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Recipient of the Greater Nashua Mental Health Center

Leadership Award 2012

H.E.A.R.T.S. (Hope, Empowerment, Advocacy, Recovery, Towards, Support)

Peer Support Center and Peer Respite Center of Greater Nashua Region VIP.O. Box 1564

5 Pine Street Extension, Suite 1GNashua, NH 03060

An Adult Educational and Wellness CenterPhone (603) 882-8400

Fax (603) 882-8700

The Members’ Monthly NewsletterHours: 8am – 4pm Monday-Friday and Saturday 8 am – 12 pm

Rides available to and from center Monday-FridayE-Mail [email protected] E-Mail [email protected]

Web Site www.heartspsa.org

H.E.A.R.T.S. Warm Line is available seven nights a week

5 pm to 10 pm 1-800-306-4334

Get free help now: Text CONNECT to 741741 in the United States.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 1-844-711-4357

New Hampshire Community Resources (dial) 211

Funding for Peer Support Agencies comes from the NH Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

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Front of Center & Member

H.E.A.R.T.S. NEWSLETTER AND SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY 2020

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 and BOD--------------------------------------------------------------------------Members’ Corner---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Free Activities in Your Neighborhood--------------------------------------------------------------Educational Group and Consumer Information--------------------------------------------------Consumer Information --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Consumer Information and Senior Centers Information---------------------------------------Peer Respite Centers in New Hampshire-----------------------------------------------------------Monthly Schedules, daily groups, activities -------------------------------------------------------Monthly Schedules, daily groups, activities -------------------------------------------------------

A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. He does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by the quality of his actions and the integrity of his intent.

After Hours Groups2 nd & 4 th Tuesday’s LBGTQ DBSA Support Group 7:00 pm-9:00 pm (NEW) Wednesday AA Private “Men’s Meeting” 5:15 pm – 6:15 pmWednesday AA “Mid-Week Tune Up Meeting” 7:00 – 8:15 pmThursday Men’s AA Meeting “Mad Dog Meeting” 7:00 pm – 8:30 pmFriday NA 7:30 pm-9:00 pm Open groupSaturday AA meeting “Saturday Night Live Young People” 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

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H.E.A.R.T.S. Board of Directors Executive Committee: Directors: Directors Cont. Tim Lopez: President Ed Bowman Martha Perricone Stacie Laughton: Vice President Nicole Rochon Claire Peddle: Treasurer Scott Wellman Michele Poulin: Secretary Pat Worsley The Board of Directors meets the 3rd Thursday of the month, from 5:30 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 when available will be provided. Please see staff to sign up.

For those of you those are unable to attend the Council meeting in person the council meets by conference so that everyone who wants to attend can do so without leaving their center.

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MEMBERS CORNER

TURTLE WATCH Our Turtle Watch saga continues! With the canal freezing over the Turtles are going into hibernation

so there will be no more reports till spring.

Pictures of our annual x-mass lite sight seeing trip are being sent seperately because of the size being to large.

I remember when I was in grade school going to Pat’s Peak in Henniker, NH for ski lessons every year. I dreaded going, it was always so cold. I became great at professional falling. One particular day while riding the ski lift up a gigantic mountain, my ski fell off. I had to make my way down the mountain with one ski. Many dramitic flips through the air, I reunited with the other ski. To this day I hate sking. Leslie R.

Holidays in January that you didn’t know or maybe did not want to know

Saturday January 4th National Spaghetti Day Monday January 6th Cuddle Up DayFriday January 10th Houseplant Appreciation DayMonday January 13th National Rubber Duckie DayMonday January 20th Penguin Awareness DayThursday January 23rd Measure Your Feet DayFriday January 24th Global Belly Laugh DayWednesday January 27th Chocolate Cake DayWednesday January 29th National Corn Chip Day

The Federal Government is about to pass legislation that would establish a national 3 digit number (988) for Suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline.

(We apologize for any holidays that we may have missed)

January should be named make yourself feel good month. It’s a time that you can tell yourself that you are making it a New Year’s resolution to lose weight, shower more, eat healthier, be nicer to your neighbors and more. You can make all these resolutions and know that you will not do them, because that is the whole idea of making them. That is why January should be named “make yourself feel good month”!

I come to H.E.A.R.T.S. because I met good friends who go through some of the same things as I do. I keep coming because staff is very helpful. They listen to your issues and get you through the good and the bad, the happy and the sad. I love this place it makes me happy. –Ram P.

I come to H.E.A.R.T.S. because it makes me happy. When I’m sad I have my friends at H.E.A.R.T.S. to help me too. I love the groups too. J. C.

