BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Metrocare Services - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Metrocare Services X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Metrocare Services REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20241218T142631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T142631Z UID:10000144-1737707400-1737718200@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Implementing a Trauma-informed\, Multiculturally Responsive Approach to your Clinical Practice DESCRIPTION:Multicultural knowledge\, self-awareness\, and skill application are the foundation for implementing and engaging competently with a diverse client population (Sue et al.\, 2022). In this session\, we will review counseling multicultural competencies\, discuss the Multicultural Orientation framework\, and how to apply trauma-informed multiculturally responsive perspectives and behaviors into your practice. \nBy the end of this training session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand personal and professional counseling competencies that support working with individuals from diverse backgrounds\nDiscuss the pillars of the Trauma Informed Care and the Multicultural Orientation Framework\nAnalyze strategies for demonstrating a trauma-informed multiculturally responsive counseling practice using the Multicultural Orientation Framework\nApply trauma-informed multiculturally responsive perspectives and behaviors to respective theory and counseling practice with a diverse client population\n\nRegister Here\nCost: $25.00 (Metrocare Staff are free) \nLocation: Mustang Room \nSeats are limited. Please ensure you are registered no later than Friday\, January 17th to secure your spot. \nPlease be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations\, refunds and confidentiality. \nContinuing Education Hours: \nLPCs Earn 3 CE (Continuing Education) hours \n \n____________________________________________________________________________ \nPresenter: Erin Kaszynski\, PhD\, LPC \nDr. Kaszynski is the Associate Director of Clinical Education and Research at ACER. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision with an emphasis in Multicultural Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. Dr. K has experience providing trauma-focused services to a diverse population across multiple counseling settings. Trauma-focused\, multiculturally responsive care is a theme in her professional training\, teaching as a professor\, and research in the counseling field. \n____________________________________________________________________________ \nAgenda: \n8:15 am – 8:30 am Registration \n8:30 am – 11:30 am Implementing a Trauma-informed\, Multiculturally Responsive Approach to your Clinical Practice \n11:30 am – 11:45 am Closing Remarks and Evaluation URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/implementing-a-trauma-informed-multiculturally-responsive-approach-to-your-clinical-practice/ LOCATION:1345 River Bend Dr\, Dallas\, TX\, USA\, 1345 River Bend Drive\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States CATEGORIES:Acer Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T110000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20241224T161223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241224T161223Z UID:10000145-1736416800-1736420400@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Nurse's Open Clinic DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd Thursday of the Month 10AM – 11AM (CST) Central \n  \nThe Nurse’s Open Clinic is designed to create a welcoming and accessible environment where individuals can receive up-to-date health information. Operated by qualified nurse\, the clinic offers a range of educational sessions aimed at promoting wellness\, managing chronic conditions\, and providing care for various illnesses. The open structure of the clinic encourages a sense of community\, allowing individuals to seek help without the barriers often present in traditional healthcare settings. By emphasizing preventive care and health education\, the Nurse’s Open Clinic empowers individuals to take charge of their health and well-being. \n  \nTo register click here! \n  \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/nurses-open-clinic/2025-01-09/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Nurses-Open-Clinic-Event-Slide.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T140000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20241028T205315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T173224Z UID:10000143-1732280400-1732284000@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Pharmacology Two-Part Series (virtual) DESCRIPTION:Event’s Outline: \nProvide knowledge about basic drug actions and potential side effects\, particularly when individuals with IDD have difficulty communicating their symptoms and treatment preferences. \nWill cover common over-the-counter medications for simple conditions and the psychiatric medications most IDD clients take. \nExplore the basic mechanisms of drug action and disease treatment\, along with detailed aspects of side effects\, toxicities\, and appropriate dosing\, especially in the context of IDD clients and the elderly. \nProfessionals and caregivers will be better equipped to manage the complex medication needs of individuals with IDD\, ultimately leading to improved care outcomes and a better quality of life. \nRegister Here: \nPart 1 \nPart 1 Nov. 8\, 2024 \n1:00 – 2:00 PM (CST) \nhttps://qrco.de/bfWO5M \nPart 2 \nPart 2 Nov. 22\, 2024 \n1:00 – 2:00 PM (CST) \nhttps://qrco.de/bfWO6u \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/pharmacology/ CATEGORIES:Metrocare ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Pharmacology-Two-Part-Series-Event-Slide-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20241014T183141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T183437Z UID:10000140-1731661200-1731672000@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Integrating a need-based\, trauma-informed approach to your Counseling Practice with undocumented Immigrants\, Refugees & Asylum Seekers DESCRIPTION:The cultural diversity within the United States continues to grow. Some individuals immigrating to the United States may be undocumented or hold a refugee or asylum status. As Counselors\, we must understand the unique challenges faced by these groups and potential barriers to effective helping. In this session\, we will explore a need-based\, trauma-informed approach to support these diverse groups. \nBy the end of this training session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe undocumented immigrant\, asylum seeker\, and refugee populations\, particularly cultural groups that have been accessing services in our college and community mental health settings In Dallas County\nAnalyze the ethical and professional competency standards for counseling diverse populations\nIdentify challenges that may impact the mental health of these diverse groups\nExplain how a trauma-informed\, need-based counseling approach is helpful when serving these groups\nIntegrate this framework into their counseling practice when serving undocumented immigrants\, asylum seekers\, and refugees\n\nRegister Here!