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Preventing Suicide During the Pandemic
…served by Services for the UnderServed (S:US), a New York City-based nonprofit that is committed to giving every New Yorker the tools that they can use to lead a life…
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Clergy and Faith Communities Perspective and Role in Suicide Prevention
…in an initial discussion and develop a committee within your community/organization to organize and have a planned approach to suicide prevention. No better time than this coming month. September 10th…
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Social Determinants of Health and COVID-19: A Peer Perspective
…be most comfortable. Some are more comfortable at home. With others, if there are not any logistical or physical needs that may pose a challenge, they may be able to…
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Trauma-Informed Care: Children in Crisis
…generally come from communities where poverty and lack of proper health care, nutritious food and adequate education (Social Determinants of Health) have led to serious, sometimes seemingly irreversible problems. Everything…
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NYC Community-based Behavioral Health Organizations and NYC Health + Hospitals Receive $10.49 million from NYS OASAS to Tackle the Opioid and Stimulant Use Epidemic in the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens
…families in low-income communities heavily impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and remote schooling. Seventy-eight community residents in recovery from substance use—Certified Peer Recovery Advocates and trainees—will help New Yorkers find…
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Lessons of COVID-19: Staff Dedication and Skill Key to Success
…vaccine became available, we have embarked on informational campaigns, partnered with Community HealthCare Network for onsite vaccine drives, and fully support people to get tested. Our staff know that they…
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Attracting and Retaining Employees During the Workforce Crisis of 2021
…you make your company brand stand out above the rest to attract the best candidates? Begin by having strategic planning sessions with your team to build and implement your company…
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The Respite and Recovery Peer-Run Crisis Service Model
…confusing and overwhelming to those who are not familiar with navigating it. This often leads individuals to seek help from hospital emergency departments because they are open and easily accessible….
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Honoring Donna Colonna’s Contribution to the Field of Human Services
…year, in all five boroughs of our city and on Long Island. As the organization grew, it became an important part of the fabric of the communities where it provides…
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Navigating the Road to Recovery: An Art and a Science
…Through this work, I have come to a much greater understanding of the complexity of recovery thanks to being part of a community of people working together to ensure that,…
