Mental Health Reform updates

Mental Health Reform Newsletter August 2014

Upcoming free CBT from AWARE... group work and online courses, apply now for Sept / Oct

Life Skills is a group of programmes from Aware that are based on the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and are free to the public.

CBT is a therapy that focuses on thinking and behaviour and has been shown to be an effective treatment for mild to moderate depression, stress and/or anxiety.

Life Skills is offered by Aware in two formats:

1. In a group setting in a select number of locations nationwide, and
2. Online

To find out more information about each type of programme offered please click on the relevant link below.

 life skills group programme info


Nine hours that could help change your life!

Life Skills is a completely free educational programme from Aware which is delivered over the course of six weeks. Each enjoyable session is 90 minutes and the programme can help participants make a real difference in their lives.

With the help of a series of easy-to-follow booklets and expert guidance from a trained facilitator at each session, participants can learn how to manage feelings of stress, worry, anxiety or depression, and learn simple and practical skills to help them cope with life’s challenges.

Life Skills is offered in a group setting with each group comprising around 25 people.

Learn more about what kinds of things we talk about on the  Life Skills Group programme by watching this six minute introductory video.

A little more about Life Skills

Evaluation & accreditation

How do I sign up for the programme? Apply online through completing this form:

Feedback

Frequently asked questions

 life skills online programme info





Life Skills Online is a completely free educational programme from Aware which is delivered online.

With the help of a series of easy-to-follow modules and support from a trained Aware
volunteer, participants can learn how to manage feelings of stress, worry, anxiety or depression, and learn simple and practical skills to help them cope with life’s challenges.

The programme is comprised of eight modules, each covering a different topic, and the programme can help participants make a real difference in their lives.

Participants complete the modules online, in their own time, over eight consecutive weeks. The programme is self-directed – meaning participants can choose what module to try first and can skip backwards and forwards between modules and activities as they prefer.

Each Life Skills Online participant will also be partnered with a ‘supporter’, a trained Aware volunteer. The supporter provides encouragement and feedback if the participant chooses to share any of their module work with them.

• A little more about Life Skills Online

• How do I sign up for the programme?

• Feedback

• Frequently asked questions

WRAP Level 2 Training to become a facilitator 18th - 24th September... and it's free!

Would you like to take your WRAP training to the next level?

Are you interested in learning to become a WRAP trainer and support others with their recovery?

 Would you like to facilitate WRAP groups and programmes in the future perhaps?

Well if this takes your fancy, we've just heard about some fabulous free training open to people with self experience of mental ill health so they can go on to support others in recovery using WRAP...  you have to have completed your own WRAP (Level 1 training) but other than that there are no stipulations.

When: 18^th, 19^th, 22^nd, 23^rd and 24^th of September 2014

Where: Training & Development Centre, Cherry Orchard Hospital, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10.

Time: 09:15am to 4:30pm for each training day.

Who can apply?

Anyone whom has completed Level 1 WRAP training and are:

• HSE staff employed in the Dublin South Central Mental Health Services.
• Family members, carers and advocates in the locality of the Dublin South Central region.
• Mental health service users in the locality of the Dublin South Central region.
• Staff and volunteers from partner, voluntary, non-profit and community organizations in the Dublin South Central region

How do I apply?

Complete the following application form below and post in before the closing date to:

Brendan Power (A/CNM3), Nursing Practice Development Unit (NPDU), Bridge House, Cherry Orchard Hospital, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, Eire.

Closing date for applications: 2:00pm on Tuesday 19^th of August 2014.

If you require additional information on this training please contact the organiser (Brendan Power) on (086) 021 3779 or email: Brendan.power1@hse.ie.

Supported by:  HSE & Threshold Training Network

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Application for Level 2 Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) Facilitator Training: Dublin South Central Area.

What is WRAP?

Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) is a 'self-management' tool used in many countries around the world to help individuals take more control over their own wellbeing and recovery. It emphasizes that people are the experts in their own experience and is based on the premise that there are no limits to recovery.

WRAP was developed in the United States by a group of people with mental health problems and has been successfully shared, both in the United States and internationally, by Mary Ellen Copeland and the Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery.

What makes up a WRAP?

WRAP offers a structured means by which people can maintain wellness and recovery while working to anticipate and reflect on crisis.

WRAP is underpinned by a number of core principles:

• That recovery is possible (‘hope’).
• That individuals should take personal responsibility for their own lives and well being (‘personal responsibility’).
• That it is important to know yourself, to be self aware (‘education’).
• That it is important to believe in and advocate for oneself (‘self advocacy’); and that the support of others is vital (‘support’).

