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Behavioral health events Feb. 16-29

ALSO… Webinar: Implementing Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in Jails and Prisons: Lessons from the Field – by the National Council for Behavioral Health – Feb. 25, 2pm-3:30pm – Register HERE Hub Brown Bag: Current Drug Trends & Navigating the Overdose Map – presented by the High Intensity Drug Trafficking…

Connectedness & peer support (videos & new groups)

Think about a time when you were really struggling with a challenge in your life. Remember the relief you got when you connected with an empathetic listener or got support from a peer who had had a similar experience? Here's Brene Brown talking about the value of Empathy (4 min.…

Behavioral health events Jan 26- Feb 10

Angst Movie Screening – by the Wilton Presbyterian Church – Jan. 26, 11:30am- Wilton – Register here 2020 Craft Your Own Vision Board Event + Info session on programs – by Continuum of Care – Jan. 30, 5pm – New Haven – (flyer below) Coffee & Connections: "The Unhealthy Obsession…

Behavioral health events Jan 12-26

Prevention Field Forum: Approaches to Cannabis Prevention – by TTASC – Jan. 15, 9am – 12pm – Register here Pathway Session: Future of Recovery Coaching – by the New Canaan Parent Support Group – Jan. 15, 7pm – 8pm- New Canaan- Register here "The ABCs of DBT" – by NAMI…

20/20 Vision just in time for the Holidays! (+ video & events)

As we enjoy the holiday season, The Hub thanks all our community partners for your hard work this past year and looks forward to collaborating to make 2020 a year to remember! Take a moment to get inspired for next year with the ideas in the video below, and read…

Behavioral health events Dec 9-Dec 22

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) – by the Hub – Dec.9, 9:00am – 5:00pm- Bridgeport – Register here Webinar: Changing the Way the World Thinks About Eating Disorders – by Brain & Behavior Research Foundation – Dec.10, 2pm – 3pm, Register here CT Opioid Toolkit Training – by TRAIN…

Vaping & The Great Smokeout

Today is the 44th "Great American Smokeout," sponsored annually by the American Cancer Society (ACS) to encourage Americans to quit smoking tobacco. ACS efforts to reduce smoking over the past 5 decades have led to a 2/3 decline in cigarette smoking among adults–cause for celebration! However, 34 million adults still…

Behavioral health events Nov 11-21

"Integrating Virtual Reality into Psychotherapy for Anxious Youth": free BBRF webinar – Nov. 12, 2pm – register here "The Resilience Formula: Giving Kids Roots & Wings" with Donna Volpitta – Nov. 13, 10am and 7pm, Wilton Library NAMI Fairfield book discussion: "The Great Alone," by Kristin Hannah – Nov. 14,…

Wellness initiative touches hundreds; 2/3 identified at risk

Our annual Wellness Month initiative wrapped up on Election Day with the last of 12 community-based "Get Your Check Up from the Neck Up" events. Each year these events–organized with the help of many volunteers and partner agencies–provide wellness tips, resources on mental illness and substance use, and free behavioral…

National Prescription Take Back Day October 26, 2019

The next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be October 26, 2019 from 10am – 2pm. The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths. It's time to "spring" clean your medicine cabinet. Now, for the first time, DEA will…

Happy Wellness Month!

October marks the beginning of Wellness Month! Join The Hub as we celebrate mental health all month long with wellness events that include screenings, networking opportunities, and resources. This region-wide initiative developed by the former Southwest Regional Mental Health Board grew out of the National Depression Screening Day (NDSD) program…

#BeThe1To… Suicide prevention awareness month

Along with September’s month-long celebration of Recovery comes a sadder topic: suicide. The best way to prevent suicide is to recognize signs that someone is suffering early on and to reach out and offer help. We invite you to be a part of the solution! Here are some simple ideas:…

September is Recovery Month!

Did you know that every September, SAMHSA sponsors Recovery Month to increase awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders as well as to celebrate those in recovery? This year's theme, “Join the Voices for Recovery: Together We Are Stronger” highlights the importance of coming together to make…

International Overdose Awareness Day (08/31)

Opioid Awareness Events and Vigils in Fairfield County – August/September 2019 Have you or someone you know lost someone due to a drug or alcohol overdose? Join one of the upcoming community remembrance events (below) to honor the memories of those who have been lost. Bridgeport: "Bridgeport…Let’s Talk: Community Conversations…

Legislative wrap-up

Big wins for behavioral health during the 2019 legislative session include: CT passed the Behavioral Health Parity Act! Thanks to all our advocates and to our many legislators who supported the bill. Particular thanks to Reps Brenda Kupchick and Cristin McCarthy Vahey from Fairfield, for championing this bill since last…

Introducing the Hub

Allow us to introduce The Hub! Regional Youth Adult Social Action Partnership (RYASAP) and Southwest Regional Mental Health Board (SWRMHB) have merged to form The Hub: the new state-designated Regional Behavioral Health Action Organization (RBHAO) serving Southwestern CT. Our role is to support and coordinate mental health, suicide prevention, substance…

Recognize National Prevention Week!

National Prevention Week (NPW) is finally here! National Prevention Week is an annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues. PLEASE share with your coalition / communities. Today's theme is Prevention of Prescription Opioid and Drug Misuse. This week I…

Mental health: You can help!

Kevin Breel, featured in this video, just spoke today in New Canaan. His message is powerful: be open. Don't keep your struggle a secret. Talk to others. Reach out! We're sharing his video for Mental Health Awareness Month, which starts tomorrow, and hope you'll take his message to heart. You…

Gambling & Gaming Awareness Resources

Know teens who play fantasy sports or spend a lot of time video gaming? Gambling and gaming in youth is an underrecognized issue. Caribe Youth of Bridgeport unveiled this Gambling PSA in recognition of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Download Youth & Family Gambling Age Guide Fact Sheet on Teen Gambling…

Problem Gambling Awareness Month

Gambling Awareness Series ​​​​​​​Looking for help? Click here for more information about problem gambling and how you can seek support for you or a loved one.

Public hearings & bills of note

The Legislative Session is in full swing, with several public hearings behind us and more to come. Of note, the DMHAS budget hearing will be this Friday evening and usually has (needs!) a huge public turnout. Summary of legislation: Click here for a list of mental health-related bills and their…

SMART Recovery in English & español

SMART Recovery(R) groups are a wonderful FREE non-clinical option for those dealing with addiction, mental illness, anger management, or another behavioral or emotional issue. SMART offers Recovery groups for individuals who are struggling personally, as well as Family & Friends groups for those affected by the struggles of a loved…

Mental health resolutions for 2019

As we make our New Year's resolutions, we wanted to share a few ways to improve your personal (or your family's) mental health in 2019. Here are 10 suggested resolutions that will make a difference, along with a bonus 5 more. On a system level, we hope 2019 will bring…

2 Regional Legislative Events around Behavioral Health in January

On January 15, our Catchment Area Council 1&2 is inviting legislators from Greenwich through Westport to join us for a Legislative Breakfast to hear from those affected by mental illness and addiction. Advocates from those towns are welcome to join us! Please RSVP. On January 23 (snow date January 30th),…

UPDATED! Get ready for the Legislative Session! Free training & workgroup meeting

As part of the new Regional Behavioral Health Action Organization (RBHAO), we invite everyone interested in advocacy around behavioral health (BH) issues to two events: RESCHEDULED! Join us for a region-wide legislative coordination meeting on our NEW DATE: Thursday, December 6, 10am-12pm, at the HSC Building, 1 Park Street, Norwalk,…
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