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Matters of the Mind: EMPOWER, Colorado
By Alyce Duckworth; LCSW and Supervisor at Prince St. Academy, Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network Parenting is one of the most important and most difficult jobs a person can have. When the work of parenting involves children with social, emotional, and … Continue reading
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Counseling 101: What to Consider When Choosing a Therapist
By Elena Davis, LCSW, Turning Points therapist at Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network When struggling with overwhelming life challenges or emotional turmoil, the thought of trying to find a counselor can feel like blindly shooting darts at a moving target. The … Continue reading
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The “Singles Awareness Day” Blues
By Elena Davis, LCSW, Turning Points therapist at Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network For those of us who are prone to melancholy feelings around the winter holidays, Valentine’s Day often feels like yet another hurdle to clear. The winter days are … Continue reading
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Disparities in access to mental health services still exist for African Americans
By Alyce Duckworth; LCSW and Supervisor at Prince St. Academy, Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network Since 1976, the month of February has been recognized as Black History Month in the United States -a specific period of time set aside to acknowledge … Continue reading
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Are New Year’s resolutions friend or foe?
By Elena Davis, LCSW, Turning Points therapist at Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network Some folks view New Year’s resolutions as a fabulous opportunity to build fresh patterns and habits for fulfilling their healthier, happier life potential – while others see the … Continue reading
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Putting the diva in fund-raiser
ADMHN’s 7th Annual Raising Spirits Wine Tasting & Auction boasts a new twist Englewood, CO ─ What do you get when you combine a dynamic personality with a great cause, attractive auction packages and delectable wines? You get this year’s … Continue reading
Acknowledging their pain: Trauma-informed care helps foster, adoptive parents get to root of recovery
Englewood, CO (July 19, 2011) – Reece Elliott had no idea that popping a tiny grape into his mouth would create such a reaction. But when the teenager’s seemingly innocent act launched his 5-year-old sister into a belly sob-filled tantrum, … Continue reading
You could change a life…or prevent a crisis
What would you do if a friend suddenly seemed suicidal – and you were the only one around? What if your fellow worker appeared to be having hallucinations and frightening others? Could you help prevent a crisis until professional help … Continue reading
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NAMI Walks 2011 – ADMHN Stars of Recovery Team
The NAMI Walk 2011 was a huge success. We had the largest team (76 walkers!) and raised $8,656 for the cause. Check out the pictures. http://bit.ly/luHtI1 Thanks to co-chairs Wendy and Nathan!
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Pete Earley to keynote 5/12 benefit – join us!
Did you see the LifeStyles section of the Denver Post the other day? http://bit.ly/lGMlMA . Pete Earley (who actually lived in Fowler, CO) indicated to me that he’s really happy to keynote our Thur 5/12mental health benefit luncheon. He has studied our … Continue reading
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Join the our mailing list…or update your information http://ow.ly/4Ar6w Help us save resources. From time to time, you will receive newsletters, news on events and classes, invitations and mental health tips.
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ADMHN Pharmacy marks five-year anniversary
ADMHN Pharmacy marks five-year anniversary Patient Assistance Program keeps hundreds of uninsured on treatment track Englewood, CO (April 6, 2011) – Struggling with bipolar disorder all of your adult life presents obstacles so profound, it makes most people’s “bad days” … Continue reading
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We’re at the 9Health Fairs!
Take a FREE in-person Stress and Life Balance Screening. You have the option of talking with a clinican, at no cost, to go over your results. Learn more about the 9Health Fair. Visit us from 7 a.m. to noon at … Continue reading
18th Judicial District Mental Health Court to Celebrate One-Year Anniversary
Colorado’s first district-wide program already making a difference Note to News Media: The 18th Judicial District, in collaboration with the Arapahoe-Douglas Mental Health Network (ADMHN), is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its Mental Health Court at noon on Jan. 21 … Continue reading
Four-legged “Christmas Miracle” bringing joy to those in need
Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network offers animal-assisted activity in time for holidays Note to editors: Moses and Elena Davis-Stenhouse will visit the Santa Fe House Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Reporters can join them, or interviews can be coordinated at another time. … Continue reading
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Festive fun or frustration? Untangle your feelings and ward off the blues this holiday season
Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network offers free anonymous online depression screenings Englewood, Colo. (Dec 7, 2010) — Holiday stresses are inevitable. They might be expected — the always-hard-to-buy-for Aunt Gertrude on your gift list — or unexpected — a snarled string … Continue reading
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Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network’s 6th Annual “Raising Spirits” Wine Tasting and Auction Raised $29,000 to Help Those Needing Mental Health Services
Englewood, Colo. (Nov 8, 2010) — More than 200 people helped “raise spirits” by raising $29,000 at the Oct 21st fundraiser, when Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network’s hosted its 6th annual “Raising Spirits Wine Tasting and Auction” at The Sanctuary Golf … Continue reading
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Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network to Host 10th Annual Mental Health Benefit Luncheon Featuring Author Peter Earley
Pete Earley to share his family’s struggle to find meaningful help for his son with bipolar disorder. Englewood, Colo. (Oct 1, 2010) — Keynote speaker Pete Earley, renowned journalist, spy and crime writer, and author of Crazy: A Father’s Search … Continue reading
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Nonprofit Offers Proven “Mental Health First Aid” Workshop
Englewood, Colo. (Oct 1, 2010) — Using a rolled-up sheet of paper as a makeshift megaphone, Monica Lujan holds one end near Sylvia Ramey’s ear and whispers: “Don’t listen to him. Don’t trust him. He’s out to get you.” Lujan … Continue reading
9th Annual Mental Health Luncheon to benefit low-income and uninsured in need of mental health services
Keynote Jennifer Ayers-Moore, sister of the musician portrayed in the movie The Soloist, will share her family’s journey dealing with schizophrenia. Englewood, Colo. (April 21, 2010) — Keynote speaker Jennifer Ayers-Moore, sister of Nathaniel Ayers, the talented musician portrayed in … Continue reading
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Support Available for Coping with Reactions to Deer Creek Middle School Shooting
How Adults Can Help Children and Youth Through Difficult Times Englewood, Colo. (February 24, 2010) — Some people may experience physical and emotional reactions to the recent shooting at Deer Creek Middle School yesterday. To help people through this difficult … Continue reading
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Bridge House Is Now the Only Licensed Acute Treatment Unit for Acute Psychiatric Care in Metro Denver
The new unit provides a lower-cost solution to the critical shortage of psychiatric beds in Colorado. Englewood, Colo. (December 8, 2009) — Denver metro residents now have more options for the treatment of acute psychiatric episodes, with the new licensure … Continue reading
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Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network Offers Free Monthly Parenting Classes for Foster and Adoptive Parents
Englewood, Colo. (November 2, 2009) Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network will host free monthly parenting classes for foster and adoptive parents, beginning Nov. 9. The interactive classes are designed to help parents with some of the unique challenges of raising foster … Continue reading
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Free Separation & Divorce Class Offered by Turning Points
Englewood, Colo. (July 2, 2009) A free class on Separation & Divorce will be offered by Turning Points, A Counseling and Psychiatric Practice, on Monday, July 13 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at its Inverness location, 155 Inverness Dr. West, … Continue reading
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