BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MiPeers - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mipeers.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MiPeers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260226T151329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T190052Z UID:10000356-1776072600-1776094200@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Managing Your Emotions DESCRIPTION:At the center of everything we do (or don’t do) are our emotions. What would life be like for you if you could stop people from pushing your buttons? What would it be like if you could decide how you wanted to feel about something\, and then feel that way? Would you enjoy life more if you were amazing at managing your emotions? This is your opportunity to get really good at managing your emotions. \nParticipants will: \n\nStrengthen their ability to stay emotionally grounded while supporting others in crisis or distress.\nPractice recognizing emotional escalation early and responding with supportive peer-appropriate strategies.\nLearn language patterns that promote empowerment\, choice and self-efficacy in the people they support.\nDistinguish between empathy and emotional over-identification to prevent compassion fatigue.\nExplore how to use lived experience safely and effectively without becoming emotionally flooded.\nApply grounding techniques they can use personally and teach peers in real-time support situations.\n\n  \nMeet the Trainer: \nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Life Coach\, an NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Certified Peer Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \n  \nEligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/managing-your-emotions-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untitled-design-2-pdf.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260327T205220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T205220Z UID:10000378-1775736000-1775739600@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 849 2006 3800 \nPasscode: b8kN8M \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-46/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260325T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260325T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260302T165215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T165215Z UID:10000359-1774440000-1774443600@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 844 3155 0904 \nPasscode: rS0TNp \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-44/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260302T164713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T164713Z UID:10000357-1773316800-1773320400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 871 0976 1950 \nPasscode: S2iTFx \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-43/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260128T152311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T152311Z UID:10000343-1773131400-1773160200@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Troy- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle\, Second Edition Ethics will be required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious\, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training\, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the core components of the MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExplore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.\nIdentify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.\nExplore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.\nPractice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.\n\nTrainers: \nSara Szczotka\, CPRC\, YRC\, drew on her lived experience to serve in a wide range of professional roles\, including leading a recovery community organization\, working as a peer alongside law enforcement\, providing community-based outreach\, and supporting individuals in inpatient settings. Across these diverse contexts\, her work focused on strengthening recovery support\, improving peer integration\, and fostering collaboration between systems. She supervised peer professionals in multiple settings and has been engaged with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) since the rollout of the Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) curriculum in 2018. Deeply committed to supporting and advancing the peer workforce\, Sara uses her experience to guide training conversations on leadership\, ethics\, advocacy\, connection\, and the importance of multiple pathways to recovery. \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation. \nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).  Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/troy-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-5/ LOCATION:Oakland Community Health Network\, 5505 Corporate Dr.\, Troy\, MI\, 48098\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ethics-1254x692.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260305T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260305T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251217T152719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T192941Z UID:10000324-1772703000-1772724600@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Improving Your Self Talk DESCRIPTION:What would it be like if you could direct your internal dialogue where you want it to go? Wouldn’t it be great to silence your inner critic? Improving Your Self-Talk will help you do that very thing. This training will tell you how to “catch it\, check it\, change it.” It will allow you to be in the “driver’s seat” of your own head (for the most part). \n  \nParticipants will: \n\nExplore practical ways to stop unhelpful internal dialogue\, allowing peers to show up more centered\, calm\, and grounded when supporting others.\nLearn strategies for cultivating an encouraging inner voice\, so peers can model hope\, confidence\, resilience\, and self-compassion for the individuals they serve.\nDiscover how shifts in sub modalities impact self-talk and emotional state\, giving peers concrete tools they can use—and teach—to create more empowering thinking patterns.\nPractice methods for improving self-talk to support emotional well-being\, helping peers reduce overwhelm\, maintain balance\, and prevent compassion fatigue. \n\n  \nMeet the Trainer: \nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Life Coach\, NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and recovery coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \nEligible for 4.5 virtual Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/improving-your-self-talk-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/positive-self-talk-examples-960x540-1-960x540.