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Recovery Month Kick-Off - National Survey on Drug Abuse Release - SAMHSA Sponsored

The Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration will unveil the new National Survey on Drug Use and Health at a press conference on Thursday, September 7. The annual survey, formerly called the Household Survey is the largest of its kind, and is the governments primary vehicle for determining how many persons are abusing illegal drugs, pharmaceuticals, alcohol and tobacco. The release of the 2005 survey is the highlight of the annual National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month press conference that ushers in a month long observance lauding the gains made by those in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse, as well as treatment providers.

9/7/2006 9:30 AM to 9/7/2006 11:00 AM

Press Conference

National Press Building
14th and F Streets, NW
Holeman Lounge
Washington, D.C.

Release of the National Survey of Drug Use and Health and National Kick-off of National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Presentations by the following individuals.
John Walters, Director, White House Office of National Drug Control Policy

Assistant Surgeon General Eric Broderick, D.D.S, M.P.H., acting Deputy Administrator of SAMHSA

H. Westley Clark, M.D., J.D., M.P.H., Director, SAMHSA Center for Substance Abuse Treatment

Rep. Jim Ranstead of Minnesota

Tonya Wheeler, person in recovery from methamphetamine abuse.

Ashley Hadeed, person in recovery from prescription drug abuse.

Assistant Surgeon General Eric Broderick, DDS, MPH, Acting Deputy Administrator of SAMHSA. He serves in the delegated capacity as administrator of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

John P. Walters, Director, White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, was sworn in as Director on December 7, 2001. As the nation's Drug Czar, he coordinates all aspects of federal drug programs and spending.

Dr. H. Westley Clark, M.D., J.D., M.P.H., Director of SAMHSA's Center for Substance Abuse Treatment.

Tonya Wheeler, in recovery for addiction to methamphetamine, is the President of Advocates for Recovery, a grassroots organization in Colorado dedicated to making recovery from addiction visible to her home state as well as other audiences across the nation as a positive, attainable goal. Tonya works as a Certified Addictions Counselor - Level III for the University of Colorado Hospital at the Center for Dependency, Addiction and Rehabilitation and has worked in the substance abuse field for over fourteen years.

Ashley Hadeed, in recovery from addiction to prescription medications, is currently interning with Jupiter Teen Challenge and will be attending college in January,
2007.

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Media, organizations and the general public

SAMHSA Media SAMHSA's Office of Communications

1 Choke Cherry Road
Rockville, MD  20857

240-276-2130

mark.weber@samhsa.hhs.gov

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1st Annual SAMHSA Recovery Month Fun Walk/Run - SAMHSA Sponsored

National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month (Recovery Month) is an annual observance, now in its 17th year, that takes place in September throughout the country. Recovery Month serves to educate the public that substance abuse is a national health crisis, that addiction is a treatable disease, and that recovery is possible. Recovery Month highlights the benefits of treatment for not only the affected individual, but for their family, friends, workplace, and society as a whole. Recovery Month also honors individuals in recovery and acknowledges the valuable contributions of treatment providers and supporters in the lives of people recovering from substance abuse.

Recovery Month is a nationwide event that engages national organizations and local communities to host recovery-focused activities. These activities have resulted in positive media exposure and growing support for addiction and recovery issues. This support comes from elected officials, policymakers, education leaders, judges, health providers, and the faith community. Each year, SAMHSA sponsors local events throughout the country. On September 27, 2006, SAMHSA will host its 1st Annual SAMHSA Recovery Month Fun Walk/Run at 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. All SAMHSA staff and contractors are invited to participate, subject to supervisory permission.

9/27/2006 10:00 AM to 9/27/2006 12:00 PM

3 mile fun walk/run

1 Choke Cherry Road, Rockville, MD 20857 and surrounding King Farm neighborhood

10:00 a.m. Kick-off
10:25 a.m. Warm-up
10:40 a.m. Walk/run begins
12:00 p.m. Welcome returning walkers and runners

Eric B. Broderick, D.D.S., M.P.H., Acting Deputy Administrator, Assistant Surgeon General, SAMHSA, HHS
Richard Kopanda, Deputy Director, Center for Substance Abuse Treatment, HHS

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SAMHSA Staff and On-site Contractors

Carol DeForce

1 Choke Cherry Road
Rockville, MD  20857

240-276-2751

carol.deforce@samhsa.hhs.gov

Andrea Kopstein

1 Choke Cherry Road
Rockville MD  20857

240-276-1575

andrea.kopstein@samhsa.hhs.gov

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Under The Influence: The Film Series

National Recovery Month Kick-Off
Under the Influence: The Film Series
WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN
reception@ 5:30p film rolls at 6:30p
admission is free

9/6/2006 5:30 PM to 9/6/2006 10:00 PM

Movie, reception and post-screening panel discussion

E Street Cinema,
(between 10th & 11th St., NW)
1 Bk East of Metro Center Station Stop
street and garage parking available

Reception: 5:30p
Film rolls at 6:30p
Post-screening panel discussion immediatley follows film

VIP Post Screening Panel discussion members: Congressman Jim Ramstad (R-MN), Dr. Marvin Seppala, Chief Medical Officer, Hazelden Foundation, Dr. Westley Clark, Director, Center for Substance Abuse Treatement, SAMHSA.

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The Recovery Field At-Large: advocates, treatment providers; addiction professionals, policy makers, cinema buffs. Free and open to the public.

