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SUMMARY:Northern Michigan Summit- Introduction to Harm Reduction
DESCRIPTION:This introductory training on Harm Reduction is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the harm reduction approach in addressing substance use. Rooted in the principles outlined by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, this training explores the historical development of the harm reduction movement\, its core values\, and the implementation of effective harm reduction services. Participants will gain a deep understanding of how harm reduction strategies prioritize health\, dignity\, and human rights while working towards reducing the negative consequences of substance use. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the nonjudgmental\, client-centered approach of harm reduction\, focusing on building trust and minimizing harm rather than solely focusing on abstinence.\nGain insight into the origins of the harm reduction movement\, including its roots in public health and social justice.\nIdentify Harm Reduction services and strategies.\nDiscuss the importance of integrating harm reduction into broader healthcare and social service systems to increase accessibility and effectiveness.\nCritically assess the benefits and challenges of Harm Reduction approaches.\nReflect on the outcomes of harm reduction strategies in reducing public health risks\, such as the spread of infectious diseases and overdose deaths.\nAnalyze potential challenges\, such as stigma\, limited funding\, and opposition to harm reduction initiatives in some communities.\n\nBy the end of this training\, participants will have a foundational understanding of harm reduction and will be equipped to implement these principles in their work\, creating a more supportive and compassionate environment for those affected by substance use. \nTrainers: Sara Szczotka\, Hunter Spiess-Whittaker \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27\, 2025. \nNote: There’s construction in the area\, so please plan for detours. \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/northern-michigan-summit-introduction-to-harm-reduction/
LOCATION:TreeTops Resort\, 3962 Wilkinson Rd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Northern Michigan Summit- Spirituality for Peers
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this program is to help you\, as a Peer\, understand what spirituality is and how you would help someone discover it. This two-day course will help you explore your own beliefs and values regarding spirituality. This training will provide you with the tools and resources needed as a Peer so you can speak about spirituality in an accepting way. This training is going to challenge you in a way that helps to promote your understanding of spirituality. Spirituality plays a large part in recovery and by completing this course\, you will be able to help those you serve understand\, accept\, and embrace spirituality for themselves. \nSpirituality Outcomes \n\nDiscuss the role of spirituality in the recovery process. Participants will learn to recognize barriers individuals may face in exploring their spirituality and develop strategies to address these challenges\, fostering resilience and coping mechanisms in recovery.\nIdentify and understand their own spiritual beliefs and values\, and how these may influence their peer work.\nDevelop skills to facilitate open and respectful discussions about spirituality with individuals in recovery\, fostering a safe space for exploration.\nEngage in self-care practices and strategies that nurture their own spiritual well-being. Participants will identify ways to help individuals build or connect with spiritual support networks.\nLearn how to collaboratively integrate spiritual practices and beliefs into individualized recovery plans\, enhancing holistic support.\n\nBy achieving these learning outcomes\, peers will be better equipped to support those they work with in exploring and integrating spirituality into their recovery process\, fostering a more holistic approach to healing. \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 & 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 MDHHS. \nEligible for 13 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27\, 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. \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/northern-michigan-summit-spirituality-for-peers/
LOCATION:TreeTops Resort\, 3962 Wilkinson Rd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Northern Michigan Summit - Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Training 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. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27\, 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/northern-michigan-summit-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/
LOCATION:TreeTops Resort\, 3962 Wilkinson Rd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Northern Michigan Summit- How to Process Your Own Grief and Loss
DESCRIPTION:***Due to trainer availability\, we have updated the title/content of this training event from ‘Moral Injury’ to ‘How to Process Your Own Grief and Loss’*** \nHave you ever been stuck in grief? Have you had trouble “getting over” a loss? Everyone has experienced loss of one kind or another. Some experience the loss of a job\, a relationship\, or even the loss of expectations. This list of losses could go on. If you have experienced any loss\, especially if you are stuck in your grief\, this training will help you learn how to process your own grief. This will help you in your own recovery and help you be able to help those you work with at an even higher level. And that would be helpful to you\, wouldn’t it? \nIn This Training You Will: \n\nLearn how to recognize and express your losses.\nSee your way through your grief. (It’s probably different than you expect.)\nHear three goals of processing your grief.\nFind hope in your ability to grieve more effectively.\nThink about your grief differently.\nExperience ways to truly process your own grief.\n\nAbout the Trainer:\nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist\, Certified Life Coach\, and 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 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27\, 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/northern-michigan-summit-moral-injury/
LOCATION:TreeTops Resort\, 3962 Wilkinson Rd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Northern Michigan Summit- Meditation for Peers
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to meditate and how to share meditation with those you serve. This training will provide you with self-care tools to develop or deepen your own meditation practice\, learning to be more present\, understanding the science behind the practice of meditation\, and learning introductory techniques and principles for sharing meditation with those you serve. Fundamental to healing\, mental health\, physical health and effectiveness in life\, meditation is the most effective tool in your tool kit. Debunk\, demystify\, simplify\, and gain confidence in your own practice and in sharing this priceless tool with others. \nMeditation Outcomes: \n\nGaining understanding of meditation fundamentals.\nOpportunity to practice meditation – incorporating at least two different techniques learned during the training. Participants will recognize the importance of self-care and mindfulness practices for themselves as peers\, promoting personal well-being.\nLearn tools to integrate meditation and mindfulness into recovery and daily life.\nDiscuss ethical considerations when sharing meditation practices\, including the importance of cultural sensitivity and personal boundaries.\nDevelop the skills to lead guided meditation sessions for individuals and groups\, creating a calming and supportive atmosphere for meditation. Participants will identify and adapt meditation techniques to meet the diverse needs of individuals in recovery\, considering factors like varying levels of experience and personal preferences.\nExplore the role of group meditation in building community and support networks for individuals in recovery.\n\nBy achieving these learning outcomes\, peers will be better equipped to effectively share meditation practices\, enhancing the recovery journey for those they support. \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 & 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 MDHHS. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration for this event will end at 11:59 pm on April 27\, 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. \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/northern-michigan-summit-meditation-for-peers/
LOCATION:TreeTops Resort\, 3962 Wilkinson Rd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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