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260227T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260202T024600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T162205Z UID:10000346-1772193600-1772197200@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 846 7650 5891 \nPasscode: G0VY0X \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-42/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251216T161017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T161423Z UID:10000318-1772094600-1772123400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Washtenaw- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second renewal cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\nExplore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/washtenaw-second-edition-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/ LOCATION:Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center\, 4135 Washtenaw Ave.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pics-for-MiPeers-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251216T165051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T170603Z UID:10000321-1772008200-1772037000@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Washtenaw- Connections: Getting to Know the People We Serve DESCRIPTION:Join Jose Salinas for a powerful and reflective session focusing on deepening our connection with the people we serve. This workshop blends practical tools with compassionate insight to support peer professionals cultivating flexible\, compassionate response in our work with individuals experiencing addiction\, mental health challenges\, and/or crisis. \nParticipants will learn about: \n\nMatching interventions to the level of addiction or illness.\nInternal barriers and how they impact our connections.\nCultivating response flexibility.\nRemembering pathways and harm reduction.\nDeveloping and maintaining empathy through:\n\nTransformative listening.\nMindfulness and self-compassion.\nThe power of choice.\n\n\n\nWho should attend? \nPeer support specialists\, peer recovery coaches\, and anyone who works in a recovery oriented or person-centered space. \nAbout the Trainer: \nJose is a Certified Peer Support Specialist\, Certified Peer Recovery Coach\, and a state of Michigan Peer Trainer. With over a decade of experience in peer support\, Jose has facilitated trainings in Mental Health First Aid\, QPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer)\, Emotional CPR\, and mindfulness-based programs for addiction recovery. He is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate recovery from substance use and mental health challenges\, offering trauma-sensitive and compassionate support rooted in lived experience. \nA person in long-term recovery from addiction\, mental health conditions\, trauma\, and poverty\, Jose is passionate about sharing his story to inspire hope and healing in others. He finds strength and connection through nature\, community\, and his two loyal Australian Shepherds\, Chiquis\, and Peques—his sunrise running partners on hidden trails. Jose believes he didn’t survive addiction for himself alone\, but to support others. His life’s work is guided by a drive to help people find their own paths to wellness and recovery. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.  \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/washtenaw-connections-getting-to-know-the-people-we-serve/ LOCATION:Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center\, 4135 Washtenaw Ave.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-04-104647.png ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260219T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260219T124500 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260116T183808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T183808Z UID:10000338-1771489800-1771505100@mipeers.org SUMMARY:So Many Roads: A Multiple Pathways Training DESCRIPTION:Explore new pathways in your recovery journey with our interactive online training. Learn how different recovery routes can support your personal growth and those you serve. Through collaboration and self-reflection\, you’ll uncover and share pathways you may not have realized were part of your recovery. Join us for a session of discovery and connection. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nBetter understand many different groups that support multiple pathways.\nLearn about the history of mutual aid groups.\nSelf-discover all the pathways you have used to support your recovery.\nBe able to help the people you serve build a roadmap of their own unique recovery pathway.\n\nTrainers: \nAndrew Brown (LLMSW\, CPRC\, CPRM) is a clinical social worker\, recovery coach\, and person in long-term recovery. He is passionate about a multiple pathways approach to recovery and is deeply committed to harm reduction. Andrew is also dedicated to expanding and improving services to ensure that resources are accessible for all individuals seeking help with substance-related issues. \nPriscilla Shafor (BS\, CADC\, CPRC\, CPRM\, RCPF) is a person in long-term recovery with over 20 years of experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders and involvement in the justice system. Her work focuses on expanding access to recovery support and empowering people to make informed choices about their recovery paths. \nShe is a contracted trainer with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)\, providing continuing education for Peer Recovery Coaches. Priscilla also holds the Recovery Coach Professional Facilitator (RCPF) designation through the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR)\, authorizing her to facilitate all (CCAR) curricula. Her facilitation style blends lived experience with professional expertise and is grounded in a deep commitment to recovery-oriented systems of care. \nEligible for 4 virtual Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/so-many-roads-a-multiple-pathways-training-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Untitled-design-13.png ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260217T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260217T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251211T173118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T173427Z UID:10000314-1771320600-1771342200@mipeers.org SUMMARY:How to Quit Taking It Personally DESCRIPTION:Training Overview:\nYou have been there before and the truth is\, you have been “there” more often than you’d like to admit. You’ve been in that situation or had that conversation and you took something personally. You know the kind of situation where your feelings were hurt. Imagine what it would be like to have the tools to Quit Taking It Personally. How much healthier would you be if you could Quit Taking It Personally? This is the training for you! \nParticipants will: \n\nMaintain healthy boundaries and emotional resilience while working through challenging conversations\, thereby preventing burnout\, and sustaining your ability to serve.