RCCS Tidbit Of The Month: Laughter Is Medicine
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In this month’s RCCS Tidbit, we share ways of bringing joy to the soul and better ways of understanding of how laughter affects human physiology.
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
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We’re kicking off our new recurring series focusing on resources to support Telecare’s commitment to Cultural Humility, Equity, and Inclusion (CHEI). This month, we’re focusing on disability awareness for International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Read MoreCelebrating Diwali At Telecare South Bay ICT
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Diwali is known around the world as the festival of lights. Over one billion of the world’s citizens are recognizing this week through celebrations, connection, meditation, and observing the lighting of the diyas. Four different cultures celebrate Diwali as a way of signifying the victory of light and justice over prejudice and pain. The literal meaning of Diwali is “lights in a row” and it’s a symbolic representation of truth, happiness, prosperity, justice, and knowledge.
Read MoreDedication to Providing Care and Service
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We are proud of the dedication to care and community the staff at Mental Health Urgent Care — Perris brings to everyone they serve. Read about how they turned negative feedback into an opportunity to listen, learn, and care for an individual wanting for services.
Read MorePerris Staff Attend First Outreach Event for Community Reintegration
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Mental Health Urgent Care — Perris attended a recent event for community reintegration for formerly incarcerated individuals to provide information about their program’s services.
Read MoreCasa de Esperanza Enjoys A Festive Campus Wide Celebration!
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Casa Esperanza in Camarillo, CA had a wonderful and festive campus wide celebration in honor of the resident’s and staff’s hard work!
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RCCS Tidbit Of The Month: Gratitude
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A Component of Reducing Harm – One of the Five Conversations of the RCCS. As psychologists continue to explore the healing impacts on our brains from the practice of gratitude, one thing is clear: Gratitude offers extensive benefits of well-being.
Read MoreTelecare Executives Hit the Road!
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Now that the vaccination rate at programs is at a much higher level, Telecare executives are visiting programs more! Anita Barnas, Chief Program Operations Officer, recently visited Muriel Wright CRT/SUTS. More program visits are coming soon!
Read MoreRCCS Tidbit Of The Month: Empathy
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In meeting with and listening to staff, clients, and members, we hear that many individuals at Telecare programs seem to be alone in life. Making and building strong, supportive connections takes time. Past hurts and trauma can make it hard for clients and members to engage and trust others. Individuals need to re-learn skills and practice. In the video to the right, one Telecare HOMES member illustrates the power of connection through their story.
Read MoreWhy Using Gender Pronouns Matter
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Using the correct gender pronouns is an important way to provide basic respect for personhood and identity to any individual. Inside this post, we explore how they show up in our work at Telecare and provide resources for where to learn more about the impact of gender pronouns and using them correctly.
Read MoreRCCS Tidbit Of The Month: Suicide Awareness
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Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues.
Read MoreCelebrating the Power of Peers
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Peer professionals are an essential part of Telecare services. We are thrilled with the recent passage of California Senate Bill 803, The Peer Support Specialist Certification Program Act of 2020, which establishes peer service as a provider type and creates a standard certification process across the state.
Read MoreHear From Our Peers: Lei, Lori, and Jonathan
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At Telecare, our vibrant community of peer professionals are doing great work to help our members on their recovery journey. Listen to their stories about lived experience in the mental health systems and why they chose to work at Telecare inside this post.
Read MoreKaiser ICT Model: There are Good People Out There Who Care
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Telecare recently partnered with Kaiser to make sure that people with high risk and high-level needs get excellent service and integrated care – out in the community where they live, work, and lead their lives. Read about one parents experience with our new Intensive Community Treatment (ICT) model inside this post.
Read MoreA Heartfelt Thank You to Sierra Vista ACT
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We are so proud of our Sierra Vista ACT team for their impact on the people they serve — and their families. They live our values of partnership, respect, and excellence, and continue to bring dedicated behavioral health services to their rural community.
Read MoreDance-Off At San Joaquin Connect I, II, And III Inspires Staff To Enjoy Life And Technical Difficulties!
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This inspiring story was written and submitted by Arthur Lorenz, Administrator at San Joaquin Connect I, II, and III.
Read MoreShoutout To Sharlene Foox and Omotoke Adewale From Alameda County BHS!
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Last month, the Deputy Director of Clinical Operations for Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services sent some kind words about our staff at the Santa Rita Jail Project in Dublin, California.
Read MoreRCCS Tidbit Of The Month: Past Friends
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In meeting with and listening to staff, clients, and members, we hear that many individuals at Telecare programs seem to be alone in life. Making and building strong, supportive connections takes time. Past hurts and trauma can make it hard for clients and members to engage and trust others. Individuals need to re-learn skills and practice. In the video to the right, one Telecare HOMES member illustrates the power of connection through their story.
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