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FREE ACTIVITIESNashua Public Library

Cinema Cabaret: Good BoysTuesday January 7, 2020 6:30 PM - 8:05 PM LOCATION: TheaterComedy | Rated R | 95 minutesThree sixth-grade boys ditch school and embark on an epic journey while carrying accidentally stolen drugs, being hunted by teenage girls, and trying to get home in time for a long-awaited party.Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Family Film: Toy Story 4Saturday January 2020 2:00 PM - 3:40 PM LOCATION: TheaterAdventure | Rated G | 100 minutesWhen a new toy named Forky joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy. Please, no food in the theater. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Transcendental MeditationWednesday 15, 2020 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM LOCATION: Medium Meeting RoomLearn all about Transcendental Meditation, a simple, natural, effortless mental technique that brings benefits to all areas of life. Learn how the technique works, and the rich tradition from which this knowledge comes. You will also have an opportunity to schedule your personal TM course of instruction.Regular practice helps eliminate stress, tension, anxiety, and fatigue while developing focus, memory, creativity, and intelligence. Cinema Cabaret: Blinded By the LightWednesday 21, 2020 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM LOCATION: TheaterComedy | Rated PG-13 | 114 minutesIn England in 1987, a teenager from an Asian family learns to live his life, understand his family, and find his own voice through the music of American rock star Bruce Springsteen.Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Radio at 100Sunday 26, 2020 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM LOCATION: TheaterMike Morin, morning cohost on Frank FM’s four New Hampshire radio stations, has collected short clips from some of the greatest radio entertainers of the past century. His slide and audio presentation is a tribute to radio and includes Milton Berle, Jack Benny, Groucho Marx, Orson Welles, and several memorable Boston radio personalities. Morin, whose own broadcast career is in its 50th year, brings radio history alive.

We are unable to show pictures of our annual Christmas Light sightseeing trip, they have too many Pixels (I think that is correct.)

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CONSUMER INFORMATION Peer Support

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Peer Support Group provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mental health disorders. NAMI Connections is a free peer to peer facilitated support group for people living with mental illness. Group meets Monday’s from 6:30 pm-8:00 pm at the Nashua Public library. Group follow’s flexible structure without an educational format.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) LGBT+ Peer Support Group provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mental health.

Family Peer SupportNAMI Nashua meets every second Tuesday and fourth Tuesday 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. Consumers Voice to the StateConsumer 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.

Mental Health OrganizationsNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI NH) 85 North State Streets, Concord, NH 03301 Phone 603-225-5359, E-Mail [email protected] 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, www.naminh.org, 603.225.5359 or 1.800.242.6264. NH Mental Health Planning and Advisory Council the State Mental Health Planning and Advisory Council (MHPAC), required by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA), reviews and monitors the biennial Mental Health Block Grant plan. The council also monitors the mental health services and support system throughout the state. MHPAC meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month, every quarter 9:30 am-2:00 pm in the Fox Chapel, Main Building, of DHHS. Contact information: Beth Anne Nichols [email protected]

Shelters and FoodNashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter, 2 Quincy Street, Nashua, NHThe Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter (NSKS) is dedicated to providing shelter and food to that 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. Please call for information on their shelters. (603) 889-7770

EDUCATIONAL GROUPNashua Parks and Recreation Department; date and time to be determined

Thank You Lynn for a great presentation Mental Health Wellness through Photography Presented by professional photographer Lynn Greenberg, Friday December 27, 2019 at 11 am

January’s field trip to be determined

mailto:[email protected]

Southern NH Rescue Mission (Spiritual based shelter) located at 40 Chestnut Street, Nashua, NH. 03060 (603) 889-3421 (noon meal) -5-

CONSUMER INFORMATION CONTINUED

Medical, Medication and Psychiatric Care

The Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center offers primary and preventive health Dental, Eye Glasses, Psychiatric Care, Therapy and Case Management. Please check with Harbor Care health and Wellness Center for any new programs and insurances they may have added on.

Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, 8 Prospect Streets, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-577-2000

St. Joseph’s Hospital, 172 Kinsley Street, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-595-2000

Parkland Medical Center, 1 Parkland Drive, Derry, New Hampshire (603) 432-1500

Dartmouth Hitchcock, 2300 Southwood Drive, Nashua, New Hampshire 603-595-4000 (Urgent Care)

Lamprey Health Care, 22 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH 03060, (603) 883-1626 most programs have eligibility requirements based on your income, family size, and ability to pay. Lamprey Health Care is toprovide high quality primary medical care and health related services with an emphasis on and to allIndividual lifestyle management.

Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council is dedicated to helpingfamilies 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 Street, Nashua, NH 03060. (603) 889-6147.

Financial Support

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

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) 424-2362

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, NH

State 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 the first Monday of each month for additional information contact (603) 271-9203.