\nFoster a healing environment where clients feel heard and supported\, not judged—helping them move toward recovery\, community\, integration and long-term wellness.\nUse insight into your own experience and emotional triggers to better empathize with those you support—so you can offer genuine compassion without taking their words personally.\nFacilitate recovery-oriented conversations more effectively by staying calm\, centered and present even when clients express frustration\, anger or blame.\nRole-model emotional health\, equipping clients with practical tools to manage their own feelings of being “taken personally”—which supports their recovery\, stability\, and growth.\n\nAbout the trainer:\nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Life Coach\, an NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \nEligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously\, only 13 virtual credits were allowed. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/how-to-quit-taking-it-personally-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/dont-take-it-personal.png ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251216T163520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T163651Z UID:10000320-1770885000-1770913800@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Moral Injury DESCRIPTION:Moral injury is deeply psychological and emotional\, often leading to guilt\, shame\, and long-term distress. It can be especially painful when no legal consequences exist\, yet a person struggles with their own internal moral code. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDefine Moral Injury.\nIdentify causes of Moral Injury.\nRecognize the psychological and emotional impact.\nDiscuss strategies for recognizing and addressing Moral Injury.\nExamine approaches to prevent and heal from Moral Injury.\n\nAbout the Trainer: \nDr. Kevin Scott is an honorably discharged decorated Marine Veteran of Operation Desert Storm. Academically\, he has a Bachelor of Science (Magna Cum Laude) and a Master of Science both in the discipline of Criminal Justice from North Carolina Central University\, in Durham\, NC. In addition\, he earned a doctorate in Community Counseling and Care specializing in Traumatology from Liberty University in Lynchburg\, Virginia. He also holds national memberships and state certifications in a myriad of mental health spaces including Harvard’s T. H. Chan School of Public Health Executive Leadership Development\, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)\, National Association of Drug Court Professionals (NADCP)\, Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional (CCHP)\, and Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional-Mental Health (CCHP-MH). \nEligible for 6.5 virtual Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/moral-injury/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Untitled-design-3-pdf.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260211T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260211T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251216T161900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T161900Z UID:10000319-1770798600-1770827400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Flint- Eight Dimensions of Wellness DESCRIPTION:Creating a Balanced Life: Wellness within the Eight Dimensions. This training will bring awareness to and expand on the importance of wellness in our lives and our recovery. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDefine wellness and balance.\nDefine and explain the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.\nPromote wellness in all aspects of life.\nBe able to facilitate Eight Dimensions of Wellness group.\n\nPresented by:\nJulie Smythe\, MA\, CPSS\, and Rodasi Campbell\, CPRC\, ERYT\, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Peer Services area \nAttendance is strictly monitored. \nEligible for 6.5 Continuing Education credits. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/flint-eight-dimensions-of-wellness-3/ LOCATION:Genesee Health Systems (Baker College)\, 1040 W. Bristol Rd\, Flint\, MI\, 48507\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/8-dimensions-of-wellness-415x366.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260202T022805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T022805Z UID:10000345-1770724800-1770728400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 884 9553 7134 \nPasscode: NQkis3 \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-41/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251216T160201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T160201Z UID:10000317-1770712200-1770741000@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Flint- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second renewal cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\nExplore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/flint-second-edition-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/ LOCATION:Genesee Health Systems (Baker College)\, 1040 W. Bristol Rd\, Flint\, MI\, 48507\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pics-for-MiPeers-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260206T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260206T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251216T195739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T195739Z UID:10000322-1770366600-1770395400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Meditation Challenge DESCRIPTION:Join the 2026 Meditation Challenge for peers! Let’s spend the month beginning or deepening practice together. \nLearning objectives: \n\nBasic meditation and mindfulness practices.\nHow the brain and body chemistry change when we practice.\nHow to incorporate practice into your workday to reduce stress and support showing up with a full cup.\nSimple\, trauma-informed practices to start your session with—centering for both you and your participant.