Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

TEAMSTERS CONDEMN GAVIN NEWSOM'S ANTI-WORKER, ANTI-PROGRESS VETO SPREE

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a legislative session where he vetoed a multitude of bills that would have improved worker's rights, occupational safety, and financial security for the middle class, the Teamsters are condemning California Gov. Gavin Newsom for making life harder for working families in the nation's most populous state.

Key Points: 
  • Gavin Newsom for making life harder for working families in the nation's most populous state.
  • "Gavin Newsom wants to act like he's both an ally of labor and an ally of Big Business," said Chris Griswold, Teamsters International Vice President At-Large and President of Teamsters Joint Council 42.
  • Founded in 1903, the Teamsters Union represents 1.2 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.
  • Visit Teamster.org to learn more and follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters .

US Eye Successful in Opening New Operating Room at Center For Visual Surgical Excellence

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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US Eye is proud to announce the opening of a second ophthalmic operating room at the Center For Visual Surgical Excellence (CVSE), an outpatient ambulatory surgery center located in Chesapeake, VA.

Key Points: 
  • US Eye is proud to announce the opening of a second ophthalmic operating room at the Center For Visual Surgical Excellence (CVSE), an outpatient ambulatory surgery center located in Chesapeake, VA.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230801200635/en/
    Center for Visual Surgical Excellence (Photo: Business Wire)
    Recognizing rapid growth in the area, US Eye successfully obtained a Certificate of Public Need from the Virginia Department of Health to open a second operating room at CVSE.
  • “Single-specialty eye surgery centers add tremendous value to patients and to the health delivery system, by offering highly specialized, efficient surgical eye care at lower costs and more convenient times.
  • We are proud of our team members who have worked tirelessly to bring this vision to fruition, helping to improve accessibility of superior surgical eye care in our region.”
    The Center for Visual and Surgical Excellence is located at 208 Carmichael Way, Chesapeake, VA 23322 and serves patients of Griffey Eye Care and Albemarle Eye Center, both US Eye partner practices.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Lori Ann Hertel, Ph.D., LCMFT as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional in the field of Psychology

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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HAYS, Kan., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lori Ann Hertel, Ph.D., LCMFT, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional in the field of Psychology.

Key Points: 
  • HAYS, Kan., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lori Ann Hertel, Ph.D., LCMFT, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional in the field of Psychology.
  • Dr. Hertel began her pursuit of higher education at Fort Hays State University where she earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
  • She then completed a Doctor of Philosophy in Health Psychology at Walden University in 1989.
  • She was an evaluation therapist at Serenity Psychology Services & Consulting LLC in Hays, KS, and remains a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist.

VHC Health Partners with Unite Us to Address Critical Community Needs with Coordinated Resources

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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Through their partnership, VHC Health and Unite Us aim to address the unmet needs of people and families throughout the state.

Key Points: 
  • Through their partnership, VHC Health and Unite Us aim to address the unmet needs of people and families throughout the state.
  • In Virginia, Unite Us connects people to much-needed resources and services, such as assistance with behavioral health, food, and housing.
  • Together, VHC Health and Unite Us will securely connect people in need with community-based resources that can be difficult to navigate otherwise.
  • "Unite Us' collaboration with VHC Health will improve patient care management by connecting VHC patients to social care resources that impact people's day-to-day lives," said Martha Rodysill, Customer Success Manager at Unite Us.

New Partnership with National Fatherhood Initiative® to Support Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Serving Fathers

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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GERMANTOWN, Md., April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Fatherhood Initiative (NFI)®, the nation's leading fatherhood organization, and the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) have embarked on a new partnership to implement 24:7 Dad®, the most widely used evidence-based fatherhood program in the U.S., in DBHDS-licensed community services boards across the state. This is DBHDS' first father-focused departmental initiative.

Key Points: 
  • National Fatherhood Initiative® and the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services launch new training and fatherhood program implementation to reach hundreds of fathers receiving behavioral health and prevention services across the state.
  • GERMANTOWN, Md., April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Fatherhood Initiative (NFI)®, the nation's leading fatherhood organization, and the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) have embarked on a new partnership to implement 24:7 Dad®, the most widely used evidence-based fatherhood program in the U.S., in DBHDS-licensed community services boards across the state.
  • The agency partners with 40 locally run community services boards to provide a comprehensive suite of evidence-based behavioral health and prevention services.
  • "NFI is thrilled to assist the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in its efforts to engage fathers in our 24:7 Dad® program," said Christopher Brown, President of National Fatherhood Initiative®.