\nCost: $25 (Metrocare staff and UNT Dallas students are free) \nLocation: Founders Hall 138 \nSeats are limited. Please ensure you are registered no later than Friday\, November 8th to secure your spot. Breakfast will be provided. \nPlease be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations\, refunds and confidentiality. \nContinuing Education Hours: \nLPCs Earn 3 CE (Continuing Education) hours\n \n  \n  \n  \n____________________________________________________________________ \nPresenter: Teresa Parnell\, MS\, LPC \nTeresa Espino Parnell\, LPC\, is the Director of the Counseling & Wellness Center at the University of North Texas at Dallas and co-founder of Adulting Counseling and Consulting\, where she provides bilingual mental health counseling services. Teresa holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Community Mental Health Counseling from The University of North Texas at Dallas and has more than 7 years of clinical experience working with emerging adults in higher education and private practice. Teresa practices using the theoretical frameworks of Person-Centered Therapy\, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy\, and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. She has extensive experience serving culturally diverse individuals in the DFW area\, including individuals who identify as undocumented immigrants\, asylum seekers\, or refugees. \nPresenter: Erin Kaszynski\, PhD\, LPC \nDr. Kaszynski is the Associate Director of Clinical Education and Research at ACER. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision with an emphasis in Multicultural Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. Dr. K has experience providing trauma-focused services to a diverse population across multiple counseling settings. Trauma-focused\, multiculturally responsive care is a theme in her professional training\, teaching as a professor\, and research in the counseling field. \n____________________________________________________________________ \nAgenda: \n8:45 am – 9:00 am Registration \n9:00 am – 12:00 pm Integrating a need-based\, trauma-informed approach to your Counseling Practice with undocumented Immigrants\, Refugees & Asylum Seekers \n12:00 pm – 12:10 pm Closing Remarks and Survey URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/integrating-a-need-based-trauma-informed-approach-to-your-counseling-practice-with-undocumented-immigrants-refugees-asylum-seekers/ LOCATION:University of North Texas at Dallas\, 7400 University Hills Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75241\, United States CATEGORIES:Acer Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ACER-Event-Graphic_Word.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T093000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20241025T164813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T180815Z UID:10000142-1731657600-1731663000@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Legislative Affairs Breakfast 2024 DESCRIPTION:Thank you to everyone who attended our 2024 Legislative  Affairs Breakfast. \nClick here to download our Legislative Priorities URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/legislative-affairs-breakfast-2024/ LOCATION:The Arts District Mansion\, 2101 Ross Ave\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201 CATEGORIES:Metrocare ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20240923T171726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T152120Z UID:10000139-1729242000-1729252800@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Balancing Acts: Effective and Compassionate Mental Health Care for Families DESCRIPTION:Providing Family Therapy can be an intimidating prospect for even seasoned counselors and therapists. Counselors and mental health practitioners must walk the tightrope of joining with each family member while avoiding triangulation or an overfocus on the identified client. Yet\, Family Therapy offers tools for change that may prove more effective than individual therapy alone for many clinical presentations. This workshop will encourage and empower clinicians of all backgrounds and experience levels to engage families and couples in treatment. We will examine the primary principles of Family Systems Theory and discuss brief interventions that practitioners can use to begin working with families. \nAt the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the primary principles and interventions of Family Systems Theory\n\n\nUnderstand the influence of Family Systems Theory on mental health symptomology and treatment\nExamine the primary tasks and strategies of family systems and how these tasks and strategies perpetuate through the generations\nImplement key skills and interventions for effectively working with families in their counseling or therapeutic practice\n\nRegister Here!\nCost: $25 \nLocation: Mustang Room (first floor) \nSeats are limited. Please ensure you are registered no later than Friday\, October 11th to secure your spot. Breakfast snacks will be provided. \nPlease be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations\, refunds and confidentiality. \nContinuing Education Hours: \nLPCs Earn 3 CE (Continuing Education) hours\n \n  \n  \n___________________________________________________________________ \nSpeaker: Andrew Ahles\, LMFT-S\, Clinical Training Manager\, Metrocare \nAndrew Ahles\, LMFT-S has worked for over a decade as a Marriage and Family Therapist in both outpatient and inpatient treatment settings to provide compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and families suffering from severe mental illness and addiction. As an experienced LMFT and LMFT supervisor\, Andrew loves engaging with even the most complex family cases to shift patterns and create space for change. Andrew is trained in multiple couples and family counseling models including Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFT) and Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT). \nAs the Manager of Clinical Training at Metrocare\, Andrew leads the organization in providing clinical and trauma-informed training for all mental health professionals and counseling staff. Andrew is a Certified Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) trainer and facilitates professional and community training on topics including Family Therapy\, Trauma Informed Care\, Mental Health Awareness and Education\, Professional Boundaries\, Gambling Disorder\, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. He is passionate about supporting counselors as they provide life-changing services to the community. \n____________________________________________________________________ \nAgenda: \n8:45 am – 9:00 am Registration and Introductions \n9:00 am – 12:00 pm Balancing Acts: Effective and Compassionate Mental Health Care for Families \n12:00 pm – 12:10 pm Closing Remarks and Survey \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/balancing-acts-effective-and-compassionate-mental-health-care-for-families/ LOCATION:Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Metrocare\, 9696 Skillman St.\, Suite 170\, Dallas\, TX\, 75243\, United States CATEGORIES:Acer Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WordPress-Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20240826T212411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T145107Z UID:10000137-1727166600-1727179200@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Fall 2024 IDD Seminar with Craig Escudé\, MD DESCRIPTION:ACER\, IDD Services & LIDDA Present: Fall 2024 IDD Seminar with Craig Escudé\, MD\nSession One\nRecognizing Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care for People With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) & Mental Health (MH) Challenges  \nSession Two\nEvaluating Mental Health Conditions When Someone Does Not Use Words To Communicate \n  \nAbout Our Presenter\, Dr. Craig Escudé:\nDr. Craig Escudé is a board-certified Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of Developmental Medicine and President of IntellectAbility. He has more than 20 years of clinical experience providing medical care for people with IDD and complex medical and mental health conditions\, serving as medical director of Hudspeth Regional Center in Mississippi for most of that time. While there\, he founded DETECT\, the Developmental Evaluation\, Training\, and Educational Consultative Team of Mississippi. He is the author of “Clinical Pearls in IDD Healthcare” and developer of the “Curriculum in IDD Healthcare\,” an eLearning course used to train clinicians on the fundamentals of healthcare for people with IDD\, and the host of the IDD Health Matters Podcast. \nWhat you will