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The MHASWNJ works to create a community where individuals with mental illness can live and participate to their fullest potential. We pursue our mission through advocacy, education and training, and supportive services.
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Did
You Know?
The American Medical Association describes mental illness
as the nation's number one health problem. It sends more people
to the hospitals than cancer, lung and heart disease combined.
More than 54 million Americans (1 in 5) have a mental disorder
in a given year, but only 8 million (16%) seek treatment.
Up to half of all visits to primary care physicians are due
to conditions caused or exacerbated by psychiatric or emotional
problems.
One in five children has a diagnosable mental, emotional
or behavior disorder.
Thirty thousand Americans commit suicide each year and 500,000
Americans attempt suicide annually.
Each year, depression costs the U.S. economy $43.7 billion,
including the $31.3 billion for indirect costs such as decreased
productivity & lost work days.
Fifty percent of the morality from the 10 leading causes
of death in the U.S. can be attributed to behavioral factors,
including stress
With proper & adequate treatment, most people who suffer
with a psychiatric disability can recover |
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MHASWNJ FREE TRAININGS
Announcing Important Medicaid Information Forums
for Consumers of Mental Health Services and
Case Managers Who Assist Them
The Medicaid Mental Health Coalition, in sponsorship with the Division of Mental Health and Addiction
Services (DMHAS) and Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services (DMAHS), is hosting free
sessions to help consumers of mental health services and case managers who assist them learn about Medicaid
medication changes.
Speakers will include Lynn Kovich, M.Ed., Assistant Commissioner of the DMHAS, and
Eugene Azoia, RPh, Pharmacist, Medicaid. Robert Eilers, MD, Medical Director of DMHAS, will be available
for questions.
The Medicaid Mental Health Coalition consists of the Mental Health Association in NJ (MHANJ), Collaborative
Support Programs in NJ (CSPNJ), Coalition of Mental Health Consumer Organizations (COMHCO),
Disability Rights of New Jersey (DRNJ) and the NJ Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association (NJPRA).
Topics will include:
• How and when the changes will effect you
• How to identify potential problems
• How and where to get advice and support
There will be time for questions and answers.
We need to hear from you!
Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Riverwinds
Community Center
Meeting Room A
1000 Riverwinds Drive, West Deptford, NJ
For directions online visit: www.riverwinds.org.
This Medicaid Forum is being hosted by the
Mental Health Association in Southwestern New Jersey.
Consumers and case managers who are interested in attending the February 8th Forum need to preregister
by contacting Marisol Rivera—Shore at mrivera-shore@mhaswnj.org or 856-522-0639, ext. 114.
The RSVP deadline is Monday, February 6, 2012.
NJ CIT CENTER OF EXCELLENCE - MHASWNJ
INVITES YOU TO JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL PRESENTATION ON
FEBRUARY 13, 2012 1:00 P.M.
Lt. Jonathan Parham
Linden Police Department
“Why We Do What We Do”
INSIGHTS INTO POLICE TRAINING, MINDSET, PROCEDURE, AND POLICY
This program is an informative commentary designed to foster an understanding of why Police Officers in certain situations react the way they do.
The instruction provides an opportunity to understand the mindset of police officers; and improve public perception as it relates to the conditioning and training of officers who are required to handle situations according to Policy and Procedure.
Lt. Jonathan Parham is a member of the Linden Police Department and a veteran law enforcement officer of 19 years. He is currently assigned to the Professional Standards Division, where he is the Training Coordinator of Linden’s 135-man municipal police agency. Lt. Parham is the founder and Commander of Linden's Special Weapons and Tactics Team and the former Commander of the Street Crimes Unit. During his career, he has worked as the Lead Drill Instructor for the Union County Police Academy, has conducted Counter Terrorism investigations; and was formerly assigned to the Gang Task Force, the Union County Special Weapons and Tactics Team, and the Union County Narcotics Strike Force as an undercover officer for narcotics operations along with being an FBI certified Hostage Negotiator.
Mental Health Providers, Human Services, Social Services, Education, Judiciary, Consumers, Family Members, and the General Public are encouraged to attend.
This is a FREE training. Register by Friday, February 3rd, 2012
Email: CIT NJ Director Jamie Weaver jweaver@mhaswnj.org or
Fax: (856) 522-0641
NJ CIT Center of Excellence
Training Registration Form
“Why We Do What We Do”
Name:
Agency/Organization:
Rank/Position:
Address *Including County*:
Phone Number & Fax Number:
Fee: $ 0.00 / FREE
Email Address:
Training Date: Monday, February 13th 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: Twin Oaks – 128 Cross Keys Road, Berlin, New Jersey 08009
(For additional information regarding registration, contact CIT NJ Director Jamie Weaver at
Fax: Attn: Jamie 856-522-0641 ~ or ~ Email: jweaver@mhaswnj.org)
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