SIX STONES WELLNESS CENTER

In This Issue

Welcome

Recovery is important

Substance Abuse &

Mental Health

Recovery Principles

Hope in Recovery

Supports

Co-occurring Disorders

PTSD Support Group

Zucchini Bread

Benefits of Hugging

Member Activities

Commodities

Contact Six Stones

Wellness Center with

any questions at

841-0810.

Welcome….

Six Stones Wellness Center is looking forward to

September!

We are promoting recovery awareness. SSWC

will be beginning a Movement Group and a Belief Group. We welcome individuals with Mental Health challenges and recovery needs who are interested in overcoming barriers and maintaining a strong mental health wellness. We provide

informational supports to Veterans. Six Stones Wellness Center is peer driven supportive service. Our members decide on the activities, groups and meetings. The staff at Six Stones Wellness Center is excited to support the efforts in achieving

stability, gaining knowledge and learning skills that are important to achieve independence and stability. Members enjoy great conversations, adult coloring, arts and crafts, games and much more.

We look forward to seeing you!

Six Stones Wellness Center Newsletter September 2016

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Mental and/or substance use disorders affect millions of Americans and directly touch the lives of individuals, family members, neighbors, and colleagues. Families often deal with the complex dynamics of supporting a loved one in recovery while at the same time learning how to take care of their own well-being. Given the widespread impact and societal cost of these behavioral health conditions, it’s important for communities to make prevention, treatment, and recovery support services available and accessible for all who need them.

National Recovery Month encourages increase awareness of behavioral health conditions. This celebration promotes the message that behavioral health is essential to overall health, prevention works, treatment is effective, and people can and do recover from mental and/or substance use disorders.

WHY SUPPORTING RECOVERY IS IMPORTANT

The prevalence of mental and/or substance use disorders is high.

Among adults aged 18 or older, 43.6 million (18.1 percent of adults) had any mental illness in the past year.

Approximately 21.5 million people age 12 or older were classified with a substance use disorder in 2014.

In spite of their high prevalence, most Americans believe that recovery from a mental illness or a substance use disorder is possible.

For many people, recovery emerges from hope, which is fostered by friends, families, mentors, providers, colleagues, and others who have experienced recovery themselves.

This may include professional clinical treatment, use of medications, support from families and in schools, services through homeless programs, faith-based approaches, peer support, and other approaches.

Substance Abuse and

Mental Health

Substance Abuse and

Co-Occurring Disorders

When you have both a substance abuse

problem and a mental health issue such

as depression, bipolar disorder, or

anxiety, it is called a co-occurring

disorder or dual diagnosis. Dealing with

substance abuse, alcoholism, or drug

addiction is never easy, and it’s even

more difficult when you’re also

struggling with mental health problems,

but there are treatments that can help.

With proper treatment, support, and

self-help strategies, you can overcome

a dual diagnosis and reclaim your life.

People with mental health disorders are

more likely than people without mental

health disorders to experience an alcohol

or substance use disorder.

Co-occurring disorders can be difficult to

diagnose due to the complexity of

symptoms, as both may vary in severity.

In many cases, people receive treatment

for one disorder while the other disorder

remains untreated.

If you are struggling with depression or know someone who is, there is help.

Siskiyou County BHS Crisis Hot Line is available for individuals

as a direct result of a mental health disorder.

1.800.842.8979 After Hours

SUICIDEPREVENTIONLIFELINE.ORG

Who should use the Lifeline Crisis Chat program? Anyone who is depressed, despairing, going through a hard time, or just needs to talk, including people who are thinking about suicide. Any life issues may be discussed on the Chat program. The chat specialists are there to listen and support you through whatever difficult times you may be facing.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255): Suicide hotline,

24/7 free and confidential, nationwide network of crisis centers

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Red flag feelings and behaviors that may require

immediate attention:

Inability to sleep

Feeling down, hopeless, or helpless most of the

time

Concentration problems that interfere with work

or home life

Using nicotine, food, drugs, or alcohol to cope

with difficult emotions

Negative or self-destructive thoughts or fears that

you can't control

Thoughts of death or suicide

If you identify with any of these red flag

symptoms, make an appointment with a mental

health professional.

Recovery Principles

These principles of recovery can help establish a blueprint for your recovery journey. It’s important for people living with these conditions to become aware that they are not alone in their efforts.

The right support system can help ensure that those in need are addressing the four key aspects of recovery.

1. Health: The person learns to over come or manage his or her condition or symptoms to help in making informed, healthy choices that support physical and emotional well-being.

2. Home: It is also im portant to have a stable and safe place to live.

3. Purpose: A person in recovery participates in meaningful daily activities, such as a job, school, volunteer opportunities, family caretaking, or creative endeavors, and has the independence, income, and resources to participate in society.

4. Community: Relationships and social networks should provide support, friendship, love, and hope. Anyone can be affected by mental and/or substance use disorders.

