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Join us today at 2 ET as we kick off our four-part series on bringing mindfulness to the workplace!

Learn core mindfulness concepts and practices!
Develop practical skills to manage stress, improve focus, and achieve mental clarity!
Explore techniques for self-compassion and emotional regulation!
Discover ways to integrate mindfulness into daily life and work routines!
Build a supportive learning community!

See you there!

Join CAFE TAC for Integrating Mindfulness Practices in the Workplace: A Four-Part Series – Cafe TA Center Join CAFE TAC for Integrating Mindfulness Practices in the Workplace: A Four-Part Series / Employment, Latest News, Recovery, Trainings, Uncategorized, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Join CAFE TAC for our new series, Integrating Mindfulness Practices in the Workplace, beginni...

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Here are some useful resources on voting rights from the Bazelon Center that can help you prepare!

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Join CAFE TAC for our new series, Integrating Mindfulness Practices in the Workplace, beginning on Wednesday, October 30th at 2 PM ET and continuing weekly through November 20th.

This new series from CAFE TAC is designed to help individuals with mental health conditions thrive in the workforce, and support employers in creating a wellness-focused organization, by introducing mindfulness tools to boost the well-being and resilience of employees.

Over four webinars, attendees will:

Learn core mindfulness concepts and practices.
Develop practical skills to manage stress, improve focus, and achieve mental clarity.
Explore techniques for self-compassion and emotional regulation.
Discover ways to integrate mindfulness into daily life and work routines.
Build a supportive learning community.

Join us!

Join CAFE TAC for Integrating Mindfulness Practices in the Workplace: A Four-Part Series – Cafe TA Center Join CAFE TAC for Integrating Mindfulness Practices in the Workplace: A Four-Part Series / Employment, Latest News, Recovery, Trainings, Uncategorized, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Join CAFE TAC for our new series, Integrating Mindfulness Practices in the Workplace, beginni...

CAFE TAC's Navigating the Workplasse Series continues on TOMORROW, October 9th at 2 ET with a conversation about Dealing with Disclosure.

Whether or not you've attended the first two events in the series, you're welcome to join us!

Learn more and find the registration link on our website.

Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series – Cafe TA Center Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Trainings, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in ...

CAFE TAC's Navigating the Workplasse Series continues on Wednesday, October 9th at 2 ET with a conversation about Dealing with Disclosure.

Whether or not you've attended the first two events in the series, you're welcome to join us!

Learn more and find the registration link on our website.

Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series – Cafe TA Center Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Trainings, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in ...

The latest edition of CAFE TAC’s Focus 2.0 newsletter is here!

With the 2024 election just around the corner, this edition of Focus 2.0 provides practical information on how to make your voice heard, from getting registered to vote, to figuring out the best way to make your voice heard at the ballot box by taking advantage of the accessibility accommodations that exist to help you. Your vote matters!

We also share an update on SAMHSA’s celebration of Recovery Month at the STAR Awards in Washington, DC, and update you on ongoing CAFE TAC series on mental health in the workplace and family mental health.

You’ll also find the latest edition of our “Capacity Corner” column, which focuses on breaking down tasks into Work Plans to keep you organized and on track.

Check out the latest Focus 2.0 here!

Focus 2.0: Your Vote Matters! – Cafe TA Center Focus 2.0: Your Vote Matters! / Employment, Focus newsletter, Latest News, Organizational Development, Recovery, SAMHSA news / By Jeremy Countryman The latest edition of CAFE TAC’s Focus 2.0 newsletter is here!With the 2024 election just around the corner, this edition of Focus 2.0 provides practi...

After a brief interruption caused by Hurricane Helene, CAFE TAC's "Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series" resumes on Wednesday, October 2nd at 2:00 ET!

Whether you’re an employee trying to figure out how to talk about your mental health at work, or a leader trying to create a supportive workplace culture, this is the conversation for you!

Join us for this interactive workplace mental health series!

Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series – Cafe TA Center Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Trainings, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in ...

We were privileged to be at the SAMHSA STAR Awards to celebrate recovery yesterday in Washington, DC!

CAFE TAC's Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series continues at 2 ET / 11 PT on Wednesday, September 25.

This installment will focus on Facilitating Peer Connection.

Whether you’re an employee trying to figure out how to talk about your mental health at work, or a leader trying to create a supportive workplace culture, this is the conversation for you!

Join us!

Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series – Cafe TA Center Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Trainings, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in ...

Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in the workplace?

Join CAFÉ TAC and Rebel Leadership Group for our new series, Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series, kicking off TOMORROW at 2 ET / 11 PT and meeting weekly through Wednesday, October 9.

Whether you’re an employee trying to figure out how to talk about your mental health at work, or a leader trying to create a supportive workplace culture, this is the conversation for you!

Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series – Cafe TA Center Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Trainings, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in ...

Starting one week from today! Join us for "Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series."

Over the course of four Wednesdays, we'll be talking through common workplace mental health scenarios, and discussing the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in the workplace.

Whether you’re an employee trying to figure out how to talk about your mental health at work, or a leader trying to create a supportive workplace culture, this is the conversation for you!

Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series – Cafe TA Center Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Trainings, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in ...

Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in the workplace?

Whether you’re an employee trying to figure out how to talk about your mental health at work, or a leader trying to create a supportive workplace culture, this is the conversation for you!

Join CAFÉ TAC and Rebel Leadership Group for our new series, Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series, kicking off at 2 ET / 11 PT on Wednesday, September 18 and meeting weekly through Wednesday, October 9.

Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series – Cafe TA Center Navigating the Workplace: A Four-Part “Case Scenario” Series / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Trainings, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman Want to know more about navigating the challenges that come with being a person with a mental health condition in ...

Join the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, and the National Homelessness Law Center for an essential discussion on Wednesday, August 28, 2 - 3:30 PM ET on "What the Grants Pass Decision Means for People with Disabilities."

On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a case called City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson (“Grants Pass”) that fining and jailing people experiencing homelessness for sleeping outside when they have nowhere else to go does not violate the cruel and unusual punishments clause of the constitution. The decision has given states and local governments the go ahead to make criminalization their primary, front-line response to homelessness and has had devastating effects on the civil rights of thousands of unhoused people across the United States.

This webinar will:
• Provide an overview of the Grants Pass case and the disability-related “friend of the court” briefs filed in the case;
• Explain why people with disabilities are particularly at-risk of harm due to the increased criminalization of homelessness;
• Explore the relationship between the Grants Pass case, CARE Courts / civil commitments, and efforts to increase the institutionalization of disabled people;
• Critique the role of law enforcement and judicial authorities in responding to homelessness; and
• Provide an overview of advocacy tools and strategic thinking regarding potential next steps in advocacy.

Speakers:
• Michelle Uzeta, Deputy Legal Director, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund
• Monica Porter Gilbert, Policy & Legal Advocacy Attorney, Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
• Siya Hegde, Staff Attorney, National Homelessness Law Center

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: What the Grants Pass Decision Means for People with Disabilities. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a case called City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson (“Grants Pass”) that fining and jailing people experiencing homelessness for sleeping outside when they have nowhere else to go does not violate the cruel and unusual punishments clause of the ...

Join us on Wednesday at 2 ET for a conversation about how families and caregivers can support people with mental health conditions through the transition to adulthood!

Supporting Young Adults and Ourselves: Understanding and Supporting Adult Children in Transition – Cafe TA Center Supporting Young Adults and Ourselves: Understanding and Supporting Adult Children in Transition / Latest News, Webinars, Youth and Emerging Adults / By Jeremy Countryman Are you a parent, family member, or caregiver of a young person with a mental health challenge navigating the exciting yet challe...

Are you a parent, family member, or caregiver of a young person with a mental health challenge navigating the exciting yet challenging phase of transition to independence? Is the young person you support at a crossroads with where they want to go? College, trade school, or not really sure?

