D ecember ` s I ssue - Chicago Hispanic Health Coalition

December 2012
December’s Issue
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Low-stress Holidays
Whether you’re trying to make all the
usual holiday rounds or if you’re not sure your wallet can take the financial
demands of the season, the holidays
can cause undue stress. Try the
following simple tips, designed to
decrease the stress in your life this
holiday season.
It’s hard to find the time and energy needed to meet holiday demands.
Taking some time out of each day for
yourself can relax you and make tasks
easier to accomplish. Even if your “you time” is spent exercising or cleaning, it’s
still time that’s spent on your own, away from the demands of others. Do
whatever you need to find some time to
relax and relieve stress.
Give yourself permission to say no. It
can be easier to say, “Sure, I’ll make a batch of cookies for tomorrow’s class
party,” than to tell your child’s teacher that you don’t have time, but saying “no” is necessary at times. Prioritize, and
give yourself a break—nobody has the
time, energy or money to do everything.
Don’t run yourself ragged. If you don’t get enough sleep, your energy levels
and health suffer. If possible, try to get
seven to eight hours of sleep each night.
If your holiday season involves giftgiving, be sensible. Try to avoid feeling
obligated to give expensive gifts—if
you’re worried that others will spend a
lot on you, come up with creative
solutions. Instead of gifting each of your
close friends, ask if they’d like to draw names, each buying a gift for one
individual. You could also give
homemade gifts, or set price limits to
save everybody money.
Safe Toys and Gifts
Month
December is Safe Toys and Gifts
Month. When purchasing toys and gifts
this month, think about whether or not
they have small parts that could become
detached, sharp or pointy edges or
pieces, or if they pose some other type
of risk.
Realize that, especially when giving a
gift to a child, the item may not be used
for its intended purpose, and plan
accordingly. Pay attention to suggested
ages as well, keeping toys away from
children who are too young for them.
DID YOU KNOW
Focus on doing what is best for you this
holiday season, and not letting high
demands bring you down.
Choking is among the top five
causes of accidental death in
the United States, with children
under the age of three being at
the highest risk.
Toys and other gifts can be
hazardous and even deadly, so
pay extra attention to safety
labels and warnings when
purchasing items for children.
Part 1
FREE Train-the-Trainer Workshop
Friday, December 6, 2013
South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association
1904 174th Street, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
Thursday, December 12, 2013
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
3333 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL 60064
8:30 – 9:00 AM Registration and Refreshments
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Workshop
Learn HEAL’s core teaching methods and practice activities you will use
to train community health workers and other health educators.
Only 20 seats available at each site. Pre-registration required.
DEADLINES: Hazel Crest location - NOVEMBER 29, 2013
DEADLINE EXTENDED!
North Chicago location – DECEMBER 6, 2013 →→→
Complete registration form and e-mail to [email protected]
or fax it to 312-996-3212.
Questions? Call 312-413-0507.
HEAL: A Guide to Healthy Eating & Active Living
FREE Train-the-Trainer Workshop
In order to participate in this Train-the-Trainer Workshop, you must:
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Be affiliated with an organization working to improve the health of Latinos and African Americans.
Have a working knowledge of the benefits of eating healthy food and the risks of unhealthy eating.
Agree to train at least 15 community health workers, peer health educators, or community residents within 6
months after this session at no cost to them.
Agree to participate in the overall and ongoing evaluation of HEAL.
Agree to adhere to the HEAL copyright and not make any modifications to the materials.
Understand and speak English.
By completing this application form, I agree that I meet and will comply with the above requirements.
Which workshop session do you plan to attend? Select one.
_____ Friday, December 6, 2013
South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association
1904 174th Street, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
_____ Thursday, December 12, 2013
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
3333 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL 60064
Name:
Position:
Organization:
E-mail (required):
Phone (required):
Specialization (e.g., asthma):
Languages you speak:
Community area(s) you serve (e.g. Hazel Crest, IL):
Describe your experience improving healthy eating in Latino/African American communities.
Describe your experience working with community health workers or peer health educators.
How do you intend to use the HEAL Guide after this training?
Return this form by e-mail to [email protected] or by fax to 312-996-3212. You will be
contacted by email to confirm your registration in the workshop. Questions? Call 312-413-0507.
STRUGGLING WITH YOUR
MORTGAGE PAYMENT?
WE CAN HELP.
CONTACT US TODAY.
888-532-3021
The process for getting mortgage help
can be complicated and confusing, but
you are not alone. We can help. Let our
expert housing counselors be your guide.
We’ll work with you and your mortgage
company to find the right solution for
your individual situation.