\n\nNote: Follow-up sessions will be held on Fridays in February from noon to 1 p.m. for accountability\, Q&A\, and continued support as you implement these practices. Your trainer will contact you via email with more information. \nPresented by:\nRodasi Campbell\, CPRC\, RCPF\, ERYT\, is a woman on the path of discovery in recovery from substances\, mental health\, relationships\, and the mind. She has an extensive background in spirituality and health including yogic science\, women’s spirituality and alternative and earth-based spiritualities. Rodasi is a mom\, an author\, and Peer Recovery Coach Trainer for Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS virtual Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/meditation-challenge/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Pics-for-MiPeers-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260203T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260203T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251216T152709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T170013Z UID:10000315-1770111000-1770132600@mipeers.org SUMMARY:How To Reframe Anything and Everything DESCRIPTION:Being told to “reframe it” is something many of us have heard\, or maybe even something you’ve said yourself. Right along with the phrase “reframe it” is often the phrase “turn the negative into a positive.” Has anyone ever shown you “how to”—reframe it? In this four-hour training\, you will be shown separate ways you can reframe anything and everything. Imagine what it will do for your mental health to become proficient at reframing anything you want! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nSee things from three distinct positions.\nLearn how to flip the “but.”\nHear about the four root causes of perspective.\nFind ways to determine your desired outcomes.\nFeel like you can truly reframe anything and everything.\n\nAbout the Trainer: \nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Life Coach\, NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \nEligible for 4.5 MDHHS virtual Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/how-to-reframe-anything-and-everything-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Supervision-Insights-10.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251111T145400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T152305Z UID:10000298-1769675400-1769704200@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Farmington Hills- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second recertification cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview:\nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\n Explore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on January 21\, 2026. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/livonia-second-edition-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-2/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn Farmington Hills\, 33103 Hamilton Ct\, Farmington Hills\, MI\, 48334\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pics-for-MiPeers-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251107T214802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T214802Z UID:10000303-1769502600-1769531400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Peer Military Culture 101 DESCRIPTION:At the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the Fundamentals of Military Culture– Identify core values\, traditions\, and structures that define military life.\nRecognize Branch-Specific Differences– Differentiate expectations across military branches.\nExplore the Transition Experience– Discuss common challenges service members face when reintegrating into civilian life.\nIdentify Common Mental Health Concerns– Recognize the impact of service-related stress\, PTSD\, and other challenges veterans may encounter.\nDevelop Effective Communication Strategies– Apply culturally competent approaches when engaging with veterans in peer support settings.\nEnhance Peer Support Practices– Utilize best practices in peer support to build trust and rapport with veterans.\nAddress Barriers to Care– Identify systemic\, cultural\, and personal barriers that prevent veterans from seeking or receiving support.\n\nAbout the Trainer: \nDr. Kevin Scott is an honorably discharged decorated Marine Veteran of Operation Desert Storm. Academically\, he has a Bachelor of Science (Magna Cum Laude) and a Master of Science both in the discipline of Criminal Justice from North Carolina Central University\, in Durham\, NC. In addition\, he earned a doctorate in Community Counseling and Care specializing in Traumatology from Liberty University in Lynchburg\, Virginia. He also holds national memberships and state certifications in a myriad of mental health spaces including Harvard’s T. H. Chan School of Public Health Executive Leadership Development\, National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)\, National Association of Drug Court Professionals (NACDP)\, Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional (CCHP)\, and Commission on Correctional Healthcare Professional-Mental Health (CCHP-MH). \nRegistration for this event will close on January 19\, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously\, only 13 virtual credits were allowed. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/peer-military-culture-101-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Supervision-Insights-16.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260122T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260122T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260107T182532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T182532Z UID:10000337-1769083200-1769086800@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 837 4623 4101 \nPasscode: N5m8w0 \n\n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-40/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260123T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251107T215230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T215230Z UID:10000302-1769072400-1769184000@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Two-Day WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) Training DESCRIPTION:Training Overview: \nThis workshop will meet the pre-requisite to qualify for the Five-Day WRAP Facilitator Training. Each day is on zoom from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. You must attend both days. \nObjectives: \n\nRecognize the importance of the WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) concept pertaining to your own wellness and recovery.\nList the five key concepts of WRAP.\nLearn the six sections of the WRAP plan.\nDevelop your individual WRAP plan.\nImplement WRAP into your daily life.\nApply the WRAP tools in your work as a Certified Peer Support Specialist or Certified Recovery Coach.