Look no further! Join our 90-minute webinar, Supporting Young Adults and Ourselves: Understanding and Supporting Adult Children in Transition at 2:00 PM ET on Wednesday, August 21 where we will offer insights, emotional support, and strategies to help you thrive during this transformative journey.

Supporting Young Adults and Ourselves: Understanding and Supporting Adult Children in Transition – Cafe TA Center Supporting Young Adults and Ourselves: Understanding and Supporting Adult Children in Transition / Latest News, Webinars, Youth and Emerging Adults / By Jeremy Countryman Are you a parent, family member, or caregiver of a young person with a mental health challenge navigating the exciting yet challe...

Here's an update on 988 two years after its roll out.

A checkup for the 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline at 2: Still lots to do The 988 lifeline has been contacted by about 10 million people either by phone, text or chat. It's gotten better over the two years, but it still has a long way to go to connect people to care.

The latest edition of CAFE TAC’s Focus 2.0 newsletter is here!

This edition of Focus 2.0 looks back on twenty-five years of the Olmstead decision, which effectively ended legal institutionalization and the placement of people with mental health disabilities in segregated settings. How far have we come, and what remains to be done?

We also share important reminders about registering to vote in this November’s election, highlight a new article that makes the case for peer-run respites, and look at an instance where mental health advocacy is countering stigma in the world of sports.

You’ll also find the latest edition of our “Capacity Corner” column, which focuses on how important it is to keep an organization’s Mission and Vision at the forefront of everything it does.

Check out the latest Focus 2.0 here!

A Focus 2.0 on Twenty-Five Years of Olmstead – Cafe TA Center A Focus 2.0 on Twenty-Five Years of Olmstead / Employment, Focus newsletter, Latest News, Organizational Development, Recovery / By Jeremy Countryman The latest edition of CAFE TAC’s Focus 2.0 newsletter is here!This edition of Focus 2.0 looks back on twenty-five years of the Olmstead decision, wh...

Celebrating Mental Health Month by highlighting resources from Café TAC’s Library…

Rapid-Fire Recovery Q&A with our friend Cherene Caraco – In this the final installment in the year-long “Advancing Recovery in Your Community Series” CAFE TAC opened the floor to take questions from attendees for our series facilitator, peer leader, advocate, and CEO of North Carolina’s Promise Resource Network Cherene Caraco, resulting in a wide-ranging conversation about peer support, recovery, and systems change.

Rapid-Fire Recovery Q&A with Cherene Caraco – Cafe TA Center Rapid-Fire Recovery Q&A with Cherene Caraco / Latest News, Recovery, Webinars / By Jeremy Countryman CAFÉ TAC recently hosted a Rapid-Fire Recovery Q&A with our friend Cherene Caraco, peer leader, advocate, CEO of North Carolina’s Promise Resource Network, and 2022 Bazelon Center Innovator of the...

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting resources from Café TAC’s Library…

CAFE TAC and AMPSS Present: Mike and Meg Starring in The CPIEM – Get an introduction to The Consumer Pathways to Inclusion and Engagement Model guidebook in this webinar featuring a conversation with panelists that developed this new resource created by peers, for peers, to help them develop the skills they need to turn their lived mental health experience into meaningful change in the mental health system of care.

CAFE TAC and AMPSS Present: Mike and Meg Starring in The CPIEM – Cafe TA Center CAFE TAC and AMPSS Present: Mike and Meg Starring in The CPIEM / Latest News, Recovery, Trainings, Webinars / By Jeremy Countryman CAFE TAC and our friends from the Association of Mississippi Peer Support Specialists (AMPSS) recently introduced a brand new resource, The Consumer Pathways to Inclusio...