Individuals work within these principles to create their own WRAP. Each plan should include the following components:

• Wellness toolbox
• Daily maintenance plan
• Identification of triggers and associated action plan
• Identification of early warning signs and associated action plan
• Identification of signs that things are breaking down and associated action plan
• Crisis planning
• Post crisis planning

Supported by: HSE & Threshold Training Network

Structure of the Level 2 Facilitator training:

Facilitator training is delivered over five days and is provided by two advanced level facilitators, trained and accredited by the Copeland Centre for Wellness and Recovery.

 

Location and dates:

The level 2 facilitator training will take place on the 18^th, 19^th, 22^nd, 23^rd and 24^th of September 2014 in the Training & Development Centre, Cherry Orchard Hospital, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10. Times of attendance will be from 09:15am to 4:30pm for each training day.

Who can apply?

Anyone whom has completed Level 1 WRAP training and are:

• HSE staff employed in the Dublin South Central Mental Health Services.
• Family members, carers and advocates in the locality of the Dublin South Central region.
• Mental health service users in the locality of the Dublin South Central region.
• Staff and volunteers from partner, voluntary, non-profit and community organizations in the Dublin South Central region.

What’s expected after completion of the training?

Those partaking in the five day facilitator training will be expected to facilitate a Level 1 WRAP training programme at least twice over a two year period in the Dublin South central region.

If you require additional information on this training please contact the organiser (Brendan Power) on (086) 021 3779 or email: Brendan.power1@hse.ie.

Application for Level 2 Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) Facilitator Training: Dublin South Central Area.

To be completed by the individual applicant.
Name:
Preferred contact details:
Gender:	Male ¨                     Female¨
Role:	Service User¨     Service Provider¨      Carer/Family member¨   Other ¨ Please specify:________________
Have you undertaken Level 2 WRAP training before in the past?	Yes ¨                        No¨ If Yes, please provide details of when and where:
Have you undertaken Level 1 WRAP training before in the past?	Yes ¨                        No¨ If Yes, please provide details of when and where (Refer to Level 1 certificate for this information):

Please answer the following questions in the space provided below.

1) What skills and qualities do you think a person should have to Facilitate WRAP and what are your strengths in these areas?

Please answer the following questions in the space provided below.

2) What have you found to be the positive aspects of using WRAP and how would you convey this message to others when facilitating WRAP workshops?

3) What challenges did you experience in the process of developing your own WRAP, and how would you use this experience as a facilitator?

Please answer the following questions in the space provided below.

4) Do you have any experience of planning, facilitating or organising any events? If so please describe your involvement:

Can you commit to co-facilitating a minimum of two WRAP sessions in the Dublin South Central area over a two year period?

Yes ¨                   No¨

Please complete this section if you are a service provider (i.e. Employed with HSE or other voluntary/non-profit/partner organisation).
Is this application being supported by your line manager?	Yes ¨                   No¨
Is your line manager allowing you the time off to attend the five day training and commitment to facilitate two WRAP workshops over a two year period?	Yes ¨                   No¨
Line Managers Declaration I have held a discussion with______________________ about this application. I fully support and recommend this application. Line Manager:________________________    Date:__________________

Please complete return completed applications forms to:

Email:	Brendan.power1@hse.ie
Post:	Brendan Power (A/CNM3), Nursing Practice Development Unit (NPDU), Bridge House, Cherry Orchard Hospital, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, Eire.
Closing date:	2:00pm on Tuesday 19th of August 2014.

What's happening in Gateway this August

August 2014 Schedule edit

August 2014 Newsletter

August 2014 Newsletter

Happy August Bank Holiday Weekend! A few things to keep ye busy...

Wishing everyone a fab long weekend and a bit of sunshine on the side :)  As we know bank holiday weekends are an opportunity to relax and have a bit of fun for many people but some of us can find it rather long, and without a few things to look forward to, the long weekend can feel even longer...

So, here are a few city wide events and activities that may be of interest and worth checking out so that the weekend can be a fun and relaxing time for all of us ~ thanks to Richard M for bringing in the Urban Fleadh leaflets and to Joerg at the dublin free event guide for keeping track of all the great free things happening around the city every week.

~ enjoy and see you soon,
Fionn :)

Bank Holiday Urban Fleadh a highlight of Northside Music Festival

Dublin City Council has announced details of this year’s Northside Music Festival which is sure to energise parks and open spaces on Dublin’s Northside every weekend this August. It’s a free, family friendly music extravaganza that will showcase music from all over the world, including Irish trad, reggae, rock, and hip-hop.

The festival opens with an Urban Fleadh at Wolfe Tone Square, Jervis Street, during the Bank Holiday Weekend ( Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th August). The Fleadh will feature Sean Nos dancing exhibitions, the Tolca Ceili Band, live music session tents and headline concerts The Ronan O’Snodaigh Trio on Saturday and The Woodbines on Sunday.