SAMHSA has established a working definition of recovery that defines recovery as a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. Recovery is built on access to evidence-based clinical treatment and recovery support services for all populations.

Mental and substance use disorders affect people from all walks of life and all age groups. These illnesses are common, recurrent, and often serious, but they are treatable and many people do recover. Learning about some of the most common mental and substance use disorders can help people recognize their signs and to seek help.

Hope in Recovery The belief that these challenges and conditions can be overcome, is the foundation of recovery. A person’s recovery is built on his or her strengths, talents, coping abilities, resources, and inherent values. It is holistic, addresses the whole person and their community, and is supported by peers, friends, and family members. The process of recovery is highly personal and occurs via many pathways. It may include clinical treatment, medications, faith-based approaches, peer support, family support, self-care, and other approaches. Recovery is characterized by continual growth and improvement in one’s health and wellness that may involve setbacks. Because setbacks are a natural part of life, resilience becomes a key component of recovery. Resilience refers to an individual’s ability to cope with adversity and adapt to challenges or change. Resilience develops over time and gives an individual the capacity not only to cope with life’s challenges but also to be better prepared for the next stressful situation. Optimism and the ability to remain hopeful are essential to resilience and the process of recovery.

Recovery Support Services Is provided through treatment, services, and community-based programs by behavioral health care providers,

peer providers, family members, friends and social networks. Has a faith support community as well as people with experience in recovery. Recovery support services help people enter into and navigate systems of care, remove barriers to recovery, stay

engaged in the recovery process, and live full lives in communities of their choice. Recovery support services include culturally and linguistically appropriate services that assist individuals and

families working toward recovery from mental and/or substance use problems. They incorporate a full range of social, legal, and other services that facilitate recovery, wellness, and linkage to

and coordination among service providers, and other supports shown to improve quality of life for people in and seeking recovery and their families.

SAMHSA

Integrating mental health, substance use, and primary care services produces the best outcomes and proves the most effective approach to caring for people with multiple health care needs. Wellness strategies are best achieved by a combination of the following:

Follow a Healthy Lifestyle

Don’t smoke or use addictive substances.

Limit alcohol intake.

Eat healthy foods and exercise regularly.

Monitor your weight, blood pressure, sleep patterns, and other important health indicators including oral (teeth and gum) health.

Work with a Primary Care Doctor

Communication between people with mental health problems, mental health professionals, and primary care providers is essential.

See a primary care physician regularly (at least twice a year). Ask Questions!

Know about medications or alternative treatments

Review and act on results of check-ups and health screenings.

Monitor existing and/or new symptoms.

Speak up about any concerns or doubts. SAMHSA

Supports

The process of recovery is supported through relationships and social networks. This often involves family members who become the champions of their loved one’s recovery. They provide essential support to their family member’s journey of recovery and similarly experience the moments of positive healing as well as the difficult challenges.

Families of people in recovery may experience adversities in their social, occupational, and financial lives, as well as in their overall quality of family life. These experiences can lead to increased family stress, guilt, shame, anger, fear, anxiety, loss, grief, and isolation. The concept of resilience in recovery is also vital for family members who need access to intentional supports that promote their health and well-being. The support of peers and friends is also crucial in engaging and supporting individuals in recovery.

Self-help for Substance Abuse and Co-occurring Disorders

Getting sober is only the beginning. Your continued recovery depends on continuing mental health

treatment, learning healthier coping strategies, and making better decisions when dealing with life’s

challenges.

Recovery tip 1: Recognize and manage overwhelming stress and emotions

Learn how to manage stress. Stress is inevitable, so it’s important to have healthy coping skills

so you can deal with stress without turning to alcohol or drugs. Stress management skills go a long

way towards preventing relapse and keeping your symptoms at bay.

Know your triggers and have an action plan. If you’re coping with a mental disorder as well, it’s especially important to know signs that your illness is flaring up. Common causes include stressful events, big life changes, or unhealthy sleeping or eating. At these times, having a plan in place is essential to preventing drug relapse. Who will you talk to? What do you need to do?

Recovery tip 2: Stay connected

Get therapy or stay involved in a support group. Your chances of staying sober improve if

you are participating in a social support group like AA, NA or if you are getting therapy.

Follow doctor’s orders. Once you are sober and you feel better, you might think you no longer need medication or treatment. But arbitrarily stopping medication or treatment is a common reason for relapse in people with co-occurring disorders. Always talk with your doctor before making any changes to your medication or treatment routine.

Recovery tip 3: Make healthy lifestyle changes

Practice relaxation techniques. When practiced regularly, relaxation techniques such as

mindfulness meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, and deep breathing can reduce symptoms

of stress, anxiety, and depression, and increase feelings of relaxation and emotional well-being.

Adopt healthy eating habits. Start the day right with breakfast, and continue with frequent

small meals throughout the day. Going too long without eating leads to low blood sugar, which can

make you feel more stressed or anxious.

