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6191250533400 Recipient of the Greater Nashua Mental Health Center Leadership Award 20120533400H.E.A.R.T.S. (Hope, Empowerment, Advocacy, Recovery, Towards, Support)Peer Support Center and Crisis Respite Center of Greater Nashua Region VIP.O. Box 15645 Pine Street Extension, Suite 1GNashua, NH 03060An Adult Educational and Wellness CenterPhone (603) 882-8400-201930349885H.E.A.R.T.S. NEWSLETTER AND SCHEDULE FOR APRIL 201700H.E.A.R.T.S. NEWSLETTER AND SCHEDULE FOR APRIL 2017-201930288925 00 Fax (603) 882-8700 The Members Monthly NewsletterHours: 8am – 4pm Monday-FridaySaturday 8 am – 12 pmE-Mail kenl-hearts@ E-Mail tomd-hearts@comcast.neet Web Site 3825240825500144780825500041376600Front of Center & Member00Front of Center & MemberH.E.A.R.T.S. Warm Line is available seven nights a week 5 pm to 10 pm 1-800-306-4334 New Hampshire Suicide Hotline 1-800-852-3388 (NH only) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 (press 1 for Veterans)New Hampshire Statewide Addiction Crisis Line 1-844-711-4357New Hampshire Community Resources (dial) 211-1-H.E.A.R.T.S. Mission StatementOur mission, as peers, is to support one another as people who are challenged by the daily effects of living with, coping with, and recovering from mental health issues. Everyone will be encouraged to develop relationships that will enable and empower each other’s worldview. In addition, our aim is to develop greater awareness of personal and relational patterns, to support and challenge each other through peer support, self-advocacy, empowerment, and education. Our ultimate goal is to achieve recovery and ongoing wellness. WHAT’S INSIDE!H.E.A.R.T.S. and Warm Line Information----------------------------------------------------Mission Statement, What’s Inside and H.E.A.R.T.S. Board of Directors-----------------Free Activities in Your Area---------------------------------------------------------------------Members’ Page (trivia questions, poetry, happy birthday)----------------------------------Educational Group and Consumer Information------------------------------------------------Consumer Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------Consumer Information and Senior Centers Information--------------------------------------Monthly Schedules, daily groups, activities and trivia answers! --------------------------New coloring section! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------"I love deadlines. I like the whooshing sound they make as they fly by." Douglas AdamsPage 1Page 2Page 3Page 4Page 5Page 6Page 7 Page 8 & 9 Page 9 H.E.A.R.T.S. Board of Directors Executive Committee: Directors: Members Representative: Tim Lopez: President Sue Jordan Nick Perricone Stacie Laughton: Vice President Christine Graham Claire Peddle: Treasurer Scott Wellman Leanne Enos: Secretary Pat Worsley The Board of Directors meets the third Thursday of the month, from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM. This is your opportunity to have a voice in your center. You can also serve on the board!While the Board of Directors is your voice in your center the Consumer Council is your voice to the State. The Consumer Council meets every third Tuesday of the month in Concord from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM. Transportation will be provided. Please see staff to sign up to attend.For those of you those are unable to attend the Council meeting in person the council starting a conference call to each center so that everyone who wants to attend can do so without leaving their center. -2--201930135890FREE ACTIVITIES IN YOUR AREANashua Public Library Free Activities ??? 00FREE ACTIVITIES IN YOUR AREANashua Public Library Free Activities ??? 381057150 April 3, 2017 10:00 am to 7:00 pm AARP Tax Aide AARP Tax-Aide assistance is available at the library from February 1 - April 14?? Mondays and Wednesdays: 10 am - 7 pm (you must arrive by 6 pm to receive assistance)???Fridays: 10 am - 2 pm (you must arrive by 1 pm to receive assistance)??Appointments are available but not required. You can make an appointment by dialing 2-1-1 or going to ndts.. Click these links to find out; ? what documents to bring???? locations and hours of local tax assistance sites?????which documents can and cannot be prepared???? who is eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit For more information dial 2-1-1. Location: Stearns Room April 9, 2017 1:00 PM ?-? 