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- Episode 42 - Speaking Up for Mental Health RecoveryIn this episode, we chat with Megan Sharkey, REACH (Recovery Education and Creative Healing) Program Director for VOCAL - a peer-run organization in Virginia that provides education and awareness, while advocating on behalf of persons in recovery. In our conversation, Megan shares an overview of VOCAL's programs, along with some of her own recovery journey. We also discuss the impact that COVID-19 has had on behavioral health and recovery, as well as the pros and cons of social media.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
VOCAL's website: http://www.virginiavocal.org
Fire Stories: Further Thoughts on Radically Rethinking Mental Illness (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Fire-Stories-V... (Amazon link)
NAMI Virginia website: http://www.namivirginia.org
Mental Health America of Virginia website: http://www.mhav.org Wildflower Alliance website: http://www.wildfloweralliance.org
Sponsor Information: Teen Connections
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connections
Contact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-213034 min - Episode 41 - Focusing on Oral Health
We're joined by Dr. Elizabeth Reynolds and Dr. Scott Miller with the Virginia Dental Association (VDA) to discuss the importance of oral health. In our conversation, Drs. Reynolds and Miller also talk about the VDA's "Mission of Mercy" project that provides dental care to underserved communities, as well as the Appalachian Highlands Community Dental Center that Dr. Miller helped establish in 2020.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Virginia Dental Association - http://www.vadental.org/for-our-patie...
Mouth Healthy - http://www.mouthhealthy.org
Appalachian Highlands Community Dental Center - http://www.appalachianhighlandsdental...
Appalachian Highlands Community Dental Center (Facebook page) - http://www.facebook.com/appalachianhi...
Sponsor Information: Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/pla...
Contact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-213033 min - Episode 40 - Support for Grieving Parents
Katherine Allen and Lisa Evanylo have both experienced the heartache of losing a child and the journey of grief and healing that follows. A little over a year ago, the two women decided to openly share their pain and launch a support group for other bereaved parents. The monthly group, which is now meeting via Zoom, now has participation from not only Virginia’s New River Valley but even other parts of the country.
In our conversation, Katherine and Lisa both recall the events surrounding the deaths of their sons: Katherine’s son, Matt, by suicide; and Lisa’s son, Dylan, from a drug overdose. The two also offer tips on how to cope with grief and warn against what not to say to a parent who has lost a child.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Parent Bereavement Support Group meetings are the 2nd Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
For more information, call Katherine (540-230-8154) or Lisa (540-257-3612)
Grief Recovery After Substance Passing (GRASP) Facebook page – http://www.facebook.com/groups/grasphelpBereaved Parents of the USA – http://www.bereavedparentsusa.org
Compassionate Friends – http://www.compassionatefriends.org
Recommended Books:
It's OK That You're Not OK: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand by Megan Devine (Amazon link) - https://www.amazon.com/Its-That-Youre-Not-Understand/dp/1622039076/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2H3O66BL51JO&dchild=1&keywords=it%27s+okay+that+you%27re+not+okay&qid=1606594509&sprefix=It%27s+Okay+%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-2Tear Soup: A Recipe for Healing after Loss by Pat Schwiebert (Amazon link) - https://www.amazon.com/Tear-Soup-Recipe-Healing-After/dp/0961519762/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=tear+soup&qid=1606594578&sr=8-2
The Courage to Grieve: The Classic Guide To Creative Living, Recovery, And Growth Through Grief by Judy Tatelbaum (Amazon link) - https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Grieve-Classic-Creative-Recovery/dp/0060911859/ref=sr_1_1dchild=1&keywords=The+Courage+to+Grieve&qid=1606594646&sr=8-1
My Son . . . My Son . . .: A Guide to Healing After Death, Loss, or Suicide by Iris Bolton (Amazon link) - https://www.amazon.com/My-Son-Guide-Healing-Suicide/dp/0961632607/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2R9O4Y30TDF3S&dchild=1&keywords=my+son%2C+my+son+by+iris+bolton&qid=1606594732&sprefix=My+Son%2C+My+Son+b%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1
Sponsor Information:
Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connections
Contact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected]
(540) 315-213053 min - Episode 39 - Alzheimer's & Caregiving
Annette Clark is Family Services Director with the Alzheimer’s Association, Central and Western Virginia Chapter.