Exercise regularly. Exercise is a natural way to bust stress, relieve anxiety, and improve your

mood and outlook. To achieve the maximum benefit, aim for at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise

on most days.

Get enough sleep. A lack of sleep can exacerbate stress, anxiety, and depression, so try to get 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep a night.

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Helping a loved one with a substance abuse and mental

health problem

Helping a loved one with both a substance abuse and a mental

health problem can be a roller coaster. Resistance to treatment is

common and the road to recovery can be long.

The best way to help someone is to accept what you can and cannot

do. You cannot force someone to remain sober, nor can you make

someone take their medication or keep appointments. What you can

do is make positive choices for yourself, encourage your loved one

to get help, and offer your support while making sure you don’t lose

yourself in the process.

Seek support. Dealing with a loved one's dual diagnosis of

mental illness and substance abuse can be painful and isolating.

Make sure you're getting the emotional support you need to cope.

Talk to someone you trust about what you're going through. It can

also help to get your own therapy or join a support group.

Set boundaries. Be realistic about the amount of care you're

able to provide without feeling overwhelmed and resentful. Set

limits on disruptive behaviors, and stick to them. Letting the

co-occurring disorders take over your life isn't healthy for you or

your loved one.

Educate yourself. Learn all you can about your loved one’s

mental health problem, as well as substance abuse treatment and

recovery. The more you understand what your loved one is going

through, the better able you’ll be to support recovery.

Be patient. Recovering from a dual diagnosis doesn’t happen

overnight. Recovery is an ongoing process that can take months or

years, and relapse is common. Ongoing support for both you and

your loved one is crucial as you work toward recovery.

Post Traumatic

Service Dogs

“Lending our heroes a hand”

Chuck & Tammie Pipkins

(530) 340-0233

info@posttraumaticservicedogs.org

Join us for

Veterans Coffee & Services

on September 9th at 10:00

Call for more information.

Eating Well Zucchini Bread SERVINGS: 12

New South County

Peer Support Group

At South County BHS Office

on 909 Ream Avenue in Mt. Shasta, CA

on Friday at 9:30 am to 11:30 am

EatingWell Test Kitchen

This simple zucchini bread recipe is a great way to use up your

summer bumper crop of zucchini. Try it with toasted walnuts or

raisins, or add chocolate chips for a more dessert like bread.

Freeze 2-cup portions of shredded zucchini so you can make

zucchini bread all year long.

1. Preheat oven to 350 °F. Coat a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.

2. Whisk milk, eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla in a medium bowl. Stir in zucchini. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl; stir in the wet ingredients and chocolate chips (if using) until just combined. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan.

3. Bake until golden brown and a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour.

4. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack. Let cool for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Make Ahead Tip: Wrap and store at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Equipment: 9-by-5-inch loaf pan

Note: White whole-wheat flour, made from a special variety of white wheat, is light in color and flavor but has the same nutritional properties as regular whole-wheat flour. It is available at large supermarkets and natural-foods stores.

Storage smarts: For long-term freezer storage, wrap your food in a layer of plastic wrap followed by a layer of foil. The plastic will help prevent freezer burn while the foil will help keep off-odors from seeping into the food.

Ingredients

3/4 cup low-fat milk

2 large eggs

3/4 cup sugar

1/3 cup canola oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups shredded zucchini

2 cups white whole-wheat flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon gr. cinnamon

Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or Walnuts

Quilting Project.

Learning to sew.

Art Journaling.

Join us for a

group today!

Enjoying group activities!

Six Stones Wellness Center’s

1st Annual

Healing Arts & Talent Show

Contact Us

Give us a call for more

information about our program.

Northern Valley Catholic

Social Service

Six Stones Wellness Center

1501 South Main Street

Yreka, CA 96097

(530) 841-0810

Hours: 10 am to 3 pm, M-F

Snap-Ed

Snap-Ed stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–Education. This program focuses on bettering the lives of others through nutrition and physical education. SNAP-Ed is a program of NVCSS and is coming to Six Stones Wellness Center. Come join Nancy Christie who will share her recipes while promoting a healthy life style.

Transportation Challenges?

Transportation is available to Six Stones

Wellness Center for South County, Yreka

and Montague areas.

Please call 841-0810 with any questions. Where and when are Commodities given out?

Canned, fresh and frozen foods are distributed at 22 sites

throughout Siskiyou County every other month to residents where

their nearest site is located. Call 530-938-4115 ext. 134 for a

recorded list of all sites and dates for the upcoming month. Dates

are determined a year in advance by the Federal government.

FREE

Tailgate Produce Party

Fresh Produce to 4 locations in Siskiyou Co.

From May to end of October

2nd Tuesday

Siskiyou Opportunity Center 11 am

Fort Jones Community Church 2 pm

3rd Tuesday

Weed GNS Annex 11 am

Dorris—Butte Valley Community Park 2 pm