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
December 7th | 9 am to 2 pm
Peter A. Reinberg Elementary School
3425 N Major Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
For More Information
888-532-3021
¿PROBLEMAS CON SUS
PAGOS HIPOTECARIOS?
NOSOTROS PODEMOS AYUDARLE.
CONTACTENOS HOY.
888-532-3021
El proceso para obtener ayuda hipotecaria
puede ser complicado y confuso, pero no está
solo. Nosotros podemos ayudarle. Deje que
nuestros expertos asesores de vivienda sean
su guía. Trabajaremos con usted y con su compañía hipotecaria para encontrar la solución
apropiada para su situación.
EVENTO COMUNITARIO GRATUITO
Deciembre 7th | 9 am to 2 pm
Peter A. Reinberg Elementary School
3425 N Major Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Para más información
888-532-3021
We wanted to remind you that December 13th is the last day for
Illinois State retirees to enroll into one of the state-sponsored
Medicare Advantage Plans. State retirees can call the toll-free
hotline at 1-800-610-2091 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
for assistance in filling out the TRAIL Enrollment Form for
the new Medicare Advantage with Prescription Drug
program. If State retirees have more technical assistance questions, they
should contact their State Retirement System: ·∙ State Universities Retirement System: 800-275-7877,
217-378-8800 ·∙ State Employees Retirement System: 312-814-5853,
217-785-7444, TTY 217-785-7218 ·∙ Teacher Retirement System: 800-877-7896, 866-3260087 TTY Lastly, we wanted to remind you of the informational seminars
available to State retirees regarding changes to their retiree
health benefits. The full schedule of seminars being held
throughout the state is attached. Also, please refer to the
attached flyer with information about two additional seminars
being hosted by Senator Don Harmon and Representative
Camille Lilly at the Oak Park Public Library at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30
p.m. on December 9th. As always, please let us know if you have any questions. ¿De qué se trata el programa educativo De Familia a Familia de NAMI Chicago?
De Familia a Familia es un programa de 6 sesiones gratuitas para familiares, parejas, amigos, y seres queridos
de adultos que viven con una enfermedad mental. El curso esta diseñado para ayudar a toda la familia a
entender y apoyar a seres queridos que viven con un trastorno mental, sin descuidar el propio bienestar del
círculo familiar. El curso incluye información sobre trastornos mentales como la esquizofrenia, el trastorno
bipolar, y la depresión severa entre otros. Miles de familias describen el programa como una experiencia que ha
cambiado sus vidas. El programa es liderado por instructores capacitados que también son familiares de adultos
que viven con enfermedades mentales y saben, de primera mano, lo que significa tener un ser querido en estas
circunstancias.
NAMI Chicago ofrecerá el programa educativo ‘De Familia a Familia’ empezando el sábado,
14 de diciembre. El curso se llevará a cabo los sábados de 10 am a 2:30 pm en el segundo
piso de NAMI Chicago.
Este curso GRATUITO cubre los siguientes temas:
 Esquizofrenia, Depresión Mayor, Trastorno Bipolar,
Trastorno de Estrés-Postraumático, Trastorno de Pánico
y Obsesivo-Compulsivo
 La diagnosis y las etapas severas
 Como enfrentar crisis y recaídas
 Medicamentos
 Técnicas para escuchar y comunicarse
 Destrezas para resolver problemas
 Recuperación y rehabilitación
 Cuidado de sí mismo cuando hay excesiva preocupación
y estrés
Perspectiva de un participante
“Este curso me ha ayudado a darme cuenta que mi hijo aún está
dentro de su cuerpo que, muchas veces, está escondido debido a
la enfermedad mental con la que vive y que no estoy sola en
esto.”
Contáctenos para registrarse en la clase De Familia a Familia de NAMI Chicago
Edlyn Rodríguez
NAMI Chicago
1536 W. Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 563-0445
españ[email protected]
www.namichicago.com
www.facebook.com/namigcespañol
Grupo de Apoyo para familiares y pacientes se reúne cada 2º y 4º jueves del
mes de 6 – 8 pm. Este grupo le dará la oportunidad de conocer y hablar con
otras personas que comparten los mismos sentimientos y emociones, las
mismas experiencias y frustraciones y las mismas situaciones de la vida
cotidiana dentro de su familia. En comunicar esas experiencias y obtener las
perspectivas de otros le podrá ayudarle a manejar las diversas y complejas
situaciones provocadas por una enfermedad mental.
