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SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health\n\n\nBoard Committee meetings will be held prior to the Board meeting. The full Board will begin at 9 a.m. \nClick here for notice information:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/7d84118e-93de-4aed-97ab-5e79e11f5aa7 \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-in person\nEllisville State School 1101 Hwy 11 South\nEllisville\, MS. 39437 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 601-359-6260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-14/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T160000
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SUMMARY:19th Annual ADHD and Related Concerns Conference - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Gulf Coast Education Initiative Consortium \nHattiesburg Clinic Connections and Psychology & Counseling are proud to offer the 19th Annual ADHD and Related Concerns Conference.  In-person sessions will be available Oct. 20-21\, 2022 at Temple Baptist Church in Hattiesburg\, MS. Recorded on-demand sessions will be available 24 hours a day beginning October 24\, 2022\, through November 4\, 2022. Registration fees include both in-person sessions and virtual recordings. \n*Note: Credits for Counseling can only be earned by attending the live conference.  No counseling credits are available through viewing recorded on-demand sessions. \nThis event has been created in order to provide an informative and educational learning experience for you with the hope that you will take every opportunity to expand your understanding of ADHD and related concerns. \nIf someone wants to register at the parent/caregiver rate of $75\, they can call Stacy with GCEIC and register directly with her: (601) 528-5342. \nRegister below\nhttps://www.gceic.org/adhd-and-related-concerns-conf \n\nADHD Conference Agenda below:\nhttps://www.gceic.org/_files/ugd/506d4b_144c30df9e504a8cae9690a0308008a6.pdf \nRegistration fees\nIf you qualify for a discount code as a parent or multiple (3 or more from a district or organization)\, please call (601)528-5342 and ask for Stacy. You may also contact Stacy if you are paying personally and not using a purchase order. You may pay by check or PayPal if not use a purchase order. There will be an added PayPal Fee to any credit card or debit card transactions. \nRegistration fees will be paid to GCEIC and are as follows:\nEarly Rate (through September 16\, 2022 at 11:59 pm) – $200\nRegular Rate (from 12:00 am September 17 through October 7\, 11:59 pm) – $220\nLate Rate (from 12:00 am October 8) – $240\n3 or more from the same district or organization get 10% off. (Contact GCEIC at 601.528.5342)\nParents/Caregivers – $75 (Contact GCEIC at 601.528.5342) (This discount fee is not eligible for credits) \nThere will be no pre-selection of sessions you wish to attend. \nREFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS\nRegistrations are transferable but not refundable. Requests to transfer registration to another person must be made in writing prior to the conference.\nRequests may be faxed to 800-960-8493 or emailed to stacy.moseley@gceic.org. Requests may also be mailed to GCEIC\, 11975 Seaway Rd.\, Suite A240\, Gulfport\, MS 39503. \nCREDITS (applied for – not final) \nIf you are seeking credit\, you must complete an evaluation for each session you attend. All credits are included in the cost of the registration(not valid for the parent/caregiver registration rate). Certificates of Attendance for out-of-state participants will be available online in the participant’s registration account once they have attended all sessions and completed the evaluation.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/19th-annual-adhd-and-related-concerns-conference-virtual/
LOCATION:Temple Baptist Church\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T123000
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SUMMARY:Community Resource and Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:St. Luther M. B. Church \n\nCoats/socks/non-perishable food giveaway\nFree Workshops\n– Medicare/Medicaid/Wills/Healthy Lives\nCOVID 19 vaccinations/boosters\n35 + vendors\nKids Park for ages. 5 years & up\n\nFor more information contact: 601-750-8680. \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/community-resource-and-health-fair/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T122916Z
UID:10001370-1665738000-1665763200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council \nThe Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council (MSICC) is an advisory council appointed by the Governor to advise and assist the Mississippi State Department of Health in implementing the requirements of Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Part C covers children birth through age two. \nThe MSICC advises and assists the MSDH First Steps Early Intervention Program. Families and professionals are encouraged to attend. Public comments may be shared during each meeting. \nIn Person:\nTwo Mississippi Museums\nBrunini Conference Room\n222 North Street #1206\nJackson\, MS 39201 \nPlease use link below to access the zoom:\nOnline: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/522213847\nDial: 301-715-8592\, 312-626-6799\, or 346-248-7799\nMeeting ID: 522 213 847 \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-state-interagency-coordinating-council-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T100000