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting resources from Café TAC’s Library…

Beyond Peer Support: Peer Leaders Inspiring Systems-Level Change – This webinar features a conversation among peers that work in systems-level roles helping to expand the scope and reach of peer support and recovery. Find out what making change at the system level looks like, hear about the paths others have taken to get there, and imagine the leadership path you can take to bring change to your community!

Beyond Peer Support: Peer Leaders Inspiring Systems-Level Change – Cafe TA Center Beyond Peer Support: Peer Leaders Inspiring Systems-Level Change / Employment, Latest News, Organizational Development, Recovery, Webinars, Workforce Development / By Jeremy Countryman The CAFÉ TA Center recently hosted Beyond Peer Support: Peer Leaders Inspiring Systems-Level Change, a conversatio...

Join this webinar on Thursday, May 30, 12:30-2 p.m. ET, "The Living Room: Leveraging the Peer Workforce in Crisis Stabilization," hosted by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing in partnership with the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD).

Register at https://go.thenationalcouncil.org/NzczLU1KRi0zNzkAAAGTIPVhRjvFLo21XqBgLu5LDK5sWOrs03Iv2qW19Wx94NbUL69j47A8LFFnM-zxxPWtupfxeaI=

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting resources from Café TAC’s Library…

Wisdom from The Streets: Unhoused, Criminalized, and Hospitalized – This webinar includes the perspectives of three people that lived on the streets with labels like “felon,” “addict,” “homeless,” and “schizophrenic,” and now work to reclaim the narrative around being unhoused through street outreach, policy change, and challenging the status quo sharing their thoughts on what they needed and what the system provided, the role of treatment, both voluntary and mandatory, and their ideas about solutions.

Wisdom from the Streets: Unhoused, Criminalized, and Hospitalized – Cafe TA Center Wisdom from the Streets: Unhoused, Criminalized, and Hospitalized / Recovery, Webinars / By Jeremy Countryman The CAFÉ TA Center recently hosted Wisdom from the Streets: Unhoused, Criminalized, and Hospitalized, a conversation about the lived experience of being unhoused in America while experienci...

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting resources from Café TAC’s Library…

Strengthening Families in Times of Perceived Crisis – This webinar featured a conversation on supporting loved ones in mental health crisis, discussing strategies for resilience and actionable strategies to navigate the complexities of supporting someone you care about.

Strengthening Families in Times of Perceived Crisis – Cafe TA Center Strengthening Families in Times of Perceived Crisis / Latest News, Recovery, Trainings, Webinars / By Jeremy Countryman CAFE TAC recently hosted a conversation on supporting loved ones in mental health crisis, Strengthening Families in Times of Perceived Crisis.View the recording here!Are you a fami...

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting resources from Café TAC’s Library…

Hearing Voices Network: De-mystifying Voices and Visions – This webinar features a discussion of the Hearing Voices Network and their unique approach to the experience of voice hearing that seeks to demystify the experience, offer information, education, and support to understand voice hearing and visions, promote recovery rather than pathology, and challenge negative stereotypes, biases, and stigma.

Hearing Voices Network: De-mystifying Voices and Visions – Cafe TA Center Hearing Voices Network: De-mystifying Voices and Visions / Latest News, Recovery, Trainings, Webinars / By Jeremy Countryman The CAFÉ TA Center recently hosted Hearing Voices Network: De-mystifying Voices and Visions, a free webinar about alternative approaches to voice hearing and visions associat...

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting resources from Café TAC’s Library…

Alternatives to Su***de: A Harm Reduction Approach – This webinar features four experts versed in Alternatives to Su***de discussing alternative approaches to su***de driven by genuine openness, recovery values, and authentic peer connection.

Alternatives to Su***de: A Harm Reduction Approach – Cafe TA Center Alternatives to Su***de: A Harm Reduction Approach / Latest News, Recovery, Trainings, Webinars / By Jeremy Countryman The CAFÉ TA Center recently hosted Alternatives to Su***de: A Harm Reduction Approach, a conversation about alternative approaches to su***de driven by genuine openness, recovery v...