learn:\nIn this program\, you learn about assessing and diagnosing non-verbal individuals with IDD and Mental Health concerns\, how to recognize trauma among this population\, and care for individuals with IDD & Mental Health concerns. \n \nRegistration Cost: $25.00\nRegister Here\nSpace is limited. \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/fall-2024-idd-seminar-with-craig-escude-md/ LOCATION:Texas Women’s University Health Sciences Center (Auditorium)\, 5500 Southwestern Medical Avenue\, Dallas\, 75235\, United States CATEGORIES:Acer Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ACER-Event-Graphics-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T130000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20240828T213623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T213658Z UID:10000138-1726833600-1726837200@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Cognitive behavioral techniques for addressing maladaptive patterns of clients experiencing depression: Low Motivation & Lack of Interest DESCRIPTION:Do you serve clients with depression who are stuck due to low motivation and lack of interest? In this session\, we will discuss how these patterns can keep clients stuck and introduce some cognitive-behavioral techniques to introduce to your counseling practice. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain presenting symptoms and common cognitive and behavioral patterns associated with depression as outlined in the DSM-5-TR\nDiscuss the specific challenges related to low motivation and lack of interest\nIdentify evidentially supportive cognitive intervention models used by counselors and helping professionals for the treatment of depression\nImplement cognitive behavioral intervention techniques into their counseling practice that will address low motivation and lack of interest in depression\n\nRegister Here!\nCost: $25 \nThis virtual event is limited to 30 participants.  Please ensure you are registered no later than Monday\, September 16th to secure your spot. \nPlease be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations\, refunds and confidentiality. \nContinuing Education Hours: \nLPCs Earn 3 CE (Continuing Education) hours \n  \n \n___________________________________________________________________ \nSpeaker: Erin Kaszynski\, PhD\, LPC \nDr. Kaszynski is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas (#74929) with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. She is the Associate Director of Clinical Education and Research at Metrocare. Dr. Kaszynski received training in CBT through the Beck Institute and has experience providing Cognitive-behavioral interventions across multiple counseling settings. Her professional experience extends to teaching and supervising master’s level counseling students and providing professional development training for licensed practitioners. \n____________________________________________________________________ \nAgenda: \n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Cognitive behavioral techniques for addressing maladaptive patterns of clients experiencing depression: Low Motivation & Lack of Interest URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/cognitive-behavioral-techniques-for-addressing-maladaptive-patterns-of-clients-experiencing-depression-low-motivation-lack-of-interest/ CATEGORIES:Acer Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ACER-EVENT-IMAGE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20240808T200414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T200414Z UID:10000136-1723104000-1723136400@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Pharmacology (virtual) with Erin Kim\, RN DESCRIPTION:Erin Kim\, RN Biography: \nBachelor of Science in Nursing with 12 years of experience. Currently a nurse at Metrocare HCS Group Homes and the Transitional Support team. Extensive experience in psychiatric units\, including emergency rooms\, inpatient\, extended observation\, community\, and outpatient settings. \nOverview: \n\nEducate on basic drug actions and potential side effects\, focusing on individuals with IDD who struggle to communicate symptoms and preferences.\nDiscuss common over-the-counter and psychiatric medications commonly used by IDD clients.\nExplore drug mechanisms\, side effects\, toxicities\, and dosing\, especially for IDD clients and the elderly.\nEquip professionals and caregivers to better manage medication needs\, improving care outcomes and quality of life for individuals with IDD.\n\nClick Here to Register! URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/www-metrocareservices-org-event/ CATEGORIES:Metrocare ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Pharmacology-Event-Slide.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20240701T210817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T210817Z UID:10000134-1721379600-1721390400@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Counseling LGBTQIA+ Individuals from a Trauma-informed Multiculturally Oriented Framework DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in improving your LGBTQIA+ competency? In this session\, counselors will improve their LGBTQIA+ knowledge\, including mental health risk factors\, social/political factors\, and barriers to care. Counselors will learn how to integrate the multicultural orientation framework to provide trauma-informed care to the LGBTQIA+ clients they serve. \nAt the end of this training session\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize varying sexual orientations and gender identities including historically used identity development models.\nUnderstand mental health risk factors\, social/political factors experienced among the LGBTQIA+ community\, and barriers to accessing mental health services.\nAnalyze the pillars of the multicultural orientation framework and trauma-informed care principles.\nIntegrate the multicultural orientation framework when applying trauma-informed care principles to counselors’ practice with the LGBTQIA+ individuals they serve.\n\nRegister Here! \nCost: $25 \nSeats are limited. Please ensure you are registered no later than Friday\, July 12th to secure your spot. \nPlease be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations\, refunds and confidentiality. \nContinuing Education Hours: \nLPCs Earn 3 CE (Continuing Education) hours\n \n  \n  \n  \n___________________________________________________________________ \nSpeaker: Erin Kaszynski\, PhD\, LPC \nAssociate Director of Clinical Education and Research \nAltshuler Center for Education and Research \nDr. Kaszynski is the Associate Director of Clinical Education and Research at ACER. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision with an emphasis in Multicultural Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. Dr. K has experience providing trauma-focused services to a diverse population across multiple counseling settings. Trauma-focused\, multiculturally responsive care is a theme in her professional training\, teaching as a professor\, and research in the counseling field. For more information on Dr. Kaszynski\, visit her on Linkedin. \n____________________________________________________________________ \nAgenda: \n8:45 am – 9:00 am Registration and Introductions \n9:00 am – 12:00 pm Counseling LGBTQIA+ Individuals from a Trauma-informed Multiculturally Oriented Framework \n12:00 pm – 12:10 pm Closing Remarks and Survey URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/counseling-lgbtqia-individuals-from-a-trauma-informed-multiculturally-oriented-framework/ LOCATION:1345 River Bend Dr\, Dallas\, TX\, USA\, 1345 River Bend Drive\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States CATEGORIES:Acer Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ACER-Event-Graphics.