Category: What’s New

Coping, Communication, Self Care

Dr. James Bramson will be the guest speaker at our next 4th Wednesday affiliate event on May 24.   Dr. Bramson is a licensed psychologist and social worker with over 25 years experience as a clinical director,  trainer/supervisor of psychology interns, organizational consultant, neuropsychologist, forensic  psychologist and therapist.  He is the director of the Mindful Alliance Center and co-founded the East Bay Mindfulness Center.  

He will talk with us about communication techniques, limit setting, mindfulness and self care.

Our meeting will be on zoom  Wednesday May 24, 7:30-9:00pm.  Zoom link is 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82955850470

Meeting ID: 829 5585 0470
One tap mobile
+16694449171,,82955850470# US

+16699006833,,82955850470# US (San Jose)

FASMI group discussion, April 26 (4th Wednesday) – 7:30-9:00pm,

Recording can be found here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/WWgRvYFBXe9RxH_SH_Ry5LEouWDtOwnBxiN7wGPJsxPwqfF30CUax8bn_L7H1xG2.OXB2yInr5LzHBOL2 

Passcode: &9J1P$iQ

Join us for a  lively discussion with members of FASMI (Families Advocating for the Seriously Mentally Ill).  This group is making waves  with their informed advocacy for our loved ones and families.  We will be hearing more about their organization and getting an update on current legislation measures, the challenges underlying the process of working for system change and an inside look at advocacy efforts. 

(https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88398435105

Meeting ID: 883 9843 5105
One tap mobile
+16699006833,,88398435105# US (San Jose)
+16694449171,,88398435105# US)

Recording of the Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/cRfs2zd5XCPnbgxvwy0k9kB0q_OsL3GSs7JgV1FRwSUdisn4Kdsp4wc05UtUyaII.rRQpAie_O6BZzIqP Passcode: !=5*K%*=

1. *******TIME CHANGE*****
Because our presenter lives on the East Coast, we will be taping her talk at 6:00pm our time.. She has some guided exercises so be sure to join us for a chance for interaction. The presentation will be videotaped and hopefully available for viewing later in the evening on Wednesday, March 22 at the What’s New tab on our website www.namieastbay.org.

March 22, 6:00-7:30pm Zoom Presentation:  NOTE TIME CHANGE

 Families are typically the first line of recognition and care for a struggling loved one.
We are called on to be case manager, vocational counselor, therapist and housing specialist.  Yet we have little access to training and support.

Kayla Solomon, LICSW, facilitator of the Allies in Recovery (www.alliesinrecovery.com) support group, and co-host of the podcast Coming up for Air, has worked at the intersection of mental illness and SUD (Substance Use Disorder) for many years as a clinician in private practice.

People struggling with serious mental illness feel alone and unheard.  Families feel helpless and unsupported. Kayla will explain how families can take care of themselves while learning positive engagement with our struggling loved ones. She uses what is called the CRAFT approach, Community Reinforcement and Family Training.

By practicing the communication techniques she describes, we will learn how to acquire and maintain effective communication and connection.  In her presentation we will have real time experience of staying centered and strong as family members and connected as loved ones by using mindfulness and reflective listening. 

    This presentation will be offered on zoom, Wednesday, March 22, 7:30-9:00pm

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83329574874

Meeting ID: 833 2957 4874
One tap mobile
+16694449171,,83329574874# US

Here’s the recording of the Feb 22 discussion group ….

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/duQmUt1o4czUnKDlpveDb4m_sogNoqFNU5Jehe-qviIHGG-FAnkTNQsfxQoS41fS.64UdJBrWVktPP_U4

Passcode: E5.urhug 

And here’s contact information for the three discussants at the meeting:

  *Ian Morgan, peer specialist: 415-448-6777,  ianpeerspecialist@gmail.com
  *Ryan Gardner,  case management,:c/o Peninsula Counseling and Consulting.  Www.peninsulacounselingandconsulting.com, phone/text 650-644-4454, email – info@peninsulacounselingandconsulting.com
  *Meredith Taylor, fiduciary: IMT Associates, www.imtassociates.com, 510-352-6000. Www.pfac-pro.org  -for fiduciary search by area and specialty

Many of our families’ ill  loved ones are not receiving county services, unless in crisis.  Insurance coverage is a primary reason that one is ineligible for such service accessibility.  With that in mind, along with full awareness of frantic families who need help as they plan for the future,  we’re hosting an introduction to and casual conversation with three service providers who provide crucial help for a fee.
     Join us and meet Ryan Gardner, therapist/consultant/case manager; Ian Morgan, peer specialist (pending) and Meredith Taylor, fiduciary with IMT.  They’ll be giving us an introductory overview of services and respond to questions. 
    This may be the first of our explorations into this arena and we’ll be reviewing some of the already-known resources as well.  The discussion will occur on zoom and will be videotaped for sharing afterwards.  Here is the link for Wednesday, Feb 22, 7:30pm

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81131991599

Meeting ID: 811 3199 1599
One tap mobile
+16699006833,,81131991599# US (San Jose) Sent from my iPad