August 2020

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN PREVENTION THIS MONTH? Oneida County Prevention Council

What’s going on in CFLR’s Prevention Department this Month?

CFLR’s Prevention Department’s response to COVID-19.

We want you to know, you are not alone and CFLR’s Prevention Department is here to offer

support and Virtual Prevention Services. During this time of COVID-19, CFLR Inc.’s Prevention

Department is offering webinars on the topics of mental health, substance use/abuse, and

vaping information for both parents and teens as well as community members. Follow and

like CFLR’s Facebook page for more information on upcoming webinars. For zoom links and

prevention presentations, please follow our CFLR website calendar as well as our CFLR Facebook

page.

Center for Family Life and Recovery’s Debuts Their New Parenting Program!! Triple P– Positive Parenting Program is for parents with a specific concern about their child’s behavior who would benefit from a focused topic based 2-hour group discussion. The discussion group topics are: Hassle free shopping with children, Managing fighting and aggression, Developing good bedtime routines, and Dealing with disobedience. The program aims to enhance parents’ self-sufficiency in managing children’s behavior by teaching parents skills for promoting their children’s development, social competence, and self-control. Completion of all 4 series is required. CFLR is currently holding this program throughout August and September both in person and virtually for all caregivers, we also have groups exclusively for dads or male caregivers, as well as Spanish speaking parents and caregivers. For more information please contact Kristina Lindberg at (315) 733-1709 or klindberg@cflrinc.org

Triple P– Flyer

August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day, during this time it is important to raise

awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug–related death. It also acknowledges the

grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have died or had a permanent injury as

a result of drug overdose. Overdose is preventable, #OneDecision is all it takes.

CFLR, INC. TRAININGS,

PRESENTATIONS AND

EVENTS

Save The Date!

2020 Tim Foley Recovery

Classic Golf Tournament

When: Sunday, September

20th

Time: 8:30 AM

Save The Date

Golfer Registration Form

Tee Times

Vaping 101 Training

When: Tuesday, August 18th

Time: 1PM-3PM

REGISTER HERE!!

Virtual NARCAN Training

CFLR Narcan Trainings

For more information please

contact Heather Youda with

CFLR at 315.768.2663

FLYER HERE!!

Suicide Prevention

Coalition Meeting

When: September 9th

Time: 9 AM

Where: CFLR, Large Training

Room (Please check in at the

front desk)

For more information on the

Suicide Prevention Coalition

call 315.733.1709

#CFLR

#YouMatter

Contact Us:

Phone: 315.733.1709 Fax: 315.733.1789

Address: 502 Court St, Suite 401 Office Hours: Monday– Thursday: 8:30-4:00

Utica, NY 13502 Due to COVID our office hours have changed.

Website: www.WhenTheresHelpTheresHope.com

#CFLR #OneDecision #YouMatter

Trends, News and Updates

LGBTQ Youth Suffer From Mental Health Illness

According to the a report from HealthDay News, 40% of LGBTQ youth and more than half of

transgender and non-binary youth contemplated taking their life this past year. Many

LGBTQ youth are bullied daily whether in-person or online on how they look, dress, and

their sexual orientation. This type of bullying affects a persons mental health in very

negative ways and some individuals have attempted and completed suicide due to the

bullying they receive daily. It’s important for mental health professionals, teachers,

caregivers and anyone else who works with LGBTQ youth to be aware of the warning signs

and understand how to help someone going through severe depression and anxiety from

bullying and gender identity.

Link: Many LGBTQ Youth Suffer From Mental Health Woes

“We talk about them because we’re proud. We talk about them, because even though

they are not physically with us, they are never far from our mind. We talk about them,

because they are part of us, a part that we could never ignore or disown. We talk about

them because we love them still and always will. Forever. Nothing will ever change that.”

-Scribbles & Crumbs

Medical Marijuana: What You Should Know

A number of individuals have turned to herbal remedies for treating their pain or discomfort

using medical marijuana, here is what you should know. The FDA, the agency that regulates

medications, hasn't approved marijuana as a treatment for any condition. State laws differ

on the conditions that medical marijuana may be able to treat including: Chron’s disease,

epilepsy, seizures, Alzheimer’s, cancer but scientists and researchers aren't sure that it

actually helps any of these conditions. Many researchers are still unsure off how the

chemicals in marijuana affect your brain and body. They are aware of the cannabinoid

receptors in your brain and in your immune system but are unsure of how the drug affects

them is what’s unsure. There are a number of risks associated with the unknowns' of using

medical marijuana but risks we do know are, breathing problems, car accidents, pregnant

women and using marijuana as well as psychotic disorders and schizophrenia. A lot of time

and research is put into legalizing medicines on the market, and there are negative factors

involved in the unknown.