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CREATED:20220225T183150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T122742Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities \nMSCDD is a federally mandated body of advocates appointed by the Governor to promote a better quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities\, their families\, and their communities. Improvement in quality of life is accomplished through initiatives that promote advocacy\, capacity building\, and systems change. The current 25-member Council includes people with disabilities\, parents\, family member advocates\, and required governmental representatives from public and private organizations. Membership reflects the diversity of the state. \n\n\nMSCDD is funded by the U.S. Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The Mississippi Department of Mental Health serves as the Designated State Agency for administrative and fiscal support. \n\nThe MSCDD office is located on the 5th floor of the Robert E. Lee Building at 239 North Lamar Street in Jackson. Staff: Executive Director – Charles Hughes\, Jr.\, Program Coordinator – Christy Ashley\, Administrative Assistant – Comma McDuffey. Website – https://www.mscdd.org/
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-council-on-developmental-disabilities-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220509T165424Z
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UID:10001402-1665576000-1665576000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-21/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220919T183115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T183402Z
UID:10001456-1665066600-1665070200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Family Connections
DESCRIPTION:National Family Support Technical Assistance Center \n\n\n“Family Connections” is a virtual community for parents and caregivers who support loved ones facing substance use and/or mental health challenges. Families tell us they need credible resources\, guidance on accessing help\, and the opportunity to connect with others facing similar challenges. Monthly gatherings will focus on a specific topic\, provide tips and tools\, and offer the opportunity to network with other families. \nFamily Connections take place the first Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m. ET. Join us October 6th from 1:30 – 2:30 pm for Be Strong and Carry On with Dana Asby\, Program Specialist for the National Federation of Families and the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center. \nDescription: If there’s anything we’ve learned over the past few years\, it’s that stress — and its ongoing effects — do not discriminate. It doesn’t care who you are\, what you need to get done\, or that you need to get back to sleep so you can work tomorrow. Keeping “calm” doesn’t always help you “carry on\,” but strengthening your knowledge about stress\, understanding its physical effects\, and building new routines to interrupt the stress response cycle can give you a stronger foundation\, so you are strong enough to carry on. \nLearn how you and your family can stay “present” during times of uncertainty and increasing stress. Join us for a conversation and stress-reduction practice session with our own Dana Asby\, project specialist for NFSTAC and the Federation of Families. Dana is a developmental and educational psychology researcher and author\, as well as mental health and transformational leadership educator. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nParticipants will understand the various types of stress and resulting effects on the mind\, body\, and spirit\, plus what happens when a stress-response cycle never turns “off.”\nParticipants will learn how to gradually build or rebuild healthy habits and routines that can change their day and benefit parents\, caregivers\, and their family members.\nAcceptance Focus: Participants will learn why accepting and addressing daily stressors is a useful tool to build the formula that works for them — by recognizing that they can develop full control of their own reactions to stressors.\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/family-connections-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20211213T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T204848Z
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SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-12/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220920T193719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T193759Z
UID:10001458-1664969400-1664969400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Wendy’s Children’s Golf Classic Sponsorship
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Families for Kids \nJoin Mississippi Families for Kids for a 4-man scramble\, 18-hole golf tournament complete with food\, drinks\, prizes\, and gifts benefiting MFFK’s child permanency efforts.  \nTeam and individual registration and sponsorship opportunities are available. All purchases are tax-deductible. \nClick the link below to register\, sponsor or learn more.\nhttps://mffk.org/eventsfundraisers/ 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/wendys-childrens-golf-classic-sponsorship/
LOCATION:Lake Caroline Golf Club
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220921T223002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T223002Z
UID:10001462-1664899200-1664906400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention & Postvention