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20240528T212558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T182242Z UID:10000132-1719565200-1719576000@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Transitioning from “Conventional Counseling” to a Multiculturally Responsive Practice DESCRIPTION:Multicultural knowledge\, self-awareness\, and skill application are the foundation for implementing and engaging competently with a diverse client population (Sue et al.\, 2022). In this session\, we will review counseling multicultural competencies\, discuss the pillars of the Multicultural Orientation framework\, and how to apply multiculturally responsive perspectives and behaviors into your practice. \nLearning Objectives: \nBy the end of this presentation\, the participant will be able to \n\nUnderstand personal and professional counseling competencies that support working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.\nDiscuss the pillars of the Multicultural Orientation Framework\nAnalyze strategies for demonstrating a multiculturally responsive practice using the Multicultural Orientation Framework\nApply multiculturally responsive perspectives and behaviors to respective theory and practice with a diverse client population.\n\nREGISTER HERE \nCost: $25 \nSeats are limited. Please ensure you are registered no later than Friday\, June 21st to secure your spot. \nPlease be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations\, refunds and confidentiality. \nContinuing Education Hours: \nLPCs Earn 3 CE (Continuing Education) hours \n \n___________________________________________________________________ \nSpeaker: Erin Kaszynski\, PhD\, LPC \nAssociate Director of Clinical Education and Research \nAltshuler Center for Education and Research \nDr. Kaszynski is the Associate Director of Clinical Education and Research at ACER. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision with an emphasis in Multicultural Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. Dr. K has experience providing trauma-focused services to a diverse population across multiple counseling settings. Trauma-focused\, multiculturally responsive care is a theme in her professional training\, teaching as a professor\, and research in the counseling field. For more information on Dr. Kaszynski\, visit her on Linkedin. \n____________________________________________________________________ \nAgenda: \n8:45 am – 9:00 am Registration and Introductions \n9:00 am – 12:00 pm Transitioning from “Conventional Counseling” to a Multiculturally Responsive Practice \n12:00 pm – 12:10 pm Closing Remarks and Survey \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/transitioning-from-conventional-counseling-to-a-multiculturally-responsive-practice/ LOCATION:1345 River Bend Dr\, Dallas\, TX\, USA\, 1345 River Bend Drive\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States CATEGORIES:Acer Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/ACER-Event-Graphics.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20230104T203140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T160103Z UID:10000039-1675335600-1675342800@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Expanding My Path DESCRIPTION:Content is protected. URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/expanding-my-path/ LOCATION:Virtual Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T093000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20221012T204245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T201011Z UID:10000038-1668497400-1668504600@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Legislative Affairs Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Content is protected. URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/legislative-affairs-breakfast/ LOCATION:The Arts District Mansion\, 2101 Ross Ave\, Dallas\, TX\, 75201 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220804T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220804T170000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20220708T173806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T145817Z UID:10000035-1659600000-1659632400@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training August 4 For Veterans And Loved Ones DESCRIPTION:In honor of Veterans\, Metrocare is proud to offer Mental Health First Aid training this Summer for Veterans and loved ones.\n\n\n \n \n Mental Health First Aid (4)\n Fill out the following information to register. \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email\n \n Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nHere are other options for different days in other locations:\nHealthy North Texas Mental Health First Aid Classes \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-august-4/ LOCATION:Metrocare River Bend\, 1330 River Bend Dr.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/MHFA-Training-James-Aug-1-July-21-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T170000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20220708T173515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T145812Z UID:10000034-1659513600-1659546000@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training August 3 For LGBTQ+ And Loved Ones DESCRIPTION:In honor of Pride month\, Metrocare is proud to offer Mental Health First Aid training this Summer for LGBTQ+ and loved ones.\n\n \n \n Fill out the following information to register. \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email\n \n Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nHere are other options for different days in other locations:\nHealthy North Texas Mental Health First Aid Classes \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-august-3/ LOCATION:Metrocare River Bend\, 1330 River Bend Dr.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/MHFA-Training-James-July-29-20-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20220708T172207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T145743Z UID:10000033-1659081600-1659114000@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training July 29 For Veterans And Loved Ones DESCRIPTION:In honor of Veterans\, Metrocare is proud to offer Mental Health First Aid training this Summer for Veterans and loved ones.\n\n \n \n Fill out the following information 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this Summer for LGBTQ+ and loved ones.\n\n \n \n Fill out the following information to register. \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email\n \n Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nHere are other options for different days in other locations:\nHealthy North Texas Mental Health First Aid Classes \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training/ LOCATION:Virtual Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/MHFA-Training-Tanya-July-5-12-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220510T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220510T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20220308T184424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T211004Z UID:10000030-1652182200-1652182200@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Meal for the Minds With Dak Prescott DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 13th Annual Meal for the Minds Luncheon with Keynote Speaker Dak Prescott\nLearn More\nTuesday\, May 10\, 2022\nHilton Anatole\, Grand Ballroom\nProgram Begins: 11:30 a.m.