Link: Medical Marijuana: What You Should Know

Poor Sleep Linked with Teen Depression

There is a relationship between lack of sleep which significantly increases the risk for

depression in teens. A study was done at the University of Reading, and researches found

among 4,790 participants, those experiencing depression reported poor quality and time

spent asleep. Researchers noticed a difference when the teenagers were going to sleep 30

minutes later each night compared to other participants. The group who had a depressive

diagnosis were sleeping less than 7 and a half hours on week nights and over nine house on

weekends. Teens 14-17 need approximately 8-10 hours of sleep every night. Getting

adequate sleep each night will positively affect a persons mental health and well-being.

Link: Poor Sleep Significantly Linked With Teenage Depression

CFLR, Inc. Program and Class

UPDATES!!

Many of our programs have turned to virtual platforms to

serve our community. Stay tuned to our CFLR Website

Calendar and CFLR Facebook page for updated

information.

CFLR Family Recovery Wellness Collective

Click HERE to join the Facebook group!

Family Support and Wellness

When: Tuesday’s

Time: 1-2 PM

Zoom link

CFLR Recovery Advocates Peer Collaborative

For persons wanting to become Peer Recovery

Advocates.

Click HERE to join the Facebook group!

Peer Collaborative Skills and Practice Class

When: Tuesday’s

Time: 3:30-4:30 PM

Zoom link

CFLR’s, Impaired Driver Program (IDP)

CFLR is in Phase I of resuming IDP classes, any questions

contact Joe Passalacqua at 315-768-2660 or

jpassalacqua@cflrinc.org

Prevention Awareness

Vaping Resource For Teens

The State Department of Health partnered with the Truth Initiative and created a text-based

intervention program called, “This is Quitting.” The program is tailored to specific age groups

(13-17 and 18-24) to give appropriate quitting recommendations. Teens can text

“DropTheVape” to 88709. This program will send users daily text messages tailored to their

sign-up date and their target quit date. This program offers encouragement, motivation, skill

building and self-efficacy building exercises and coping strategies.

Link: New Program to Help Young People Quit Vaping

Vaping Resource for Parents/Adults

The Truth Initiative, had expanded their teen text resource to a parent and adult version as

well. Parents and other adults who are looking to help young people quit vaping should text

“QUIT” to (202) 899-7550. This text coaching is a proven, powerful strategy to change

behavior.

Link: Quitting E-Cigarettes

FCC Unanimously Approves 988 as the New Three-Digit Suicide Prevention Hotline

The Federal Communications Commission approved ‘988’ as the three-digit suicide prevention

hotline. The effect on many individual’s mental health following the death of George Floyd has

been profound. A study by the Medical Journal JAMA states, three times as many U.S. adults

reported symptoms of serious psychological distress in April compared with two years earlier.

Telecom and voice service companies will be mandated to have a 988 hotline by July 16, 2022;

two years from now.

Link: FCC Unanimously Approves 988 as the New Three-Digit Suicide Prevention Hotline

How To Have Summer Fun Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic

Summer is here, and many people are trying to figure out how to connect with others.

According to Therersa DiDonato an associate professor of psychology at Loyola University,

socializing can help boost self-esteem and provide a sense of meaning and purpose. Some

ideas to have a socially distant gathering can include, having teens meet outside with a small

number of friends. Try having a picnic birthday party where every person brings their own

blanket. Hiking with friends, nature walks, picnics, riding bikes and scooters, playing in the

sprinkler and water slides in the backyard are all fun things which can be done while social

distancing. If taking a trip to the beach, bring extra towels for everyone to be spaced out.

Another idea, some neighborhoods can hold communal cookouts where families bring their

grills to the front yard to BBQ and eat together while being socially distant. Search Google for

more ideas on social distancing get-togethers. CFLR’s Prevention Department has also included

a number of resources to keep your family busy this summer as well as some back to school

resources.

Link: How To Have Summer Fun Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic

Interactive Activities to Keep Your Family Busy This Summer

Things To Do In New York With Kids

Kid– Friendly Day Trips In Upstate New York

How to Make and Stick to a Budget

Tackling College Move-In Day on Your Own

CFLR, INC. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Compeer Program

A message from Brandi Lyons, Compeer

Specialist: “Compeer friends, please explore your social options and stay connected during

this time of crisis! Remain social by calling

your loved ones or emailing your friends. Also, use this time to

focus on self– care and please visit our CFLR

website and Facebook page for upcoming

virtual activities, posts, and Compeer updates.”

