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FastTrackerMN Newsletter: Exciting Event Recap, New Keywords, and More Updates!
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New Keywords Now Available for Admin Use |
We’re excited to announce the addition of two new keywords on FastTrackerMN.org, now live for admins to utilize:
Admins are encouraged to use these keywords if their facilities serve these populations or meet these requirements. This update ensures that users can more easily find the appropriate resources and services they need.
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Provider Tips: |
Keywords are essential for helping users quickly find the services they need. By tagging your facility with relevant keywords, you make it easier for individuals to locate the right resources, improving user experience and connecting people with the services they need. |
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Event Success: Ready, Set, Thrive! – August 17, 2024 |
We are thrilled to share the success of our “Ready, Set, Thrive!” event held on August 17, 2024. With over 300 attendees, we were able to give away 96 sets of school supplies to local students, ensuring they are ready for the new school year. A highlight of the event was the unveiling of our new worksheets for grades 1-5, part of our FastTracktoHelp public health campaign, designed to promote mental health awareness and education in young learners.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who attended, including our amazing vendors and sponsors, Johnny Pop and Allina Health, for their generous support. A special thank you to our partners, Thumbs Up for Mental Health, for their collaboration in planning and executing this successful event. Together, we made a meaningful impact on our community, and we look forward to continuing this important work. |
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Explore Our New Homepage Features and Improved Resource Page |
We’re thrilled to unveil our redesigned homepage on FastTrackerMN.org, featuring a fresh new look along with useful additions like a material request form and an easy newsletter sign-up. We’ve also enhanced our resource page, making it simpler to navigate and find community resources quickly. We invite you to check out these updates and see how FastTrackerMN can better support your needs. |
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Upcoming Events |
Friday, September 13, 2024 – Rockin Recovery in the Park– Please join us for an afternoon of fun for all at the 1st Annual Rockin’ Recovery in the Park, held by the Recovery Community Network (RCN). National Recovery Month which started in 1989 as a national observance to promote and support the recovery community. Please come out, have some fun in a safe and alcohol/drug free environment, and celebrate the 35th year of recognizing the strength and unity of all those who support recovery… REGISTER
Saturday, September 21, 2024 – Walk for Recovery– Minnesota Recovery Connection’s Walk for Recovery, presented by NUWAY Alliance, will be bigger and better than ever in 2024! Join us for Minnesota’s premiere all-recovery event, a day for everyone and anyone to celebrate recovery and break the stigma associated with substance used disorder.… REGISTER
Saturday, September 28, 2024 – Shout Out Loud, 5th Annual Suicide Prevention and Prevention Event – 5th Suicide Prevention Resource & Awareness event at the Rec Center ROC in St. Louis Park. This free, family-friendly event aims to normalize conversations about suicide prevention and teach coping skills for mental wellness… Information
Monday, September 30, 2024 – Gratitude Breakfast – Wrap up Recovery Month with a morning of reflection, gratitude, and networking at Minnesota Recovery Connection’s annual Gratitude Breakfast, presented in collaboration with Augsburg University’s StepUP Program… REGISTER |
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If you have any news or announcements you would like added to the FastTrackerMN.org Newsletter, please Email: Outreach@FastTrackerMN.org Forward this newsletter to a friend!
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FastTrackerMN’s Anoka-Hennepin Ambassador Awareness Project
We were honored to receive funding from Congressman Phillips’ office, marking the commencement of our “Anoka-Hennepin Ambassador Project.” This initiative allows us to collaborate with the Anoka-Hennepin school district, working closely with students, faculty, and the community. Our primary focus is to elevate awareness surrounding mental health and facilitate open conversations to socialize mental health discussions. Together, through the Anoka-Hennepin Ambassador Project, we strive to create a supportive environment that encourages understanding and proactive engagement with mental health concerns.
Anoka-Hennepin Ambassador Project Goals
- Elevate Awareness
- Cultivate Community Presence
- Foster comfort and awareness in dealing with mental health and substance use disorder concerns
The Anoka-Hennepin Ambassador Project Team
Tips for Providers
We’re excited to share that FastTrackerMN has expanded its keyword options to better represent the diverse range of services offered by our dedicated providers. Two new keywords have been introduced:
- Veteran:
- Use this keyword if you serve the veteran population.
- Offer groups or services tailored to veterans.
- Have providers on your team who are veterans.
- Adoption/Foster Care:
- Select this keyword if your location has expertise in adoption or foster care services.