Northside Music festival, now in its seventh year, is organised by Dublin City Council. It is supported by Dublin City BID, The Church Bar and Restaurant, Ceoltoiri Chluain, axis Ballymun and local groups and communities.

Admission is free to all events. Music sessions at Urban Fleadh and drumming workshops in Fairview Park and The Red Stables are available to book on the day and are subject to availability. Please come prepared for changeable weather. See DCC website for more info and facebook for the schedule of events.  Enjoy!                             

Dublin Castle Sand Sculpture Exhibition

Dates:

Live Carving: Monday July 29th - Sunday August 4th

Remains on display: Monday August 5th - Tuesday August 27th

Theme:

"What we can be proud of/Happy with, being Irish?"

Opening times:

Entrance to see the sand sculptures is FREE, and you are free to wander around the Dublin Castle courtyards almost anytime, via the back gate. However if you like to take a peek inside some of the more splendid buildings you will need to join a guided tour. Tours are held Mondays to Friday between 10:00 and 16:45 and Saturdays and Sundays from 14:00-16:45

Getting To Dublin Castle:

Dublin Castle can be reached by an easy 10 minute walk from Temple Bar or Grafton Street.

Dublin Bus routes 77/77A, 56A and 49 from Eden Quay and the 123 from O'Connell Street all stop at Dublin Castle's Palace Street Gate.

Slovak Cultural Week - Meet Slovak Artists

18:00 to 23:00 Friday 01 Aug

Centre for Creative Practices, 15 Pembroke Street Lower, Dublin 2

Meet Slovak artists and members of the Slovak community. Integration workshop open to public followed by performance by Folklore group OSTROHA.

Other events will take place on Sat and Sun and the next Dublin Event Guide (for Free Events) will include these events.

See their website for details: Slovak Cultural Week - events

Warsaw Uprising - Exhibition Launch

19:00 Friday 01 Aug

St. Audeon's Church, 14 High Street, Dublin 8

"The 70th Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising" is an exhibition, organised by "Discover Poland" and the Polish Chaplaincy in Ireland, that tells the story of the Uprising and the roles of chaplains and churches involved.

The exhibition will open on 01 Aug at 19:00 and during the event Dr. Gabriel Doherty from UCC will talk about ''Warsaw Uprising in comparative context''. The exhibition will then be available from 02-04 August and again on 09+10 August in both periods from 12:00-20:00.

At the opening food from the era will be available, a souvenir shop will be on site and the film City of Ruins will be shown.

Admission is free to opening and exhibition.

See their website for details: discovering.poland

Bray Summerfest - Gigs

20:00 to 23:00 Friday 01 Aug

Seafront, Bray, Co. Wicklow

The following gigs will take place at the Bray Summerfest:

Friday 01 August

20:00-21:00 Jet Setter

21:30-23:00 The Harleys

All gigs are on the bandstand and admission is free. Check website for more info: braysummerfest.com

Digital revolution in Irish family history - Talk

13:00 Friday 01 Aug

National Library, Kildare Street, Dublin 2

"Genealogy at Lunchtime: The digital revolution in Irish family history" with Brian O'Donovan (Eneclann & FindMyPast) is a 20 min talk, followed by a Q&A.

Admission is free and no booking required.

"This August, the NLI is hosting Eneclann and Ancestor Network's programme of “Twentyx20” lunchtime talks unlocking the richness of Irish family history. Each talk is a short introduction to a key area, essential source or genealogy research method, followed by a Q&A session with the expert."

National Library of Ireland events

Classical Summer Music at Sandford (Dublin 6 every Friday freebie!)

13:10 Friday 01 Aug

Sandford Parish Church, Ranelagh, Dublin 6

Sandford Parish Church in Ranelagh is inviting to Classical Music Summer Concerts from every Friday from June to September.

The next concert is Tanya Sewell (mezzo-soprano) and Alsion Young (piano) - Irish songs and music by Purcell, Mozart, Ravel and others

Admission is free. musical events every Friday - check website for details here

Vital Signs Survey 2015

VitalSigns is a report card on the vitality of the nation. It grades 12 key issue areas that affect the quality of life of those who live, work, play and learn in Ireland. Take the survey online to voice your opinion or in person.

VitalSigns was first published in Europe by the Community Foundation for Ireland in 2013. Over 1,000 people in Ireland voiced their opinions and told us what was important to them.  YOU have the opportunity to have your voice heard and listened to. 

Complete the people's survey to pick which issues are most important to you in Ireland today. 

Vital Signs 2015 Survey

Don’t want to complete the survey online?

On the 4^th and 5^th of August the VitalSigns team will be surveying residents in the Rathmines and Pembroke area. Keep an eye out for them and make sure to have your voice heard.