4:00 PM Bicycle Repair Clinic Get your bike back on the road! Volunteers from Let’s Put People on Bikes will provide free minor repairs, adjust brakes and shifters, pump up tires, and replace tubes. Service is first come, first served; between 1 pm and 4 pm. Clinic is canceled in case of rain or temperatures below 50 degrees. George H. and Ella M. Rodgers Memorial LibraryHudson, NH Phone: (603) 886-6030Free Film: The Light Between OceansThe film tells the story of a lighthouse keeper and his wife who rescue and adopt an infant girl adrift at sea. Years later, the couple discovers the child’s true parentage and is faced with the moral dilemma of their actions.Join us for films you may have missed in the theaters. Enjoy them on our large screen. Snacks will be served.Call our film line, 816-4535 for information.Sponsored by The Friends of the Library of Hudson,?NH?Date: Monday April 10, 2017 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: Community Room10:00 am ??? 0 April 3, 2017 10:00 am to 7:00 pm AARP Tax Aide AARP Tax-Aide assistance is available at the library from February 1 - April 14?? Mondays and Wednesdays: 10 am - 7 pm (you must arrive by 6 pm to receive assistance)???Fridays: 10 am - 2 pm (you must arrive by 1 pm to receive assistance)??Appointments are available but not required. You can make an appointment by dialing 2-1-1 or going to ndts.. Click these links to find out; ? what documents to bring???? locations and hours of local tax assistance sites?????which documents can and cannot be prepared???? who is eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit For more information dial 2-1-1. Location: Stearns Room April 9, 2017 1:00 PM ?-? 4:00 PM Bicycle Repair Clinic Get your bike back on the road! Volunteers from Let’s Put People on Bikes will provide free minor repairs, adjust brakes and shifters, pump up tires, and replace tubes. Service is first come, first served; between 1 pm and 4 pm. Clinic is canceled in case of rain or temperatures below 50 degrees. George H. and Ella M. Rodgers Memorial LibraryHudson, NH Phone: (603) 886-6030Free Film: The Light Between OceansThe film tells the story of a lighthouse keeper and his wife who rescue and adopt an infant girl adrift at sea. Years later, the couple discovers the child’s true parentage and is faced with the moral dilemma of their actions.Join us for films you may have missed in the theaters. Enjoy them on our large screen. Snacks will be served.Call our film line, 816-4535 for information.Sponsored by The Friends of the Library of Hudson,?NH?Date: Monday April 10, 2017 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: Community Room10:00 am ??? -9525046990 00 41490907556500 -3- MEMBERS’ PAGE 000 -48196555880Photograph; By Mary E. Barabos, memberPoem;H.E.A.R.T.S. HopeBy Mary E. Barabos, member H.E.A.R.T.S. is a Great place to be.There are No Judgements of Anyone, you'll see. It's an Organization where we can be who we are. We are each treated as if a Star!The KEY here is Being, Working, and Learning Together.When needed, we can rely on One Another. It is Super trying to do Our Best.We also, at H.E.A.R.T.S. are given the time to rest. Individuality is always kept in mind. With each other, we are Kind.This is where we may calm and collect our thoughts.Through Their doors, a NEW DAY is brought. Our Hope is for more people to Understand.We're only in need of a little help and we don't demand.Thank You Everyone that supports us.This is How the World Builds Trust. 00Photograph; By Mary E. Barabos, memberPoem;H.E.A.R.T.S. HopeBy Mary E. Barabos, member H.E.A.R.T.S. is a Great place to be.There are No Judgements of Anyone, you'll see. It's an Organization where we can be who we are. We are each treated as if a Star!The KEY here is Being, Working, and Learning Together.When needed, we can rely on One Another. It is Super trying to do Our Best.We also, at H.E.A.R.T.S. are given the time to rest. Individuality is always kept in mind. With each other, we are Kind.This is where we may calm and collect our thoughts.Through Their doors, a NEW DAY is brought. Our Hope is for more people to Understand.We're only in need of a little help and we don't demand.Thank You Everyone that supports us.This is How the World Builds Trust. 25507955080Members Field TripDairy Queen is giving away free vanilla ice cream cones today (Monday, March 20) at all non-mall locations in the U.S. The giveaway is in celebration of spring and is a benefit for the Children's Miracle Network.Nothing better than ice cream no matter what the weather, especially when it’s free!Fifteen members took advantage of the free ice cream.00Members Field TripDairy Queen is giving away free vanilla ice cream cones today (Monday, March 20) at all non-mall locations in the U.S. The giveaway is in celebration of spring and is a benefit for the Children's Miracle Network.Nothing better than ice cream no matter what the weather, especially when it’s free!Fifteen members took advantage of the free ice cream. 