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Evening with the Experts: VA 101: An Overview of the Department of Veterans Affairs
May
6
5:00 PM17:00
Education, Community Events, Evening with the Experts, Peer Support Specialist, Veteran Programs

Evening with the Experts: VA 101: An Overview of the Department of Veterans Affairs

VA 101: An Overview of the Department of Veterans Affairs

Presented by Becky Kuhn, LCSW, Suicide Prevention Coordinator & Ashley Taylor, MS, Community Engagement and Partnerships Coordinator

Date: Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Time: 5:00-6:30 PM


Presentation on the different parts and functions of the Department of Veteran Affairs in order to help Veterans, their families, and peer providers understand and access Veteran services. 

https://www.va.gov/

Please register here.

Evening with the Experts is a free educational series for all community members and providers, including Veterans, Military Service Members, and their loved ones. We bring in speakers from our community who are experts in various topics related to mental health. 

In collaboration with the Portland VA, this year’s Evening with the Experts focuses on Veteran suicide prevention, which is the VA’s top clinical priority. Throughout the month of May, experts from the Portland VA’s Suicide Prevention Team will provide an overview of the VA, share about the VA's national strategy for suicide prevention, teach the VA’s method for identifying and helping Veterans in crisis, and present on strategies for using safety plans for lethal means safety.

All presentations can be used towards Continuing Education requirements for OHA-certified Peer Support Specialists. You do not need to be a Peer Support Specialist nor a Veteran to attend; these events are open to everyone. All events will be held remotely via Teams.

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Evening with the Experts: Overview of the VA’s National Strategy to Prevent Veteran Suicide and an Introduction to COMPACT Act
May
13
5:00 PM17:00
Education, Community Events, Evening with the Experts, Peer Support Specialist, Veteran Programs

Evening with the Experts: Overview of the VA’s National Strategy to Prevent Veteran Suicide and an Introduction to COMPACT Act

Overview of the VA’s National Strategy to Prevent Veteran Suicide and an Introduction to COMPACT Act

Presented by Cindy Tanner, LCSW, Suicide Prevention Coordinator & Ashley Taylor, MS, Community Engagement and Partnerships Coordinator

Date: Tuesday, May 13th, 2025

Time: 5:00-6:30 PM

Presentation on the National Strategy for Preventing Veteran Suicide and how it is implemented in Oregon. Participants will learn strategies to help prevent Veteran suicide in their communities, as well as how to access available resources for crisis support. 

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/docs/Office-of-Mental-Health-and-Suicide-Prevention-National-Strategy-for-Preventing-Veterans-Suicide.pdf

Please register here.

Evening with the Experts is a free educational series for all community members and providers, including Veterans, Military Service Members, and their loved ones. We bring in speakers from our community who are experts in various topics related to mental health. 

In collaboration with the Portland VA, this year’s Evening with the Experts focuses on Veteran suicide prevention, which is the VA’s top clinical priority. Throughout the month of May, experts from the Portland VA’s Suicide Prevention Team will provide an overview of the VA, share about the VA's national strategy for suicide prevention, teach the VA’s method for identifying and helping Veterans in crisis, and present on strategies for using safety plans for lethal means safety.

All presentations can be used towards Continuing Education requirements for OHA-certified Peer Support Specialists. You do not need to be a Peer Support Specialist nor a Veteran to attend; these events are open to everyone. All events will be held remotely via Teams.

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Evening with the Experts: VA S.A.V.E. Training: How to Identify and Help a Veteran in Crisis
May
20
5:00 PM17:00
Education, Community Events, Evening with the Experts, Peer Support Specialist, Veteran Programs

Evening with the Experts: VA S.A.V.E. Training: How to Identify and Help a Veteran in Crisis

VA S.A.V.E. Training: How to Identify and Help a Veteran in Crisis

Presented by Jeremiah Dutt, LCSW, Suicide Prevention Coordinator & Gayle Keller, LCSW, Suicide Prevention Coordinator

Date: Tuesday, May 20th, 2025

Time: 5:00-6:30 PM

Presentation on S.A.V.E., the VA’s method for identifying and supporting Veterans in crisis. Participants will learn strategies for engaging with and supporting Veterans in crisis. 

https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention/docs/VA_SAVE_Training.pdf

Please register here.

Evening with the Experts is a free educational series for all community members and providers, including Veterans, Military Service Members, and their loved ones. We bring in speakers from our community who are experts in various topics related to mental health. 

In collaboration with the Portland VA, this year’s Evening with the Experts focuses on Veteran suicide prevention, which is the VA’s top clinical priority. Throughout the month of May, experts from the Portland VA’s Suicide Prevention Team will provide an overview of the VA, share about the VA's national strategy for suicide prevention, teach the VA’s method for identifying and helping Veterans in crisis, and present on strategies for using safety plans for lethal means safety.

All presentations can be used towards Continuing Education requirements for OHA-certified Peer Support Specialists. You do not need to be a Peer Support Specialist nor a Veteran to attend; these events are open to everyone. All events will be held remotely via Teams.

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Evening with the Experts: Utilizing Safety Plans for Lethal Means Safety
May
27
5:00 PM17:00
Education, Community Events, Evening with the Experts, Peer Support Specialist, Veteran Programs

Evening with the Experts: Utilizing Safety Plans for Lethal Means Safety

Utilizing Safety Plans for Lethal Means Safety

Presented by Martha Carlson, Ph.D., Program Manager & Ashley Taylor, MS, Community Engagement and Partnerships Coordinator

Date: Tuesday, May 27th, 2025

Time: 5:00-6:30 PM

Presentation on lethal means safety and utilizing safety planning for lethal means safety. Increasing the time and distance between a person in suicidal crisis and their access to lethal means can reduce suicide risk and save lives. 

https://www.va.gov/reach/lethal-means/

Please register here.

Evening with the Experts is a free educational series for all community members and providers, including Veterans, Military Service Members, and their loved ones. We bring in speakers from our community who are experts in various topics related to mental health. 

In collaboration with the Portland VA, this year’s Evening with the Experts focuses on Veteran suicide prevention, which is the VA’s top clinical priority. Throughout the month of May, experts from the Portland VA’s Suicide Prevention Team will provide an overview of the VA, share about the VA's national strategy for suicide prevention, teach the VA’s method for identifying and helping Veterans in crisis, and present on strategies for using safety plans for lethal means safety.

All presentations can be used towards Continuing Education requirements for OHA-certified Peer Support Specialists. You do not need to be a Peer Support Specialist nor a Veteran to attend; these events are open to everyone. All events will be held remotely via Teams.

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In-Person Writing Group
Jan
21
3:15 PM15:15
Community Events, Support

In-Person Writing Group

Join in to share a creative and expressive space, no writing experience required. All you need to bring is yourself!

Schedule: First & third Tuesday of every month
Time: 3:15 - 4:45 PM
Format: In-person
Location: Midland Library 805 SE 122nd Ave

Join our notification list here.

For any questions, email info@namimultnomah.org or call 503-228-5692.

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In-Person Writing Group
Jan
7
3:15 PM15:15
Community Events, Support

In-Person Writing Group

Join in to share a creative and expressive space, no writing experience required. All you need to bring is yourself!

Schedule: First & third Tuesday of every month
Time: 3:15 - 4:45 PM
Format: In-person
Location: Midland Library 805 SE 122nd Ave

Join our notification list here.

For any questions, email info@namimultnomah.org or call 503-228-5692.

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