MINDS ON THE EDGE: Facing Mental Illness

Posted by admin on Sep 24, 2009 in Trainings | 0 comments

"MINDS ON THE EDGE: Facing Mental Illness Produced by the Fred Friendly Seminars for broadcast on PBS stations nationwide, the one-hour program effectively reveals the personal dilemmas facing individuals and families, the medical practices that can be obstacles to treatment, and the public policies that are falling short." 

Many organizations are using this program for screening events to focus on systemic change. 

To learn more or to request a copy of the DVD, CLICK HERE

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The Journey of Asian Adoption: Building a Multicultural Family

Posted by admin on Sep 16, 2009 in Trainings | 1 comment

     The Asian Pacific Development Center is excited to announce their outreach effort to the adoption community by hosting a Western Region Adoption Conference entitled “ The Journey of Asian Adoption:  Building a Multicultural Family”, on October 9 and 10 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Denver Tech Center.   
    
     This Adoption Conference will be a great resource for current and prospective adopting families and will bring to Denver leading authorities,  therapists and authors who will share their knowledge and information to help to meet the needs of the growing adoptive families in our state.
     Click here to see the Conference Poster
     For detailed information, registration and ticket purchases, visit: www.apdc.org
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Screening and Assessing Immigrant and Refugee Youth in School Based Mental Health Programs

Posted by admin on Jul 23, 2009 in Research/Publications, Trainings | 0 comments

The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools published this study made possible by a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.  It is a valuable resource for information on mental health screening and assesment of the immigrant and refugee population in the United States; a population that makes up a significant portion of our country’s population.

Click here to read the publication. 

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Registration for 2009 CBHC Annual Training Conference Now Open!

Posted by admin on Jul 21, 2009 in Trainings | 0 comments

The 2009 CBHC Annual Training Conference takes place October 2-6 in Breckenridge, CO at the Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center.  Please visit our 2009 Conference page to find a complete brochure for the Conference, to register for the event, and to make your reservations at the Beaver Run Resort (please note the code to receive the group rate). 

Also, we are still accepting applications for Exhibitors and Sponsors.  A link to apply is also available at our 2009 Conference page.   

Thanks everyone!  We look forward to seeing you all there! 

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CBHC Now Accepting Golden Abacus and Golden Light Bulb Award Nominations

Posted by admin on Feb 27, 2009 in Trainings | 0 comments

Help us recognize the excellent efforts of our community mental health teams throughout the state! 

Make your nominations for programs in both the clinical and non-clinical arena within the Community Mental Health System to win the 2009 CBHC Golden Light Bulb and Golden Abacus Awards!!

Nominate an outstanding program at your organization!

Click here to find information on evaluation critera and a nomination form.

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The Children’s Hospital Annual Ethics Conference

Posted by admin on Feb 17, 2009 in Trainings | 0 comments

The theme of this year’s Children’s Hospital Annual Ethics Conference is, "Ethical Issues in Pediatric Behavioral Healthcare".  The Conference will cover a variety of issues including, ethical issues in research, behavioral healthcare access, multiple diagnoses, and more.  

Click here to view the brochure and get registration information 

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