Acerca de NAMI
NAMI, la Alianza Nacional de Enfermedades Mentales, es la organización
más importante de salud mental con base comunitaria dedicada a mejorar
las vidas de individuos y familias afectados por trastornos mentales. NAMI
Chicago es una organización filial de NAMI. NAMI Chicago y sus
voluntarios, miembros, y dedicados líderes trabajan sin descanso para
crear conciencia y proporcionar educación, defensa y programas de apoyo
grupal para quienes viven con trastornos mentales y para sus seres
queridos.
What is the NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program?
NAMI Family-to-Family is a free 6-session education program for family, partners, friends and significant
others of adults living with mental illness. The course is designed to help all family members understand
and support their loved one living with mental illness, while maintaining their own well-being. The course
includes information on illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression and other
mental health conditions. Thousands of families describe the program as life-changing. The program is
taught by trained teachers who are also family members and know what it is like to have a loved one living
with mental illness.
NAMI Chicago will offer its NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program in Spanish on
Saturday, December 14th. It will be held on Saturdays from 10 am - 2:30 pm on the second
floor of NAMI Chicago.
This free course includes the following topics:
™ Schizophrenia, Depression, Bipolar Disorder,
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Borderline
Personality Disorder, Anxiety & Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder
™ Diagnosis and critical periods
™ Handling periods of crisis and relapse
™ Information on medications
™ Gaining empathy by understanding what a
person with a mental illness experiences
™ Problem solving and communication techniques
™ Recovery and Rehabilitation
™ Self- care for the caregiver; coping with worry, stress
and overload.
Participant Perspective
“The course has helped me to realize that my son is still
inside the body, that he is often times hidden by the
mental illness and that I am not alone in this.”
Contact us to register for this NAMI Family-to-Family class!
Edlyn Rodríguez
NAMI Chicago
1536 W. Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 563-0445
españ[email protected]
www.namichicago.com
www.facebook.com/namigcespañol
Our Support Group in Spanish for family members and persons
living with a mental illness meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday of
the month from 6-8 pm. This group gives you the opportunity to
meet and talk with others who share the same feelings and
emotions, the same experiences and frustrations and the same
daily life situations within your family. Communicating these
experiences and receiving others' perspectives can help to
manage the various complex situations caused by mental illness.
About NAMI
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s
largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to
building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by
mental illness. NAMI Chicago is an affiliate of NAMI Illinois. NAMI
Chicago and dedicated volunteers, members and leaders work
tirelessly to raise awareness and provide essential education,
advocacy and support group programs for people in our
community living with mental illness and their loved ones.
SAVE THE DATE
The Latino Provider Sustainability Initiative
telephone conference call on
Medicaid Certification for
Mental Health Services
Presented by:
Cathy Cumpston, Chief, Illinois Department of Human Services, Bureau
of Accreditation, Licensure and Certification (BALC)
December 16, 2013
9:30am to 11:00am
This is a continuation of the Medicaid workshop held on November 1st which did
not address mental health due to technical difficulties in connecting with
Springfield.
Conference call number will be sent next week
Hello there IHNA members and future members
JOIN us… THURSDAY December 19th, 2013 @ 6:00
PM to 8:30 PM Chamberlain College of Nursing, Chicago
Campus Room 121 3300 N. Campbell Ave Chicago, IL 60630 BRING a
Toy and
or Coat
to
benefit
Youth
Service
Project
in
Humbold
t Park
ages 612 yrs. of
age In addition prepare to focus and prepare for
prosperity in 2014 we shall have an
Educational Presentation on taking control of
your Financial Security! COMMUNITY HEALTH ASSETS
AND NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Berwyn, Cicero, Garfield Ridge, and Stickney
Alivio Medical Center, Berwyn Township Public Health District, Chicago Department of Public Health, Town of Cicero Health Department,
Cook County Department of Public Health, Corazón Community Services, Faith Community Reformed Church, Garfield Ridge Civic
League, Interfaith Leadership Project, MacNeal Hospital, PCC Community Wellness Center, Pillars, Saint Jane de Chantal Parish, Solutions
for Care, Stickney Public Health District, Youth Crossroads, and the RWJF Center for Health Policy at the University of New Mexico
HOW HEALTHY IS YOUR COMMUNITY?
HOW IS YOUR HEALTH TODAY?
DO YOU HAVE AN OPINION?
PARTICIPATE IN THE HEALTH SURVEY!