\nVIP Reception to Follow: 1:00 p.m. \nSponsorships Sold Out. Donate Below\n\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Contact Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone*Email*\n \n OrchidCustom Donate AmountOrchid $40Donate Custom Amount\n \n Total Amount Due (Payable to Metrocare Services):\n \n Credit Card*\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n Month\n \n Month010203040506070809101112\n \n \n \n Year\n \n Year20262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039204020412042204320442045\n \n \n \n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/dak/ LOCATION:Hilton Anatole | Grand Ballroom\, 2201 N Stemmons Fwy\, Dallas\, TX\, 75207\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211010T113000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211010T160000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20211021T220121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T220140Z UID:10000024-1633865400-1633881600@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness with Metrocare at the State Fair of Texas DESCRIPTION:The State Fair of Texas is teaming up with Metrocare\, the largest provider of mental health services in Dallas County\, to host a Day of Mindfulness at the State Fair in celebration of World Mental Health Day – October 10. Continuing to live through a global pandemic has strained the mental health of our communities. With anxiety and depression rates up four-fold\, the State Fair of Texas and Metrocare recognized the importance of making mental wellbeing both accessible and top-of-mind for fairgoers. \nMindfulness with Metrocare at the State Fair of Texas will feature a series of mental health experts covering tips that can improve your mental wellness today as well as family-friendly mindfulness activities like meditation\, music therapy\, trap yoga\, and more. Licensed therapist\, author\, dynamic talk-show host\, and sought-after speaker\, Dr. Stacia’ Alexander will serve as the emcee for the day’s event. Visit us at the Fair for a chance to win a Peloton Bike! No purchase necessary. \nFIND US ON FACEBOOK! \nSchedule of Events\n\n\n\n11:30 AM\nLet’s Get Real about Mental Health\nDr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew\nV.P. of Community Affairs & Strategic Alliances\, State Fair of TexasTameka Y. Cass\nChief Development Officer\, Metrocare \nModerated By: Dr. Stacia’ Alexander\, Event Emcee\, Licensed Therapist\, Founder of Positive Influences\n\n\n12:00 PM\nExhale: Meditation Techniques to Cope with Everyday Challenges\nTate Ringer\nChief Strategy Officer\, Metrocare\n\n\n12:20 PM\nYoga Me Please!\nTaylor Jackson\nCertified Yoga Instructor & Mental Health Professional\, Metrocare\n\n\n12:50 PM\nBreathing Together: Box & Butterfly Breathing with your Child\nTanya Mac & Domingo Rodriguez\nMental Helath Trainers for Veterans & Military Families\, Metrocare\n\n\n1:30 PM\nWhy Mindfulness Matters: When Communities Differ\nEbony N. Smith\, aka “The Ghetto Guru”\nFounder\, Yoga N Da Hood\n\n\n2:00 PM\nTrap Star Yoga: State Fair Edition\nEbony N. Smith\, aka “The Ghetto Guru”\nFounder\, Yoga N Da Hood\n\n\n2:45 PM\nMusic\, Movement & Mindfulness for Kids and Families\nJim Newton\, Paul G. Hill & Maria Beltran\nTherapeutic Music Entertainers\, KidLinks\n\n\n3:15 PM\nWaking Up Whole: Women’s Fight for Mental Health\nDr. Stacia’ Alexander\nLicensed Therapist & Founder\,\nPositive Influences\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\nDr. Stacia’ Alexander\nFounder\, Positive Influences & Director of Paul Quinn Mental Health Clinic\nMindfulness with Metrocare Event Emcee\nDr. Stacia’ Alexander is an experienced life coach\, therapist\, trainer\, author\, talk show host\, consultant\, and sought-after speaker. A success strategist\, she focuses on mental health\, human development\, and corporate wellness. For nearly a quarter of a century\, Dr. Stacia’ has been the director of Positive Influences\, a privately held counseling agency with offices in Dallas and Ft. Worth. She is also the Mental Health Director of the on-campus counseling center providing services to the Paul Quinn College student body. \nA licensed professional counselor\, certified by the Texas Board of Professional Counselors\, she received a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology from Amberton University and a Doctor of Philosophy\, Clinical Psychology from Walden University. \nA member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority\, Dr. Stacia teaches anger management\, parenting\, and more\, gaining a 5-star rating. A wife\, mother\, and a Dallas native\, Dr. Stacia’ exudes a spirit of self-actualization and authenticity and spreads her love\, joy\, wit\, and healthy living wherever she goes. \nEbony N. Smith\nFounder\, Yoga N Da Hood\nA certified Trauma Informed Yoga Therapist\, Neuro Language Practitioner and Wellness Coach Ebony Smith\, a.k.a ‘The Ghetto Guru\,’ is the founder of Yoga N Da Hood\, a fast-growing nonprofit dedicated to making wellness accessible to EVERYONE. Specializing in translating what wellness and mindfulness looks like across cultures and socio-economic barriers\, Ebony has taught yoga and mindfulness at festivals\, conferences and events all around the world from Wanderlust\, Wellspring\, Bali Spirit Festival\, SXSW\, Essence Festival\, Adidas\, American Airlines\, to Walmart. She has shared her transformational story on platforms such as TEDX Oak Cliff\, at Harvard University\, Austin ISD\, Dallas ISD\, The Family Place\, Girls Inc\, United Way Dallas\, and on major networks like FOX\, Telemundo\, CBS\, and ABC. She has been featured in publications such as Yoga Journal\, The Dallas Morning News\, Focus Daily News\, Dallas Observer\, Black and Well magazine and countless other print and online platforms. \nOriginally from Dallas\, Ebony overcame a rocky and turbulent childhood and young adult life until she found yoga in her late twenties during her pregnancy. Wanting to have a natural birth\, Ebony started yoga and it was her “saving grace” and wake up call to begin a healing process her heart had been longing for. Discovering who she is and her potential to help those around her in under-resourced communities\, she founded her non-profit ‘Yoga N Da Hood’ where she offers free yoga and meditation classes as well as training to teachers\, parents\, and administrators on how to implement mindfulness in their own personal lives and in the lives of our youth. Ebony teaches people in underserved communities the art of self-healing and self-love through the practice of yoga and mindfulness with a mission to equip individuals with the tools to empower their own life. \nTameka Y. Cass\nChief Development Officer\, Metrocare\nTameka Y. Cass is currently the Chief Development Officer at Dallas nonprofit\, Metrocare Services\, the largest provider of mental health services in Dallas County. In her role\, Tameka is responsible for the fund development strategies to create and enact the framework for growing Metrocare’s philanthropic footprint through major gift fundraising\, corporate and foundation support\, and events. As an experienced fundraising professional with a demonstrated history (20+ years) of working in the nonprofit industry\, Tameka is skilled in strategic planning\, fund development\, relationship management\, capital campaigns\, event management\, grants management & compliance\, volunteer engagement\, board/advisory committee oversight\, team building\, and communications\, both internal and external. Tameka has a strong knowledge of Dallas’ nonprofit community and its key challenges. In her spare time\, Tameka enjoys spending time with her 11-year old son\, Jaxon. Additionally\, she proudly serves as the President of the Parent Student Association (PSA) Board at St. Philip’s School & Community Center\, Tameka is also the Vice President of External Affairs of the Dallas Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)\, a founding member of HERitage Giving Circle\, and is actively engaged with Power in Action – Dallas\, a collective unit of community leaders focused on removing systematic disparities impacting Dallas’ African American communities. Tameka holds a Master’s of Science in Human Relations & Business from Amberton University. \nTate Ringer\nChief Strategy Officer\, Metrocare\nTate Ringer has 20 years of executive experience in nonprofit management\, healthcare services and technology. As Chief Strategy Officer for Metrocare\, she oversees marketing\, philanthropy\, events\, volunteers\, community outreach\, public affairs\, business development and innovation\,  agency optimization\, and any external or internal cross-departmental initiatives. Her diverse background includes serving as CEO of LaunchAbility\, the fourth largest pediatric home care and Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) agency in Texas and a 30-year-old diversity hiring program that is still revolutionary to this day. There she implemented and expanded a diversity consulting practice for large companies to help them better integrate adults with disabilities into their workforce. She also led the organization through post-acquisition integration and through a transition due to legislative policy changes that significantly impacted the agency’s home health delivery model.  