DESCRIPTION:NFusion Metro Hand and Hand \nThe purpose of this event is to bring awareness to suicide and ways that the community\, professionals and stakeholders can work together in order to help one another. \nLocation: TBA prior to the event. \nFor more information or to RSVP\, please call (769)233-7429.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/suicide-prevention-postvention/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220913T155425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T155425Z
UID:10001448-1664460000-1664463600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
DESCRIPTION:This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system\, such as Children’s Services Directors\, MAP Team Coordinators\, Care Coordinators and Center Directors. We will share an overview of Families as Allies’ parent peer support training curriculum and ongoing support and training. We want to hear your feedback on how we’re doing from your perspective and how we can be most supportive to you. We will also discuss issues in parent peer support\, including how to pay for it\, what should be included in job descriptions and how to address questions that may arise. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/conversation-for-anyone-working-with-parent-peer-supporters-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220519T195241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T175426Z
UID:10001411-1664366400-1664370000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and also opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making committees. Leadership training graduates are strongly encouraged to attend\, but the meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about policy. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-coaching-and-policy-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220920T173902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T192656Z
UID:10001457-1664280000-1664280000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Bullying Prevention: How Parents and Families Can Help
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center\n\nOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month and everyone can do something to help prevent bullying; individuals\, schools\, and communities each have an important role! Bullying is real. It happens every day. Bullying hurts\, emotionally and physically. Sometimes bullying even kills. But YOU can help the kids in your life to stop school bullying. We have the power to make a difference. Every adult who is raising a child can help in the effort to eliminate bullying by talking honestly and openly with that child about bullying experiences at school. Join us to learn what you can do as we discuss ways other family members are helping to stop school bullying. \n\n\nPresented by: Patty Gautier\, Family\, Data & Dissemination Coordinator\, REACH MS \n\n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/bullying-prevention-how-parents-and-families-can-help-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220919T182324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T182324Z
UID:10001455-1664272800-1664276400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Getting and Keeping the First Job
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nParticipants will learn the importance of disability self-awareness\, how families can help youth with career planning\, and strategies to navigate resumes\, job interviews\, and job accommodations. Particular attention is paid to the role of families in the career exploration and job hunting process. The message of the session is simple: families who understand the world of work and who maintain high expectations of their youth can play a pivotal role in the employment success of youth with disabilities. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/getting-and-keeping-the-first-job-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220225T190602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T195438Z
UID:10001367-1664272800-1664272800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee \nThe Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee (MAAC) was created by House Bill 11252 (2011 Regular Session) as the Legislature recognized an urgent need for strategies on how to best identify\, treat\, educate\, accommodate and employ people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and assist their families. The MAAC’s mission is “to study\, make recommendations and develop a strategic plan on how best to educate and train students with ASD to maximize their potential productivity within the workforce … and to develop an annual plan” outlining these strategies. The MAAC is tasked with writing a report to the legislature outlining any roadblocks to creating meaningful progress in the areas of mental health\, education\, medical and employment for people with ASD and their families. \nMeeting Location:\nDepartment of Mental Health 239 N. Lamar Street\nJackson MS 39201 \nMap this! \nContact Information:\nDeborah Etzold\n601-359-5777\ndeborah.etzold@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-autism-advisory-committee-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220914T203403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T203403Z
UID:10001450-1663927200-1663938000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Start Smart for Your Baby® Shower and Community Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:Magnolia Health Plan \nYou’re invited to attend a Start Smart for Your Baby® Shower and Community Health Fair. Participants will enjoy games\, food\, giveaways\, flu shots\, and COVID vaccines. Bring your insurance card. \nFor more information contact Magnolia Health 866-912-6285 (Relay 711).
