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Wellness Matters – November 2017

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Be sure to check out the November issue of Wellness Matters! 

This issue features:

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Amplifying Consumer Voices

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In raising awareness around suicide prevention and celebrating recovery, our community sent a strong message this September: suicide is preventable and recovery is possible.

One of the most important things we did this September – and will continue to do all year long – is amplify the voices of those who have worked hard to overcome their behavioral health challenges. In sharing these stories, we embolden others to seek recovery as well. Read more

San Mateo County’s Year Round Suicide Prevention Efforts

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Though September is coming to a close, BHRS is continuing its suicide prevention efforts all year long and so can you. Check out the MHSA Program Highlight from our last Wellness Matters issue to learn more about the Suicide Prevention Roadmap and the hard work of our Suicide Prevention Committee.

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BHRS Director Steve Kaplan Retires

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As many of you know, today is Steve Kaplan’s last day as director of Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. Take a look at Steve’s last Wellness Matters column, where he reflects on his time and accomplishments with the BHRS team. We are all wishing him health and happiness in retirement! thanks and so long

New DUI Court Increases Public Safety

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DUI Court Article PicBehavioral Health and Recovery Services, together with the San Mateo County Superior Court, District Attorney’s Office, the Private Defender Program and Probation introduced a new Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Court in San Mateo County on September 19.

The court provides second and third time misdemeanor offenders with a team that can link them to treatment and support services that were not previously provided as a part of the DUI process. Check out this Wellness Matters article for more on the DUI Court.

The Recovery Community Pays it Forward

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The idea of giving back is huge in the recovery community. Check out this Wellness Matters article about how many people in recovery, including two of our own from right here in the county, are finding ways to pay it forward every day. Head to our Recovery Month page for information on how you can join the voices for recovery in our community.

Voices for Recovery

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Voices for Recovery story picAs we continue to celebrate Recovery Month here in San Mateo County, it is important that we amplify the voices of those in recovery to raise awareness of substance use and mental health issues, and give hope to others that recovery is possible. Check out these true, personal stories of recovery in the September issue of Wellness Matters. Head to our Recovery Month webpage for more information and a full list of the month’s events.

Help Prevent Suicide in San Mateo County

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SP article screenshotAs National Suicide Prevention Week continues, you may be wondering how you can get involved in the suicide prevention effort right here at home. Well there are some tangible steps you can take right now to help prevent suicide in San Mateo County. Read all about them in this Wellness Matters article, and check back throughout the week for more on suicide prevention.

 

SAN MATEO COUNTY CELEBRATES RECOVERY MONTH

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September marks the 28th annual National Recovery Month, and here in San Mateo County we are celebrating our residents in recovery from substance and mental health issues as well as their family members, supporters and providers who helped them on their journey. Read more

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