After working with the state to successfully transition the ECI program to multiple agencies to continue the mission in a more sustainable way\, Tate launched the Texas branch of Honor\, a $42M Series B funded Silicon Valley start-up in home care services for the elderly. At Honor\, she oversaw all Texas operations including business development and the hiring and training of staff as well as led an educational\, customer experience pilot with Walmart. Most recently\, she served as COO of a boot-strapped start-up bringing customized technology and consulting solutions to nonprofits. The common thread among Tate’s diverse experience is her commitment to operationalize visionary strategy in complex environments backed by sound analytics to manage risk. Tate has a servant leadership philosophy combined with an uncompromising determination to both meet bottom-line goals and support the people who are the backbone of the agency. \nJim Newton\nFounder\, Therapeutic Music Entertainer\, KidLinks\nJim brings to KidLinks a wealth of musical experience and has worked with others to create a new discipline\, Therapeutic Music Entertainment\, while bringing the transforming and healing power of music into children’s hospitals and other special care settings. Jim holds a BA in Philosophy and a Master’s in Theology\, and has trained and served as a hospital chaplain. Jim\, along with Paul G. Hill\, has been perfecting this craft for over thirty-five years through songwriting and recording\, direct services\, TME training and community outreach. \nPaul G. Hill\nSenior Producer\, Therapeutic Music Entertainer\, KidLinks\nPaul G. Hill is the Senior Producer for KidLinks and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Theory and Composition. Prior to serving in this leadership role\, Paul was the Senior Producer for Hugworks. A Grammy-nominated\, award-winning songwriter and arranger\, Paul has been active in the music industry for more than 40 years. His extraordinary musical and songwriting skills and his caring heart\, provide much of the creative talent for the songs featured on KidLinks. \nMaria Beltran\nTherapeutic Music Entertainer\, KidLinks\nMaria graduated from Texas Women’s University with a Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy and is in the process of becoming a board-certified music therapist. She completed her music therapy internship in Richardson ISD where she worked with students in the special education program. Maria is fluent in both Spanish and English and would like to use her skills to help reach Spanish-speaking communities that are interested in learning more about the positive power of music. \nTanya Mac\nDirector of Outreach & Mental Health Trainer\, Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Metrocare\nTanya Mac is the outreach director at the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic\, Marine spouse\, and dedicated mother\, pursuing a Masters Degree from University of Oklahoma in Strategic Communications.  Prior to joining the clinic\, Tanya gained extensive experience and expertise in therapeutic art for adults\, children and families through her company\, TMAC Arts. Tanya is a passionate mental health advocate\, who is trained in ASSIST\, Talk Saves Lives\, SAVE and AS+K\, as well as facilitates Mental Health First Aid\, and other suicide prevention workshops. Tanya also provides access to groups available to active military\, Veterans and Veteran spouses throughout the DFW area. \nDomingo Rodriguez\nMilitary Veteran Peer Network (MPVN) Lead & Mental Health Trainer\, Metrocare\nDomingo Rodriguez is the Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) Peer Service Coordinator for Metrocare Services of Dallas County. He is a 20-year retired Navy OIF/OEF Veteran. He has a passion to serve and it is that passion for those in need\, that led him from uniformed service to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management from the University of North Texas. While at UNT he became actively involved with the Student Veterans Association and this was the impetus for his familiarization with local area Veterans organizations. It was these relationships that allowed him to give advice to fellow Veterans and family members that set him on a course toward working exclusively with the Service Member\, Veteran and Family (SMVF) community of North Texas. As a Board member of the Veterans Coalition of Tarrant County and of the Poetry Society of Texas he has allowed his passion for service to help grow and inspire others in their passions. As a PHSS Instructor with the American Red Cross\, Past Fellow at The Mission Continues\, and current active member of Team Rubicon\, he has served on many disaster and humanitarian relief efforts and continues to give to his community whenever possible. Through MVPN and StopOne.Info he is a dedicated instructor who has taught hundreds and constantly reaches out to the community to teach about Military Culture\, Suicide Prevention\, Moral Injury\, Trauma Affected Veterans interacting with  Law Enforcement and Counseling on Access to Lethal Means. \nTaylor Jackson\nQualified Mental Health Professional\, Metrocare\nTaylor Jackson has been apart of the Metrocare family since October 2020 & has been in the mental health profession for five years. Prior to joining Metrocare\, Taylor worked as a Transcrainial Magnetic Stimulation technician at a psychiatric clinic for two years. Additionally\, she has provided ‘Community Living Support’ as a mentor for juveniles and children that undergo mental illnesses. In her free time\, she volunteers at a non-profit hospice company and an Equine Haven to promote autism awareness. Aspiring to combine her passion for wellness and helping her clients become the best versions of themselves\, Taylor decided to become a certified yoga instructor in January 2020 with the RYT 200 hour licensure through YogaSport. Taylor began practicing yoga in 2016 and is now a privately hired instructor. \nBuy Tickets to the State Fair\nFREE ADMISSION to the event with a State Fair Ticket!\nPurchase your State Fair Ticket here. \nInterested in Volunteering?\nPlease contact Tameka Y. Cass at 214-743-1220 or tameka.cass@metrocareservices.org. \nEvent Location\nThe State Fair of Texas\nBriscoe Livestock Center\n2nd Floor\n1403 Washington St\, Dallas\, TX 75210 URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/mindfulness-with-metrocare-at-the-state-fair-of-texas/ LOCATION:State Fair Of Texas\, Briscoe Livestock Center\, 2nd Floor\, Dallas\, TX\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/metrocare-mindfulness-social-FB-eventDRAFT.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210729T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210729T154500 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20211021T220407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T220620Z UID:10000025-1627570800-1627573500@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Stand Strong Virtual Conference - Metrocare Session! DESCRIPTION:Stand Strong Virtual Conference – Metrocare Session!\nJuly 29\, 2021\nIn celebration of Early Intervention Day\, The Warren Center is pleased to host the 2021 Strong Start Virtual Conference! The event offers practical tips to overcoming challenges faced by parents of children with special needs. \nDuring the conference\, Early Childhood Intervention clinicians at Metrocare will be hosting a session on handling Transitions\, Travel\, and Tantrums. You won’t want to miss it.