4301490206375Check- OutThe ColoringOnPage90Check- OutThe ColoringOnPage9March Trivia Questions All answers found in monthly Schedule (last 2 pages) Name the largest freshwater lake in the world? (Answer 1) Which is the only American state to begin with the letter 'p'? (Answer 2) 3950970113665TRIVIA QUESTIONSWhat is the Birthstone for April?What is the flower for April? April Showers bring what?What is April 1st known for?ANSWERS are found in schedule pages 8 & 900TRIVIA QUESTIONSWhat is the Birthstone for April?What is the flower for April? April Showers bring what?What is April 1st known for?ANSWERS are found in schedule pages 8 & 9 Which cartoon dog has the initials "S.D." on his collar? (Answer 3) What is the unit of currency in India? (Answer 4) -4--4-CONSUMER INFORMATIONMonthly Educational GroupBridges Domestic Violence April 7, 2017 at 12 PM Employment ClassesJob Club to include the following; choosing appropriate job based on job skills, career choices, how to job Interview, how to dress, wright a resume’, create a job search plan, how to make out a job application, confidence building. WRAP Plan for work and more. What would you like to do for work and more? Adult Educational Learning Classes (not affiliated with Nahua ALC) We will be having Math, English, History, Writing, Creative Writing, Reading, and Basic Computer Skills. After Hour Meetings;MondayMen’s Peace of Mind Group (TSDD) AA, 7:00 pm-8:30 pm (Men’s Mtg.) (Open meeting)WednesdayWednesday Recovery Group 7:00 pm-8:30 pm (Private)ThursdayBill and Charlie Men’s Group 7:00 pm-8:30 pm (Private)Saturday Saturday Night Live AA, 7:30 pm-9:00 pm (young people’s meeting) (open meeting) SaturdayHeroin Anonymous 9:30 pm-11:00 pm (open Meeting) DBSA Nashua is a safe, non-judgmental, and stigma free open peer support group. Whatever mental health issues you may have, please come. There is no charge to attend, everyone is welcome to come and get the support you need and deserve from peers who truly understand what you are going through or may have gone through in the past. Celebrating our 12th year of giving support!Meets every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at 100 West Pearl St., Nashua, NH 03060For information: Tom Doucette (603) 888-2141, website or e-mail tom@, Amanda@ or bobc@.Consumer Council Meets monthly to discuss issues pertaining to Mental Wellness in the state of New Hampshire. Consumer Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am, 105 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH. Continental breakfast is served. Consumer participation is encouraged. H.E.A.R.T.S. van provides transportation to and from Consumer Council. Van leaves at 9 am from H.E.A.R.T.S. and returns at about 1:00 pm.Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council is dedicated to helping families and individuals of all ages reach their full potential by providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based care that focuses on recovery. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment that places a high value on every person who comes through our doors. We believe that by respecting people as they are, we can help them to become all that they wish to be. GNMHC is located at 7 Prospect St, Nashua, NH 03060. (603) 889-6147Welfare Department, The City of Nashua Welfare Department provides interim emergency assistance for low income residents through a voucher system. Assistance is available with rent, food, utilities and medication. Each applicant will be interviewed confidentially to review household circumstances and eligibility for assistance. Applications are available during hours of operation (excluding holidays). 18 Mulberry Street, 603-589-4555 -5- CONSUMER INFORMATION CONTINUED;Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders. NAMI CONNECTIONS is a free peer to peer facilitated support group for people living with mental illness. NAMI NH CONNECTION meets bi-weekly for 90 minutes, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm following a flexible structure without an educational format. Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Located at the John Mason Institute 20 Trafalagar Square, Suite 110 Conference Room, Nashua NH for more information contacts Tricia (978)204-2442 or Vickey (603)552-3310.Consumer Council Meets monthly to discuss issues pertaining to Mental Wellness in the state of New Hampshire. Consumer Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am, 105 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH. Continental breakfast is served. Consumer participation is encouraged. H.E.A.R.T.S. van provides transportation to and from Consumer Council. Van leaves at 9 am from H.E.A.R.T.S. and returns at about 1:00 pm.Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council is dedicated to helping families and individuals of all ages reach their full potential by providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based care that focuses on recovery. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment that places a high value on every person who comes through our doors. We believe that by respecting people as they are, we can help them to become all that they wish to be. GNMHC is located at 7 Prospect St, Nashua, NH 03060. (603) 889-6147 NAMI Nashua meets every second Tuesday (Educational) and fourth Tuesday (Support, Caring and Sharing) of the month at St. Joseph School of Nursing in the Academic Building, Kinsley Street, Classroom A on the third floor. Contact Information: Norma or Scott 603-882-6771, Pam 603-888-6219 or by e-mail nashuanami@. Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter, 2 Quincy Street, Nashua, NHThe Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter (NSKS) is dedicated to providing shelter and food to those in need. The overall objective of the agency is to advocate, create, and operate programs and services that promote dignity and self-sufficiency for those we serve. To ensure that basic needs are addressed, the NSKS is committed to joining with others in a community-wide ethic of caring. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI NH) 85 North State Streets, Concord, NH 03301 Phone 603-225-5359, E-Mail info@ A grassroots organization of families, consumers, professionals and other members is dedicated to improving the quality of life of persons of all ages affected by mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders through education, support and advocacy.The Connect Program: Training Professionals and Communities in Suicide Prevention and Response including Surviving Suicide Loss, Grief Support Groups, Telling Your Own Story, Attempt Survivors and many more supports. Connect is a nationally designated Best Practice Program developed by NAMI–NH contact information, 603.225.5359 or 1.800.242.6264. Lamprey Health Care, 22 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH 03060, (603) 883-1626 Fax: (603) 883-6633most programs have eligibility requirements based on your income, family size, and ability to pay. Lamprey Health Care is to provide high quality primary medical care and health related services with an emphasis on prevention and lifestyle management to all individuals. -6-At Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center, primary and preventive health care is offered to youth over 15 years old and adults who fall within one or more of the following?categories:No Income Low IncomeNo InsuranceWith private insurance – Harvard Pilgrim and Anthem Blue CrossInsured by Medicaid/MedicareLiving in a rooming houseLiving with friends or familyLiving in a Hotel or MotelDental CarePsychiatric CareTherapyCase Management Rental/Utilities Assistance: The Front Door 603-886-2866 Corpus Christi 603-598-1641 Southern NH Services 603-889-3440 City Welfare 603-589-4555 Catholic Charities 603-889-6431 Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, 8 Prospect Streets, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-577-2000St. Joseph’s Hospital, 172 Kinsley Street, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-595-2000 Parkland Medical Center, 1 Parkland Drive, Derry, New Hampshire Dartmouth Hitchcock, 2300 Southwood Drive, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-595-4000 (Urgent Care)Senior Centers in our region;Hudson Council on Aging, Town Hall of Hudson, 12 School Street, (603) 886-6000Merrimack Senior Citizens Club, John O’Leary Adult Center, 4 Church St, Merrimack, NH, Contact: Irene Jennies (603) 424-2362Nashua Senior Activity Center, 70 Temple Street, Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM, Thurs. open till 8PM Contact Eileen Gormley (603) 816-2642. Milford Area Senior Center Seniors meet every Friday at the Wadleigh Memorial Library (Keyes room) is Game Day for the Milford Area Seniors 10:00am - 12:00pm, 49 Nashua Street, Milford, NH. Brookline Senior Center The seniors also meet 2nd and 4th Tuesday’s of the month, 10 am - 2 pm. Brookline Senior Center, Brusch Hall, 36 Main Street, Brookline, NHState Committee on Aging (SCOA) identifying concerns of older citizens and make recommendations to the Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (BEAS) regarding policy and procedures to protect the wellbeing, rights and quality of life of older citizens. This committee meets Monday of each month for additional information contact Kathy Minaert