TN Certified VIP
Virtual Information Portal for Faith LeadersEmpowered | Engaged | Equipped
The TDMHSAS Faith-Based Initiatives team is proud to offer this Virtual Information Portal (VIP) as a resource for faith and community leaders who are interested in learning more about opportunities to serve their neighbors who are facing behavioral health challenges. The VIP will feature on-demand trainings related to community ministry and will offer podcasts and videos of discussions with faith leaders and service providers across the state of Tennessee who are on the frontlines serving their communities and congregations even in the toughest situations!
Join us, and be empowered, engaged, and equipped to serve your community's needs!
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Introduction to the Faith-Based Initiative and the Lifeline Peer Project
With more than 32,000 people referred to treatment and recovery resources, more than 12,000 trainings held, and more than 1,100 communities of faith engaged, Tennessee's Faith-Based Initiative and Lifeline Peer Project are having a huge impact for good in our state. In this presentation, Jaime Harper, Director of Faith-Based Initiatives and Lifeliner Kirk Johnson give basic introductions to the programs.
The Addicted Mind and the Belief System
This presentation explores the impact of addiction on the brain, the importance of connection in recovery, the cycle that can lead to addiction, and ways to break the cycle.
ACEs and Trauma Informed Care
This presentation is an introduction to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Trauma Informed Care. It also reframes "What's wrong with you?" into "What happened to you?
Tell-Tale Signs of Use
This presentation explores signs someone may be using, research showing major factors for initialization and continued use, and resources that can assist the recovery process.
Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
This presentation explores practical & proactive self-care methods to prevent or heal from burnout.
Stigma and Person-First Language
This training focuses on addressing stigma related to substance misuse and promoting the use of person-first language.
Motivational Interviewing
This presentation explores Motivational Interviewing and how it can be used to help someone work their way toward behavior change.
Sharing Your Recovery Journey
This presentation explores how sharing your recovery story can be a catalyst for personal growth and collective transformation.
Let Your Past Be Your Platform
This presentation helps peers recognize the value of their lived experience and overcome the imposter syndrome that often hinders them from fully walking in their purpose.
Recovery and Gratitude
In this informal chat, Lifeliners Kirk Johnson and Randall Byrge reflect on the role of gratitude in their personal recovery journeys.
Collegiate Recovery Ally
This training explores substance misuse and mental health, highlighting current data and the unique challenges individuals face throughout the recovery journey.