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How Events are Sorted:
First, at the top of the list: SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next in the list: Bundled “All Day” Events for organizations with events happening at multiple times throughout the day and/or in many formats or locations; these are bundled into a single listing to prevent endless scrolling. Usually these offer a lookup by zip code or other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. Warmlines and places east of Oregon’s time zone tend to start earlier (e.g. 4am in Oregon is 7am in New York).
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is Here to Talk. Here to Help. Our trained clinicians are standing by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you.
Helpline:(800) 241-4949 (24/7)
TTY:(800) 630-1044 (24/7)
DWIHN:(313) 833-2500 (8:00 am – 4:30 pm M-F)
Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Toll-Free: 888-490-9698 or 313-833-3232
TDD/TTY: 800-630-1044
Fax: 313-833-2217 or 313-833-4280
Toll-Free: 888-339-5595
TDD/TTY: 888-339-5588
DoD Safe Helpline is the sole secure, confidential, and anonymous crisis support service specially designed for members of the Department of Defense community affected by sexual assault.
Safe Helpline Serves
Active Duty Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force Reserve component (Army National Guard, Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve, and DHS’s Coast Guard Reserve) members and their families.
Telephone HelplineCall 877-995-5247 to be connected with a trained, confidential
Safe Helpline staff member, 24/7.
DSN users can call Safe Helpline by dialing 877-995-5247.
For those unable to call toll-free or DSN, call 202-540-5962.
OCONUS Service members can call the Telephone Helpline for free from
anywhere in the world by using Voice over IP (VoIP) technology from
theSafe Helpline App.
You can chat one-on-one with a Safe Helpline staff member
to access a range of support services including:
What is the Safe Helpline app?
The Safe Helpline app is a free mobile resource created to meet the unique needs of members of the Department of Defense community affected by sexual assault. By downloading the app, you can access 24/7 support through Safe Helpline’s Telephone and Online Helplines, get information and resources to help address the short- and long-term effects of sexual assault, as well as practical exercises, to help you manage your self-care. We also recognize that for many survivors stationed outside of the United States (OCONUS) additional limitations may arise when accessing resources, which is why the Safe Helpline app has been designed to give survivors access to a variety of support services and self-care exercises in a free, and convenient way.
How can the Safe Helpline app help me?
We’ve designed the app to give you a way to access any resource within the app directly from the home screen.
Chat: Access one-on-one support through the Online Helpline, 24/7 and chat directly with a Safe Helpline staff member.
Call: Connect directly to a Safe Helpline staff member for one-on-one support through the Telephone Helpline, 24/7. You can choose to make the call using Voice over IP (VoIP) or by using your cellular data. Using VoIP might be a good option for Service members who are OCONUS and may not have access to cellular service in their current location.
Learn: Within this section of the Safe Helpline app, you can access our self-paced educational programs to learn how to address the effects of sexual assault, how to support a survivor and ways Safe Helpline can support you or someone you know. All of these education programs can be completed anonymously by the user. You’ll also be able to access scenarios to give you tangible ways to step-in and support others.
Self-Care: The app allows you to easily create and use a customized self-care plan with specially designed self-care exercises. Once downloaded, you can come back to view your plan and exercises at any time, even without an Internet connection.
How do the self-care plans work?
The self-care plan is created by answering a series of six questions designed to help you focus and identify how you are feeling at that moment. Questions are answered on a sliding scale of zero (never) to five (always), and the app will recommend different exercises based on your responses. There are no “good” or “bad” answers to these questions, and responses can vary from day to day, depending on how you are feeling.
Once you’ve answered the questions on the plan, the app will suggest self-care exercises. The exercises include:
We recognize the importance of keeping your information safe, so we’ve also set up a security feature that allows you to lock your self-care plans behind a privacy wall using a 6-digit pin of your choosing.
Journaling:
The Safe Helpline app allows you to journal directly in the app with weekly prompts. Taking some time out of your week to journal can give you a moment for reflection and an opportunity for self-care. You can also choose to skip any prompts or just write freely depending on how you are feeling. Some of the questions include:
Like the self-care plans, the journal entries you save are protected by a privacy wall and will allow you to lock your information behind a 6-digit pin of your choosing. You can also access and refer back to your journal without an Internet connection.
Coloring Book:
Sometimes focusing on a mindless activity can help you process difficult emotions and be grounded in the present. To help with this, another self-care activity available on the app is a collection of six designs, ranging from easy to difficult, that allow you to paint or color your own works of art.
How is the Safe Helpline app secure, and is activity on the app traceable by third parties?
As with all Safe Helpline services, your privacy is of utmost importance, and the technology behind the Safe Helpline app was created by RAINN to protect your safety and anonymity by ensuring that no personally identifiable information (PII) is collected.
The following precautions have been implemented to protect your privacy when using the app:
While Safe Helpline has taken the steps outlined above to help increase the safety and anonymity of Safe Helpline app users, please remember that if you are using the app on a DoD or other work-related device, your employer may be able to track your usage of this app. In addition, similarly to a paper journal, Safe Helpline app journal entries may be admissible during court proceedings.
REPORT RETALIATION
Click the link below to chat with a helpline specialist.
Free, confidential and available 24/7. Works in all 50 states.
Below are state helpline text/chat numbers. Hyperlinked items with take you directly to their contact page:
Arizona: Text NEXTSTEP to 53342
California: Text SUPPORTÂ to 53342
Connecticut: Text CTGAMBÂ to 53342
Illinois: Text ILGAMB to 53342
Indiana: Text INGAMBÂto 53342
Minnesota: Text HOPE to 53342
Mississippi: Text to MSGAMB 53342
North Carolina: Text MORETHANAGAMENC 53342
If you would like to call the National Problem Gambling Helpline, dial 1-800-522-4700
If you would like to text the helpline, text 1-800-522-4700.
NCPG also supports GamTalk, a 24/7 moderated online peer support forum, www.gamtalk.org.
Lifeline ofrece 24/7, servicios gratuitos en español, y no es necesario hablar inglés si usted necesita ayuda.
