Education and awareness about mental illnesses
to reduce stigma and promote recovery.
to reduce stigma and promote recovery.
WISCONSIN UNITED
for MENTAL HEALTH
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Wisconsin United for Mental Health's Calendar
September, 2010
Prevent Suicide Wisconsin Kick-Off Event (September 8, 2010)
Three time Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton is the spokesperson for the kick-off Prevent Suicide Wisconsin (PSW) events. She will speak about our plans and share her story about dealing with mental illness and suicide in her own family and life.
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Brett Favre Steakhouse
1004 Brett Favre Pass
Green Bay, WI
For more information, contact Linda Roethle, M.S., FACHE at (920) 431-5647.
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Brett Favre Steakhouse
1004 Brett Favre Pass
Green Bay, WI
For more information, contact Linda Roethle, M.S., FACHE at (920) 431-5647.
WUMH Quarterly Meeting (September 10, 2010)
Prevent Suicide Wisconsin Kick-Off Event (September 13, 2010)
Three time Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton is the spokesperson for the kick-off Prevent Suicide Wisconsin (PSW) events. She will speak about our plans and share her story about dealing with mental illness and suicide in her own family and life. Joining her will be Seth Foldy, Administrator for the Wisconsin Division of Public Health and Sue Howell, President of HOPES.
Event begins at noon
First Floor Rotunda,
The State Capitol Madison, WI
Aa Remembrance Quilt sponsored by HOPES (Helping Others Prevent and Educate About Suicide) will be on display at the Capitol the entire week.
Event begins at noon
First Floor Rotunda,
The State Capitol Madison, WI
Aa Remembrance Quilt sponsored by HOPES (Helping Others Prevent and Educate About Suicide) will be on display at the Capitol the entire week.
WI Council on Mental Health Meeting (September 14, 2010)
WI Council on Mental Health Meeting Annual Dinner (September 14, 2010)
Promoting Mental Health and Preventing Suicide Among Older Adults (September 14, 2010)
Webinar
3:00-4:30 p.m. ET (2:00-3:30 CT)
Every year, more than 5,000 Americans over the age of 65 die by suicide, a death toll that is largely preventable. Speakers Chris Miara (SPRC), Rosalyn Blogier (SAMHSA) and Yeates Conwell (University of Rochester) will review research associated with suicide among older adults, including risk and protective factors and effective suicide prevention strategies. More information on this webinar
3:00-4:30 p.m. ET (2:00-3:30 CT)
Every year, more than 5,000 Americans over the age of 65 die by suicide, a death toll that is largely preventable. Speakers Chris Miara (SPRC), Rosalyn Blogier (SAMHSA) and Yeates Conwell (University of Rochester) will review research associated with suicide among older adults, including risk and protective factors and effective suicide prevention strategies. More information on this webinar
Health Care Dialogue (September 14, 2010)
7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
SHERATON MADISON HOTEL
Sheraton Madison Hotel
706 John Nolen Dr. • Madison, WI 53713
The Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation’s Annual Dialogue is a moderated panel discussion of state and nationally known health care specialists, legislators, business owners and the public to discuss the economic impact of health behaviors and issues.
General admission is free. Space is limited.
PLEASE RSVP BY SEPTEMBER 9: Call the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation at 1.800.448.5148
SHERATON MADISON HOTEL
Sheraton Madison Hotel
706 John Nolen Dr. • Madison, WI 53713
The Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation’s Annual Dialogue is a moderated panel discussion of state and nationally known health care specialists, legislators, business owners and the public to discuss the economic impact of health behaviors and issues.
General admission is free. Space is limited.
PLEASE RSVP BY SEPTEMBER 9: Call the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation at 1.800.448.5148
Prevent Suicide Wisconsin Awareness Event (September 14, 2010)
The LaCrosse Area Suicide Prevention Initiative is holding an Awareness Event at Riverside Park at 6 p.m. Three time Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton is the spokesperson for the kick-off Prevent Suicide Wisconsin (PSW) events.
Wisconsin Council on Mental Health (September 15, 2010)
9:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Northern County Meeting (location to be announced)
[http://www.mhc.state.wi.us/]
Northern County Meeting (location to be announced)
[http://www.mhc.state.wi.us/]
2010 Suicide Prevention Summit (September 15, 2010)
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Radisson Hotel, LaCrosse, WI
The LaCrosse Area Suicide Prevention Initiative's annual Suicide Prevention Summit featuring three time Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton, family survivor.