at 603-271-9201 or sends an e-mail to kminaert@dhhs.state.nh.us. -16217901960880TOM’S00TOM’S -7- H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center Groups/Activities Schedule for April 2017 Page 1 of ScheduleMONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAYSATURDAYDonate or Volunteerat your localAnimal ShelterHumane SocietyOf Nashua24 Ferry Road603-889-2275Hudson AnimalControlPackard Street978-897-5596HIBYE1 8:30 Check-in10 am-11 am Members Wellness Discussion11 am-12 pm Clean-up3 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Moxie12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning12:45 pm-1:30 pmAdult Learning2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion4 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion 11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group1:00pm-1:30pm Smoking Reduction2:00 pm-2:45 pm IPS? Discussion5 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking1:15 pm-2:00 pm IPS? Discussion6 8:30 Check-in 10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS DiscussionAnswer 1: Diamond 7 8:30 Check-in10:30 am Needle Work11:00 am Member’s Meeting 1:00 pm-2 pmEmployment Classes2:15 pm-2:30 pm Weekend PlanningArts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day8 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11 am Members Wellness Discussion11 am-12 pm Clean-up Answer 2: Daisy or Sweet Pea 10 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Moxie12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning12:45 pm-1:30 pmAdult Learning2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion11 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion 11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group1:00pm-1:30pm Smoking Reduction2:00 pm-2:45 pm IPS? Discussion12 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking1:15 pm-2:00 pm IPS? Discussion13 8:30 Check-in 10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS Discussion 14 8:30 Check-in10:30 am Needle Work1 pm-2 pmEmploymentClasses2:15 pm-2:30 pm Weekend PlanningArts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day15 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Members Wellness Discussion 11 am-12 pm Clean-up -8- H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center Groups/Activities Schedule for April Page 2 of Schedule17 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Moxie12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning12:45 pm-1:30 pmAdult Learning2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion18 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion 11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group1:00pm-1:30pm Smoking Reduction2:00 pm-2:45 pm IPS? Discussion19 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking1:15 pm-2:00 pm IPS? Discussion 20 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS Discussion21 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Needle Work 10:30 am Moxie1 pm-2 pmEmployment Classes2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion22 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Members Wellness Discussion 11 am-12 pm Clean-upAnswer 4: April fool’s day 24 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Moxie12 pm Creative Writingand/or week planning12:45 pm-1:30 pmAdult Learning2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion25 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion 11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group1:00pm-1:30pm Smoking Reduction2:00 pm-2:45 pm IPS? DiscussionAnswer 3: May flowers26 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking1:15 pm-2:00 pm IPS? Discussion 27 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP? Discussion12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS Discussion28 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Needle Work 10:30 am Moxie1 pm-2 pmEmployment Classes2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion29 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11 am Members Wellness Discussion11 am-12 pm Clean-up 3417570149860COLOR IN THE OVALS; MATCH THE FLOWERS00COLOR IN THE OVALS; MATCH THE FLOWERS-2476501270031 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Moxie12 pm Creative WritingAnd/or week planning12:45 pm-1:30 pmAdult Learning2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion0031 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekend Discussion 10:30 am Moxie12 pm Creative WritingAnd/or week planning12:45 pm-1:30 pmAdult Learning2:00 pm-2:30 pm IPS? Discussion-24765012700 -9-00 -9- 3303270889000 0 00 0 0 000 0 00 0 0 033032702280285-9-00-9- ................
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