***Staff are also welcome to attend this session***

June 6th Session- 2pm in Jennie Sealy 2.506A

Presenter: Monica Mehalshick, Directory of Adult Recovery Services, Gulf Coast Center

Topic: Substance Abuse and Caregiving

Overview: The negative consequence of alcohol and drug abuse are not limited to the person using substances; rather they impact their families and caregivers as well. Families and caregivers who have loved ones that struggle with substance abuse, are encouraged to attend this session to learn more about building coping skills, finding resources and addressing their own self-care.

Please encourage caregivers and family members to attend!

"Time-Out is a weeklyeducational/support session for caregivers and family membersof UTMB patients, to support them in their adjustment and maintenance of their caregiving role. These sessions will not be tied to a specific diagnosis-all caregivers and family members are welcome. The hope is that these sessions will provide a chance for them to have time out to relieve some stress, have a little fun, build on care giving skills, decrease burnout and affirm thatthey are not alone in the role of caregiving.

These sessions are facilitated by UTMB students and staff and will occurevery Wednesday at 2pm in Jennie Sealy 2.506A. Sessions will last around 30 minutes and will address topics that falls into the following categories:Relaxation, Self-Care, Discharge Planning and Medical Topics.

If you have questions or are interested in facilitating a session, please contact Savannah Parksatsjparks@utmb.edu or409-266-7542.

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