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H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Respite Center is an alternative to hospitalization. If a Consumer feels unsafe at home, but does not feel the need for hospitalization, or does not qualify for hospitalization Peer Crisis Respite can be a better option. Our Crisis Respite Center is a two bedroom apartment and is Handicap Accessible. Our Peer Crisis Respite is staffed by Consumers with lived experience, trained in the model of Intentional Peer Support, WRAP®, and Trauma informed Crisis Respite. Peer staff is available to support guests twenty four hours a day seven days a week. The only requirement is we ask our guests to be able to take their own medication, and cook and clean up after themselves. Guests can stay from one to seven days, with only one stay in a thirty day period. Guests will be offered positive reinforcing discussions along with goal setting. You are encouraged to write a WRAP®, Daily Maintenance Plan for yourself. Through a private entrance guests have the opportunity to take part in our peer support center’s discussions and to socialize with other peers. You are able to come and go about your life each day; we just ask that you communicate with us when you are leaving and when you will return. There is no cost to stay in the Peer Crisis Respite Center. We have transportation available to quests.

RESPITE CENTER’S IN NEW HAMPSHIRE

The Stepping Stone Peer Support and

Respite Center 108 Pleasant Street

Claremont, NH 03743Crisis Respite: (888) 582-0920 or (603)

543-1388

Monadnock Area Peer Support Agency

64 Beaver StreetKeene, NH 03431

Telephone: (603) 352-5093or (866) 352-5093

H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center and Peer Crisis Respite Center5 Pine Street Extension

Suite 1GNashua, New Hampshire

Copy and paste the link below for a registry of peer respite centers across the country!http://www.peerrespite.net/directory/

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http://www.heartspsa.org/?page_id=374

http://www.monadnockpsa.org/content/monadnock-peer-respite

H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center Groups/Activities Schedule for January Page 1 of ScheduleMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

Consumer Council Meeting 3rd Tuesday of the month 10 am in Concord ride may be available to and from. Meeting is also available at H.E.A.R.T.S. by conference call.

Closed for New Year’s

Day HolidayHave a

safe and happy New Year

2 8:30 Check in

9:00 am Morning Stretch/Walk

10:15 am WRAP® Discussion

NOON MEAL

11:15 am Members Music Choice

1:15 pmIPS® Discussion

2 pm Emotional Wellness

3 8:30 Check in


10:15 am Wellness Discussion

BINGO!

NOON MEAL

1:30 pm Members rights

2:15 pmWeekend planning

Food for members from Bishop Guertin

Activities;Arts & Crafts, Quilting, Wii,

4 8:30 Check in

10:15 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 amClean-up

6 8:30 Check in

Food Pick Up At Hannaford

10:15 am Weekend Discussion


12:00 pm Arts & Crafts

1:15 pm IPS® Discussion

7 8:30 Check in


NOON MEAL

12:45 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group

1:15 pm IPS®Discussion

8 8:30 Check in


H.E.A.R.T.S. VISIT TO WEST CAMPUS


11:15 amNutrition/ Cooking

NOON MEAL


9 8:30 Check in


10:15 am WRAP® Group


NOON MEAL

1:15 pmIPS® Discussion


10 8:30 Check in


11:00 amMembers meeting

NOON MEAL

1:15 IPS Discussion


Food for members from Bishop GuertinActivities;Arts & Crafts, Quilting, Wii,

11 8:30 Check in


11 amClean-up

13 8:30 Check in






14 8:30 Check in



NOON MEAL



15 8:30 Check in9:00 am Morning Stretch/Walk



11:15 amNutrition/Cooking

NOON MEAL1:15 pmIPS® Discussion

2 pm Journaling workshop

16 8:30 Check in




NOON MEAL1:15 pmIPS® Discussion


17 8:30 Check in


noon meal1:30 pm Members rights

2:15 pmWeekend planningFood for members from Bishop Guertin

Activities;Arts & Crafts, Quilting, Wii,

18 8:30 Check in


11 amClean-up

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H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center Groups/Activities Schedule for January Page 2 of Schedule

Closed for

Martin Luther King

Jr./Civil Rights

Day

21 8:30 Check in



noon meal12:45 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group


22 8:30 Check in





noon meal1:15 pm IPS® Discussion


23 8:30 Check in


10:15 am WRAP® Group:


noon meal



24 8:30 Check in



noon meal1:15 pm Wellness Group



Activities;Arts & Crafts, Quilting

25 8:30 Check in


11 amClean-up

27 8:30 Check in



11:00 am WRAP®Discussion



28 8:30 Check in



noon meal



29 8:30 Check in







30 8:30 Check in


10:15 am WRAP® Group:




31 8:30 Check in



noon meal1:15 pm Wellness Group



Activities;Arts & Crafts, Quilting

Volunteer at your local animal shelter!Hudson Animal Shelter1 Constitution DriveJana McMillan603-889-7387

Humane Society for Greater Nashua24 Ferry Road603-889-2275

To see pictures of our annual December Christmas light sightseeing trip please go to our website. I have been promised they will be here any day now. You know how these mail-in film developers can be. Members saw light displays in Amherst and Hudson, NH. All 9 members had a great time. There was plenty of excitement to go around. Please give me to the first week in January as I have not received the photos back from the developer. You would think that it would be much faster developing film from a Brownie camera.

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