\n\nTrainer: \nDeb Monroe\, CPSS\, Advanced Level WRAP Facilitator\nJeanne White\, CPSS\, Advanced Level WRAP Facilitator \nEligible for 11 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training.  New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously\, only 13 virtual credits were allowed. \nRegistration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 14\, 2026. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/two-day-wrap-wellness-recovery-action-planning-training-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/WRAP.png ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260120T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260122T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251107T215123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T215123Z UID:10000301-1768897800-1769099400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:SMART Recovery DESCRIPTION:SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) teaches self-empowerment based on scientific principles and evidence. The recovery program helps people overcome all forms of addictive behaviors. This includes those involving\, alcohol\, drugs\, gambling\, shopping\, sex\, and pornography. \nUpon completion of this three-day virtual program\, you will be able to: \n\nExpress confidence to start and facilitate a SMART Recovery meeting.\nDemonstrate basic knowledge of the SMART Recovery program and related tools.\nDemonstrate knowledge of how the concepts\, strategies\, and tools support addiction recovery in a support group setting.\nDemonstrate basic facilitation skills as used in a SMART Recovery support group.\nExpress confidence about starting and facilitating a Family & Friends meeting.\nDemonstrate basic knowledge of SMART Recovery Family & Friends program and related tools.\nDemonstrate knowledge of how concepts\, strategies and tools support recovery for Family & Friends.\n\nTraining Benefits: \n\nHighly interactive training\, including multiple role-plays of practical meeting scenarios.\nLive demonstrations of the tools used in SMART meetings.\nHelpful discussions involving the content of our SMART Recovery handbooks and manuals.\nDiscussions of CBT\, REBT\, Motivational Interviewing and other SMART Recovery concepts\nQuestion & Answer sessions to ensure understanding.\nTraining is completed in three days\, providing the ability to facilitate a SMART meeting and/or use the SMART tools and techniques with clients immediately following the training.\nBreakout groups provide the opportunity for your team to brainstorm ways to incorporate SMART Recovery into your organization.\n\nEligible for 19.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.  This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously\, only 13 virtual credits were allowed. \nRegistration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 5\, 2026. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/smart-recovery-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Untitled-design-15.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20260107T182235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T182721Z UID:10000336-1768478400-1768482000@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 826 5503 4953 \nPasscode: 1AW5pg \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-39/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251107T215030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T210618Z UID:10000300-1768469400-1768491000@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Building Confidence DESCRIPTION:You and I both know exactly what it feels like to second guess ourselves. Each of you have looked in the mirror and thought less of yourself than you would ever like to admit. That cycle or self-loathing can STOP now if you want it to. Pause for a second\, think about how this year can be different for you if you were more CONFIDENT! In this short\, POWER-PACKED training\, you will be able to make that a reality. \nWhen you register and attend this training\, you will: \n\nLearn how to let go of the past that stops you from being confident.\nSee your future with a new perspective that will raise your confidence.\nHear fifteen tips\, tools\, and tricks that will skyrocket your confidence.\nFeel better about yourself than you ever imagined possible.\n\nTrainer: Chuck Hendrix \nEven though Chuck has spoken before thousands of people\, most people do not know he has struggled with confidence on and off most of his life. From the effects of early childhood trauma and life throwing him some significant curveballs\, Chuck has had to immerse himself in learning about confidence to get to where he is today. Now you can learn what he has learned and glean from both his successes and failures. \nEligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously\, only 13 virtual credits were allowed. \nRegistration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 7\, 2026. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/building-confidence-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Supervision-Insights-7.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260114T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260116T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251111T145307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T154253Z UID:10000299-1768379400-1768581000@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Livonia- Crisis Through a Peer Support Lens DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is for peers who work in formal crisis settings including mobile crisis teams and crisis services units. \nCrisis Through a Peer Support Lens:\nConnection\, Compassion\, and Care \nAs more peer workers serve in crisis settings roles\, it is vital to understand crisis through a peer lens\, stay rooted in core peer support values and remain anchored in peer support competencies. This training provides information\, skills\, and practical applications that peer workers can use in various crisis settings. \nBy the end of the training\, participants will be able to:\n• Define crisis through a peer support model.\n• Apply core peer support values to crisis situations.\n• Practice trauma-informed responses to reduce traumatization of self and others.\n• Use cultural knowledge to create connections.\n• Develop communication skills to use during crisis situations.\n• Support self and others after a crisis has occurred. \nApproved for 19.5 Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. January 6\, 2026. \nBreakfast and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. ONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card.  Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/livonia-crisis-through-a-peer-support-lens/ LOCATION:Hyatt Place Detroit/Livonia\, 19300 Haggerty Rd.\, Livonia\, MI\, 48512\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Untitled-design-1-pdf.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260113T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260113T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251111T145239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T154919Z UID:10000297-1768293000-1768321800@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Livonia- Second Edition Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second recertification cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview:\nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\n Explore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on January 5\, 2026. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/livonia-second-edition-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/ LOCATION:Hyatt Place Detroit/Livonia\, 19300 Haggerty Rd.\, Livonia\, MI\, 48512\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pics-for-MiPeers-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260107T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260107T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251107T214926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T214926Z UID:10000296-1767774600-1767803400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:New Year\, New You DESCRIPTION:Plant the seeds of intention! Explore goal setting and action planning for yourself and those you serve. \nTraining Goals:\n1. Support certified peers in their own goal setting for the new year by developing both personal and professional specific\, measurable\, achievable\, relevant\, and time-bound (SMART) goals.\n2. Equip peers with strategies to help individuals serve in goal setting\, particularly focusing on overcoming common barriers to achieving goals. \nPresented by:\nRodasi Campbell\, Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC)\, RCPF\, ERYT\, is a woman on the path of discovery in recovery from substances\, mental health\, relationships\, and the mind. She has an extensive background in spirituality & health including yogic science\, women’s spirituality and alternative and earth-based spiritualities. Rodasi is a mom\, an author\, and a CPRC trainer for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training. New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously\, only 13 virtual credits were allowed. \nRegistration will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 4\, 2025. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/new-year-new-you/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Pics-for-MiPeers.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251120T183215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T183215Z UID:10000308-1765972800-1765976400@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 871 3079 3444 \nPasscode: cwBVQ1 \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-38/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251010T151323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T135454Z UID:10000285-1765960200-1765989000@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Flint- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of MDHHS continuing education requirements.  For the second recertification cycle\, Second Edition Ethics will be required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious\, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training\, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the core components of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExplore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.\nIdentify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.\nExplore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.\nPractice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.\n\nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on December 9\, 2025. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/flint-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-4/ LOCATION:Hampton Inn & Suites Flint / Grand Blanc\, 6060 Rashelle Dr\, Flint\, 48507\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ethics-1254x692.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251216T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251216T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T183412 CREATED:20251010T155230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T155429Z UID:10000286-1765873800-1765902600@mipeers.org SUMMARY:Flint- Building Financial Wellness: Empowering Communities Through Financial Education DESCRIPTION:What is Building Financial Wellness? \nBuilding Financial Wellness is a peer developed\, peer led curriculum designed for individuals with mental health and or substance use challenges. It empowers participants to: \n\nGain control over their personal finances.\nSetting attainable financial goals.\nUsing strengths\, peer support\, and resources.\nBuilding confidence in financial decision making.\n\nDeveloped by Collaborative Supports Programs of New Jersey and the Center on Integrated Healthcare and Self-directed Recovery at the University of Illinois at Chicago\, this program is changing lives and building hope. \nBecome a facilitator! \nAre you a Peer Support Specialist or a Peer Recovery Coach\, enthusiastic about empowering others? Join us for a facilitator training session to learn how to bring this impactful program to your community. \nWho should attend? Peer Support Specialists/Peer Recovery Coaches. \nTraining format: A one-day training designed to equip you with the knowledge\, tools\, and confidence to lead a six-week course in your community. \nSupport: Agencies must support their peers in implementing this program. \nWhy become a facilitator? \n\nHelp individuals develop financial resilience.\nBuild connections through shared experiences.\nBring hope and empowerment to their community.\n\nRegister today! \nApproved for 6.5 Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 p.m. on December 8\, 2025. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. ONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. URL:https://mipeers.org/event/flint-building-financial-wellness-empowering-communities-through-financial-education/ LOCATION:Comfort Inn & Suites Grand Blanc/Flint\, 1359 Grand Pointe Court\, Grand Blanc\, MI\, 48439\, United States CATEGORIES:Continuing Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mipeers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Supervision-Insights-5.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR