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SUMMARY:MATCOE Final Community Partner Learning Collaborative of the Year
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to our final learning collaborative of the year! Join us on December 3\, 2024 for a unique opportunity to have your most essential questions answered by a panel of professionals\, in the field of addiction\, mental health\, and homelessness. \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am at 185 South Orange Avenue\, MSB B-515\, Rose Gellene room\, Newark NJ for a hot breakfast before we kick off the session at 9 am. \nWe look forward to a productive and engaging morning with you all. \nTo register\, click here. \nFor more information and to register\, simply scan the QR code below or email coe@njms.rutgers.edu and feel free to share with others who may be interested. See you then!
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/matcoe-final-community-partner-learning-collaborative-of-the-year/
LOCATION:185 South Orange Ave\, 185 South Orange Ave\, Newark\, NJ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
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SUMMARY:Rutgers Psychiatry Grand Rounds - Featuring Gary Aston Jones\, PhD\, "Role of the Brain orexin System in Addiction after Prescription Opioids"
DESCRIPTION:The Rutgers Department of Psychiatry is pleased to invite you join to us for our Grand Rounds Session on Tuesday\, December 3\, 2024 @ 11AM. \nMeeting URL: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/96856675957?pwd=IJbP9ufV9wvxPzCT4NFMazYimfZah5.1\nMeeting ID: 968 5667 5957\nPassword: 710148
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-psychiatry-grand-rounds-featuring-gary-aston-jones-phd-role-of-the-brain-orexin-system-in-addiction-after-prescription-opioids/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
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UID:8512-1733227200-1733230800@www.addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:NIAAA Webinar: How Does Alcohol Impact the Lives of Older Adults – And What Can We Do About It?
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) for an informative and interactive free webinar: How Does Alcohol Impact the Lives of Older Adults – And What Can We Do About It? \nAs the population of older adults 65 and above expands rapidly\, so do the rates of alcohol use and misuse among people within this age group. The body changes as we age\, and these changes render people more susceptible to some of the harms that stem from alcohol use. While the percentage of people ages 65+ who consume alcohol each month increased by 16% between 2002-2019\, due to the size of the aging Baby Boomer cohort\, the actual number of drinkers in that age group increased 80% during that time. These data highlight the need for early intervention and a broad discussion on what we can do to prevent further upward trends. \nThis webinar will feature three presentations: \n• Trends in Alcohol Use Among Older Adults\nKatherine Keyes\, Ph.D.\, Columbia University \n• What are the Impacts of Alcohol Use in Older Adults?\nSara Jo Nixon\, Ph.D.\, University of Florida \n• What Can We Do About It?\nCynthia Campbell\, Ph.D.\, Kaiser Permanente Northern California\nDerek Satre\, Ph.D.\, University of California\, San Francisco \nPlease note – a Q and A session will follow the three presentations. \nTo join this free webinar\, please send an RSVP by Monday\, November 25\, 2024\, to dana.west@icf.com. \nNIH Videocast will present the webinar at https://videocast.nih.gov/watch=55237.
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/niaaa-webinar-how-does-alcohol-impact-the-lives-of-older-adults-and-what-can-we-do-about-it/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
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SUMMARY:RU Communicating Science: Media Strategies for Rutgers Researchers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the RARC Science Communication Workgroup\, led by Jessica Hamilton\, Grace Wetzel\, and Lauren Harnedy\, this engaging hybrid event will equip researchers with tools and strategies to effectively communicate their work to the public. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to amplify your research and connect with a broader audience through strategic communication! \nTo register for this event\, CLICK HERE.\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://rutgers.zoom.us/j/92493132243?pwd=vgQcshhaEsi49crDjOMl0nMuGp4D3z.1 \nMeeting ID: 924 9313 2243\nPassword: 849070 \n 
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/ru-communicating-science-media-strategies-for-rutgers-researchers/
LOCATION:Hybrid Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Rutgers Addiction Research Center":MAILTO:rarc@bhi.rutgers.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T120000
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SUMMARY:Opioid Use Disorder and Treatment Physician and Staff Training - "Tranq": Xylazine Contamination of the Drug Supply
DESCRIPTION:Registration: CLICK HERE \n 
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/opioid-use-disorder-and-treatment-physician-and-staff-training-tranq-xylazine-contamination-of-the-drug-supply/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T140000
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SUMMARY:Care and Concern Interventions to Address Substance Use and Mental Health in Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:As we think about the impact of substance use and mental health within rural communities\, a key component is accessing the resources available. In this webinar\, we will discuss potential interventions that can be implemented or strengthened within rural communities. This workshop will focus on how providers and community members can develop collaborative networks to support members of their community who may be facing substance use and mental health challenges in their daily lives. We will also discuss potential prevention methods to be introduced within community spaces to reduce the impact of substance use on individuals and families\, and increase engagement in mental health care. \nPresenter: Dr. Delores Blackwell\, LCSW\, is a multijurisdictional licensed clinical social worker. She has held numerous administrative and clinical positions within both the addictions and mental health disciplines. She is an adjunct professor at both Touro College and Hunter College Silberman Schools of Social Work. In conjunction with her numerous roles\, she also conducts and develops trainings for mental health and addictions professionals in both direct practice and leadership positions. She is currently a Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University Medical Center\, where she works with the Opioid Response Network and Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center within the Northeast and Caribbean (HHS Region 2).
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/care-and-concern-interventions-to-address-substance-use-and-mental-health-in-rural-communities/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T110000
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SUMMARY:The Opioid Crisis: Where We Stand as 2024 Concludes"
DESCRIPTION:Registration: CLICK HERE \nAt the conclusion of this presentation\, the learner should be better able to:\no Describe the prescription drug and opioid epidemic in their community\no Recognize the scope of the opioid epidemic through data on drug seizures\, overdose deaths\, naloxone administrations and other measures\no Work with their care team to address the epidemic of opioid addiction and the rising levels of misuse and deaths by recognizing the impact of diversion\, harm reduction\, and knowing signs and symptoms \nPanelists: \nLewis S. Nelson is Professor and Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and Chief of the Division of Medical Toxicology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School\, in Newark\, NJ. He is board certified in emergency medicine\, medical toxicology\, and addiction medicine. Dr. Nelson serves as a long-standing consultant to the CDC\, DHS\, and FDA and works closely with several professional organizations addressing the medical and social consequences of substance use. His areas of interest include non-opioid pain relief strategies\, opioid overdose and management\, addiction and withdrawal management\, and health policy focused on issues related to medication safety and substance use. \nNew Jersey State Police Captain Jason Piotrowski embarked on his law enforcement career in 1995\, starting as a local police officer before joining the New Jersey State Police in 2001. Commencing as a general duty road trooper\, he was later selected as an inaugural member of the state fusion center in 2006. From 2014 to 2023\, Jason played a pivotal role in the development and leadership of the New Jersey Drug Monitoring Initiative\, focusing on data collection\, analysis\, intelligence production\, and comprehensive training and outreach efforts. Currently\, he serves as the Executive Officer in the Forensic and Technical Services Section. In addition to his law enforcement duties\, Captain Piotrowski is a Bloomberg American Health Initiative Fellow and an MPH Candidate at Johns Hopkins University.
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/the-opioid-crisis-where-we-stand-as-2024-concludes/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
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UID:8748-1734357600-1734364800@www.addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Overdose Safety Planning in Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:A significant challenge facing rural community members is how to work with those who are struggling with opioid use and other substance use while effectively intervening to reduce the risks associated with overdose. Safety planning is an important aspect of overdose prevention. In keeping with harm reduction principles\, this webinar will explore best practices for overdose prevention so that community members feel more empowered to conduct safety planning with those individuals at risk. \nPresenter: Dr. Delores Blackwell\, LCSW\, is a multijurisdictional licensed clinical social worker. She has held numerous administrative and clinical positions within both the addictions and mental health disciplines. She is an adjunct professor at both Touro College and Hunter College Silberman Schools of Social Work. In conjunction with her numerous roles\, she also conducts and develops trainings for mental health and addictions professionals in both direct practice and leadership positions. She is currently a Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University Medical Center\, where she works with the Opioid Response Network and Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center within the Northeast and Caribbean (HHS Region 2).
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/overdose-safety-planning-in-rural-communities/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
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UID:8750-1734427800-1734435000@www.addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:The Caring Connection: Trauma-Informed Care and Recovery Planning (in Rural Settings)
DESCRIPTION:Many providers and agencies in rural communities are familiar with the core components of both Trauma-Informed Care and Recovery Planning but may not be familiar with the preparation necessary to provide trauma-informed recovery planning in collaboration with their clients. While working with clients to both plan for their recovery and address challenges to their recovery\, trauma in its many forms has a role to play as a part of this planning. This workshop will lean into providers and caregivers identifying and recognizing the role and impact of trauma on recovery planning and how to work with clients to identify when trauma activation may impact their recovery plan This workshop will review the core components of trauma-informed care and lean into how to work with clients to identify how and when trauma impacts during their recovery journey. \nPresenter: Dr. Delores Blackwell\, LCSW\, is a multijurisdictional licensed clinical social worker. She has held numerous administrative and clinical positions within both the addictions and mental health disciplines. She is an adjunct professor at both Touro College and Hunter College Silberman Schools of Social Work. In conjunction with her numerous roles\, she also conducts and develops trainings for mental health and addictions professionals in both direct practice and leadership positions. She is currently a Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University Medical Center\, where she works with the Opioid Response Network and Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center within the Northeast and Caribbean (HHS Region 2).