- Indicate providers with experience working with families undergoing the adoption process or involved in foster care.
These additions aim to enhance the accuracy and specificity of your listings, ensuring individuals can easily find the services that align with their unique needs. Thank you for your continued commitment to supporting our community’s mental health and substance use disorder needs.
Breaking Language Barriers: A Multicultural Initiative Unveiled!
FastTrackerMN.org is embarking on a groundbreaking journey to ensure our platform is accessible to everyone. Our Language Translators and Cultural Liaisons from the Hmong, Spanish, and Somali communities are collaborating to enhance the availability of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder resources across Minnesota.
But that’s not all! If your program includes providers fluent in Somali, Hmong, or Spanish, make sure to highlight this information by adding it as a keyword. It helps individuals in need find you easily and ensures effective communication.
Moreover, as we work on translations, we aim to make our site truly reflect the diversity of Minnesota. We’re striving to create an inclusive space that mirrors the rich cultural tapestry of our state.
Stay tuned for more details and be part of our journey toward breaking language barriers and providing accessible support for all.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Thursday, March 14th–Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs, & Alcohol in the Digital Age– In an era where digital influence is inescapable, understanding its impact on our youth’s choices and well-being has never been more crucial. We cordially invite you to join in a powerful film that is aimed at unraveling the digital threads that shape the lives of our young generation. “Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs, & Alcohol in the Digital Age” is a film followed by expert panel event that delves deep into these pressing issues, offering insights, strategies, and a platform for meaningful dialogue.… Jordan High School: REGISTER
Wednesday, March 20th– Minnesota Social Services Association Conference– This year’s conference focuses on empowering HHS professionals, fostering a culture of support, and building sustainability in our work, while centering anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion… REGISTER
Thursday, March 21st–Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs, & Alcohol in the Digital Age– In an era where digital influence is inescapable, understanding its impact on our youth’s choices and well-being has never been more crucial. We cordially invite you to join in a powerful film that is aimed at unraveling the digital threads that shape the lives of our young generation. “Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs, & Alcohol in the Digital Age” is a film followed by expert panel event that delves deep into these pressing issues, offering insights, strategies, and a platform for meaningful dialogue.… Lake Middle School: REGISTER
Thursday, April 18th–Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs, & Alcohol in the Digital Age– In an era where digital influence is inescapable, understanding its impact on our youth’s choices and well-being has never been more crucial. We cordially invite you to join in a powerful film that is aimed at unraveling the digital threads that shape the lives of our young generation. “Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs, & Alcohol in the Digital Age” is a film followed by expert panel event that delves deep into these pressing issues, offering insights, strategies, and a platform for meaningful dialogue.… Two Rivers High School: REGISTER
If you have any news or announcements, you would like added to the FastTrackerMN.org Newsletter, please Email:
Logan Sheppard: Logan@FastTrackerMN.org
Important Information to Ensure Visibility In Searches
We at FastTrackerMN.org have been auditing locations and organizations already listed on our database search site and have noticed that several are not visible in searches due to missing information. Please check each of your organizations and locations to make sure you are not missing vital information so searchers can find you!
If you manage an organization or location, PLEASE READ!
KEY THINGS TO CHECK ON YOUR PROFILE:
- Do you have locations listed?
- Your organization is not what shows up in searches. Even if your organization information is the same, you need to create at least one location. Add a location for every location where you provide services. If your locations have the same name, add the city to clarify.
- Are your locations complete?
- Please make sure you select if your location is MH or SUD
- Add all insurances THAT EACH LOCATION accepts.
- Add all key words associated with that location.
- MOST IMPORTANT: enter all services provided at that specific location with their availability.
- Do not list SUD services if that location is not primarily licensed as a SUD program. If your MH clinic locations offers SUD services, please create a duplicate location, including license for SUD searchers.
Please watch the below 5-minute video if you need help with making sure your profiles are complete.
How to Video |
Use this code until 12/31/2023.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Thursday, October 26th- School Refusal: Facts, Guidance & Resources @ Plymouth Psychology Group 9655 Schmidt Lake Rd Suite 150, Plymouth, MN 55442 REGISTER
Wednesday, November 1st- Saint Paul College Basic Needs Tabling – 235 Marshall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102 11-1pm *FASTTRACKERMN.ORG will have a table here.
