NAMI event for anyone caring for youth

Virtual Super Saturday Registration, Sat, Apr 30, 2022 at 9:30 AM | Eventbrite Saturday April 30, 2022; 9:30am-3:30pm Super Saturday Join NAMI Minnesota for a Free and Virtual Super Saturday Education Conference. This online event is designed to meet the needs of biological, foster and adoptive parents, family members, paraprofessionals, and others who care for […]

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April VA Caregiver events – starting this Friday!

Join CSP this April for spirituality, monthly education calls, and advanced Join us for Upcoming Caregiver Events! The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) and partnering VA offices are excited to continue a variety of events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out our list of events for April below! Spirituality and Post […]

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Imagine Network: Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, & Pine Calendar

Imagine Network schedule for Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, & Pine County events. Additional information will be provided once you RSVP: 320-766-5708 or ImagineNetwork April 11, 2022 Isanti County Meal & Clay Craft Starting at 5pm to 7pm All Supplies Provided Cambridge, MN @ The Bridge Outreach April 25, 2022 Kanabec County Meal & Clay […]

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A Tablet for the Older Generation

Staying connected for seniors is critical to their well-being and contributes to mental wellness and agility. Sharing an article about a tablet built just for those not used to a lot of technology. GrandPad aims to eliminate the digital divide faced by the older generation with its senior-friendly device. By Tina Nguyen Twin Cities Business […]

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First Ever Bipolar Symposium May 5, 2022

May 5 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm NAMI Minnesota and M Health Fairview invite you to join us for our first ever symposium on Bipolar Disorder! This will be a hybrid event so you can join in person or online. We are thrilled to have Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Endowed Chair in Early […]

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Spring Mental Health First Aid Trainings with M Health Fairview

Join M Health Fairview Community Advancement for free virtual trainings: Mental Health First Aid Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) introduces the risk factors and warning signs of common mental health and substance use disorders, builds understanding of their impact, and reviews support options. The interactive course teaches participants how to offer initial help to an […]

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MN Thrives – Building Connections

Building Connections for Mental Well-Being and Resilience MN Thrives is an interactive database built by people like you entering information about their work to promote mental well-being and inclusive, thriving communities. ▪ Join the Webinar to learn how to get involved! ▪ Date: Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 ▪ Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm ▪ Link: Click […]

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Learning over lunch March 9, 2022

Mar. 9, 2022 Mental Health First Aid Basics, Recovering Hope

Join us for our monthly Learning Over Lunch on Wednesday, March 9th. Patti Miller, Mental Health First Aid Trainer, and Regional Suicide Prevention Coordinator will be discussing the basics of Mental Health First Aid, how to take action when someone is in crisis and identify resources available in the community. Please register for this event […]

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How Stress Affects Digestion

How Stress Affects Digestion

From Everyday Health: How Stress Affects Digestion Have you ever have to make a “gut-wrenching” decision under pressure? Or were you ever so anxious that you had butterflies in your stomach? If so, then you know how stress can affect your digestive system. The brain and the gut are connected and constantly in communication. In fact, […]

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Supporting Mental Health

Supporting mental health | Pine City Pioneer | pinecountynews.com The Pine County LAC (Local Advisory Council) on Mental Health put together Mental Health Support Baskets on February 8, 2022. The baskets will be donated to the Sandstone Essentia Hospital and to the Mental Health Mobile Crisis Response Team in our area to be given out […]

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Join CSP this March for Spirituality & Monthly Education Calls

Upcoming Virtual Caregiver Support Events in March The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) and partnering VA offices are excited to continue a variety of events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out our list of events for March below! Spirituality: Finding Meaning and Purpose Peer Mentor Call. Join the VA Peer Support Mentoring […]

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Mental Health & Older Adults Facebook Live Q&A on March 1st

Mental Health and Older Adults Facebook Live Q&A Date/Time: March 1, 2022, 2:30–2:50 p.m. ET 1:30-1:50 p.m. Central Location: Virtual Host: National Institutes of Health & SAMHSA How can we maintain our mental and emotional well-being as we age? The National Institute of Mental Health, National Institute on Aging, and the Substance Abuse and Mental […]

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The Power of Language February 23, 2022 at Noon

from Wellness in the Woods THE POWER AND IMPORTANCE OF LANGUAGE BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EACH OTHER Join Daniel Laskowski in looking at the importance of recovery language that empowers, validates, educates and connects communities. Daniel is a Certified Peer Specialist and WRAP facilitator with Wellness in the Woods. Via zoom: Bring your lunch. […]

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Imagine Network Events!

Upcoming Imagine Network Events: From Wellness in the Woods Mora February 14th 5 to 7 Chisago City February 28th 5 to 7 Mille Lacs County March 14th 5 to 7 Pine County March 28th Click link for locations & updates: https://www.facebook.com/ImagineNetwork7E.MN Photos from our first Imagine Network event in Region 7E! This particular event took […]

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New time for Friday Night Freedom – 5:00pm

Wherever you are on your journey from substance use, we are here to listen and never judge. Every Friday Night Virtual Zoom Meetings 5:00pm to 6:00pm You can join our virtual Zoom Meetings three ways, whichever is more convenient! 1. Use Zoom ID# 592-347-390 2. Call 646-558-8656 3. go to www.mnwitw.org/vpsn and the VPSN logo […]

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Recovering Hope Naloxone Training February 9, 2022

Recovering Hope Learning Over Lunch Delivering Naloxone 11:00 Lunch | 11:30a Presentation | 12:30p Q&A Wednesday, February 9th 11:00am – 1:00pm Join us on Wednesday, February 9th for our monthly Learning Over Lunch event. This is a FREE training covering the basics of delivering Naloxone, recognizing overdose symptoms, and different administration types. Register HERE.

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NAMI Family to Family 8-Week Class

Caring for a loved one with Mental Illness? If you or someone you know may benefit from taking the Family to Family course please reach out to them and encourage them to register. Note: The course is free. If you have already taken the course you may take it again. Also if your interested in […]

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Pine County Party Flier – February 11, 2022

JOIN US FOR THIS FREE SOCIAL EVENT! WE WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU! Pine County Health & Human Services, and Wellness in the Woods/Imagine Network Presents: Party Time in Pine! Has this pandemic affected you emotionally? Maybe you have been isolating more than usual? Join us for an evening of fun, food, games, crafts, a […]

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School-based Suicide Prevention: Promising Approaches and Opportunities for Research

Date/Time: January 14, 2022, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. ET Location: Virtual This NIMH-hosted webinar will provide an opportunity for diverse stakeholders, including school administrators, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and funders, to learn about new and innovative practices in school-based suicide prevention. There will be a particular focus on identifying and supporting high-risk youth, as well as […]

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