For more information on Compeer contact Brandi Lyons at 315-768-2661

August 2020 Compeer Events

CFLR, INC. ACTIVITIES

HOPE Events

A message from the Recovery Team at CFLR: “At this time, we will be postponing all in person

H.O.P.E events for 30 days due to the COVID-19

virus. We WILL be offering virtual platforms to participate in from the comfort and safety of our own homes. Please stay

tuned on our CFLR Facebook page for the

‘Zoom’ link.

For more information on CFLR Recovery services,

contact CFLR at 315-733-1709.

August 2020 HOPE Events

CFLR’s Compeer Program is a mentoring service dedicated to providing supportive friendships to

individuals struggling with mental illness. Compeer services are designed for individuals ages 5 and up,

receiving mental health services. Individuals must be referred by a mental health professional, human

services professional, or juvenile justice professionals.

Compeer is always looking for volunteers who have a passion for helping others and giving back to the

community! If you are at least 18 years of age and are interested in becoming a volunteer mentor for

Compeer, please visit our website and apply today! Volunteers are subject to a background check and a

one-time orientation. For more information about becoming a Compeer Volunteer Mentor please

contact our Compeer Specialist, Brandi Lyons at 315.768.2661 or by email blyons@cflrinc.org

Youth Referral Link Adult Referral Link Volunteer Application Link Compeer Volunteer Flyer

CFLR Veteran’s Club works to socialize Veterans who are struggling with PTSD, dementia, depression,

and other mental health issues. If you have any questions about the Veteran’s Club or how to become a

Veteran Volunteer Mentor, please contact Brandi Lyons, Compeer Specialist at 315.768.2661 OR by

email at blyons@cflrinc.org

Oneida County Suicide Prevention Coalition Their mission is: Awareness, Educate, Prevent, Support.

They come together once a month to get involved in the community (Oneida County). This coalition is

designed to be able to inform others about the warning signs of suicide and what to look for, as well as,

educate the community about the prevalence of suicide. OCSPC meetings are postponed until further

notice.

Mental Health During COVID-19

During this pandemic of COVID-19, many states are seeing an increase in suicide rates. It is important to

know the signs and symptoms to be able to prevent suicide. There is no single cause for suicide. Suicide

most often occurs when stressors and health issues converge to create an experience of hopelessness

and despair. Depression is the most common condition associated with suicide, and it is often

undiagnosed or untreated. It is important to know the signs and symptoms of suicidal behavior. These

behavior’s can include, but are not limited to; talking about wanting to kill themselves, talking about

shame or guilt, giving away possessions, and saying goodbye to family and friends. Mental Health

conditions such as depression, anxiety, and problems involving substance use and abuse increase the

risk of suicide. It’s important to note that most people who actively manage their mental health

conditions go on to lead more positive lifestyles. If you are struggling, call the Mobile Crisis Assessment

Team (MCAT) at 315.732.6228 OR 1.844.732.6228

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1.800.273.TALK, (8255).

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

Veterans Crisis Line 1.800.273.8255 Press 1

Link: Signs and Symptoms

CFLR, Inc.’s Prevention Department

At Center for Family Life and Recovery we are committed to working together with our local school

districts and community partners with the common goal of improving our children and families quality

of life. If you would like to know more about the Prevention Services, visit our website by clicking the

link below or by contacting Jodi Warren, Director of Prevention Services at 315.768.2643 or

jwarren@cflrinc.org.

Link: CFLR, Inc.’s Prevention Services

Ready, Set, Spring Into Action!!

Check your home for expired and unused medication, including pet medication, and dispose of them at

a MedReturn Unit. MedReturn Units are a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of

prescription/non-prescription drugs, that are located throughout Oneida County. Current MedReturn

Unit Sites: Boonville PD; Camden PD; Kirkland PD; Oneida County Sheriff’s Dept.; Oriskany PD; Rome

PD; Sherrill PD; Trenton Municipal Building; Waterville Municipal Building; and Utica PD.

*These units do NOT except sharps (syringes). Please visit our website for sharp drop off locations.

During this pandemic, clean out your medicine cabinets and place your unused or expired prescription in

a safe place. When the stay home order is lifted, bring your medicines to a local MedReturn Unit!

Useful Links:

CDC COVID-19 Facts

NYS Office of Mental Health:

Managing Anxiety

SAMHSA: Coping with Stress

Coronavirus WKTV

Educational Links:

PBS Kids

FunBrain

National Geographic

Other Educational Sites

CFLR In Action

CFLR Prevention Tools and

Resources

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