\nThursday\, July 29\, 2021\n3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.\nRegister: thewarrencenter.org/strongstart URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/stand-strong-virtual-conference-metrocare-session/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/ENGLISH-DOUBLE-Transitions-Travel-and-Tantrums-Oh-MY-–-Help-for-you-Peace-for-your-child.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210630T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210630T133000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20211021T220555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T220555Z UID:10000026-1625056200-1625059800@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Acompañe a la Dra. Elba Garcia\, Comisionada del Condado de Dallas DESCRIPTION:June 30\, 2021\nAcompañe a la Dra. Elba Garcia\, Comisionada del Condado de Dallas a una junta virtual sobre los planes de Metrocare en la comunidad. \nConozca los planes de Metrocare para el nuevo Centro de Innovación en Salud Mental\nubicado en Oak Cliff. \nConozca los servicios que ofrece Metrocare para niños\, adolescentes\, adultos y familias. \nComparta con nosotros las necesidades de  servicios de salud mental en su comunidad. \nEvent Location\nMiércoles 30 de Junio del 2021\n12:30 – 1:30 PM \nFacebook Noticias 23: @univision23dfw\nWebsite:  univisiondfw.com \n  URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/acompane-a-la-dra-elba-garcia-comisionada-del-condado-de-dallas/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/CON_MENTE_SANA_SY_LOGO_1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210513T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210513T133000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20211021T220738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T220738Z UID:10000027-1620907200-1620912600@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Community Envisioning Meeting DESCRIPTION:Metrocare and Councilman Casey Thomas invite you to a Community Envisioning Meeting \nCome see the exciting plans for Metrocare’s Behavioral Health Innovation Center at Westmoreland. \nHear about Metrocare’s services for youth\, adults\, and families. \nGive your feedback on the needs for your community. \nEvent Location\nTHURSDAY\, MAY 13\n12:00 – 1:30 PM\nHTTPS://ZOOM.US/J/96871566596 URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/community-envisioning-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Series-4-4_31-Photo-EDITED-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210331T233000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210331T233000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20211021T220951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T153032Z UID:10000028-1617233400-1617233400@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Community Envisioning Meeting 2 DESCRIPTION:Grand Prairie Mental Health Clinic Ceremonial Grand Opening!\nMarch 31\, 2021\nVirtual Ribbon Cutting & Clinic Tour \nJoin Metrocare’s Board Chairman Terry James and keynote speaker Grand Prairie Mayor Pro Tem Jorja Clemson for a ceremonial ribbon cutting and virtual clinic tour of our new\, state-of-the-art Mental Health Clinic\, opening in Grand Prairie. The event will be held virtually via zoom and streamed live on Metrocare’s facebook page. Clinic will open its doors to patients on Monday\, April 5\, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. \nLivestreamed on Metrocare’s Facebook. View here!\nFor Media Attendance: Contact Tameka Cass for direct link. \n11:30 AM\nCeremonial Grand Opening\nGrand Prairie Mayor Pro Tem Jorja Clemson\nMetrocare Board Chairman Terry James ​ \n11:45 AM\nRibbon Cutting & Live Clinic Tour\nMetrocare Chief Clinical Officer Kelli Laos\nMetrocare Director of Facilities Kevin Boyd \nContact\nChief Development Officer Tameka Y. Cass at tameka.cass@metrocareservices.org URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/community-envisioning-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Metrocare River Bend\, 1330 River Bend Dr.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Grand-Opening-_-Grand-Prairie-Invite2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201111T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201111T093000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20211021T221132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T221132Z UID:10000029-1605083400-1605087000@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:2020 Legislative Affairs Breakfast DESCRIPTION:2020 Legislative Affairs Breakfast\nNovember 11\, 2020\nREGISTER NOW! \n8:15 – 8:30 AM\nVirtual Networking \n8:30 – 9:30 AM\nFireside Chat with Keynote Legislators \nRegister by October 30\, 2020\nJoin Metrocare’s CEO Dr. John Burruss for a virtual fireside chat with powerful mental health leaders. The Honorable Four Price\, Chair of the House Calendars Committee\, and The Honorable Toni Rose\, Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Articles VI\, VII & VIII\, to discuss the state of behavioral health and the impact the 87th Texas Legislative Session could have on the healthcare community as a whole. \nContact\nDirector of Public Affairs Christina Collins at christina.collins@metrocareservices.org \nSpeaker: The Honorable Four Price (Amarillo\, TX)\nChairman\, House Calendars Committee\, Texas House of Representatives \nState Representative Four Price\, a fourth generation Texan from Amarillo\, has the privilege of advocating for constituents residing in five Texas Panhandle counties – Carson\, Hutchinson\, Moore\, Potter and Sherman – and in 2018\, was re-elected to his fifth term. \nIn January 2019\, Representative Price was appointed to chair the House Calendars Committee\, which is responsible for determining which items of proposed legislation are scheduled for debate in the Texas House Chamber. Price also serves as a member of the House Natural Resources Committee\, the House Public Health Committee\, and the House Redistricting Committee. He continues to co-chair the Health and Human Services Transition Legislative Oversight Committee and was recently appointed to serve on the House Select Committee on Mass Violence Prevention and Community Safety. \nRegarding behavioral health policy\, he chaired the House Select Committee on Mental Health (2015-2016) and the House Select Committee on Opioids and Substance Abuse (2017-2018). Price has authored and passed into law several bills pertaining to mental health\, suicide prevention and substance use disorders\, including HB 10 (85R)\, HB 13 (85R)\, HB 18 (86R)\, HB 19 (86R)\, and HB 2454 (86R)\, HB 601 (86R)\, HB 1063 (86R) and HB 3345 (86R). Recently\, Price was presented with a 2020 Legislative Champion Award by Mental Health America. Price and his staff have been recognized for their work by several organizations including the Texas Association of City & County Health Officials\, NAMI Texas\, the Texas Suicide Prevention Council\, Association of Substance Abuse Programs\, Texas Hospital Association\, and the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute. \nRepresentative Price and his wife\, Karen\, are the proud parents of four adult children. The Price’s reside in Amarillo. \nSpeaker: The Honorable Toni Rose (Dallas\, TX)\nChairman\, House Appropriations Subcommittee on Articles VI\, VII\, & VIII\, Texas House of Representatives \nState Representative Toni Rose is currently serving her fourth term in the Texas House of Representatives\, representing District 110 which includes the diverse communities of Oak Cliff\, Highland Hills\, Pleasant Grove\, Balch Springs and Mesquite. Born and raised in Dallas\, Representative Rose developed a passion for civic engagement at an early age which mirrors her work in mental health\, social justice and criminal justice. Representative Rose obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Paul Quinn College. \nRepresentative Rose’s passion continued during her tenure in the Texas Legislature where her legislative focus includes mental health reform\, access to affordable healthcare\, improving the quality of life for our aging population and underserved communities. \nRepresentative Rose serves as Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Articles VI\, VII & VIII. As Sub-Committee Chair\, Representative Rose leads budget considerations on issues of Natural Resources\, Business & Economic Development and Business Regulation. Representative Rose also serves as Chair of the Aging Committee and as a member of the powerful House Committee on Calendars as well as House Committees on Human Services and Redistricting. According to Capitol Inside\, Representative Rose ranks the 14th most powerful member of the Texas House of Representatives. \nRepresentative Rose has also received several distinctions for her advocacy of mental health issues\, including awards from Mental Health America of Greater Dallas and NAMI Dallas Advocate of the Year. She holds numerous leadership positions\, such as 2nd Vice Chair of the Texas House Democratic Caucus\, Women in Government State Director\, and Executive Committee Member for the National Black Caucus of State Legislators and the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative Women. \nModerator: Dr. John W. Burruss\nChief Executive Officer\, Metrocare Services \nDr. John Burruss is the Chief Executive Officer of Metrocare Services\, Dallas County’s provider for Mental Healthcare and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities and one of the largest across the country. With an annual budget of over $100 million and a 50-year history\, Metrocare serves 60\,000 unduplicated patients each year with a staff of 850 employees. From mental health care for adults and children to co-occurring substance abuse treatment\, intensive clinical services\, and accessible pharmacies\, Metrocare breaks down barriers to quality health care through a vast array of supports\, including wrap-around case management\, housing\, and re-entry services. \nUnder Dr. Burruss’ leadership\, Metrocare has sustained agency-wide financial growth and service expansion. He has stewarded over 98 local and statewide partnership and led the agency towards an increasingly integrated approach to care since joining Metrocare in 2013. During his tenure\, Metrocare has achieved nationally recognized CARF accreditation and most recently CCBHC (Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic) status\, the gold-standard of behavioral health care. \nPrior to Metrocare\, Dr. Burruss was Executive Medical Director for Affiliates at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston where he managed the Affiliated Medical Services of Baylor and the University of Texas Health Science Center\, the largest physician practice in the State of Texas. Dr. Burruss was the youngest Dean ever appointed at Baylor when he became Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs in 2005. Subsequently\, he served as Chief Medical Officer for Baylor from 2009-2010. Throughout that time\, Dr. Burruss was a practicing psychiatrist on the medical staff at Ben Taub Hospital where he was Chief of Psychiatry from 2002 to 2008. \nDr. Burruss earned his MD and completed a psychiatric residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston after a bachelors in Biochemistry from The University of Texas at Austin. He has also trained at the University of Cincinnati School of Medicine and the Harvard School of Public Health.  He is a Professor of Psychiatry at UT Southwestern\, Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and a member of the American College of Psychiatrists. URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/2020-legislative-affairs-breakfast/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Metrocare-Legislative-Breakfast-FLYER-100920.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201110T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201110T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20201110T225623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T215815Z UID:10000023-1605031200-1605038400@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:Intellectual & Developmental Disability Planning Network Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION:November 10\, 2020\nIntellectual & Developmental Disability Planning Network Advisory Committee Meeting \nMetrocare Services is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Metrocare Services November 10 Intellectual & Developmental Disability Planning Network Advisory Committee Meeting​\nTime: 6:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/8269654973 \nMeeting ID: 826 965 4973\nPassword: 607185 \nDial by your location\n+1 213 338 8477 US (Los Angeles)\n+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)\n+1 301 715 8592 US\n+1 470 250 9358 US (Atlanta)\n+1 253 215 8782 US\n+1 267 831 0333 US\n877 853 5257 US Toll-free\n888 475 4499 US Toll-free \nAgenda Attached. \nBack to Events URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/intellectual-developmental-disability-planning-network-advisory-committee/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191021T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191021T133000 DTSTAMP:20260509T083056 CREATED:20191011T213055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T123343Z UID:10000022-1571655600-1571664600@www.metrocareservices.org SUMMARY:2019 Meal for the Minds Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Silent Auction begins at 11:00 a.m.\nLunch Program begins at 11:30 a.m. \nMara Wilson\nMara Wilson\, best known for her childhood roles in Mrs. Doubtfire and Matilda\, is a writer and actor living in Los Angeles. Mara was diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder at an early age and has written extensively about her experience\, most notably in her memoir Where Am I Now?: True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame. Mara is actively involved in mental health awareness initiatives and has lent her voice to organizations such as Project UROK and Okay to Say. She continues to speak openly about her own mental health and works to challenge stigma as a public figure. \nPlease join us at our Meal for the Minds luncheon on October 11th to hear Mara Wilson break the silence\, fight the stigma and change minds. We are honored to share this opportunity with you. \nSponsorships & Ticket Information\nPurchase sponsorships and tickets online now! For sponsorship and individual ticket inquiries\, please contact Tameka Y. Cass at 214-743-1220or events@metrocareservices.org. \nThank you to our 2019 Sponsors!\nChampion Sponsor\nDeedie Rose \nAdvocate Sponsor\nThe Rosewood Corporation \nSupporter Sponsors\nDisability Action Center\nOkay to Say™\nParkland Health & Hospital System\nSheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton\, LLP\nSolender/Hall\, Inc.\nUMB Bank\nVincent Serafino Geary Waddell Jenevein\, P.C. \nPartner Sponsors\nTammi Abney\nAmeriHealth Caritas Texas\nRich Buckley\nBurruss Law PLLC\nJane Burruss\, Ph.D.\, J.D.\nG.L. Seaman & Company\nThe Geisler Family\nISC Group\nMorgan & Weisbrod\, LLP\nNorth Central Surgical Center Hospital\nSouthern Area Behavioral Healthcare\nSunovion Pharmaceuticals\nt. howard and associates architects\, inc.\nKenneth and Linda Thompson\nUT Southwestern Medical Center/Southwestern Medical Foundation \nEvent Location\nThe Hilton Anatole\n2201 N. Stemmons Fwy\, Dallas\, TX 75207\nComplimentary valet URL:https://www.metrocareservices.org/event/2019-meal-for-the-minds-luncheon/ LOCATION:Hilton Anatole | Imperial Ballroom\, 2201 N. Stemmons Freeway\, Dallas\, TX\, 75207 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.metrocareservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_63807493_164167273637_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR