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"Reach Out" Showing Effectiveness in Reducing Recidivism
Sedona.biz Article; Prescott, AZ
SB&H is a proud partner of the Reach Out Initiative, which includes a team of stakeholders that cross over multiple systems, including mental health, substance use, law enforcement, pretrial services, courts, jails, community corrections, housing, health, social services, family members and many others. The goal is to improve cross-system collaborations to reduce involvement in the justice system by people with mental and substance abuse disorders.
Behavioral Health Panelists Inspire Students
GCU Magazine Article; Phoenix, AZ
At Grand Canyon University's Behavioral Health Science Career Panel, SB&H's Elizabeth Fischer and Seth Strawn were among a group of five professional panelists to talk with students and give advice, such as taking care of yourself by not bringing your client’s troubles home and being flexible because you never stop learning.
Local Nonprofit Brings Internships to Kingman
Kingman Daily Miner Article; Kingman, AZ
After the success of the last year’s program in Bullhead City, Dr. Waheed Zehri, the founder and CEO of the Tri-State Youth Internship & Leadership nonprofit, brought his paid internship program to Kingman and Lake Havasu City. Kingman Regional Medical Center will take interns, as well as the Premier Home Health Agency, Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, and a couple of local doctors.
Dr. Bob Bohanske is Honored as ASPPB Fellow
AZ Business Leaders Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Behavioral and Health Services (SB&H) announced that Dr. Bob Bohanske, known as Dr. Bob, has been appointed as a fellow of the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB). Selected by the ASPPB Board of Directors, the designation acknowledges outstanding contributions to the organization and the regulation of psychology.
Southwest Behavioral Shows Off Remodeled Facility
Mohave Valley Daily News Article; Bullhead City, AZ
In partnership with Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce, Southwest Behavioral & Health Services had a grand re-opening on October 17th at its Bullhead City facility at 2580 Highway 95, Suites 120-125.
Arizona's Family 3TV CBS5 Halloween and Candy/Medicine Mixups
Arizona's Family 3TV CBS5 Video; Phoenix, AZ
Sara Listar-Guest, SB&H Marriage & Family Therapist, joined Yetta Gibson on 3TV’s “Good Morning Arizona” to discuss candy and medicine mix-ups and how parents can keep their children safe this Halloween season.
Here Are the Finalists for the Az Business Angels Awards
AZ Big Media Article; Phoenix, AZ
AZ Business Angels magazine - in conjunction with the Arizona Community Foundation and Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits - will cast a spotlight on the nonprofits, individuals, business leaders, and organizations that are making the biggest impact on our communities at the first annual AZ Business Angels Awards on November 7, 2019. SB&H is honored to be one of the three finalists in the Nonprofit of the Year (Healthcare) category.
Recovery Month iHeartMedia Radio Segment
iHeartRadio Audio; Phoenix, AZ
September marks the 30th anniversary of National Recovery Month marking three decades of spreading the message that treatment is effective, and people can and do recover—every day. iHeartMedia's Billy Harfosh spoke with Noah Barin, Certified Peer Support Specialist, and Deborah Woodard, VP Community Resilience, on the topics of Recovery Month, Noah's recovery journey, and the message that Recovery is Possible.
Experts Warn About Marijuana-Infused Candy
North Central News Article; Phoenix, AZ
As Halloween approaches, experts are warning parents to be careful their children and teens do not get their hands on what they believe is regular candy that is actually infused with marijuana. Ed McClelland, SB&H Vice President of Community Services, and other experts also urge parents to keep medications locked or out of their children's reach.
Is It Candy?
Up the Hill Article; Goodyear, AZ
Halloween is an important time to make sure parents are not being tricked by their teens on what is a typical piece of candy and what is infused with pot. It is also important to educate parents that even the most common over-the-counter drugs might be confused for candy by younger children. Ed McClelland, SB&H Vice President of Community Services, shares tips for keeping medication away from children and what to do in an emergency situation.
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