2008 DATES ANNOUNCED FOR DRIVER INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Dublin Counseling Center is pleased to announce the 2008 schedule of dates for its Chemical Assessment and Prevention Program [CAPP]. CAPP is a 72-hour program for persons arrested for an OMVI/DUI offense involving alcohol. The program serves individuals with a research-based curriculum certified by the State of Ohio as an approved driver intervention program. It is designed as an alternative to the mandatory three-day jail sentence.

Dates for 2008 are as follows:
January 3-6; 24-27
February 14-17
March 6-9
April 10-13; 24-27
May 15-18
June 12-15
July 10-13; 31-8/3
August 21-24
September 11-14; 25-28
October 16-19
November 13-16; 20-23
December 11-14

The program is held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Dublin [formerly Dublin Clarion Hotel]. Debbie Gershel, MA, LSW, CCDCIII is the coordinator of the CAPP program. Gershel has more than twenty years of clinical experience.

For information on the CAPP program, to register for a weekend or to find out more about substance abuse services offered by Dublin Counseling Center, contact (614) 889-5722. Dublin Counseling Center is CARF accredited and a provider agency of the Franklin County ADAMH Board.

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FIRSTLINK - Evaluate, Review & Renew your Program
Evaluate, Review & Renew your Program

This final session delves into the Importance of viewing the agency's program activities and volunteer involvement as a work in progress. Participants learn the necessity for thorough and well-planned evaluation tools and the review of effective supervisory skills. They also will learn the basics of conflict management that will help ensure the overall flow and success of the agencies service programs, which utilize a volunteer staff.
Presenter: Joanna Huffer, Education Administrator, FIRSTLINK
Cost: $40.00
Time: 8:30 a.m. - Noon
Date: May 6, 2008

Visit www.firstlink.org/fl/index.php for more information.

Notice:
Most FIRSTLINK Trainings as well as unique Trainings can be brought to you and tailored to your organization's specific needs. For more information on Consultation Services Contact us at 221-6766 or email: training@firstlink.org.

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Mental Health America of Franklin County Hosts Annual Children's Mental Health Conference on September 26th.
This year's program is titled "A Delicate Balance - Bipolar Disorder in
Children and Adolescents: An Evidence-Based Approach."
The daytime program for professionals will be held from 8:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
at The Fawcett Center, located at 2400 on Olentangy River Road. The
presenters will be Mary Fristad, Ph.D. and Melissa DelBello, M.D. Seven
CEUs have been approved for this program.

An evening program for the community will take place later that day
from 7 - 9 p.m. at the same location.

To register online or download a brochure, visit:
https://secure.mhafc.org/events_registration.asp.

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NAMI Franklin County - Educational Monthly Meeting- "Ask the Doc"- SR Thorward, MD and Alan Levy, MD
Two Outstanding Psychiatrists Will Answer Questions About Mental Illness, Medications, Side-effects, Latest Research, etc.
This is always a popular event – plan to arrive early!

This event occurs the second Monday of each month.
6:30 p.m. - Social Time
7 - 8:30 p.m. - Program

Maple Grove Methodist Church
7 West Henderson Road
Corner of Henderson and North High Street
Parking access from West Aldrich
1 block south on High Street from the Henderson/High intersection

All discussion forums are FREE open to the public.

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The ADAMH Training and Learning Institute at Maryhaven
Maryhaven has a strong tradition of providing exceptional professional development opportunities both for our staff and for professionals throughout Ohio.

Through the ADAMH Training and Learning Institute at Maryhaven we are able to offer courses that will meet all the requirements of the licensure board to obtain and maintain your licensure at a low cost.

Maryhaven is accredited by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professional Board and the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board for continuing education credits. Our educational offerings focus on professionals in substance abuse treatment and prevention, as well as mental health.

Visit our website for a current list of courses and cost information, www.maryhaven.com/Training/

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The Sky is (Not) Falling - Effective Treatments for Complex Anxiety Disorders

Wednesday, June 18, 2008
8:30 am - 4:45 pm
Featuring: C. Alec Pollard, PhD
Columbus State Conference Center
Columbus State Community College
315 Cleveland Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43216

The Sky is Not Falling is designed for social
workers, counselors, psychologists, nurses,
chemical dependency professionals and other
healthcare professionals. The curriculum is relevant
for intermediate and advanced-level clinicians.

For more information visit NAMI Franklin County

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