Cuando usted llama al número 1-888-628-9454, su llamada se dirige al centro de ayuda de nuestra red disponible más cercano. Tenemos actualmente 200 centros en la red y usted hablará probablemente con uno situado en su zona. Cada centro funciona en forma independiente y tiene su propio personal calificado.
Cuando el centro contesta su llamada, usted estará hablando con una persona que le escuchará, le hará preguntas y hará todo lo que esté a su alcance para ayudarle.
Una persona capacitada le escuchará y hablará con usted. Si es necesario, podrá darle información sobre recursos o servicios existentes en su comunidad que podrán prestarle ayuda después de la llamada. Siempre puede usted volver a llamar al número 1-888-628-9454 si lo necesita o lo desea.
Si está usted preocupado por una persona que usted sabe que está pasando por una crisis o que piensa en suicidarse, nuestros centros pueden ayudarle. Una persona calificada del centro puede:
No hace falta que esté usted en crisis para llamarnos. Nuestros centros pueden responder a preguntas generales sobre salud mental, depresión, suicidio, recursos de salud en la comunidad, y muchas cosas más. También es posible llamar para averiguar más sobre las actividades de prevención del suicidio en su zona.
What is Autism?
What you should know
Autism is a severe developmental disorder that affects the way a child sees and interacts with the rest of the world. It limits their ability to interact with others socially, in fact many autism suffers avoid human contact.
Autism is part of a larger group of disorders called pervasive developmental disorders (PDD). More information about autism: Click on each of these links
Autism-Definition
Autism is a developmental disability that comes from a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain. It is characterized by the abnormal development of communication skills, social skills, and reasoning. Males are affected four times as often as females. Children may appear normal until around the age of 30 months.
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Autism Symptoms vary widely in severity, include impairment in social interaction, fixation on inanimate objects, inability to communicate normally, and resistance to changes in daily routine. Characteristic traits include lack of eye contact, repetition of words or phrases, unmotivated tantrums, inability to express needs verbally, and insensitivity to pain.
Behaviors may change over time. Autistic children often have other disorders of brain function; about two thirds are mentally retarded; over one quarter develop seizures.
Autism can be confused with several other disorders which may have similar behaviors. Here is a list of autism like disorders that you should look at.
It remains unclear, but a psychological one has been ruled out. Neurological studies seem to indicate a primary brain dysfunction, and a genetic component is suggested by a pattern of autism in some families. It is largely believed that autism is a genetic disorder that involves several genes related to gene function. However it is unclear to researchers what causes these genes to turn on. Learn more about other causes of autism.
There are many exciting developments in autism research going on at the top universities. They are focusing on inherited autism and autism gene research.
Other Autism Spectrum Disorders
Asperger’s Syndrome – A child with asperger’s disorder has the same common problems as children with autism however they don’t have language development problems of a autistic child.
Pervasive Developmental Disorder and not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) – This child has autism but doesn’t meet the criteria for high functioning autism.
High-Functioning Autism – This child has autism but has normal learning and cognitive and learning skills. Language development is difficult initially but they become proficient eventually.
FAQ about Autism Special Education and IEP
This is an important list of questions and answers to help you deal with special education issues at your school.
Autism Tips for working with Teachers
This is a great check list of items to be aware of when you work with your child’s teacher and your child’s Individual Education Plan.
Tip: Go to our Autism education discussion boards and post a question with other parents.
ADDITIONAL LINKS TO RESOURCES AND EXPERTISE
National Institutes of Mental Health
Combined Health Information Database
Searchable Directory of Autism Resources
CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE DIRECTORY PAGE
Or Click on the Topic area directly below
Autism NOW Center’s fact sheets on topics of importance to people with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities are a resource you and your family members, as well as educators, employers, physicians and others, can use to get information in an easy-to-read and understand format. The fact sheets are available in several languages in PDF form which can be printed out for your convenience. See the full list of topics and language choices below.
English:
Spanish:
Find the resources you need 1-885-828-847
Article Links
Follow this page link for listings of over 800 articles and resources
https://autismnow.org/resources/
Interagency Autism Coordination Committee
About Autism
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that is estimated to affect about 1 in 36 children and approximately 2.21% of adults. Autism affects the way a person experiences the world and can result in significant challenges in social communication and interaction, as well as repetitive behaviors and unusual or intense interests.
People on the autism spectrum often have a strong preference for routines and predictability, and some are challenged in adapting to change. Many people on the autism spectrum experience sensory differences, including high or low sensitivity to sounds, light, textures, tastes, and physical touch. Some have accompanying language and/or intellectual disabilities, and some may be intellectually gifted or possess other unique abilities, talents, or strengths.
ASD can be diagnosed at any age, but differences generally appear in the first two years of life. ASD is known as a “spectrum” condition because it encompasses a wide variation in the type, combination, and severity of disabilities, as a well as a range of unique abilities and strengths, many of which can change over the course of a person’s lifespan. The type and intensity of supports and services that a child or adult on the autism spectrum may require, ranging from minimal to intensive, will vary depending on their unique needs.
With appropriate supports and an environment that promotes inclusion, acceptance, and empowerment, people on the autism spectrum can fully participate in community life and achieve their full potential.
This page includes resources that provide general information about autism.
Websites and Programs
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network was created by autistic people and for autistic people. This page provides an overview of typical characteristics of autism.
Toolkits and Guides
This tool kit provides families of children ages four and under with guidance on how to access services the first 100 days after an autism diagnosis.
Reports
March 2020
This report from provides an overview of 2016 data collected by the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network and Early ADDM. ADDM provides estimates of the prevalence of ASD among 8-year-old children. Early ADDM estimates ASD prevalence and monitors early identification of 4-year-old children. Full findings of the data on 8-year-old and 4-year-old children are available.
March 2020
The CDC released their first estimate of the prevalence of autism in adults based on 2017 data. They estimated that 2.21 percent of adults in the United States have ASD.
