Professional Development Opportunity!

Applications Now Being Accepted for the 2019 Eric Gilbertson Advocacy Institute for Behavioral Health

SPONSORED BY THE ARIZONA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CORPORATION

WHAT: Six days of advocacy training and a comprehensive overview of the AZ behavioral health system

WHERE: Foundation for Senior Living (FSL – Caregiver House) 1201 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014

WHEN: Saturdays – 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (repeats every other Saturday)

September 7, 2019
September 21, 2019
October 5, 2019
October 19, 2019
November 2, 2019
November 16, 2019

WHY: To better navigate the behavioral health system and obtain skills for self-advocacy & systematic change!

For an application, visit www.azabc.org or call 602-712-9200

Completed applications are due by Friday, August 9^th and can be e-mailed to [email protected] or mailed to ABC, 501 E Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Note: There is a $10 non-refundable application fee and, for those accepted into the class, a $75 program fee

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The Eric Gilbertson Advocacy Institute for Behavioral Health is designed for service recipients, family members, board members of behavioral health agencies, individuals concerned about quality behavioral health services in Arizona.

This curriculum provides a comprehensive overview of the Arizona behavioral health system and to assist you in becoming an effective advocate for those receiving behavioral health services.

The Institute provides information, training, and resources to participants on behavioral health issues as the system continues to move towards integration of physical and behavioral health.

The curriculum is designed to empower you at the individual, provider, and system level to be a voice about what works and what needs improvement. The Institute will provide participants with opportunities to meet and talk with leaders and advocates in the Arizona behavioral health system.

Additionally, you will have an opportunity to meet and unite with others who have a similar interest in creating a powerful voice on important issues.

You will also learn how various state agencies are responsible for the delivery of integrated behavioral health services and how the public policy process works at the state and national levels to impact behavioral health policy.

Topics Covered:

• History of the Disability Movement State Agencies That Deliver Services to Individuals
• The Role of DHS, DES, AHCCCS, DOE, the Courts & Corrections
• The Role of the Regional Behavioral Health Authorities (RBHAs) & Complete Care Contractors
• Community Supports State & Federal Policy Legislative Process
• Organizing for Change