 Your address may be selected to represent Berwyn
 If selected, you will receive a letter notifying you
 A CHANA surveyors will come to interview you
 Please, participate in the short health survey
 The interview is available in English, Spanish, and Polish
 You will receive a ten-dollar gift certificate for participating
 You will help to improve health conditions in Berwyn
The survey will take place in Berwyn
from November 18 to December 22
For more information call 708-541-5904,
or send an email to [email protected]
For more information, visit us: www.chana-project.org/chana2014
EVALUACION COMUNITARIA DE
RECURSOS Y NECESIDADES DE SALUD
Berwyn, Cicero, Garfield Ridge, and Stickney
Alivio Medical Center, Berwyn Township Public Health District, Chicago Department of Public Health, Town of Cicero Health Department,
Cook County Department of Public Health, Corazón Community Services, Faith Community Reformed Church, Garfield Ridge Civic
League, Interfaith Leadership Project, MacNeal Hospital, PCC Community Wellness Center, Pillars, Saint Jane de Chantal Parish, Solutions
for Care, Stickney Public Health District, Youth Crossroads, and the RWJF Center for Health Policy at the University of New Mexico
¿QUE SALUDABLE ESTA TU COMUNIDAD?
¿COMO ESTA TU SALUD HOY?
¿TIENES ALGUNA OPINION?
¡PARTICIPA EN LA ENCUESTA DE SALUD!
 Tu dirección podría ser seleccionada para representar a Berwyn
 Si es seleccionada, recibirás una carta notificándote
 Un encuestador de CHANA vendrá a entrevistarte
 Por favor, participa en la breve encuesta de salud
 La entrevista está disponible en Inglés, Español, y Polaco
 Recibirás un certificado de regalo de diez dólares por participar
 Ayudaras a mejorar las condiciones de salud en Berwyn
La encuesta tomara lugar en Berwyn
del 18 de noviembre al 22 de diciembre
Para más información, llame al 708-541-5904,
o mande un email a [email protected]
Para más información, visítenos en: www.chana-project.org/chana2014
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard, Mail Stop S2-26-12
Baltimore, Maryland 21244-1850
CMCS Informational Bulletin
DATE:
December 3, 2013
FROM:
Cindy Mann
Director
SUBJECT: Medicaid and CHIP Application and Eligibility Data
Today the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is pleased to release the first in a series
of monthly reports on state Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) data.
Today’s report represents state Medicaid and CHIP agency activity for October, which coincides with
the first month of the Health Insurance Marketplace initial open enrollment period. These data were
reported by state Medicaid and CHIP agencies as part of the Medicaid and CHIP Performance
Indicator process. State Medicaid and CHIP programs submit weekly and monthly data to CMS on a
range of indicators related to application, eligibility, and enrollment processes. This report focuses on
those monthly indicators that relate to key processes relevant during the Marketplace open enrollment
period. This information supplements data on Marketplace activity that has been released by HHS.
These data will be released monthly and we will continue to refine and improve the information as
more comprehensive information becomes available.
To see the full report, please access it online at
http://www.medicaid.gov/AffordableCareAct/Medicaid-Moving-Forward2014/Downloads/Medicaid-CHIP-Monthly-Enrollment-Report.pdf
Our Mission
Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care empowers people to live with dignity and hope while coping
with illness, loss and the end of life.
Value Statement
We will be the best in class for the relief of symptoms, the prevention of suffering, grief support
and specialty education.
www.RainbowHospice.org
Grief Support Group in Spanish
Dates: November 1, 2013, December 6, 2013,
January 3, 2014, February 7, 2014, March 7, 2014,
April 4, 2014, May 2, 2014, June 6th 2014.
The support group will take place on the first Friday of each month.
Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Place: Presence Saint Elizabeth Hospital
1431 North Claremont Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 - Lake Shore Room (10th floor)
Phone: 773-278-2000
Cost: Free
For Registration: please call Rosy Tyree 1-847-685-9900 ext: 1028
Grupo de Apoyo Para Los Personas En Luto
Cuando: Noviembre 1, 2013, Diciembre 6, 2013,
Enero 3, 2014, Febrero 7, 2014, Marzo 7, 2014,
Abril 4, 2014, Mayo 2, 2014, Junio 6, 2014 .
*El primer Viernes de cada mes.
La Hora: 7:00pm-8:30pm
Lugar: Presence Saint Elizabeth Hospital
1431 North Claremont Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 - Lake Shore Room (piso 10)
Phone: 773-278-2000
Gratis
Registración: Se requiere inscripción. Para más información y/o para
registrarse, por favor comuníquese con Rosy Tyree 1-847-685-9900 extensión 1028
Main Office: 1550 Bishop Court, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
P: 847-685-9900 F: 847-294-9613
Patient and Family Services
Rev.09/2013
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Chicago Office: Presence St. Elizabeth Hospital
Chicago, IL 60622
Grief and Loss Center
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Palliative Care Consultation
Oak Park Office: Oak Park Arms
Oak Park, IL 60203
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LIFE Institute for Learning