Cheyenne Duchesne

P.O. Box 8969
Briarcliff Manor, NY  10510

(914) 941-2863

info@undertheinfluencethefilmseries.com

Robyn Leary

P.O. Box 8969
Briarcliff Manor NY  10510

(914) 941-2863

info@undertheinfluencethefilmseries.com

http://recoverynetworkfoundation.org http://www.undertheinfluencethefilmseries.com 

http://download.ncadi.samhsa.gov/recoverymonth/2006/under_influence_PR1.pdf http://overhill.ncadi.samhsa.gov/asf1/3CSAT/R2R-06/06-0906UnderTheInfluence-PROMO.wmv 

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National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month Kick-off Festival

Annual celebration of National Recovery Month featuring the Governor's Proclamation, keynote speaker, vendor displays, entertainment and lunch for approximately 200 guests.

9/8/2006 11:00 AM to 9/8/2006 1:30 PM

Kick-off Celebration and luncheon

State of Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Administration Headquarters at 55 Wade Avenue, Catonsville, Maryland 21228

11:30-12:00
-Welcome, Dr. Peter Luongo, Director of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Administration
-National Anthem, Dr. Peter Cohen, vocalist & Mr. Greg Thompkins, Saxophonist
-Welcome, Mr. Alan R. Friedman, Director of Legislative Relations & Chair, State Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council
-Welcome & Introduction of Governor Robert L. Ehrlich by S. Anthony McCann, Secretary, Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
12:00-12:30
-Arnold R. Keynote Speaker
12:30-1:30
vendor displays, lunch, and entertainment by Greg Thompkins, Steve Bocian, Peter Cohen & David Ennis

Governor Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr.
State Senator Sandra B. Schrader,
State Delegate Emmett C. Burns, Jr.
State Delegate James E. Malone, Jr.
Deputy Treasurer, Mr. Howard Freedlander (representing Treasurer Kopp)
Special Secretary of Minority Affairs, Sharon R. Pinder
Alan R. Friedman,Director of Legislative Relations and Chair, State Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council
State DHMH Secretary S. Anthony McCann
Mr. Arnold R., Keynote.

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Local Jurisdiction Prevention & Treatment Coordinators, State & Local Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council members, Professionals from prevention, intervention and treatment programs, state agency partners, elected officials, state department personnel, related professional associations, Maryland Health Officers

Laura E. Burns-Heffner, LCSW

55 Wade. Ave. , MD
Catonsville, MD  21228

410-402-8611

recovery@dhmh.state.md.us

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Recovery Month Educational Substance Abuse Resources

9/9/2006 12:00 PM to 9/30/2006 6:00 PM

Educational display and Presentations

Saint Paul Baptist Church
3101 The Alameda
Baltimore, Maryland 21218

Substance Abuse educational presentations and resources given to the congregation and community during the month of September 2006.

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Members, visitors and friends of Saint Paul Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Cleveland C. Alexander

3101 The Alameda
Baltimore, MD  21218

410-366-0096

stpaulbaptistchurch@verizon.net

Dr. Alice Poole-Davis

3101 The Alameda
Baltimore MD  21218

410-366.0096

apoole1002@yahoo.com

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5K Recovery Run/Walk

The 5K Recovery Run/Walk is to raise recovery awareness in our community and to generate funds for the Worcester County Drug Treatment Court participant's needs.

9/16/2006 8:00 AM to 9/16/2006 12:00 PM

Run

Byrd Park, Snow Hill, MD

Registration begins at 8am. Joy Gill will speak at 8:30am. The race will begin at 9am.

Joy Gill, Executive Director, Maryland Chapter, NCADD, is the guest speaker at the event. The entire Drug Court team, including staff and participants, are working the event. The race has openings for 200 participants.

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All are invited to participated.

Tracy Simpson-Hansford

One West Market St., Room 230
Snow Hill, MD  21863

410-632-3130

tracy.hansford@courts.state.md.us

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Counselor Appreciation Day

The Central East ATTC are a co-sponsor of Washington DC.s 2nd annual recovery month and counselor appreciation day.

9/20/2006 1:00 PM to 9/20/2006 3:00 PM

State observance

This event will be held at the offices of the Washington DC. Addiction Prevention and Recovery Administration (APRA).

N/A

The Mayor and City Council where invited attendees

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Substance Abuse Counselors in Washington D.C.

Tom Durham

8737 Colesville Rd. Suite 300
Silver Spring, MD  20910

(240) 645-1141

Tdurham@danyainstitute.org

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Wells/Robertson House Annual Recovery Month Picnic

The Well/Robertson House is Transitional Housing for homeless men and women in recovery from alcohol and drugs. The residents hosted thier first recovery month picnic last year and invited residents, family members and staff from local shelters, halfway houses, treatment centers, city officials, and citizens. This year will be the same. We have planned a live DJ and plenty of fun, food, and fellowshipping.

9/30/2006 1:00 PM to 9/30/2006 6:00 PM

City of Gaithersburg

City of Gaithersburg Activity Center at Bohrer Park

1:30 presntation, 2:30 music, food, and fellowship

This year we also plan to invite a judge from the Montgomery County Drug Court, who we have collaborated with to provide supportive living with some of thier clients. We also plan to have a few speeches concerning the importance of accessing treatment and supporting housing

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residents and customers from local shelters, transitional and halfway houses and treatment centers, along with the staff, familiy and friends, city and county officials,

Jimmy Frazier-Bey

31 South Summit Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD  20877

301 258-6390

jfrazierbey@gaithersburgmd.gov

Maureen  Herndon

31 South Summit Avenue
Gaithersbu MD  20877

301 258-6390

mherndon@gaithersburgmd.gov