Videos
April 24, 2019
NIMH Director Joshua Gordon, M.D., Ph.D. interviews Ann Wagner, Ph.D., National Autism Coordinator, and Lisa Gilotty, Ph.D., program chief of NIMH’s chief of NIMH’s Research Program on Autism Spectrum Disorders, to discuss advances on the study of autism in adulthood.
Federal Departments and Agencies
This list includes federal departments and agencies that provide funding, programs, and support for issues related to autism and other developmental disabilities.
Independent Agencies
Transition from youth to adulthood
Websites and Programs
Toolkits and Guides
ASAN partnered with the Family Network on Disabilities to produce this guide, which prepares transition age youth for adulthood. The first half provides information on preparing for transition and the second half gives in-depth information on post-secondary education, employment, housing and independent living, and healthcare.
Reports
March 22, 2018
This report examines guardianship and makes recommendations for its use. Recommendations are based on disability law and policy, how people with disabilities are treated in the legal system, alternatives to guardianship, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
March 13, 2019
This report describes the demographics, disability, education, and health characteristics of teens and young adults ages 12-23 on the autism spectrum.
Research Articles
Videos
March 23, 2020
This webinar provided information about supports and resources to improve access to competitive, integrated employment for youth and young adults on the autism spectrum and enhance their career pathways.
Employment
National data has shown that many autistic adults are unemployed or underemployed, even when compared to people with other disabilities and in spite of having needed skills and abilities for the workplace. Researchers and policy makers have worked to develop programs that can increase opportunities for employment and improve employment outcomes. This includes job training and recruitment programs, as well as supports for employees and employers to increase retention and success in the workplace. This page provides information related to employment for people with autism and other disabilities.
Websites and Programs
This program helps public and private sectors recruit, hire, train, and retain job seekers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Toolkits and Guides
This plain language toolkit explains the existing policies that help people with disabilities people find and keep good jobs, and solve employment problems.
Reports
October 9, 2018
Of the 74 state vocational rehabilitation (VR) agencies that responded to GAO’s survey, most reported expanding services to help students with disabilities transition from school to work as required under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), enacted in July 2014. Most state agencies reported serving more students and providing work-based learning experiences and other activities.
May 12, 2020
Researchers analyzed Rehabilitation Services Administration data to determine the association of vocational rehabilitation services with employment outcomes for students ages 16-21. Students with autism were less likely to receive job-related services less than comparison groups.
Research Articles
Videos
March 23, 2020
In this webinar, Scott Michael Robertson Ph.D. provides information about government supports and resources that help youth and young adults with autism access competitive, integrated employment and enhance their careers. Full Transition Aged Youth Webinar Series.
Housing
Housing plays an important role in ensuring the well being of people on the autism spectrum and helping them integrate into the community. Some people can live independently with minimal or no supports, while others require high levels of support. There is a variety of federal and private resources that can enable people to live in settings that best fit their needs. This page provides information about models of housing for people with disabilities and resources and programs related to disability housing.
Websites and Programs
Toolkits and Guides
This handbook is designed to help people with disabilities find and use resources that promote independent living. It includes information on support services and waivers, housing, employment, and community resources. This handbook was created in partnership with Autism NOW Center.
Reports
May 24, 2019
This report that examines occurrences of institutionalization of people with disabilities, as well as thwarted threats of institutionalization, during hurricanes and the California wildfires in 2017 and 2018. The NCD found that people with disabilities are frequently institutionalized during and after disasters due to conflicting federal guidance; a lack of equal access to emergency and disaster-related programs and services; and a lack of compliance with federal law.
June 2018
The Residential Information Systems Project (RISP) studies trends in residential service settings, funding, and expenditures for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the United States. The most recent report uses data through Fiscal Year 2016.
Research Articles
Videos
July 23, 2019
This workshop focused on the housing needs of people on the autism spectrum and included examples of various housing models. Meeting details.
July 26, 2017
JaLynn Prince, Adrienne McBride, and Desiree Kameka present Madison House Autism Foundation’s Autism After 21 initiative. Madison House aims to raise awareness of the abilities of and issues facing adults with autism. They also promote housing options for adults with autism and other I/DD through the Autism Housing Network. Meeting details.
For Service Providers and Public Services
Unlocking Potential: Innovative Library Programs Enhancing the Lives of Autistic Individuals
http://librarysciencedegreesonline.org/libraries-and-autism/
Making Entertainment and Public Spaces More Autistim-Friendly
https://happiful.com/making-entertainment-and-public-spaces-more-autistic-friendly
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
TrevorSpace is an affirming, online community for LGBTQ young people between the ages of 13-24 years old. With over 400,000 members across the globe, you can explore your identity, get advice, find support, and make friends in a moderated community intentionally designed for you.
Start a discussion, get advice, and find support from other members in similar situations. With 500+ clubs on TrevorSpace, you can quickly find and connect with new friends who share your interests and hobbies anytime, anywhere.
Our team of online moderators and AI-technology help enable a secure, members-only safe space where you can be yourself. With a focus on safety, you can securely and discreetly access the resources you need, when you need them.
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.
Need help? We are here for you 24/7.
Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text START to 678678
Or start an online CHAT: https://trevorproject.secure.force.com/apex/TrevorChatPreChatForm
Available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, including weekdays and weekends, Mon-Fri, Sat & Sun.
NOTE: During COVID-19 wait times have been a bit longer.
Additional Resources:
TrevorSpace is an affirming peer-to-peer international community and social interaction for LGBTQ young people ages 13-24.
TrevorSupportCenter features resources and answers to common questions
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/trevor-support-center/
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-involved/trevor-advocacy/
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Building Connected Communities
Sexual Assualt Awareness Month 2024
Building Connected Communities helps us reduce the likelihood of sexual abuse, assault, and harassment in our communities. Any space where people come together is a community, whether in neighborhoods, workplaces, campuses, organizations, or even online spaces. We are all a part of a community, often many, even when we may feel disconnected or apart from them.