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/start-smart-for-your-baby-shower-and-community-health-fair/
LOCATION:Tunica County Health and Wellness Center\, 1165 Abbay Dr.\, Tunica\, 38676\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220921T221051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T221852Z
UID:10001461-1663866000-1663866000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Friends and Family Meditation & Yoga Training
DESCRIPTION:NFusion Metro Hand and Hand\n\n\nFriends and Family Meditation & Yoga Training. The event kicks off at 5pm and will be located in the Large conference room of Hinds Behavioral Health Services\, 3450 HWY 80 Jackson\, MS 39204. \n\n\n\n\nThe Event has special guest hosts:\nInstructor\, Diamond Q. Rodgers\n\nHolistic Practitioner\, Sol’Angela Taylor Holifield. \n\n\n\n\nParticipants should come ready to STRETCH. individuals can bring towels\, blankets\, or mats to practice the yoga exercises.\n\nMeditation training will help unwind your mind to help you return home relaxed and refreshed. Our event host will provide you with new tools for dealing with stress\, anxiety\, and problems. She will also help you to overcome negative states of mind such as anger and jealousy and to cultivate positive minds such as patience and love.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is open to ALL ages. \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information call\, 769-233-7429.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/meditation-yoga-training/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220921T220000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T220045Z
UID:10001460-1663855200-1663858800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:What is LFPP and How Can It Help You?
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the work of the Family Voices Leadership in Family and Professional Partnerships (LFPP) program and how to access its resources and offerings! LFPP assists family organizations\, Title V agencies\, and other partners in the field. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/what-is-lfpp-and-how-can-it-help-you/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220914T230223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T230223Z
UID:10001454-1663840800-1663844400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Independent Living: Here We Come!
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nPreparing for independent living is an exciting time in any youth’s journey towards adulthood. For youth with disabilities and their families\, this is a time filled with questions and challenges. Join us as we explore a skills checklist to help parents and youth know where they are and what they need to work on in their journey to independent living. We will talk about the importance of self-advocacy and what families/parents can do to help youth and young adults with planning for the future. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/independent-living-here-we-come-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought Presentation - Stress Management - CEU available!
DESCRIPTION:Gulfport Behavioral Health System  \nStress affects everyone at times and learning to deal with stress effectively is essential to our well-being. Speaker: Hope Beaver\, Ph.D. \nComplementary lunch will be served at 11:30 am\, program starts promptly at noon. \nThis program is approved for one (1) general CEU credit through the MS Board of Examiners for Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapists. \nCompletion certificate will be available for all participants that attend with completed evaluation. \nRegister here  >> \nContact\nStephen East\nGulfport Behavioral Health System\n228-731-2235\nstephen.east@uhsinc.com
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/food-for-thought-presentation-stress-management-ceu-available/
LOCATION:Knight Nonprofit Center\, 11975 Seaway Rd\, Gulfport\, Mississippi\, 39503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T123000
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SUMMARY:2022 Virtual Mississippi Trauma Informed Care Conference
DESCRIPTION:For the past 8 years\, several state and local agencies have joined together to host the annual Trauma-Informed Care Conference. Each year\, the conference has brought together over 500 diverse participants representing a wide array of service providers. This year’s theme\, “Building Resiliency through the Pandemic\,” was chosen to provide optimism that we will work through this difficult time by developing new coping strategies and building resiliency skills. \nResiliency is defined as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity\, trauma\, tragedy\, threats\, or significant sources of stress. Through innovative and thought-provoking sessions\, it is our expectation the conference will provide information to assist attendees in working through this difficult time and also help in improving lives even in the absence of adversity. \n\nThis is a “Virtual Conference”. You will need appropriate equipment to participate (i.e. laptop\, desktop\, etc…)*. You will be required to sign in to our Zoom virtual platform by entering your name. Workshops require attendee interaction to verify attendance\, chat\, Q & A sessions\, etc… \n*We ask that you do not use a cell phone as this may limit your interaction\, which may impact your ability to verify your attendance and receive continuing education credit. \n\n\n​The target audience includes those directly or indirectly impacted by trauma\, including but not limited to: \n\n\nMental Health and Addiction Professionals \n\n\nSocial Workers \n\n\nMarriage and Family Therapists \n\n\nNational Board for Certified Counselors \n\n\nJuvenile Justice Personnel – judges\, counselors\, administrators\, probation officers \n\n\nEducators – teachers\, administrators\, counselors \n\n\nDomestic Violence and other advocates \n\n\nParents/Guardians/Foster Parents/Resource Parents \n\n\nCommunity and Faith-Based \n\n\nPeer Support Specialists \n\n\nSurvivors and family members  \n\n\n\n\nThe fee for the conference is $100.00. There is not a daily fee or other reduced fees. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2022-virtual-mississippi-trauma-informed-care-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220914T220213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T220213Z
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SUMMARY:ABLE Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services \nCome learn about ABLE accounts. ABLE accounts allow those with disabilities to save money without affecting or canceling their much-needed government benefits. Free to the public.\n\nFor more information:\nhttps://www.mdrs.ms.gov/Pages/able-act.aspx
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/able-town-hall-meeting/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Madison\, 2100 Main St.\, Madison\, MS\, 39110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T124500
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220914T205557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T220622Z
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SUMMARY:Special Education Boot Camp - Corinth
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center  \nYou don’t want to miss this upcoming Special Education Boot Camp on Saturday\, September 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Corinth Public Library. Topics will include advocacy\, communication/documentation\, conflict resolutions\, and IEPs. Registration is not required but is preferred so we’ll know how many to plan for.\nBreakfast will be served! \nFor more information\, call Melissa Essary at (662) 660-3015 or email Leslie Junkin at leslie@mspti.org. \nRegister here >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-boot-camp-corinth/
LOCATION:Corinth Public Library\, 1023 Fillmore Street\, Corinth\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220913T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T221858Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver / Parent Peer Support Specialist Training Graduation
DESCRIPTION:We invite families\, providers\, state agencies\, current parent peer supporters and those interested in learning about parent peer supporters to join in the celebration. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/caregiver-parent-peer-support-specialist-2022-graduation/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220427T204820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T204919Z
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SUMMARY:BIDD Advisory Council
DESCRIPTION:Bureau of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities \nThe Department of Mental Health and the Bureau of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (BIDD) Advisory Council\, comprised of service providers and advocacy organizations\, are launching an awareness campaign in recognition of March as Intellectual and Developmental Disability Awareness Month. The campaign\, titled “Celebrating Mississippians with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities\,” is the first of its kind for Mississippi\, and highlights the connection between people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their communities. \nNotice details:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/f0e671df-fd64-4772-a82f-4423f2cd6fca \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/bidd-advisory-council-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20211213T170938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T183717Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-10/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220509T165246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T165246Z
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SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-20/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220912T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220131T145603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T181902Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver raising or raising a child aged 0-21 who has mental health or behavioral health challenges? Would you like to use your lived experience to help another parent who is on the same journey?  \nThen being a parent peer supporter may be for you! \nWhat is Parent Peer Support? Parent peer support is a parent/caregiver or using their lived experience to support another parent/caregiver who is going through similar experiences. \nWho Can Be a Parent Peer Supporter? A parent peer supporter is a biological parent\, adoptive parent\, or caregiver with legal custody who is currently raising or has raised a child with these characteristics: \n\nThe child is currently between the ages of 0-21\, or was when they first began having challenges.\nThe child has an emotional\, social\, behavioral or substance use disability.\n The child received services in or navigated the mental health or a related system (for example\, a child with an IEP related to behavior issues at school).