Qualifacts’ Post

November Webinar: Identifying and Addressing Behavioral Health Needs in Encampments, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2:00-3:30pm Eastern Time (11:00am-12:30pm PT) Learn from experts to build relationship and trust with encampment residents. This webinar will discuss core principles and engagement techniques for providers to serve as a bridge to care for mental health, substance use, and medical needs.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're spotlighting the collaborative efforts led by Anne Arundel County’s Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) and Due East Partners to strengthen the behavioral health system in Anne Arundel County. In April, Due East brought together agency heads and community leaders to co-create a shared agenda focused on 4 key priorities: 1️⃣ Education & Prevention 2️⃣ Quality Care 3️⃣ Equity in Services 4️⃣ Increased Access The goal? Treating mental health and substance use with the same urgency as physical health through a family-centered, coordinated approach. By aligning resources across sectors, this initiative aims to: 🚫 Reduce stigma  🤝 Improve care coordination  👥 Ensure all residents get the support they need This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, join us in raising awareness that behavioral health IS health. If you're struggling, don't hesitate to prioritize your well-being and seek professional help. 💚 Together, we can create a stronger, more resilient community for all. #communityimpact #behavioralhealth #communitycollaboration

Our latest edition of The Exchange Newsletter focuses on behavioral health, including stories of life-changing care, a deep dive into child and adolescent behavioral health, a look at social drivers of health and their impacts and more. Read more at: https://bit.ly/4eC5Q4j #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealth #OneWorldOmaha #OneWorldHealth #SocialDriversOfHealth

Week 2 in my new role as Associate Director of Communications here at OneWorld Community Health Centers is in the books. My biggest takeaway so far? Our mission attracts phenomenal people who simply want to help those who are in most need. My second biggest takeaway? Our communications team continues to do awesome work highlighting some of their stellar stories — kudos to Melissa Breazile and Mackenzie Krumland! So, if you haven't already, check out September's newsletter: https://lnkd.in/g8my7W4a Here's a quick snapshot: 🎂 WIC turns fifty! Did you know OneWorld's WIC clinic is the largest in the state and proudly serves nearly 5,000 people each month? 👷♀️ OneWorld is set to break ground on its 4th building on the Livestock Exchange campus next month — a space to support behavioral health services; to address workforce capacity needs; and improve access to quality early childhood education and care.    ♥➡🧠 Traditional Behavioral Health Therapist Brittany Swain, LIMHP, CPC, LADC, Family Medicine and Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner Ian Mitchell, APRN and Psychiatrist Shannon Kinnan, MD — a NATIONAL leader for her work implementing Advanced Integrative Mental Health Services (AIMS) — share a powerful anecdote on how OneWorld’s behavioral health care services are transforming lives. 😷🏡🚌 Associate Director of Operations Idania Ramirez, Behavioral Health Therapist and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Trainer Longfellow Marquez, LIMHP, LMHP, LADC, Behavioral Health Therapist Karla Deacon and Social Worker Jair Alvarez remind us that no patient lives in a vacuum; providing quality care means addressing the social determinants of health (e.g., access to health care, housing, healthy food and transportation) and understanding the impact of race, ethnicity, language, work status, as well as the weight of systemic racism and inequality. 🏫📚 Mindee Swanson, DNP, PMHS, APRN, Behavioral Health Therapist Kevin Heeb, PLMHP and Tania Murrell, BSN, RN, shed light on the rising behavioral health needs of young people in our community – and the steps OneWorld’s School-Based Health Centers are taking to help a generation of young people who are, for a variety of reasons, more isolated than ever before. 🩺Physician Assistant Cody Thorson, PA-C, who shares his time between OneWorld’s Stephen Center Clinic and main campus clinics, explains why collaborations between medical, behavioral health and social work are so important for meaningful patient outcomes. 🌟 Employee Spotlight: Vickie Adams, MS, PHR SHRM-CP: HR Extraordinaire and Overall Rockstar 🎤 Mic Drop: "What excites me is... the respect within the community that has been earned by OneWorld by providing quality of care that, frankly, I would stack up against anybody” - Chief Medical Officer Will Ostdiek, MD

California is investing in a mental health system that works for everyone, including children & youth in underserved & marginalized communities. This #NationalMinorityHealthMonth, join us in uplifting the importance of innovative programs - co-created by youth, parents & local leaders -, that meet communities where they are. Through the state's five-year investment in the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), we are working to close historic gaps in access and treatment for mental health challenges. Learn more about how the #CYBHI uses a #HealthEquity lens in every aspect of its work: cybhi.chhs.ca.gov/about

Happy New Year! If you are looking to refer clients in need of treatment for anxiety, OCD, and trauma, be sure to think of Better Living Center for Behavioral Health (https://lnkd.in/gnnbPVWN). Here's a brief video where I detail five reasons to choose Better Living for evidence-based care for your referrals.

Supporting those with behavioral health needs starts with reducing barriers preventing people from accessing care. In many cases, effective organizations operate in a way that fosters collaboration between different experts, to create evidence-based outcomes that are proven to be effective. Caring for others many times means being honest with them and meeting them where they’re at. #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealth

#ForAlumni 🎓🌱💪 As behavioral health professionals, we know the value of supportive relationships in recovery. Our latest blog post https://arshare.co/OoAle at Driftwood Recovery dives into the power of family involvement in recovery, and how it can be an invaluable tool to help individuals thrive. 🌈👨👩👧👦💖 We discuss the value of family-focused care in treatment, which provides education, support, and personal growth opportunities for the entire family. From improving communication to a greater understanding of each other, family involvement is essential to healing the whole family. 🤝🌳🌟 We also highlight the importance of self-care for the support person. Just as the individual in recovery needs to take care of their mental and physical health, so too does their support network. We're here to help. If your clients need additional support, they can reach us at (512) 759-8330 to connect with our team at Driftwood Recovery. 📞👥💙 Stay connected, stay strong, and help your clients thrive in recovery. 🌿💪🎗️ #DriftwoodRecovery #FamilyInvolvement #RecoveryJourney

Breaking the Behavioral Health Stigma. One of the biggest barriers to accessing behavioral health care is the stigma and discrimination that surrounds it. Many avoid seeking help due to fear of being labeled or judged. Social isolation, strained relationships, and workplace discrimination are just a few struggles they might face. Here's how we can all make a difference. We can come together with community support to foster peer support groups and community services that reduce isolation. Building a strong network of community-based interventions can help those struggling with behavioral health challenges feel less alone and more supported. Together, let's break the stigma and support behavioral health for all. #BehaviorAnalysis #ClientSuccess #BehavioralHealthAwareness #InclusiveHealthcare

#FamilyFocusedRecovery 🏡💙 As behavioral health professionals, we all understand the power of a nurturing, supportive environment in the recovery journey. Our new blog post https://arshare.co/Kq6GZ at Bright Mission Recovery delves into the many benefits of a family atmosphere in treatment, and we believe it's a valuable resource you can share with your clients. This blog post elucidates how a familiar, supportive environment can foster a sense of belonging, comfort, and openness during treatment, thus enhancing the efficacy of the healing process. 💪🌈 It also highlights the vital skills and tools that clients can acquire in such an environment, including learning to lean on others in times of need and evaluating situations from different perspectives. 🔄💡 At Bright Mission Recovery, we're dedicated to creating this family atmosphere. We offer family activities, couples therapy, and regular contact to ensure clients can maintain and utilize these crucial support systems. Remember, your clients can call us at (747) 444-3284 to connect with our team of experts. Let's work together to provide the best care for those on their recovery journey. 🤝💫 #brightmissionrecovery #mentalhealthsupport