Community is powerful. Community creates a sense of belonging and reminds us of how our beliefs, choices, and actions impact one another. At the center of Building Connected Communities is ensuring our communities are safe, inclusive, and equitable. Racism, sexism, classism, heterosexism, ageism, ableism, and other forms of oppression contribute to higher rates of sexual harassment, assault, and abuse. We must address all abuses of power to prevent sexual violence — in our relationships, communities, and society.
What does it take to Build Connected Communities?
Addressing the social and structural determinants of health, such as education, income, employment, community safety, and social support, is crucial to improving the conditions in which we live, learn, work, and play. In a connected community, we can look out for one another and make choices to promote health, safety, and well-being. Building Connected Communities brings us closer to the goal of health equity. Health equity means that everyone, no matter their situation, has a chance to achieve their best possible health, creating a fair and just opportunity for all to reach their highest level of well-being (PI & NSVRC 2021).
We recognize that how we talk about sexual violence significantly impacts survivors, their families, our communities, and society. We also understand that our voices have power and that when one of us does not feel safe or respected we are all affected. As such, we must strive to create strong, connected communities that take care of one another and make decisions to ensure the safety and well-being of others to end sexual violence.
Sexual violence is an umbrella term that includes any type of unwanted sexual contact — including sexual assault, harassment, and abuse.
Forms of sexual violence include:
Statistics show:
Awareness and Action during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
This April, during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, learn how to take steps to build connected communities and enhance your knowledge of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse. In addition, we invite you to explore how to create safe communities where everyone feels safe and supported. We’re asking you to join us in building connected communities that promote equity and respect, as our connections to one another have an impact more significant than just ourselves.
The NSVRC collects information and resources to assist those working to prevent sexual violence and to improve resources, outreach and response strategies. This page lists resources on this website that have been developed by NSVRC staff.
Together We Can Build Connected Communities
This resource gives background and context to help audiences understand how prevention efforts can be expanded to the community level. Developed as a part of NSVRC’s Building Connected Communties campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2024, this resource provides examples of what community-level prevention can look like. Community-level prevention means making changes to larger-level factors and conditions to reduce the likelihood that people will perpetrate sexual violence. These broader conditions that can impact an entire community include the physical environment and
Building Blocks of A Connected Community
This resource explores what the building blocks of a connected community are and how these connections protect against the risk of sexual violence. Developed as a part of NSVRC’s Building Connected Communties campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2024, this resource provides examples of what community-level prevention can look like. Community-level prevention means making changes to larger-level factors and conditions to reduce the likelihood that people will perpetrate sexual violence. These broader conditions that can impact an entire community include the physical environment and
#30DaysofSAAM Instagram Challenge 2024
Join advocates, activists, survivors, and supporters who are getting involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month #SAAM2024 this April on Instagram. Daily prompts encourage creative ways to raise awareness, educate, and connect with others — plus, you have a chance to win prizes every day you participate.
Building Connected Communities Coloring Page
This coloring page was designed as a part of NSVRC’s Building Connected Communities campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in April 2024. Share how you are coloring to build community for #SAAM.
We Can End Sexual Violence Coloring Page
This coloring page was designed as a part of NSVRC’s Building Connected Communities campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in April 2024. Share how you are coloring to build community for #SAAM.
Share Your Voice Coloring Page
This coloring page was designed as a part of NSVRC’s Building Connected Communities campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in April 2024. Share how you are coloring to build community for #SAAM.
Together We Can Build Coloring Page
This coloring page was designed as a part of NSVRC’s Building Connected Communities campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in April 2024. Share how you are coloring to build community for #SAAM.
SAAM 2024 Proclamation
Sexual Assault Awareness Month is a time to draw attention to the prevalence of sexual assault and educate individuals and communities about how to prevent it. Use this proclamation as a clear declaration to join advocates and communities across the country in taking action to prevent sexual violence.
¿Cómo apoyar a los hombres en su sanación tras incidentes de violencia sexual?: hojas informativas
Una serie de hojas informativas sobre cómo trabajar con los hombres. Entre los temas están: cómo llegar a los hombres, adicción, sobrevivientes transmasculinos, exámenes forenses, hombres recluidos, recursos para hombres y enlaces de referencia rápida para los intercesores. Este recurso es parte del conjunto de publicaciones ¿Cómo trabajar con sobrevivientes masculinos de violencia sexual?.
Supporting Men in Healing from Sexual Violence: Tip Sheets
A series of tip sheets on working with men. Topics include reaching men, addiction, transmasculine survivors, forensic exams, incarcerated men, resources for men, and quick reference links for advocates. This resource is part of Working with Male Survivors of Sexual Violence.
References
Basile, K. C., Smith, S. G., Kresnow, M., Khatiwada S., & Leemis, R. W. (2022). The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey: 2016/2017 report on sexual violence. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/nisvs/nisvsReportonSexualViolence.pdf
Chen, J., Khatiwada, S., Chen, M. S., Smith, S. G., Leemis, R. W., Friar, N., Basile, K. C., and Kresnow, M. (2023). The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS) 2016/2017: Report on Victimization by Sexual Identity. Atlanta, GA: National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
James, S. E., Herman, J. L., Rankin, S., Keisling, M., Mottet, L., & Anafi, M. (2016). The report of the 2015 U.S. Transgender Survey. National Center for Transgender Equality. https://transequality.org/sites/default/files/docs/usts/USTS-Full-Report-Dec17.pdf
Rosay, A. B. (2016, September). Violence against American Indian and Alaska Native women and men,. NIJ Journal, 277. National Institute of Justice. http://nij.gov/journals/277/Pages/violence-againstamerican-indians-alaska-natives.aspx
Prevention Institute & National Sexual Violence Resource Center. (2021). A Health Equity Approach to Preventing Sexual Violence. https://www.nsvrc.org/resource/2500/health-equity-approach-preventing-sexual-violence
Tomsa, R., Gutu, S., Cojocaru, D., Gutiérrez-Bermejo, B., Flores, N., & Jenaro, C. (2021). Prevalence of sexual abuse in adults with intellectual disability: Systematic review and meta-analysis. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(4), 1980. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18041980
AAC Virtual Support Meetings
The Anxiety and Depression peer to peer community has more than 80,000 subscribers from around the world. The objective of this community is to create a space that those suffering from anxiety and depression can turn to find and offer comfort and support, to share information and personal experiences, and to make connections with those in the community.
