commitment to expand peer specialist services for veterans.
  • Since 2020, DBSA has partnered with several foundations to increase the number of Veteran Peer Specialist training courses offered to veterans.

Brussels IV Conference on 'Supporting the future of Syria and the region': co-chairs' declaration

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Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Psychiatry, Psychosocial rehabilitation, Drug rehabilitation, Mental health, Recovery approach, Health, Support groups, SMART Recovery, Rational Recovery

PoliticalHumanitarianRegional recovery and developmentAccountability and justiceFuture steps and concluding remarks

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      Regional recovery and development

        Accountability and justice

          Future steps and concluding remarks

          Helping Veterans Across New Jersey, So That No One Faces Cancer Alone Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey Joins Forces with Warrior Centric Healthcare Foundation

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          Wednesday, May 20, 2020
          Support groups, Cancer Support Community, Cancer support group, Belardo

          "Our partnership with CSCCNJ ensures we can deliver on the promise to ' care for THOSE who have borne the battle.'"

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          • "Our partnership with CSCCNJ ensures we can deliver on the promise to ' care for THOSE who have borne the battle.'"
          • Belardo heard about CSCCNJ through a fellow veteran who insisted that he should attend the Men's Cancer Support Group, which is the organization's entry point for many veterans.
          • For people with cancer, including veterans, Belardo says, "What Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey does, beyond anything, is provide a place for hope."
          • About Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey:
            Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey (CSCCNJ) is a registered 501c(3) and an independent licensed affiliate of Cancer Support Community, an international nonprofit organization.

          Gilda's Club New York City Launches New Remote Support Model

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          Tuesday, April 14, 2020
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          Gilda's Club New York City has adapted its in person free cancer support program to a new remote support model to ensure that no one has to face cancer alone, especially during this crisis.The new remote model uses videoconferencing to facilitate support groups, healthy lifestyle workshops, educational lectures, and networking events - all open to anyone impacted by cancer in New York City.

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          • Gilda's Club New York City has adapted its in person free cancer support program to a new remote support model to ensure that no one has to face cancer alone, especially during this crisis.The new remote model uses videoconferencing to facilitate support groups, healthy lifestyle workshops, educational lectures, and networking events - all open to anyone impacted by cancer in New York City.
          • Creating a greater sense of isolation for cancer patients making Gilda's Club NYC's support program vital to this community.
          • The new remote model at Gilda's Club has implemented 56 weekly and monthly support groups, 32 healthy lifestyle workshops, and 4 educational lectures.
          • Gilda's Club New York City was founded in 1995 as the first cancer support organization named in memory of Saturday Night Live comedian, Gilda Radner.

          Infinite Recovery Now Offers Telemedicine

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          Monday, April 13, 2020
          Psychiatry, Psychosocial rehabilitation, Health, Articles, Twelve-step programs, Alcohol abuse, Support groups, Recovery approach, Drug rehabilitation, Recovery coaching, Peer support specialist

          Many addiction treatment organizations and professionals are working hard to bring the recovery community together and encourage participation in treatment and beyond.

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          • Many addiction treatment organizations and professionals are working hard to bring the recovery community together and encourage participation in treatment and beyond.
          • Infinite Recovery is proud to be one of these facilities by utilizing modern technology to support "face to face" interaction during this time.
          • Infinite Recovery remains dedicated to helping those in need of addiction treatment and recovery resources to support long-term sobriety.
          • Infinite Recovery continues to be a resource to those struggling.

          Advanced Recovery Systems now offering a free app to host online recovery meetings.

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          Wednesday, April 8, 2020
          Psychiatry, Psychosocial rehabilitation, Twelve-step programs, Drug rehabilitation, Mental health, Recovery approach, Support groups

          To better support people in recovery who may also be practicing social distancing at this time, we're proud to announce the launch of The Recovery Village Recovery Room app for online recovery meetings.

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          • To better support people in recovery who may also be practicing social distancing at this time, we're proud to announce the launch of The Recovery Village Recovery Room app for online recovery meetings.
          • The Recovery Village Recovery Room app allows support groups to conveniently host free, anonymous meetings online rather than in person to help their members get the encouragement and support they need without leaving their homes.
          • Participants who use The Recovery Village Recovery Room app can host unlimited meetings through video conference calls.
          • The Recovery Village Recovery Room app, like many of our online resources, extends this philosophy to the entire recovery community.

          Recovery Community Combats Isolation Of Social Distancing

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          Friday, March 20, 2020
          Twelve-step programs, Psychiatry, Support groups, Addiction, Psychosocial rehabilitation, Health, Positive mental attitude, Mentor, Ohio, SMART Recovery, Narcotics Anonymous, Alcoholics Anonymous, Recovery coaching

          It is not surprising then, that connection and community have been proven by most studies to be among the most critical factors in recovery.

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          • It is not surprising then, that connection and community have been proven by most studies to be among the most critical factors in recovery.
          • With the social distancing and isolation required by the onslaught of the coronavirus, addiction recovery organizations have been forced to adapt to the challenge, to try to avoid the death toll from addiction climbing much higher.
          • Non-profit organizations such as Refuge Recovery, Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Smart Recovery, and others rapidly have moved most, if not all of their recovery meetings -- the heart of the recovery process -- to online platforms.
          • Smaller Refuge Recovery meetings are continuing in person, in compliance with government guidelines regarding social distancing.

          Immediate Job Opportunities Available to Provide Substance Use and Mental Health Support Across Ohio Using New Telehealth Services

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          Thursday, March 19, 2020
          Articles, Drug rehabilitation, Health, Human behavior, Educational psychology, Support groups, Mental health, Peer support, Recovery approach, Peer support specialist, Recovery coaching

          TBHC's Community Peer Support Program helps those in need navigate complex mental health and substance use challenges.

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          • TBHC's Community Peer Support Program helps those in need navigate complex mental health and substance use challenges.
          • The support delivered face to face or by phone or secure video is essential in helping individuals reintegrate back into their communities.
          • Peer Supporters assist with a variety of facets of life, from housing and transportation to medical appointments and more.
          • Thrive Behavioral Health Center (TBHC) is certified by Ohio Mental Health Addiction Services and offers a variety of programs to support individuals in recovery from substance use and mental health diagnoses.

          Donald A. Deieso, Ph.D., WCG (WIRB-Copernicus Group), Lewis C. Cantley, Ph.D., Weill Cornell Medicine & NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, And Vanessa Bayer, Actress, Writer And Comedian, To Be Honored At Gilda's Club NYC 24th Annual Gala

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          Thursday, October 17, 2019
          Actors, Support groups, Gilda's Club, Entertainers, Gilda Radner, Radner, Comedians

          Gilda's Club NYC will also honor Vanessa Bayer, Actress, Writer, and Comedian with The Gilda Radner Award at the Annual Benefit Gala.

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          • Gilda's Club NYC will also honor Vanessa Bayer, Actress, Writer, and Comedian with The Gilda Radner Award at the Annual Benefit Gala.
          • Gala Co-Chairs are William Slattery, Senior Partner, Deerfield Management and John DiGiovanni, Principal, Arsenal Capital Partners.
          • Each year, Gilda's Club NYC recognizes outstanding individuals who have contributed to improving the quality of life of cancer patients.
          • About Gilda's Club NYC:Gilda's Club New York City provides a welcoming community of support for cancer patients and their families.

          myLifeLink Launches Free Addiction Recovery App

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          Tuesday, September 17, 2019
          Other Health, Pharmaceutical, Mental health, Internet, Hospitals, Social media, Mobile, Wireless, Technology, Other Communications, Managed care, General Health, Health, Communications, Support groups, Psychiatry, Recovery, Psychosocial rehabilitation, Twelve-step programs, Drug rehabilitation, Addiction, Health, Alcohol abuse, Recovery coaching, Secular Organizations for Sobriety

          In recognition of National Recovery Month, myLifeLink, LLC today announced the official launch of its free mobile addiction recovery application.

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          • In recognition of National Recovery Month, myLifeLink, LLC today announced the official launch of its free mobile addiction recovery application.
          • The digital recovery community provides people battling addiction with purpose, accountability, and a chance to connect, share, inspire and continue on the pathway of sobriety together.
          • The app also connects both recovering addicts and their loved ones with the resources and support they need for a successful and lifelong recovery.
          • myLifeLink is a community that brings those facing the struggle of addiction to common ground a chance to connect, share, start, and continue a path of recovery together.