One of 2023's Must-Read Books on Understanding the Fundamentals of Therapy Is The Least You Should Know about Therapy by Dr. Kimberly Olson

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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The Least You Should Know about Therapy highlights an alarming trend in how therapists are trained in many modern programs.

Key Points: 
  • The Least You Should Know about Therapy highlights an alarming trend in how therapists are trained in many modern programs.
  • Mental health professionals at any stage of their careers can benefit from the lessons in The Least You Should Know about Therapy.
  • The Least You Should Know about Therapy is available for purchase on Amazon.com or wherever books are sold.
  • Dr. Kimberly Olson is a marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience, and recently became a licensed psychologist.

$6.5M Grant Awarded to Special Needs Network for Critical New Workforce Development

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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The first three years of a child's life is a critical time for development.

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  • The first three years of a child's life is a critical time for development.
  • However, there is a critical shortage of developmental disability professionals with racially diverse backgrounds.
  • The Special Needs Network is an LA-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing autism and other developmental disabilities in under-served communities.
  • SNN's founder and president, Areva Martin, described the grant as a significant step for the group and for Southern California families.

The Columbus Organization Wins Major Staffing Award in California

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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Between now and June 30, 2023, The Columbus Organization will be staffing eight professionals in each of the following areas: psychiatric technicians, registered nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, and psychologists.

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  • Between now and June 30, 2023, The Columbus Organization will be staffing eight professionals in each of the following areas: psychiatric technicians, registered nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, and psychologists.
  • The Columbus Organization has a long history providing professional clinical staff in the state, and the newest contract is a testament to the strong reputation the organization has developed.
  • Eric Miller, Vice President, Professional Clinical Staffing for Columbus, commented, "This is quite an opportunity for Columbus, and we are thrilled that this allows us to expand our service offerings in Bakersfield.
  • For more, visit www.ColumbusOrg.com , follow @TheColumbusOrg on Twitter , like The Columbus Organization on Facebook , or follow The Columbus Organization on LinkedIn .

Virginia’s New Early Intervention Part C Data System Launches

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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“I'd like to end by pointing out that while this is a major accomplishment for SSG and Virginia -- from a software product standpoint -- our work has an even greater impact on who we serve… our community. Early Intervention helps babies from 0 to 36 months old. Without the services offered by therapists and specialists, the children and their families would face an even more daunting world. Through our application, those who support the kids can complete their tasks in a more effective and timely manner so they can have time for what really matters… helping those children. As a parent alum of Early Intervention, I can't express how much our work makes a difference and how important it is to parents (like me) to know there are people that work so hard to help our kids succeed.” – Ted Hill, SVP at SSG

Key Points: 
  • Strategic Solutions Group (SSG) , which has provided technology services and solutions to public health departments throughout the United States for nearly two decades, has been working with the Commonwealth of Virginias Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) to implement a new Early Intervention Part C Data System called TRAC-IT.
  • The new web-based IDEA Part C data system successfully launched June 27th, 2022 after months of hard work.
  • Ted Hill, SVP at SSG
    "TRAC-IT is a much-needed upgrade to this vital early intervention program for the very youngest Virginians.
  • Catherine Hancock, Early Intervention Program Manager
    SSG is dedicated to modernizing the delivery of essential services in our communities.

Pacific Clinic's Scott Fairhurst & Laura Pancake To Present On The Future Of Person-Centered Care At May 26 OPEN MINDS Circle Elite Virtual Executive Roundtable

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Monday, May 16, 2022
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Pacific Clinics engages in data-driven conversations with their clients and treatment team and evaluate consumer progress to improve consumer outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • Pacific Clinics engages in data-driven conversations with their clients and treatment team and evaluate consumer progress to improve consumer outcomes.
  • Scott Fairhurst, Ph.D., is the current vice president of outcomes and evaluation, analytics, and training for Pacific Clinics.
  • Once an exclusive benefit to Elite members of the OPEN MINDS Circle, these impactful sessions are now available to all OPEN MINDS subscribers and available on demand.
  • For more information on the program, sponsorship opportunities, or media inquiries, contact the Executive Education & Events team, at 877-350-6463 or [email protected] .