SMVF Opioid Addiction: Increasing Access to Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
Service members and Veterans are often treated with prescription opioid medication for pain relief from their service-related injuries. Recognizing that there is an increased risk for abuse and addiction, implementing evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery strategies are critical. This webinar will address best practice methods of preventing opioid abuse, treating those experiencing addiction, and supporting service members and Veterans in recovery. Wednesday, May 29th from 1:30-3:00pm. Registration is required.
Free Legal Assistance – Military Discharge Upgrades
The Veterans Consortium offers free legal assistance through their Military Discharge Upgrade Clinics. Free representation for veterans with Other Than Honorable discharges related to PTSD, TBI or similar mental health conditions.
Silver Spring VET Center Open House
Veterans, active duty & military families, please join the Silver Spring VET Center as they celebrate their 40th Anniversary with an Open House on June 20th from 10:00am-3:00pm. Vet Centers are community-based counseling centers that provide a wide range of social and psychological services, including professional readjustment counseling to eligible Veterans, active duty service members, including National Guard and Reserve components, and their families.
Maryland’s Commitment To Veterans Southern MD Conference
Join Maryland's Commitment to Veterans (MCV) and the team from Melwood Veteran Services' Operation Tohidu for this year's MCV Southern Maryland Conference. This year’s Conference will cover several topics concerning veteran behavioral health from various perspectives. Lunch will be provided, and an additional 5.75 Continuing Education Units will be available to all attendees who indicate this on the eventbrite registration. This event is being held at the Operation Tohidu Retreat grounds. Participants will have the opportunity to tour the facility. Wednesday, May 15th from 8:00AM - 4:00PM. The event is free but registration is required.
Survivors of Suicide Attempt Support Group
June 9th through August 4th at EveryMind in Rockville, MD. This 8 week closed group will be co-facilitated by two leaders trained in the Didi Hirsch support group model. There is no cost to participate and light refreshments will be provided. Please contact Lorraine Helferich at 301-424-0656 x516 to determine if this group is right for you.
Mental Health First Aid: Military/Veterans
ServingTogether, a program of EveryMind, will be offering two Mental Health First Aid: Military and Veteran Module 8-hour courses in May! We're partnering with the Prince George's County Government and Frederick Community College to provide these workshop FREE of charge to individuals or organizations working with or supporting the military and veteran community. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Webinar: Four Key Practices in Crisis Care & Suicide Prevention
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), in partnership with Veterans Health Administration (VHA), is pleased to support this webinar focused on strengthening community crisis systems and suicide care for SMVF through the implementation of four key best practices. This webinar will be highly interactive and will provide examples and resources to help participants better serve SMVF in their communities. April 30 from 1:00-3:00pm EDT. Registration is required.
Project Horse Empowerment Center Open House
Project Horse Connect is hosting an Open House & Demo for clinicians and human services professionals on May 3rd from 1:00-4:00 pm. Discover equine assisted therapy & wellness, and learn about our new programs: Teen Suicide Crisis Intervention, a Wellness Women's Community and Recovery groups! RSVP by April 27th.
Key Transitions: Supporting the Behavioral Health of Women Veterans
Join SAMHSA SMVF TA Center for a webinar on the unique challenges women face as they transition from military service to civilian life and throughout each stage of their lives. Key Transitions: Supporting the Behavioral Health of Women Veterans will be held on May 7th from 1:30-3:00 PM EDT. Registration is required to attend this webinar.
SAMHSA Webinar Lesson Learned Suicide Prevention
SAMHSA’s Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Technical Assistance Center Presents: Planning and Implementation Progress Real Talk: Lessons Learned from Two Governor’s and Mayor’s Challenge Suicide Prevention Teams. Webinar: April 23rd, 12:00-2:00 PM EDT. Registration is required.