\n\nHow Do I Become a Parent Peer Supporter? The Department of Mental Health certifies parent peer supporters in the mental health system. Families as Allies conducts virtual training for the certification. These are the dates of upcoming trainings: \n\nSeptember 12-16\, 2022  – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: August 15\, 2022)\nNovember 14-18\, 2022 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: October 17\, 2022)\nJanuary 9-13\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: December 5\, 2022)\nMarch 20-24\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: February 17\, 2023)\nMay 15-19\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: April 14\, 2023)\n\nClick here for the application packet. \nWho Should Take the Training? \nAny parent or caregiver who is raising a child who has challenges and: \n\nIs interested in working for a community mental health center or another agency certified by the Department of Mental Health. Completing the training does not guarantee you a job\, but it helps ensure you’ll be ready for one.\nIs interested in doing part-time contractual work for Families as Allies. We are building our pool of contractual employees.\nSupports parents in any system. This training will strengthen your skills and help you network with other parent peer supporters.\nWould like to learn how to support other parents in the same shoes in any child-serving system. We currently have funds to pay training stipends to parents who are—or have been—involved in the youth court system and would like to learn how to support other parents going through the same thing. Contact us at 601-355-0915 or info@faams.org to learn more.\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/peer-support-training-4/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220824T004431Z
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SUMMARY:Chasing Awareness Cornhole and 3v3 Soccer Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Jackson Futbol Club for their first Mississippi Chasing Awareness event to help raise funds for Suicide Prevention. \nAll proceeds will go to MATES – Mississippi Alliance to End Suicide. \nCornhole games\, 3v3 soccer games\, and prizes to raffle off. There will be food trucks there as well. \nIn memory of Chase Lanke and all the others who have lost their life due to suicide.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/chasing-awareness-cornhole-and-3v3-soccer-event/
LOCATION:Jackson Futbol Club
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T041109
CREATED:20220811T220754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T003329Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Creating Your Own Path: Successful Transitions for Persons with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Statewide Autism Training Initiative \nThe importance of transitions for those with autism cannot be stressed enough and doesn’t happen overnight. The objective of this conference is to provide parents\, advocates\, professionals\, and people with autism the opportunity to learn about resources and evidence-based best practices regarding planning and executing successful transitions. \n\nFeatured Speaker – Raun Kaufman \nRaun K. Kaufman is the author of the book Autism Breakthrough: The Groundbreaking Method That Has Helped Families All Over the World and the former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America®.  \nAn international lecturer and graduate of the Ivy League’s Brown University with a degree in Biomedical Ethics\, Raun has completed lecture tours in the U.S.\, United Kingdom\, Ireland\, the Netherlands\, Belgium\, Sweden\, Norway\, Spain\, Portugal\, Poland\, Romania\, France\, Japan\, Singapore\, the Philippines\, Malaysia\, and Vietnam. \nHis articles have been featured in journals such as The Autism File and Good Autism Practice and in books such as Silver Linings and Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism.   \nHe has been interviewed by media such as National Public Radio\, BBC Television\, Fox News Channel\, The London Telegraph\, and People Magazine. \nIn addition to his work with families and educators for almost 25 years\, Raun brings a distinctive qualification to the realm of autism treatment: his own personal history.  \nAs a child\, Raun was diagnosed with so-called “severe” (non-speaking) autism and recommended for lifelong institutionalization. Instead\, his parents worked with him in a totally new way they developed\, enabling him to blossom\, grow\, and\, ultimately\, accomplish everything his parents were promised he would not. (A best-selling book and award-winning television movie were made about his journey.) \nRead more about Raun here>> \n\n\nThe conference will include: \n\nKeynote address – Neuro-Crash: The Real Cause of Meltdowns\, Transition Anxiety and Explosive Behaviors\nBreakout sessions on sensory differences\, autism in the classroom\, behavior\, accommodations in the workplace and social skills\nFamily and Adult Panel\nOpportunities to network with speakers\, providers\, professionals and family members\n\nVIEW THE CONFERENCE AGENDA \nRegistration Fee\nThrough August 31 – $125\nSeptember 1-8 – $150\nStudents $50 (must show student ID) \n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2022-creating-your-own-path-successful-transitions-for-persons-with-autism/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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