The TBTN 2017 planning committee will be convening to discuss the logistics of the event, the distribution of promotional materials to the community, and the tasks completed so far by committee members. Furthermore, collaborators from Lawrence may join the meeting to discuss the possibility of closing their event with an open-mic session, and what that would entail.
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Refugee/Newcomer Coalition Meeting
Khmer Women: Leading the Way
This celebration highlights the journey of Khmer women in Lowell. The keynote speaker and other Khmer women will share their personal journey to professional success and community activism. With great courage, generosity, compassion and determination, Khmer women continue to make a difference in their community.
Lunch included.
Keynote Speaker: Ms. Bora Chiemruom, Executive Director, Commonwealth of MA Asian American Commission.
RSVP by March 7th to Judy Mackey- Element Care. (978)-513-7264.
jmackey@elementcare.org
Being Mortal: Film Screening and Discussion
Being Mortal Film Screening and Discussion
“Hope is not a plan.” Dr. Atul Gawande.
Free screening and discussion of the PBS FRONTLINE documentary Being Mortal. based on the best-selling book by Dr. Atul Gawande, this film explores the hopes of patients and families facing terminal illness and their relationships with the doctors, nurses and family members who care for them.
See the film and be part of a national conversation taking place in our community that asks: “Have you and your family had these important conversations and planned ahead?”
Where: Clark Auditorium, Lowell General Hospital, 295 Varnum Avenue, Lowell
Date: Thursday, March 2, 2017
Time: 5:30-8:00PM
For more information contact, Irene Egan, Director of Community Relations. (978)-459-9343.
Women in the Mix 2018
Women from a vast array of backgrounds and industries will come together to connect with one another on both a personal and professional level. Come and join these extraordinary women as they speak publicly about their inspiring experiences, tribulations, and triumphs. Light appetizers, beer and wine, live music, raffle prizes, and more will be offered!
Faces of Addiciton: The Opioid Crisis Conference
Doubletree Hotel, Westborough, MA. Check-in and continental breakfast begins at 7:30 am. General session and keynote begin promptly at 8:15. The conference concludes at 2:00 pm. Workshop topics include:
Nature of Addiction
Teen Brain Development/Science
Signs and Symptoms of Use
Personal Recovery Stories
Hidden In Plain Sight
The Opioid Crisis in MA
Drug Trends in the Northeast
Conference features concurrent workshops, and resource exhibits. $55.00 registration fee includes light breakfast, luncheon, and conference materials.
Five professional hours will be awarded following the conclusion of the conference and submission of online evaluation forms. There will be no partial hours certificates awarded. Application for social work continuing education credits has been submitted. For more information contact Karen Nardone, M.Ed. Wellness Coorindator. 508-541-7997. Knardone@miaa.net
Community Connections Breakfast
Enjoy Breakfast- Make Connections
This event is for all interested faculty and community organizations. Learn more about service-learning, community and university resources and opportunities to develop partnerships for collaborative projects.
RSVP by March 10th at https://www.uml.edu/servicelearning/Community-Connections/Breakfast-form.aspx to be included in a booklet of contacts for attendees to keep!
Parking available for community in Visitor Salem Street Lot. Email SL_Info@uml.edu for more information.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
This training course provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to assess the mental health of adolescents, identify warning signs, and to successfully intervene when an adolescent is experiencing a mental crisis or addictive urges. Topics such as depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders and more will be discussed. Parents, teachers, caregivers, school staff and health and human service workers are encouraged to attend.
A light breakfast and bag lunch will be provided to each participant.
Moms Connected Support Group Meeting
The Moms Connected support group meetings aim to establish a safe environment for new and soon-to-be mothers to share their experiences, tribulations, questions and advice with one another. Meetings occur at the same time every Friday (unless otherwise stated by Moms Connected), and no registration is required. Babies are welcome to join.
Northeast Area Citizen Legislative Breakfast
The legislative breakfast encourages mental health providers and specialists from across the state of MA to speak with legislators on current mental health initiatives, triumphs, concerns, and about the current work of the Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health).