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Jan. 31, 2012
Black History Month: NAMI Webinar Event
Please join us for a webinar presentation on Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 2-3 p.m., in honor of Black History Month. NAMI will share the release of a new short video featuring African American perspectives on mental health recovery and suggestions of how to utilize this video for outreach efforts of NAMI's programs, including the Sharing Hope education and outreach initiative. Presenters will also provide an overview of 2012 updates to Sharing Hope including mini grant funding opportunities for its implementation. Registrants will receive further details as the event nears.
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A recording of the webinar, access to the video posted on the NAMI website and copies of any presentation materials will be available to registrants following the event.
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Jan. 19, 2012
SAMHSA announces a working definition of recovery
A new working definition of recovery from mental disorders and substance use disorders is being announced by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The definition is the product of a year-long effort by SAMHSA and a wide range of partners in the behavioral health care community and other fields to develop a working definition of recovery that captures the essential, common experiences of those recovering from mental disorders and substance use disorders, along with major guiding principles that support the recovery definition. SAMHSA led this effort as part of its Recovery Support Strategic Initiative.
The new working definition of Recovery from Mental Disorders and Substance Use Disorders is as follows:
A process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.
“Over the years it has become increasingly apparent that a practical, comprehensive working definition of recovery would enable policy makers, providers, and others to better design, deliver, and measure integrated and holistic services to those in need,” said SAMHSA Administrator Pamela S. Hyde. "By working with all elements of the behavioral health community and others to develop this definition, I believe SAMHSA has achieved a significant milestone in promoting greater public awareness and appreciation for the importance of recovery, and widespread support for the services that can make it a reality for millions of Americans."
NAMI Wisconsin's mission focuses on education, advocacy and support for persons with mental illness, their families and friends. The road to recovery usually begins with the first "What can I do?"
Experts advise seeking professional help, learning about services, finding support and educating yourself about mental illness.
This website is our way of offering information, advocacy and support to persons in every corner of Wisconsin. We hope access to information about NAMI's programs and our local affiliates' activities, other resources around the state, reputable internet resources, the latest legislative news and more will help make the road to recovery a bit smoother for those with mental illness and their loved ones.
Send us your comments and information updates: nami@namiwisconsin.org.