Cost: $65, includes full conference, refreshments, lunch, materials and continuing education hours
(Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.) . For more information and to register online:
[http://www.uwlax.edu/conted/suicideprevention/index.html]
Radisson Hotel, LaCrosse, WI
The LaCrosse Area Suicide Prevention Initiative's annual Suicide Prevention Summit featuring three time Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton, family survivor.
Cost: $65, includes full conference, refreshments, lunch, materials and continuing education hours
(Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.) . For more information and to register online:
[http://www.uwlax.edu/conted/suicideprevention/index.html]
Enhancing Personal and Professional Strategies for Optimal Mental Health (September 17, 2010)
7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Pyle Center
702 Langdon St.
Madison, WI
Goal: to provide an overview of current issues in mental health along with evidence-based approaches for prevention and management.
Intended Audience: All nurses and other health care providers
Credit: Continuing Nursing Education awarded by the ANCC
[http://www.son.wisc.edu/ce]
Pyle Center
702 Langdon St.
Madison, WI
Goal: to provide an overview of current issues in mental health along with evidence-based approaches for prevention and management.
Intended Audience: All nurses and other health care providers
Credit: Continuing Nursing Education awarded by the ANCC
[http://www.son.wisc.edu/ce]
Beyond the Blues - Charles E. Kubly Foundation Fundraiser (September 18, 2010)
6:00 - 11:00 P.M.
Discovery World Terrace
500 N. Harbor Drive, Pier Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
Enjoy food by Bartolotta Catering and the music of The Dan Dance Trio and Streetlife with Warren Wiegratz.
Tickets are $75 per person. Bring friends and enjoy a fun, casual evening!
[http://www.charlesekublyfoundation.org/events.php]
Discovery World Terrace
500 N. Harbor Drive, Pier Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
Enjoy food by Bartolotta Catering and the music of The Dan Dance Trio and Streetlife with Warren Wiegratz.
Tickets are $75 per person. Bring friends and enjoy a fun, casual evening!
[http://www.charlesekublyfoundation.org/events.php]
2010 Summit Mental Health: Race, Culture, Ethnicity (September 21, 2010)
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Italian Community Center
631 East Chicago Street - Milwaukee, WI
Cost $35 per person (includes continental breakfast and lunch)
Registration deadline September 14.
Presented by the Milwaukee Mental Health Task Force
This summit is for policy makers, consumers, providers, educators, family members, veterans, the faith community, law enforcement and other stakeholders.
Download brochure (pdf)
Register online:
[https://www.mhawisconsin.org/_application/events/mhtf-summit.asp]
Italian Community Center
631 East Chicago Street - Milwaukee, WI
Cost $35 per person (includes continental breakfast and lunch)
Registration deadline September 14.
Presented by the Milwaukee Mental Health Task Force
This summit is for policy makers, consumers, providers, educators, family members, veterans, the faith community, law enforcement and other stakeholders.
Download brochure (pdf)
Register online:
[https://www.mhawisconsin.org/_application/events/mhtf-summit.asp]
Peer Support and Peer Providers: Redefining Mental Health Recovery (September 21, 2010)
SAMHSA ADS Center Training Teleconference
What is unique about peer support services and what can mental health providers, family members, and other stakeholders learn from the success of this approach? What systems-level and policy changes are need to enhance the culture of healing and recovery in mental health services, based on mutual relationships of learning, safety, and trust? What are the research findings that have shown peer support to be an evidence-based practice that enhances well-being outcomes?
SAMHSA ADS Center invites you to a free training teleconference entitled “Peer Support and Peer Providers: Redefining Mental Health Recovery”. This training teleconference will help current and past recipients of mental health services, U.S. service members and their families, health providers, advocacy organizations, family and peer support leaders, and the general public explore the questions above.
