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Cedar Rapids Mental Health Expo Presented By: The Living Undeterred Project, Area Substance Abuse Council & Linn County Mental Health Access Center
<p>Join us for a day of advocacy, education & exploration in the world of mental health, addiction, recovery & wellness. </p><p>- Resource Booths<br>- Interactive Activities<br>- Workshops<br>- Keynote Speakers<br>- Networking<br>- & More!</p><p><strong>Event Is Free to Public -</strong> <strong>Registration Required</strong></p><p>Keynote Speakers Include: </p><p><strong>Ryan Hampton</strong><br>A prominent advocate, speaker, author, and media commentator, Ryan Hampton travels coast-to-coast to add solutions to our national addiction crisis. In recovery from a decade-long opioid addiction, Hampton has rocketed to the center of America’s rising addiction recovery advocacy movement. An alumnus of the Clinton White House, he’s worked with multiple non-profits and national recovery advocacy campaigns. He is now a prominent, leading face and voice of recovery advocacy and is changing the national conversation about addiction.</p><p><strong>Kenyon Murray</strong><br>Former Hawkeye Basketball player, father and mental health advocate, Kenyon Murray will discuss mental health in the athletic arena. Through is own experience and the experiences of this three children, Kenyon has insight on the impact of social media, fan behavior, and notoriety in young athletes.</p><p><strong>Jeff Johnston</strong><br>Cedar Rapids native and local entrepreneur, Jeff Johnston has run a successful financial services firm in Cedar Rapids for over 32 years. In 2016, Jeff lost his son, Seth, to fentanyl poisoning, and in 2021, lost his wife Prudence, to alcoholism. Jeff has dedicated the last 6 years of his life to spreading awareness about substance use disorders & mental health. In 2020 he founded the Living Undeterred Project, a non-profit aimed at addiction prevention & mental health advocacy. During the summer of 2022, Jeff completed a 95-day journey across the United States to change the narrative on mental health, substance abuse & addiction. He is currently a board member with the Rotary Action Group for Addiction Prevention.</p><p><strong>More Speakers To Be Announced Soon!</strong></p> 2022-11-18 15:30:00 -0600
5/06/238:30 a.m.The Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
Connection Recovery Support Group
<p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long & meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-04-17 19:30:00 -05004/17/236:00 p.m.NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
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Connection Recovery Support Group
<p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long & meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-05-15 19:30:00 -05005/15/236:00 p.m.NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
Connection Recovery Support Group
<p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long & meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-06-19 19:30:00 -05006/19/236:00 p.m.NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
Connection Recovery Support Group
<p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long & meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-07-17 19:30:00 -05007/17/236:00 p.m.NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
Connection Recovery Support Group
<p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long & meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-08-21 19:30:00 -05008/21/236:00 p.m.NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
Connection Recovery Support Group
<p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long & meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-09-18 19:30:00 -05009/18/236:00 p.m.NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
Connection Recovery Support Group
<p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long & meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-10-16 19:30:00 -050010/16/236:00 p.m.NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn CountyCedar Rapids