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/the-caring-connection-trauma-informed-care-and-recovery-planning-in-rural-settings/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T110000
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UID:8782-1734433200-1734436800@www.addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Rutgers Psychiatry Grand Rounds with Carolyn E. Sartor\, Ph.D\, - "Investigating Variation Across Racial/Ethnic Groups in Substance Use Development: One Researcher's Evolving Health Disparities Lens"
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Meeting: https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/96856675957?pwd=IJbP9ufV9wvxPzCT4NFMazYimfZah5.1 \nMeeting ID: 968 5667 5957 \nPassword: 10148
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-psychiatry-grand-rounds-with-carolyn-e-sartor-ph-d-investigating-variation-across-racial-ethnic-groups-in-substance-use-development-one-researchers-evolving-health-disparities-lens/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
CREATED:20241206T150541Z
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UID:8752-1734530400-1734534000@www.addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Responsive Care: The Experiences of Women and Children along the Care Continuum in Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:As the number of individuals who are challenged by substance use and mental health continue to be on the rise\, we are at a crossroads when it comes to the care of women and their children. While the number of programs who offer specific services to women and their children are increasing across the state\, there continues to be need for more gender-responsive programming in substance use and mental health programs to address the unique needs of women and their children. This challenge is even more significant in rural communities where there are significant barriers to service accessibility. This workshop will lean into specific challenges as they relate to women impacted by both substance use and mental health concerns and the impact on children in their care. \nPresenter: Dr. Delores Blackwell\, LCSW\, is a multijurisdictional licensed clinical social worker. She has held numerous administrative and clinical positions within both the addictions and mental health disciplines. She is an adjunct professor at both Touro College and Hunter College Silberman Schools of Social Work. In conjunction with her numerous roles\, she also conducts and develops trainings for mental health and addictions professionals in both direct practice and leadership positions. She is currently a Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University Medical Center\, where she works with the Opioid Response Network and Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Center within the Northeast and Caribbean (HHS Region 2).
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/responsive-care-the-experiences-of-women-and-children-along-the-care-continuum-in-rural-communities/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
CREATED:20241206T132029Z
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UID:8725-1734609600-1734613200@www.addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Resources for Researchers through the CTSA Trial Innovation Network
DESCRIPTION:Resources through the CTSA Trial Innovation Network (TIN) are available to Rutgers clinical researchers through NJ ACTS\, our Clinical and Translational Science award (CTSA).  Daniel Ford\, MD\, MPH from Johns Hopkins University and Dixie Thompson\, BSN\, RN from the University of Utah will be joining us to discuss resources for conducting multi-center trials through the TIN as well other resources for study teams.  This session will be particularly valuable for any Rutgers investigator who is contemplating conducting a multi-center trial with Rutgers as the coordinating site but will also be helpful for any investigator or study team member. \nRegistration: CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/resources-for-researchers-through-the-ctsa-trial-innovation-network/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T091026
CREATED:20241210T180437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T180437Z
UID:8761-1734681600-1734714000@www.addiction.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:NJPN Professional Development Day
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to our next virtual Professional Development Day on December 20\, 2024 hosted by NJPN. Take the first step in advancing your career by signing up for a personalized session designed to explore career options that align with your goals! \n Available Virtual Sessions on December 20: \nPrevention: Schedule Here \nClinical Training (LCADC/CADC): Schedule Here \nPeer Recovery Support: Schedule Here \nOnce you schedule an appointment\, you will experience a tailored service that includes: \n\nPersonalized Evaluation: We will review any training programs you’re interested in pursuing\, such as CPS\, CADC\, LCADC\, CDA\, CPRS\, or NCPRSS\, to help you identify the right path forward.\nComprehensive Review: Our team will evaluate any NJPN coursework you’ve completed\, ensuring your past achievements are recognized and can guide your next steps.\nNew Opportunities: Explore fresh training avenues and certification possibilities to unlock exciting professional growth and success.\n\nThis event is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your career and take advantage of free services designed to help you succeed. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nIndividualized Services: Receive career exploration support\, training guidance\, and advice tailored to your goals.\nExclusive Sessions Available: Sign up for a one-on-one\, 30-minute virtual session to explore career options in your field.
URL:https://www.addiction.rutgers.edu/event/njpn-professional-development-day/
LOCATION:New Jersey Prevention Network
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