Date and Time
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m., Eastern Time (ET)
Presenters
Register online at (NOTE registration closes Sept. 17, 5:00 pm ET):
[http://promoteacceptance.samhsa.gov/teleconferences/default.aspx]
What is unique about peer support services and what can mental health providers, family members, and other stakeholders learn from the success of this approach? What systems-level and policy changes are need to enhance the culture of healing and recovery in mental health services, based on mutual relationships of learning, safety, and trust? What are the research findings that have shown peer support to be an evidence-based practice that enhances well-being outcomes?
SAMHSA ADS Center invites you to a free training teleconference entitled “Peer Support and Peer Providers: Redefining Mental Health Recovery”. This training teleconference will help current and past recipients of mental health services, U.S. service members and their families, health providers, advocacy organizations, family and peer support leaders, and the general public explore the questions above.
Date and Time
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m., Eastern Time (ET)
Presenters
- Jean Campbell, Ph.D., University of Missouri School of Medicine- Columbia
- Steve Harrington, J.D., M.P.A., National Association of Peer Specialists
- Shery Mead, Shery Mead Consulting
Register online at (NOTE registration closes Sept. 17, 5:00 pm ET):
[http://promoteacceptance.samhsa.gov/teleconferences/default.aspx]
Care in the Community Conference (September 22, 2010)
Radisson Hotel, Wauwatosa, WI
A conference to provide families and providers who care for children and youth with special health care needs with the information and tools they need. For more information:
[http://www.maxishare.com/conferences]
A conference to provide families and providers who care for children and youth with special health care needs with the information and tools they need. For more information:
[http://www.maxishare.com/conferences]
Crisis Intervention Conference - 13th Annual (Sept. 23-24, 2010)
Kalahari Resort & Convention Center
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Presented by: Bureau of Prevention, Treatment and Recovery, Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Department of Health Services and UW-Stevens Point Continuing Education
Conference Keynote Speakers
Crisis and Recovery
Daniel Fisher, MD, PhD, National Empowerment Center, Lawrence, MA
Resilience
David Mays, MD, PhD, Forensic Psychiatrist, Mount Horeb, WI
Compassion Fatigue Prevention & Resiliency
J. Eric Gentry, PhD, Compassion Unlimited, Sarasota, FL
Download .pdf Brochure
Register Online at:
[http://mypoint.uwsp.edu/ce/ce001/default.aspx?eventId=11000279]
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Presented by: Bureau of Prevention, Treatment and Recovery, Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Department of Health Services and UW-Stevens Point Continuing Education
Conference Keynote Speakers
Crisis and Recovery
Daniel Fisher, MD, PhD, National Empowerment Center, Lawrence, MA
Resilience
David Mays, MD, PhD, Forensic Psychiatrist, Mount Horeb, WI
Compassion Fatigue Prevention & Resiliency
J. Eric Gentry, PhD, Compassion Unlimited, Sarasota, FL
Download .pdf Brochure
Register Online at:
[http://mypoint.uwsp.edu/ce/ce001/default.aspx?eventId=11000279]
Reception for Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton (September 28, 2010)
Wisconsin United for Mental Health (WUMH) cordially invites you to an informal reception for Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton. We will be celebrating and thanking the Lt. Governor for serving as the honorary chair of WUMH and for her dedication in recognizing the importance of mental health in Wisconsin.
Where: Madison’s--119 N. King St.--Madison, WI 53703
When: Tuesday, September 28th from 4:30PM to 6:30 PM
We hope to see you there!
Where: Madison’s--119 N. King St.--Madison, WI 53703
When: Tuesday, September 28th from 4:30PM to 6:30 PM
We hope to see you there!
Alternatives 2010 (September 29 - October 3, 2010)
Anaheim, CA
Alternatives is a national mental health conference sponsored by SAMHSA and organized by and for mental health consumers and survivors.
[http://www.power2u.org/alternatives-2010/index.html]
Alternatives is a national mental health conference sponsored by SAMHSA and organized by and for mental health consumers and survivors.
[http://www.power2u.org/alternatives-2010/index.html]
October, 2010
Healing Our Communities (October 5-6, 2010)
18th Annual Conference by Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Wisconsin Department of Children and Families,
& American Indians Against Abuse
Lake of the Torches Hotel & Convention Center
Lac du Flambeau, WI
Featured Tribe: Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
Conference Mission: Opportunity for county, tribal, state health, human service and other professionals to increase their skills while celebrating the cultural traditions of Native American tribes in Wisconsin. It is our mission to send attendees home with a deeper understanding of how to provide culturally appropriate services in tribal communities.
For more information contact: Lynn Gall, DHS Tribal Affairs, at 608-267-2185 or lynn.gall @ wisconsin.gov or to
Terri Tainter, AIAA Executive Director, at 715-634-9980 or aiaaadmin @ cheqnet.net.
& American Indians Against Abuse
Lake of the Torches Hotel & Convention Center
Lac du Flambeau, WI
Featured Tribe: Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
Conference Mission: Opportunity for county, tribal, state health, human service and other professionals to increase their skills while celebrating the cultural traditions of Native American tribes in Wisconsin. It is our mission to send attendees home with a deeper understanding of how to provide culturally appropriate services in tribal communities.
For more information contact: Lynn Gall, DHS Tribal Affairs, at 608-267-2185 or lynn.gall @ wisconsin.gov or to
Terri Tainter, AIAA Executive Director, at 715-634-9980 or aiaaadmin @ cheqnet.net.
NASW Wisconsin Annual Conference (October 6-8, 2010)
Empowering Individuals, Families and Communities
Where: Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel, 375 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield, WI
For more information call NASW WI toll-free at 866-462-7994 or 608-257-6334
[http://www.naswwi.org/index.asp]
Where: Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel, 375 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield, WI
For more information call NASW WI toll-free at 866-462-7994 or 608-257-6334
[http://www.naswwi.org/index.asp]
2nd Annual Minding Your Emotional Health Conference (October 9, 2010)
Where: Watertown High School
Time: 8:00 AM – Noon
Cost: Free to the Community and Providers.
Registration forms will be sent out at a later date for providers who would like to have an informational display.
Topics:
Time: 8:00 AM – Noon
Cost: Free to the Community and Providers.
Registration forms will be sent out at a later date for providers who would like to have an informational display.
Topics:
- Cyber Bullying
- Domestic Violence
- Communities and families affected by returning veterans
- Prison/Jail
Midwest Autism Conference (October 10-12, 2010)
La Crosse Center, La Crosse, WI.
Join the UW-La Crosse Continuing Education Department and Chileda, Inc. for a comprehensive conference covering strategies that support individuals on the Autism Spectrum in school, home, and treatment environments.
For more information or to register call Karen Langaard at 1-866-895-9233 or visit:
[http://www.uwlax.edu/conted/mac/]
Join the UW-La Crosse Continuing Education Department and Chileda, Inc. for a comprehensive conference covering strategies that support individuals on the Autism Spectrum in school, home, and treatment environments.
For more information or to register call Karen Langaard at 1-866-895-9233 or visit:
[http://www.uwlax.edu/conted/mac/]
6th Annual Mental Health Substance Abuse Training Conference (October 26-27, 2010)
Kalahari Resort — Wisconsin Dells, WI
Journey to Wholeness in Body, Mind, and Spirit - 6th Annual Mental Health and Substance Abuse Training Conference presented by Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Bureau of Prevention, Treatment and Recovery
Keynote -- Real Change: Lessons Learned in Recovery-oriented Systems Transformation
Who Should Attend? -- Professionals, consumers, and families in the areas of substance abuse and mental health; Clinicians in the criminal and juvenile justice systems; domestic violence service providers; Adolescent treatment professionals and educators; interested others.
[http://www.uwsp.edu/conted/conferences/]
Journey to Wholeness in Body, Mind, and Spirit - 6th Annual Mental Health and Substance Abuse Training Conference presented by Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Bureau of Prevention, Treatment and Recovery
Keynote -- Real Change: Lessons Learned in Recovery-oriented Systems Transformation
Who Should Attend? -- Professionals, consumers, and families in the areas of substance abuse and mental health; Clinicians in the criminal and juvenile justice systems; domestic violence service providers; Adolescent treatment professionals and educators; interested others.
[http://www.uwsp.edu/conted/conferences/]
The Changing Landscape of Insurance after National Health Reform (October 28, 2010)
9:00am-4:30pm
Inn on the Park
22 S. Carroll Street,
Madison, WI 53703
Continuing education credits will be offered for attorneys, social work, and other professions. A light breakfast and lunch and conference CD will be included in your reservation cost! Sponsored by HealthWatch WI.
Inn on the Park
22 S. Carroll Street,
Madison, WI 53703
Continuing education credits will be offered for attorneys, social work, and other professions. A light breakfast and lunch and conference CD will be included in your reservation cost! Sponsored by HealthWatch WI.
November, 2010
21st Children Come First Conference (November 8-10, 2010)
Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells
"See My World: New Perspectives on Children’s Mental Health"
Keynotes
PLUS - 30 Breakout Sessions and a full Youth Track!
For more information contact: Deenah Givens or Paula Buege at Wisconsin Family Ties: 608.267.6800 or 800.422.7145 or:
[http://www.wifamilyties.org]
"See My World: New Perspectives on Children’s Mental Health"
Keynotes
- Heather Forbes, LCSW, author and nationally-recognized trainer in the fields of trauma, attachment and children with severe behavior http://www.beyondconsequences.com
- Flo Hilliard, national presenter on adolescent neurobiology and the bio-psychosocial differences between girls and boys! http://www.dcs.wisc.edu/pda/spotlight-hilliard.htm
PLUS - 30 Breakout Sessions and a full Youth Track!
For more information contact: Deenah Givens or Paula Buege at Wisconsin Family Ties: 608.267.6800 or 800.422.7145 or:
[http://www.wifamilyties.org]
WI Council on Mental Health Meeting (November 17, 2010)
10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Dept of Transportation, 2101 Wright Street in Madison and by teleconference
[http://www.mhc.state.wi.us/]
Dept of Transportation, 2101 Wright Street in Madison and by teleconference
[http://www.mhc.state.wi.us/]
Trauma Informed Schools (November 17-18, 2010)
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, with support from the WI Department of Health Services, will be offering a training on Trauma Informed Schools, featuring Joel Ristuccia, EdM. This training will be in conjunction with the 26th Annual State Superintendent's Conference on Special Education and Pupil Services Leadership Issues. You may attend the afternoon of November 17 or both days.
Registration deadline: November 7.
Registration is now available at
[http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/falleader.html]
Registration deadline: November 7.
Registration is now available at
[http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/falleader.html]
2010 Mental Health Consumer Conference (November 22nd and 23rd)
“Mental Health Reform: Advocating for Our Future”
A Conference to Support the Statewide Mental Health Consumer Network
Kalahari Resort
Wisconsin Dells, WI
A Conference to Support the Statewide Mental Health Consumer Network
Kalahari Resort
Wisconsin Dells, WI
December, 2010
WUMH Quarterly Meeting (December 10, 2010)
March, 2011
24th Annual Children's Mental Health Research and Policy Conference (March 20-23, 2011)
Tampa, FL
Keynote Speaker: Geoffrey Canada, Harlem Children's Zone
[http://cmhtampaconference.usf.edu]
Keynote Speaker: Geoffrey Canada, Harlem Children's Zone
[http://cmhtampaconference.usf.edu]
September, 2011
Conference On Community Integration for Individuals with Psychiatric Disabilities (September 19-21, 2011)
Innovative Research, Policies, Programs, and Practices
Doubletree Hotel ‐ 237 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA
Who: Persons in recovery, researchers, administrators, policymakers, providers, family members, and advocates to join us for presentations that will focus on state‐of‐the‐art research focusing on community participation/inclusion of individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Sessions will also address innovative policies, programs, and practices that promote opportunities for participation/inclusion.
Why: Explore emerging research in the field that identifies innovative strategies increasing and enhancing community participation of individuals with psychiatric disabilities! Network with others in the field, defining the next generation of policies, programs and practices that promote community participation!
[http://www.upennrrtc.org/news/index.php]
Doubletree Hotel ‐ 237 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA
Who: Persons in recovery, researchers, administrators, policymakers, providers, family members, and advocates to join us for presentations that will focus on state‐of‐the‐art research focusing on community participation/inclusion of individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Sessions will also address innovative policies, programs, and practices that promote opportunities for participation/inclusion.
Why: Explore emerging research in the field that identifies innovative strategies increasing and enhancing community participation of individuals with psychiatric disabilities! Network with others in the field, defining the next generation of policies, programs and practices that promote community participation!
[http://www.upennrrtc.org/news/index.php]