ADAA also posts on the community page providing helpful tips and strategies about anxiety and depression through blogs and free webinars written/hosted by our professional mental health members, infographics, books, podcasts and more specific to anxiety and depression.
Open 24/7
Where: Discord (https://discord.gg/gmjrHekWPs)
When: Always!
ADHD often comes with a large variety of interests and hobbies. In this group, we can easily celebrate our projects and endeavours and get advice on the best (or most cost-efficient) route to starting a new one (or three)!
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER
Addicts Fighting Addiction
24/7 Weekdays and Weekends
This is a group dedicated to spreading hope and support to all those struggling with addiction and the loved ones of the addicted. We are not doctors or substitute for treatment. We are simply a support system for those who need it and out to raise awareness in this growing epidemic that takes lives every single day. We DO NOT JUDGE, we truly care and want to help in any way possible.
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Addiction & Recovery Support Group
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Men’s Recovery Group
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Discussion meeting for men seeking recovery
To join, simply click on the JOIN LINK
The address that you join with will be used to send and receive meeting emails using email list software on the C.A. online system. After you have joined, you will receive a welcome email and then start to receive meetings emails.
Bilingual Meeting available – ca-en-espanol
Members are invited to join the bilingual email meeting
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends, and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Sisters in Sobriety
Email Meeting
Discussion meeting for women seeking recovery
To join an email meeting, simply click on the JOIN LINK
The address that you join with will be used to send and receive meeting emails using email list software on the C.A. online system. After you have joined, you will receive a welcome email and then start to receive meetings emails.
Bilingual Meeting available – ca-en-espanol
Members are invited to join the bilingual email meeting
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends, and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Daily 10am – 10pm PST
See you there!
Meeting ID – 852 4065 4428
Passcode: 123
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81908063982?pwd=bGNyRmlvSEdSYzVGV0pReG4rUG1XZz0
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
Daily, 3:00pm PST
Join Reaching Out 121 from your computer, tablet, or smartphone at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87977458088?pwd=d0ROaEw4dmQ3TTJsaWZyd2lUTlVtQT09
Password: 750811
Meeting ID: 879 7745 8088
+44 203 051 2874 United Kingdom
+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom
+1 929 436 2866 US (New York)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| Pacific Standard Time (PDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EDT) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | British Standard Time (BST) | Central European Summer Time (CEST) |
| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
Hope, Faith & Courage
Email Meeting
Discussion meeting for all addicts seeking recovery
The Hope, Faith & Courage Meeting of C.A. (HFC) is an email-based open discussion meeting for Cocaine Anonymous. It is a member of the Online Service Area and is accredited by them as a CA Group. HFC has been in continuous operation since Feb 1, 1997.
The format is open discussion, and it is intended to be a point of first contact with addicts seeking recovery, as well as support for addicts far from CA meetings. HFC has members from around the world.
To join, simply click on the JOIN LINK
The address that you join with will be used to send and receive meeting emails using email list software on the C.A. online system. After you have joined, you will receive a welcome email and then start to receive meetings emails.
Bilingual Meeting available – ca-en-espanol
Members are invited to join the bilingual email meeting
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends, and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
12:00 pm PST
Join Via ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83662186374?pwd=V0d1UFc0YTkwWk5MTzRqMEt2cEh6QT09
Meeting ID: 836 6218 6374
Passcode: 268192
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| Pacific Standard Time (PDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EDT) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | British Standard Time (BST) | Central European Summer Time (CEST) |
| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
9:30 am PST
Join Via ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83662186374?pwd=V0d1UFc0YTkwWk5MTzRqMEt2cEh6QT09
Meeting ID: 836 6218 6374
Passcode: 268192
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| Pacific Standard Time (PDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EDT) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | British Standard Time (BST) | Central European Summer Time (CEST) |
| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
FIGHTING ADDICTION TOGETHER
(We Do Recover)
24/7 Weekdays & Weekends
This group is in e-mail format. Participants send and receive e-mail to take part in discussions. You can receive your posts all together, in one delivery each day, or you can receive them one-by-one, as they are sent.
The choice is yours. It’s fun, easy, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To join, complete the form below and click the submit button.
Subscribe to Caregiver-Online
You can subscribe to Caregiver-online by following this link and completing the form. After completing the Subscription form you will email requesting confirmation, to prevent others from gratuitously subscribing you. This is a hidden list, which means that the list of members is available only to the list administrator.
To subscribe, Use this Link and complete the subscription form online:
http://lists.caregiver.org/mailman/listinfo/caregiver-online_lists.caregiver.org
Using Caregiver-online
To post a message to all the list members, send email to caregiver-online@lists.caregiver.org. Be sure to subscribe first!
HAMS
HARM REDUCTION GROUP FOR ALCOHOL
The HAMS Forum
Use the Link Below To Join
The HAMS Forum is our newest online support group. Join this forum and be one of the first to help us pioneer this new medium for online support. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/familyrecoverysupport
HeyPeers is an online Peer Support Community offering online community meetings, one-to-one coaching, and private chat rooms to connect with others on your journey.
HeyPeers features over 1,100 meetings, including weekly offerings from PeerGalaxy such as: Wellness Buddies, Creative Writing, Discovering Felt Sense of Safety, Kitchen Empowerment Hour, Peer Recovery, Resilience and Reconnection, plus more.
To Open an Inspire Account, Use this link:https://www.inspire.com/
Inspire is the vital community of more than two million patients and caregivers —a carefully designed environment where everyone feels comfortable and safe to open up about personal health experiences and share sensitive health information. These genuine connections instill hope and drive greater understanding. Patients and caregivers from around the world discover advice and information they can’t find elsewhere, and by understanding patients’ rich and varied health journeys on Inspire, researchers and health practitioners around the world are advancing treatments and making breakthrough discoveries.
FIND A COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT
Click Here To See Our Support Communities
About the Inspire Community Platform
Create A personal Journal
Your journal belongs to you; you may choose to have your journal entries show up in some, all, or none of your communities. Journal entries are generally longer and can be on any topic.
Join Community Discussions
Discussions belong to the community and are generally shorter than journal entries and are meant to encourage conversations between members. For example, if you wanted to ask for other members’ experiences with a particular treatment, you would post a discussion in the appropriate community. If you wanted to talk about your day, something more personal or off-topic, you would post a journal entry.
Create and Manage A Friends List
Friends are other members whom you may grow to trust and want to share more information with, or with whom you want to exchange private messages. You will be able to post journal entries that only your “friends” can read, and you will be able to send messages to your friends through our site without giving out your email address.
Use Inspire A.I. for quick answers
Inspire AI is a new feature on inspire that uses artificial intelligence to provide quick responses to member questions. The responses are automatically generated. The tool leverages a large language model (LLM), similar to what is used for popular tools such as ChatGPT. When you post on Inspire, you can choose whether you want to receive a response from InspireAI in addition to receiving replies from Inspire members. InspireAI is currently available in select cancer communities.
In This Together
Addiction Recovery Support Group
Facebook Group 24/7
24 Hour Recovery Chat Room
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.
Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.
Chat Room
To enter the 24-hour Chat Room by clicking on the above or using this link: https://meet56243352.adobeconnect.com/r522ss7kd94t/.
A chat registration screen will first appear. Enter your personalized screenname to enter the room. This chat room is sometimes not hosted so be cautious of whom you are talking to and never give out any personal information.
For Guidelines on chat room rules, download the LifeRing Document
For help, email onlinemeetings@lifering.org
Online Peer Support Community
What is online peer support?
Community
A safe and supportive online community for people living with mental illness and those who support them.
Text based chat channels covering a wide range of topics.
A general forum for posting questions and getting community feedback.
A drop in community for voice and video chat.
Online
All hosted online through an easy to use private Discord server, available to access 24/7 anywhere in the world. (Learn about Discord below).
What is Discord?
Our peer support community is built on Discord.
Discord is an app that lets people build communities around text based chat, as well as connect with one another through voice and video group calls.
Discord is 100% free to use and the app is available for mobile (iOS and Android), desktop (PC and Mac), or you can even connect without any app just by accessing it through a web browser like Chrome.
Welcome to the Code of Conduct. Let’s get right to it!
We use supportive, welcoming language.
We strive to use welcoming/caring language that is supportive, encouraging, respecting, accepting, understanding and/or validating. We do our best to avoid using critical, shaming, controlling, or patronizing language.
We will do our best to monitor and edit our own language. If a mod reaches out and asks us to edit it, we edit it.
We respect differing perspectives of others, and make space for each other within the community.
We will make space for others to share their personal experiences. We do not attack, demean, dismiss, harass, or threaten each other. This includes: bullying, bigotry, hate speech, physical threats, personal attacks, doxing. We also will not tell anyone that their lived experience is wrong, or shame others for their choice in treatment.
We do not attack, demean, dismiss, harass, or threaten each other based on sex, gender, sexual orientation, romantic orientation, race, ethnicity, culture, neurodiversity, mental health, physical health, religion, or political alignment.
If something someone says appears to be breaking a community rule, acting with malice, or is otherwise problematic, we will not attack or criticize them, but instead will alert the Mod Team, who can assess and handle the situation. Before doing this, it can also be helpful to assume good intent, and ask for clarification in a respectful and non-judgemental way. The mods are available to lend a hand as well.
We will strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone to feel safe participating in.
We call people what they ask to be called.
We call people by their stated names/pronouns/identities. If a dead name or incorrect pronoun is used (yours or someone else’s), we will respectfully ask the person to update their message to properly reflect the other’s name/pronouns/identities. If it is brought to your attention that you have made a mistake with someone else’s name/pronouns/identities, that’s okay, mistakes happen, but please kindly take the note and edit the message as soon as possible.
We do not correct others on their own usage of their names/pronouns/identities. For example if someone prefers to be called “schizophrenic” or “person living with schizophrenia”, that is up to each individual person. We respect each individual’s choice to determine how they would like to be referred to.
If we have any concerns about continued use of incorrect names/pronouns/identities, or feel that misuse is being done maliciously, we will let a mod know.
We connect with each other from a trauma informed perspective.
We understand that everyone is coming to this community with different experiences and potential triggers. We will do our best to be mindful of this by using the “spoilers” function for any text that will likely be triggering or sensitive for others (write || on either side of the text to be hidden, or highlight the text to be hidden, right click and then click the eye symbol on the far right). Particularly triggering topics may be around suicide and addiction (no glorification allowed of either), as well as members difficult experiences with the mental health care system.
If you are feeling triggered, please step away from the conversation. If there is a channel or part of the server that is too triggering for you, please consider muting it or asking a moderator for help with finding accommodation.
We provide our own experiences rather than provide direct advice.
When someone asks about medical treatments and therapies, we stick to speaking about our own experiences (keeping in mind that experiences may differ greatly between individual people). If we do provide more than our own experience, we share resources, strategies, and ideas without giving direct advice. If we do accidentally give direct advice (medical or generalized) and we’re asked to remove it, we remove it.
It is important to remember that discussion about treatments and therapies on this server does not replace talking with your doctor. Please discuss any issues or concerns with your doctor as well before making any changes to your or your loved one’s care.
We let the Mods do the moderating. We respect moderator decisions and their time.
If you notice someone isn’t following a rule, please refrain from correcting community members, and instead, please briefly share your concerns with a moderator.
Refrain from arguing with the moderators and/or engaging the moderators in lengthy discussions.
If you have a concern or disagree with something the moderators have done, please respectfully reach out to Rob by DM. We are happy to discuss a situation and listen to concerns. (We may not always be able to go into detail, but will do our best to provide an adequate answer for our decision.)
Meth Addiction and Family Support
Facebook Group 24/7
The Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon started Peerpocalypse as mental health conference in 2013. In 2017, MHAAO added addiction as a core component of the conference. We recognize that peers may have lived experience with one or the other. However, we know that many have lived experience with both mental health and addiction.
Decisions about us continue to be made without us.
Too many members of our community are unemployed or underemployed.
A quarter of people who are incarcerated experience mental health challenges.
Approximately 50% of people who are incarcerated meet the criteria for substance use disorder.
Addiction is not just about substance use (i.e.: gambling addiction and other process addictions).
Too many members of our community live in poverty.
Members of our community die 25 years earlier than the general population.
We need to be reminded there is hope.
Coming together awakens our energy so we can all keep doing the vital work we are doing.
NOTHING reminds us more that we are a strong community than being in one place together and reconnecting as friends and allies.
We know what works and we need to share what we know with each other.
When we come together, we can turn the way things are now into the way they should be.
Historically, the conference has been held in Seaside, Oregon at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center. In 2019, it was held in Salem, Oregon due to renovations to the Seaside Convention Center. In 2020 and 2021, we pivoted to a virtual forum due to COVID-19 restrictions. In 2022, MHAAO returned to Seaside, Oregon, and hosted its first hybrid conference. Peerpocalypse remains in Oregon to reduce costs to conference participants, and to stay connected to its origins. The convention center boasts two floors. There are hotels located as close as across the street or a few blocks away; as is the beautiful West Coast beach (visit our Participate page to learn about discounted lodging options). To learn more about the Seaside Civic and Convention Center and Seaside attractions visit https://seasideconvention.com/.
As of 2022, Peerpocalypse will be offered as a hybrid conference, meaning we provide both in-person and virtual participation options. Peerpocalypse is held virtually through the Whova app and in person in Seaside, Oregon at the Seaside Convention Center, 415 1st Ave, Seaside, OR 97138.
In Person Registration is Full and is Now Closed
In-Person Rate – $425 ( CLOSED NO LONGER AVAILABLE)
Virtual Rate – $250
Virtual tickets are UNLIMITED! Register today!
Or, follow us on Facebook and Instagram for real-time updates @mhaoforegon
All registered participants will have access to over 45 workshop options, four keynote speakers, virtual small group “meet-ups”, and exhibit hall, and will receive a name badge, virtual program, and t-shirt. In-person attendees will also have access to the Peerpocalypse’s Got Talent, the Mad Hatter Dance, and will receive complimentary meals. Stay tuned for a daily breakdown of meals and events!
Be a changemaker and help us achieve our goals! We offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities for organizations of all sizes. Sponsors will have access to an audience of over 1000 attendees, with logo and ad placements varying based on sponsorship levels (see below). If you are interested in sponsoring this year’s conference, please contact csafar@mhaoforegon.org or call 503-922-2377. See 2023’s sponsors here.
We strive to make Peerpocalypse accessible to as many peers as possible each year. We do that through scholarships for in-person and virtual attendance provided by some of our fantastic community partners. The following are descriptions of the available scholarships:
The MetroPlus Association of Addiction Peer Professionals scholarship is available to Certified Recovery Mentors, Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselors, and Certified Gambling Recovery Mentors in Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties in Oregon who are certified through MHACBO.
The Oregon Statewide Scholarship is provided in partnership with The Office of Recovery & Resilience. It is offered to behavioral health consumers and peers who live in Oregon.
OHA is also supporting the Oregon Military + Veteran Statewide Scholarship. This scholarship is offered to behavioral health consumers and/or peers who live in Oregon or work with veterans and military-connected communities in Oregon.
Visit our scholarship page for more information on how to apply. More scholarships may be available soon. Please sign up for our Peerpocalypse newsletter here for updates.
All cancellation requests MUST BE RECEIVED VIA EMAIL topeerpocalypse@mhaoforegon.org. If cancellation is requested on or before April 1, 2024, you will receive a full refund minus a $15-per-person administration processing fee. Starting April 2, 2024, registrations will not be refunded. Registrants who are no-shows for the conference will not receive a refund.
Still have questions?
Contact us at peerpocalypse@mhaoforegon.org or call (503) 922-2377 for more information.
IN-PERSON SEATS ARE LIMITED. DON’T WAIT!
Start your new year off right by signing up for the 11th annual Peerpocalypse peer leadership conference. Registration for in-person and virtual attendance ARE OPEN!
In-person registration: $425
Virtual registration: $250
Your ticket gives you access to our immersive four-day conference, with over 40 workshops, a job fair, after-hours activities, and more! Don’t miss the opportunity to build your network and earn up to 23 Continuing Education Units. Register today!
In-person spaces are limited, so sign up now!
Scholarship Updates:
We have postponed scholarship registration until further notice!
We strive to make Peerpocalypse accessible for as many peers as possible each year by providing scholarships that cater to peers and the peers workforce. We have discovered new funding streams that would make more scholarships available for the community; to ensure that registration access is fair, we have postponed scholarship registration until further notice. Please sign up for peerpocalypse emails to stay up-to-date, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Thank you for your patience. More to come soon!
In the meantime, here are the scholarships that have been confirmed:
⭐ The MetroPlus Association of Addiction Peer Professionals scholarship is available to Certified Recovery Mentors, Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselors, and Certified Gambling Recovery Mentors in Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties in Oregon who are certified through MHACBO.
⭐ The Oregon Statewide Scholarship is provided in partnership with The OHA Office of Recovery & Resilience. It is offered to behavioral health consumers and peers who live in Oregon.
⭐ OHA is also supporting the Oregon Military + Veteran Statewide Scholarship. This scholarship is offered to behavioral health consumers and/or peers who live in Oregon or work with veterans and military-connected communities in Oregon.
STAY INFORMED
✨ 2024 Keynote Presenter Sneak-Peek ✨
Paolo del Vecchio – SAMHSA
“Mr. del Vecchio is the Director of the Office of Recovery where he provides leadership for SAMHSA’s efforts to advance recovery across the nation. A person in long-term recovery from mental health conditions and addiction as well as a trauma survivor, Mr. del Vecchio has over 40 years of behavioral health experience as a consumer, family member, provider, advocate, and policy maker. He has been published widely and is a highly sought-after national leader and speaker.”
Joseph Green
“I believe in the power of stories and the sharing of lived experiences as tools for connectivity and community building. Once unleashed, I believe that power can change the world for the better… I’ve seen what happens when people begin to feel safe enough to reflect on their own stories. Once you recognize the transformative power of reflecting on your own grit, mistakes, darkness, and light—you build an inner strength that no one can take away from you.”
Support Peerpocalypse
The support and generosity of our sponsors makes this event possible year after year. If you are interested in supporting Peerpocalypse, please email us to learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits, or visit our website at peerpocalypse.com/participate
About Peerpocalypse: Hosted by the Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon, Peerpocalypse is a leading opportunity for professional development, networking, and community-building for members of the peer workforce. As people with lived experience, we know what works, and we need to share what we know with each other. Coming together awakens our energy and helps us grow so we can better serve our communities and show up for our peers and one another.
My Sister’s Circle – Women’s Mental Health Support Group
A positive support group for women with mental health and/or substance use issues. We are coming together to share our lives, positivity, and experiences to feel less alone during our own personal journey. This will be a creative group that is open to many facets of expression!
To Join The Group and Attend Use the link below
https://www.facebook.com/groups/215292063128837
Be Kind and Courteous
NJARISG – No Judgement Addiction & Recovery Information and Support Group
Facebook Group 24/7
Welcome to Neurokindred’s Online Autistic-led peer support groups.
As Autistic adults, we have often navigated a world feeling isolated and disconnected, our unique experiences not fully understood by those around us. This has been especially true in our interactions with others, including health professionals, where there’s been a notable lack of attunements.
Yet, there’s a hopeful aspect to this shared journey:
the powerful connection that comes from mutual understanding within the Autistic community. This sense of unity fosters belonging, acceptance, and validation.
Peer support groups are a testament to the strength found in shared experiences. Centering lived experience as the dominant narrative has empowering effects.
Research is finally tuning into what many disability, recovery and minority groups have been building for years-the power of shared experience and community. Crane et al. (2020) conducted a qualitative evaluation of an Autistic-led peer group program for late-identified Autistic adults.
Over 10 weekly sessions, participants engaged in group discussions on a range of topics, from the implications of late diagnosis, disclosure in different contexts, cross-cultural communication difficulties, emotion regulation, sensory experiences, executive function differences, cognitive flexibility, the intersection of Autism and mental health and self-advocacy.
Interviews with 16 Autistic adults revealed three powerful themes:
Our online peer support groups aim to replicate this environment. Led by an Autistic group facilitator, our groups provide a safe haven for exploring and embracing Autistic identity, offering post-identification support, and fostering a recovery-focused approach that celebrates the strengths of being Autistic. We understand that the journey to self-acceptance and community building is unique for each individual, and our groups are tailored to nurture this process.
Join us to experience this accessible service that goes beyond traditional support, one that is rooted in the power of shared experiences and community, designed to enhance well-being and foster a positive Autistic identity. Here, you’re not just joining a group; you’re becoming part of a community that understands, accepts, and celebrates the Autistic way of being.
OUT & SOBER – PDX
To Join Via Facebook Live Follow the Link Below And Click on the Join Group Button
https://www.facebook.com/groups/297854944345915
New OHP Open Card Handbook:
I know it is often hard to navigate the differences between regular OHP and what gets called Open Card or Fee For Service. I hope this handbook is helpful – feel free to share.
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/
New resource: Family partnerships training for your CLINICIANS!
The National Federation of Families has created a new curriculum module called FAMILY Partnerships.
FAMILY Partnerships is a FREE 6-lesson, self-paced online module designed to improve clinicians’ attitudes, beliefs, and practices to authentically partner with families in behavioral health care settings.
ODE – School Safety and Prevention System Advisory – a chance to join
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) is extending the deadline for submitting your application to join the ODE School Safety and Prevention System (SSPS) Advisory Group to Friday, March 29, 2024. As a member of the SSPS Advisory Group, you will have an opportunity to help shape equitable policies and practices related to the safety of schools, students, and educational staff in Oregon. We are seeking individuals with experience, insight, and a strong commitment to equity to advance successful experiences and outcomes for Oregon’s students.
https://content.govdelivery.
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome – great resource
https://www.fasdcollaborative.
Rural school based mental health summary – see the attached
Short video explaining FERPA –
Student Privacy 101: FERPA for Parents and Students
Vocational Rehabilitation Consumer Input Opportunity
ODHS invites partners to review and comment on VR’s Draft State Plan.
ODHS invites comments through Feb. 21, 2024, via: Electronic form
By postal mail to Don Alveshere, Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation, 500 Summer Street NE E-87, Salem, Oregon 97301-1120
By email to policy@odhsoha.oregon.gov
By phone to Don Alveshere, 541-241-0165
You can get the draft state plan in other languages, large print, braille or a format you prefer free of charge. Email vr.info@odhsoha.oregon.gov or call 503-945-5880 or 877-277-0513.
State Plan (Full Draft)
Draft State Plan – Goals section
Información en español
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act requires VR to submit a state plan every four years. The plan serves as a grant application to our federal funder, the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), and is a collaboration between the State Rehabilitation Council and VR. It serves as VR’s roadmap for how we will assist people with disabilities to achieve, maintain and advance in employment and independence.
Sign up to receive email updates from VR and the SRC.
Learn more about VR at oregon.gov/odhs/vr. Learn more about the State Rehabilitation Council at www.ORSRC.org.
Quit Weed And Succeed
Marijuana Addiction Recovery and Support Group
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