Annette joins us to give an overview of Alzheimer's and we discuss the common challenges of caregiving for someone living with the disease.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Alzheimer's Association - Central & Western Virginia Chapter website: http://www.alz.org/cwva
24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900
Sponsor Information:
Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connections
Contact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-213041 min - Episode 38 - Lung Cancer Screening & Smoking Cessation
Aimee Strong is a Board Certified Adult-Geriatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at UVA Health who works in the Lung Cancer Screening Program.
In our conversation, Aimee explains the different types of lung cancer and the process involved with a routine screening. We also talk about the leading causes of lung cancer, including (but not limited to) smoking, and address some of the more common misconceptions about the disease.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
American Cancer Society website - http://www.cancer.org American Lung Association website - http://www.lung.org Go 2 Foundation for Lung Cancer website - http://www.go2foundation.org
Sponsor Information:
Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connections
Contact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-213035 min - Episode 37 - Treating Breast Cancer
Dr. Jolene Henshaw is a general surgeon with LewisGale Regional Medical System - specializing in breast cancer procedures.
In our conversation, Dr. Henshaw speaks to some of the advances in treatment and how those improvements have translated to better outcomes for patients. She also dispels some of the common misconceptions about breast cancer and underscores the importance of regular mammograms.
Resources mentioned in this episode: http://www.breastcancer.org
http://www.cancer.org (American Cancer Society website)
http://ww5.komen.org (Susan G. Komen website)
Sponsor Information:
Teen Connections - http://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connectionsContact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-2130
24 min - Episode 36 - The Benefits of Peer Supports
Angela Scott is head of the Office of Peer Supports & Recovery for New River Valley Community Services. In our conversation, we discuss the important role persons with lived experience have in the continuum of care for persons with mental health and substance use disorders. We also talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted peer supports on a local level, including operations at the 401 Peer Center.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
SAMHSA - http://www.samhsa.govVOCAL - http://www.vocalvirginia.org
Mental Health America - http://www.mhanational.org
NAMI - http://www.nami.org
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) - http://www.nimh.nih.gov
National Peer Support Network - http://www.peersforprogress.org
Virginia Peer Recovery Specialist Network - http://www.virginiapeerspecialistnetwork.org
Sponsor information:
Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connectionsContact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-2130
41 min - Episode 35 - Hospice & End of Life Care
Aaron Housh, CEO of Good Samaritan Hospice, joins us to discuss hospice and advanced illness care. He shares how his organization's operations have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and helps clarify some of the common misconceptions about end-of-life care. We also talk about the internal supports "Good Sam" has in place to care for the emotional well-being of their employees, as well as the different volunteer opportunities available for those who may be interested in assisting individuals and families who are dealing with progressive illness.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Good Samaritan Hospice website - http://www.goodsam.careCaringInfo ( a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization) - http://www.nhpco.org
Sponsor Information:
Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connectionsContact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected]
(540) 315-213050 min - Episode 34 - A Six-Month Checkup
Mike Wade reflects on his first six months as host of the Dissect & Connect podcast and extends an invitation for listeners to submit topics and suggestions for future episodes.
Contact: [email protected]
Sponsor Information:
Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connections
Contact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-21308 min - Episode 33 - Suicide in AmericaSuicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S., with over 48,000 Americans dying by suicide each year. American Association of Suicidology President, Dr. Jonathan Singer, and CEO Colleen Creighton join us to take a closer look at the issue. We talk about some of the contributing factors to suicide - including access to firearms - as well as the need for more timely data. You'll also hear why the number of suicides is likely underreported. If you are thinking about suicide, or worried about a friend or loved one, or need support, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text "HELLO" to 741741. If you live in the New River Valley, call NRVCS crisis services at 540-961-8400. Resources mentioned in this episode (and more):
American Association of Suicidology website - http://www.suicidology.org
Six Feet Over - http://www.sixfeetover.org
"Not OK" app - http://www.notokapp.com
Alliance of Hope: Suicide Loss Survivors - http://www.allianceofhope.org
GoGuardian: Safe Digital Learning for Schools - http://www.goguardian.com
Asking Saves website - http://www.askingsaves.org
Asking Saves Facebook page - http://www.facebook.com/askingsaves
Lock & Talk Virginia - http://www.lockandtalk.org
Sponsor Information:
Teen Connections - https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic/education-programs/teen-connections Contact: Malinda Britt, PPSAT Community Health Educator [email protected] / (540) 315-213053 min
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This is the official podcast of Montgomery County Prevention Partners where we explore various health and wellness issues and connect listeners to community resources. We especially focus on mental…
health and addiction, two population health issues that are having a major impact across the nation.