To reduce access to the most lethal means of suicide in Broward County. These include guns, blunt force trauma by rail system, & intentional drug overdose. Meets Every First Wednesday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Via Zoom) Click here to contact Latrice Sampson Richards, LPC, LMHC l Director of Health Initiatives for more information.
Moving Broward from “Trauma Informed” to “Trauma Responsive” Join us for a transformative learning opportunity to elevate your organization’s internal and client-serving culture. Led by Dr. Stephanie Covington’s elite team, who have received national recognition for their work in creating community-wide change in the trauma field. Your process will begin with 10-12 designated members of
The emotional strain of working in the helping professions can cause burnout, compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma.
“Even a Cactus Needs Water”, The Importance of Staff Care View Details
The Broward Youth Coalition (BYC) engages youth by educating and empowering them to become change agents of influence among their peers and within their communities, particularly in relation to drug prevention and mental health promotion, working diligently to reduce marijuana, alcohol and other drug use among young people. Meetings are held every third Wednesday of
Broward Youth Coalition (BYC) Action Team Meeting View Details
The Community Response Team (CRT) works tirelessly to combat the opiate epidemic and other emerging drug trends within our community, striving to address these pressing issues and ensure the well-being of our residents. Meetings are held every 3rd Thursday of the month, from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. 2023/2024 Chairs: Dave Scharf and Alina Shaw
To increase community and stakeholder awareness of and access to mental health and suicide prevention resources in Broward County. Chair: Gail Moore Meets Every Third Thursday 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM (Via Zoom) Click here to contact Latrice Sampson Richards, LPC, LMHC l Director of Health Initiatives for more information.
The Mental Health Promotion Action Team (MHPAT) works to promote mental health by collaborating with the treatment and wellness community to integrate systems of care that address mental health risk factors and enhance prevention services. Meetings are held every third Friday of the month, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM. Please contact Coraal Cohen for
Mental Health Promotion Action Team (MHPAT) Meeting View Details
This workshop defines and describes the impact of trauma. This training includes an introduction to becoming trauma and gender responsive.
Understanding Psychological Trauma in a Trauma and Gender Responsive Environment View Details
This course provides a CBT informed approach to treating clients who are struggling with suicidal ideation.
To share timely and reliable information about suicide deaths in Broward that helps define and determine the magnitude of suicide risk and provide early warning and emerging problems. Meets Every Fourth Friday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Via Zoom) Click here to contact Latrice Sampson Richards, LPC, LMHC l Director of Health Initiatives for more information.
Don't miss our next Mayors' Gala at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The evening will include a cocktail reception, live and silent auctions, networking, dinner and program highlighting the work United Way of Broward County accomplishes year-round.
Weston Alliance for Youth (WAY) promotes mental health & substance use prevention for youth of the City of Weston. Meetings are held every first Wednesday of the month, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. 2023/2024 Chairs: Beth Tache and Jackie Rosen Click here to learn more. Please contact Luisa for registration details. Luisa Archila |
Weston Alliance for Youth (WAY) Committee Meeting View Details
The Youth Action Team (YAT) seeks to reduce the use of marijuana, alcohol, and other substances by the community’s youth. Meetings are held every first Thursday of the month, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM. 2023/2024 Chairs: Cynthia Tapia-Rodriguez and Pauline Jacobson Click here to learn more. Please contact Jenna for registration information. Jenna Stein
The Latino Action Team looks to reduce alcohol and drug use among Latino youth by providing prevention resources and parenting trainings within the community. Meetings are held every first Thursday of the month, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Click here to learn more. Please contact Luisa for registration information. Luisa Archila | [email protected] |
Latino Initiative Action Team Committee Meeting View Details
The Surveillance Committee shares and provides emerging drug and mental health trend data and actionable information to our community. Meetings are held every first Friday of the month, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Click here to learn more. Click here to view the rest of the meeting dates. Please contact Coraal for registration details.
To reduce access to the most lethal means of suicide in Broward County. These include guns, blunt force trauma by rail system, & intentional drug overdose. Meets Every First Wednesday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Via Zoom) Click here to contact Latrice Sampson Richards, LPC, LMHC l Director of Health Initiatives for more information.
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