Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - Noon to 1:00 PM - Cleveland 418
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers Weight Watchers meetings on campus every Wednesday from noon to 1:00 p.m. The meetings are open to faculty, staff, and students.
If you want to know more before joining, we will be having an informational meeting. If you are currently attending these meetings, keep up the great work and get ready to welcome some new members! If you have been thinking about joining, then NOW is the best time to join.
The benefits of the “At-Work” Program:
[*] Flexibility – When you sign up for the Monthly Pass, you’ll get access to weekly at-work meetings, unlimited local meetings, plus eTools*, and their internet weight-loss companion.
[*] Convenience – Weight Watchers brings the meetings right to campus, so even the busiest person can still attend.
[*] Daily motivation – Since a majority of our week is most likely spent at work and/or school, attending Weight Watchers on campus creates a great network for ongoing support and motivation.
[*] Fee – Participants must register for a Monthly Pass costing $39.95/month, which is less expensive than the Weight Watchers Center, payable by credit card, debit card, or PayPal.
* Weight Watchers Mobile Apps are available to Weight Watchers Online and eTools subscribers on select devices, including iPhone, iPad and Android.
Presenter: Jennifer A. Kiener
Thursday, January 8, 2015 - 12:00 - 1:30 PM - Butler Library 208
Many people find it difficult to discuss their final wishes, or to listen to the final wishes of others. This workshop gives participants a way to start thinking and talking about the topic. Participants learn more about issues related to health care proxies and living wills, and they receive a booklet with the necessary forms. Topics include how to choose a health care proxy, steps to completing (or helping others complete) a health care proxy, and important information that should be included in a living will.
The MOLST form, a relatively new form in New York State, is generally for patients with serious health conditions. This workshop will include a brief description of that form.
Presenter: Mary Durlak, writer, college relations
From my own experience with my parents’ illnesses and deaths, I learned that a Health Care Proxy and Living Will is truly a gift to the family. Through Compassion and Support, led by Dr. Patricia Bomba, I attended training about end-of-life issues. I learned to facilitate small-group community discussions and workshops about health care proxies, living wills, and, most recently, MOLST (medical orders for life-sustaining treatment) forms.
Participants will learn skills to perform Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on adults, children and infants and how to relieve choking in adults, children and infants. Participants will also learn how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Participants will practice these skills individually on their own manikin. This is a free class, and participants will receive an American Heart Association CPR/AED Certification good for 2 years. Participants need to attend 1 class only.
Presenter: Ashley Allen
Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Butler 318
From the Doctor’s office into the street. From Pain medication to Heroin addiction
The new addict could be a student, friend, co-worker, family or a person sitting next to you.
Know the path to addiction.
Get informed, the life you save, could be your own.
Presenters: Avi Isreal, Colleen Babcock, Dr. Richard Blondell
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Avi Israel is a retired electrician, turned advocate. Avi has over 30 years of experience within the electrical industry. His most recent position was a General Forman at Frey Electric Construction Company Inc. Avi is the father of Michael David Israel. He, along with his wife Julie Israel, co- founded Save The Michaels of The World; of which he is also President. Avi has been recognized for his hard work and advocacy by many organizations, including; the 2012 WNY Chemical Dependency Consortium Community Award and, most recently, the National Association of Social Workers NYS Chapter’s 2014 Public Citizen of the Year Award. Avi’s many accomplishments are exemplified in the I-STOP Legislation and the Michael David Israel Laws. Avi was the driving force in getting both of these statutes passed. Additionally, Avi worked with US Attorney Bill Hochul on the Call to Action Public Awareness Forum at the University of Buffalo. This forum included the New York Attorney General, DEA and local WNY law enforcement agencies. Avi has testified before the United States Senate as well as in front of several FDA Panels on the dangers of prescription drug abuse. Avi has constant communication and collaboration with local and federal legislators on advocating for a full range of improved services for the WNY community. He was also an initiator of local CME Classes for the 8 Counties of WNY. Currently, Avi is working with national groups such as, Advocates for Reform of Prescription Opioids (ARPO) and Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing (PROP) on a national awareness campaign. He is simultaneously collaborating with Blue Cross & Blue Shield on doctor’s education and public awareness in New York State as well as with Integrated Health System on their informational call centers. Avi’s mission is sincerely altruistic. He never wants another parent to experience what he and his family have; the needless passing of their son. |
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Dr. Blondell is a Professor and Vice Chair for Addiction Medicine in the State University of New York at Buffalo (University at Buffalo) Department of Family Medicine, and he is the Director of Research on Addictions for the University at Buffalo Primary Care Research Institute. Dr. Blondell is a founding member of the American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) and the ABAM Foundation (ABAMF), serving on their Boards of Directors since 2008. He chairs the ABAMF Training and Accreditation Committee and directs its National Coordinating Office for residency program accreditation. In addition, Dr. Blondell is Principal Investigator for a project funded by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) that has created a “National Infrastructure for Translating Addiction Research into Clinical Practice” (5R25AA020480). Most recently, the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation has awarded ABAMF a major grant to establish a National Center for Physician Training in Addiction Medicine that will be headquartered within the Department of Family Medicine that will emphasize the prevention of and early intervention for adolescent substance abuse. He also is conducting research sponsored by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (R03DA029768) on chronic pain and opioid addiction and has published extensively on substance use disorders and related issues. |
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Parent & Family Support Coordinator A passionate advocate to raising awareness to the prescription drug epidemic. Helping family's struggling with substance abuse and addiction by providing support, awareness, education and resources to help navigate the very unfriendly road to treatment and recovery. Helping family's understand they are not alone and recovery is possible. Vice President of Community Outreach Save the Michaels of the World Save the Michael's of the World was created by Avi & Julie Israel to help raise awareness to prescription drug addiction. Avi & Julie lost their son Michael due to prescription drug addiction. These drugs were prescribed to Michael for very real medical reasons. The use, abuse and misuse of these controlled substances lead to serious illness, depression, deaths from overdose and suicide, and the devastation of caregivers and loved ones. Co Founder Guarding Hearts Therapy Dogs Guarding Hearts Therapy Dogs help people who are dealing with mental or physical disabilities. It is clearly documented that animal assisted therapy can be very beneficial in recovery, especially with treatment resistant clients. A dog can break down barriers open communication and start dialogue where otherwise silence may be. Dogs are loving, forgiving and always happy to see you, they never judge you or form opinions. A visit from a Therapy Dog can brighten the day, lift spirits, ease trauma and bring joy to a room. Dogs are more than man's best friend. They help us overcome life's challenges with their unconditional love. Guarding Hearts is 100% volunteer supported. Guarding Hearts Dogs visit schools, colleges and universities as part of Horizon Health Services mission to raise awareness and provide education to the community regarding mental health, substance abuse and addiction. |