Saturday, November 4th- NAMI State Conference “Mind and Body Connection” will be held at the Saint Paul RiverCentre CEUs available REGISTER
Wednesday, November 8th- Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health and the Complicated Relationship for People with Diabetes REGISTER
If you have any news or announcements you would like added to the FastTrackerMN.org Newsletter, please Email us:
Samantha with Substance Use Programs – Samantha@FastTrackerMN.org and
Jessica with Mental Health – Jessica@FastTrackerMN.org
October 18 is World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day 2023 is an opportunity for people and communities to unite behind the theme ‘Mental health is a universal human right” to improve knowledge, raise awareness and drive actions that promote and protect everyone’s mental health as a universal human right.
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October is Mental Health Screening Month
Search – Fast Tracker (fasttrackermn.org) to connect with local to you, Minnesota mental and chemical health providers today!
FastTrackerMN.org is a dynamic behavioral health search tool that gives Minnesotans access to real time information and availability. It improves connections for Individuals and collaboration for systems. Whether you’re searching for yourself, a loved one, a patient, or looking for general information, this is your place to start!
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Use this code until 12/31/2023.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Wednesday, October 18th @ 1:30PM- CEs Available Help Families Empower Change with CRAFT REGISTER
Wednesday, October 25th 11:00AM- Free Webinar: The ASAM Criteria Third Edition or Fourth Edition, a Conundrum Or Not? REGISTER
Thursday, October 26th- School Refusal: Facts, Guidance & Resources @ Plymouth Psychology Group 9655 Schmidt Lake Rd Suite 150, Plymouth, MN 55442 REGISTER
Saturday, November 4th- NAMI State Conference “Mind and Body Connection” will be held at the Saint Paul RiverCentre CEUs available REGISTER
Wednesday, November 8th- Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health and the Complicated Relationship for People with Diabetes REGISTER
If you have any news or announcements you would like added to the FastTrackerMN.org Newsletter, please Email us:
Samantha with Substance Use Programs – Samantha@FastTrackerMN.org and
Jessica with Mental Health – Jessica@FastTrackerMN.org
Tips for Surviving and Thriving through the Holidays
Here are some tips to prevent holiday stress and maintain sobriety that can be put in practice by all.
Reach out. If you feel lonely or isolated, seek out community or other social events or communities. Many may have websites, online support groups, social media sites or virtual events. They can offer support and companionship.
Be realistic. The holidays don’t have to be perfect or just like last year, don’t set unrealistic expectations of yourself or others.
Set aside differences. Try to accept family members and friends as they are, even if they don’t live up to all of your expectations. Set aside grievances until a more appropriate time for discussion.
Learn to say no. Don’t feel pressured into giving time, effort or money that will cause stress. When it comes to sobriety, make sure your not caving to peer pressure, bring your own non alcoholic beverages.
Don’t abandon healthy habits. Don’t let the holidays become a free-for-all. Overindulgence only adds to your stress and guilt.
Take a breather/don’t forget self care. Take a break by yourself. Spending just 15 minutes alone, without distractions, may refresh you enough to handle everything you need to do. Caring for yourself will give you the reserves to manage both holiday stress and drinking urges, and let you bring your best self to your family gatherings.
Seek professional help if you need it. Despite your best efforts, you may find yourself feeling persistently sad or anxious, plagued by physical complaints, unable to sleep, irritable and hopeless, triggered to use and unable to face routine chores. If these feelings last for a while, IT’S OKAY TO ASK FOR HELP!
Find a Mental Health or Substance Use provider/ program with IMMEDIATE availability at Search – Fast Tracker (fasttrackermn.org)
DHS seeks input on online search tools for finding mental health and substance use disorder treatment
The Minnesota Department of Human Services is asking stakeholders to complete an online survey by Jan. 20, 2023, to improve currently existing online tools that direct individuals to mental health and substance use disorder services.
The survey gives stakeholders an opportunity to identify what tools are currently being used and what improvements could be made to those tools.
Also included in the survey are questions regarding the culturally specific functionality of these online tools and how that can be improved. The responses will be used to determine how to direct funding related to these online tools and any potential new tools.
Instructions for navigating this web-based survey:
Click the RESET button to reset answers on the current page in the survey.
Click the SUBMIT button on the last page to submit your completed survey to DHS.
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CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY |
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Tue, Jan 24: Exercise and Eating Disorders: Helping Clients Return to Healthy Engagement with Exercise – Free Online Webinar -1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST
See you all next year!
If you have any news or announcements you would like added to the FastTrackerMN.org Newsletter, please Email us:
Samantha with Substance Use Programs – Samantha@FastTrackerMN.org and
Jessica with Mental Health – Jessica@FastTrackerMN.org