Recipient of the Greater Nashua Mental Health Center Leadership Award 2012

H.E.A.R.T.S. (Hope, Empowerment, Advocacy, Recovery, Towards, Support)

Peer Support Center of Greater Nashua Region VIP.O. Box 1564

5 Pine Street Extension, Suite 1GNashua, NH 03060

An Adult Educational and Wellness CenterPhone (603) 882-8400

Fax (603) 882-8700

The Members Monthly NewsletterHours: 8am – 4pm Monday-Friday

Saturday 8 am – 12 pmE-Mail kenl-hearts@comcast.net E-Mail tomd-hearts@comcast.net

Web Site www.heartspsa.org

H.E.A.R.T.S. Warm Line is available seven nights a week

5 pm to 10 pm 1-800-306-4334

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MARCH ISSUE 2016

Front of Center & Member

H.E.A.R.T.S. Mission Statement

Our mission, as peers, is to support one another as people who are challenged by the daily effects of living with, coping with, and recovering from mental health issues. Everyone will be encouraged to develop relationships that will enable and empower each other’s worldview. In addition, our aim is to develop greater awareness of personal and relational patterns, to support and challenge each other through peer support, self-advocacy, empowerment, and education. Our ultimate goal is to achieve recovery and ongoing wellness.

WHAT’S INSIDE!

H.E.A.R.T.S. and Warm Line Information----------------------------------------------------Mission Statement, What’s Inside and H.E.A.R.T.S. Board of Directors-----------------Member’s Page (trivia questions, poetry, happy birthday)-----------------------------------Free Activities in Your Area---------------------------------------------------------------------Educational Group and Consumer Information------------------------------------------------Senior Centers Information-----------------------------------------------------------------------Center News----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Monthly Schedule, daily groups and activities (check for trivia answers!)----------------

Page 1Page 2Page 3Page 4Page 5 & 6Page 6Page 7Page 8

H.E.A.R.T.S. Board of Directors Executive Committee: Directors: Pat Worsley: President Ruth Morgan Stacie Laughton: Vice President Christine Graham Claire Peddle: Treasurer Scott Brennan

Suzie Martel: Secretary

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March TriviaAll answers found in monthly Schedule

What food makes up nearly all (around 99%) of a Giant Panda’s diet? (Answer 1) What is the tallest animal in the world? (Answer 2) What type of animal is the largest Primate in the world? (Answer 3) True or False are Bats are mammals? (Answer 4)

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Acrostics PoemsCreative Writing Class

I love ice cream  Makes me happy  SunnyCold ice cream Unique PlantingEnjoy Sounds Running Interesting  Interesting Flowers & VegetablesCause its good Cool Notice all the Animals, Flowerers & VegRest of the people like it  Lisa C. Growing PlantsEveryone Steven JohnsonAll enjoy a treat Many flavors to try Acrostics Poems: Definition

1. Joanie M. A poem, word puzzle, or other composition in which certain letters in each line form a word or wordsShovelNegativeOutstanding Winter Lois B.

Columbian OrFrench Roast FlavoredEspressoEnjoyDana C.

“MEMBER’S PAGE”HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL

MEMBERS

What is Peer Support?

Peer support in mental health has recently gained significant attention. We see terms like “peer support”, “peer specialists” and “lived experience”, but what do they actually mean?  Very simply, a peer is a person who can offer support by virtue of the fact that he or she has “been there, done that”, and can relate to others who are now in a similar situation.

A short explanation of what Peer Support is, from the book “Wellness Recovery Action Plan & Peer Support" written by Mary Ellen Copeland and Shery Mead.

After Hour

Meetings at Your Center:

Weekly after Hours Recovery MeetingsMonday Men’s Peace of Mind Group (TSDD) AA, 7:00 to 8:30 pm (open to public)Tuesday Heroin Anonymous 7:30 pm-9:00 pmWednesday Wednesday Recovery Group 7:00 to 8:30 pm (Private)Thursday Bill and Charlie Men’s Group 7:00 to 8:30 pm (Private)Saturday Young Peoples Saturday Night Live AA, 7:30 to 9:00 pm (open to public)

CONSUMER INFORMATION:

DBSA Nashua is a safe, non-judgmental, and stigma free open peer support group. Whatever mental health issues you may have, please come. There is no charge to attend, everyone is welcome to come and get the support you need and deserve from peers who truly understand what you are going through or may have gone through in the past. Celebrating our 12th year of giving support!Meets every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at 100 West Pearl St., Nashua, NH 03060For information: Tom Doucette (603) 888-2141, website www.dbsanashua.org or e-mail tom@dbsanashua.org, Amanda@dbsanashua.org or bobc@dbsanashua.org.

NAMI CONNECTIONS is a free peer to peer facilitated support group for people living with mental illness. NAMI NH CONNECTION meets weekly for 90 minutes, following a flexible structure without an educational format. Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Located at the John Mason Institute 20 Trafalagar Square, Suite 110 Conference Room, Nashua NH for more information contacts Tricia (978)204-2442 or Vickey (603)552-3310.

Consumer Council Meets monthly to discuss issues pertaining to Mental Wellness in the state of New Hampshire. Consumer Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am, 105 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH. Continental breakfast is served. Consumer participation is encouraged. H.E.A.R.T.S. van provides transportation to and from Consumer Council. Van leaves at 9 am from H.E.A.R.T.S. and returns at about 1:00 pm.

Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council is dedicated to helping families and individuals of all ages reach their full potential by providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based care that focuses on recovery. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment that places a high value on every person who comes through our doors. We believe that by respecting people as they are, we can help them to become all that they wish to be. GNMHC is located at 7 Prospect St, Nashua, NH 03060. (603) 889-6147

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FREE ACTIVITIES IN YOUR AREA

Wednesday Mar 2, 2016 10:00 a.m.  -  12:00 p.m.Tai ChiLocation:Nashua Public Library Theater

Monday Mar 7, 2016 2:00 p.m.  -  3:30 p.m.Nashua Public Library TheaterAdult Coloring GroupRediscover the joys and relaxation of coloring, every Monday at 2 pm. Come with friends or meet new ones! Bring your own coloring books, colored pencils, and markers, or use ours. We also have an adult coloring group that meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. 

Wednesday, March 9, 2016 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.      West Side StoryMerrimack Public Library John O'Leary Adult Community Center 

Monday Mar 14, 2016 7:00 p.m.  -  8:00 p.m.Drop-In Technology HelpNo registration required. Stop by the training lab with your technology and computer questions.Computer Lab (in Music/Art/Media Wing) Nashua Public Library  

Monday Mar 28, 2016 7:00 p.m.  -  8:00 p.m.Adult Coloring Hudson Public Library 

Wednesday Mar 30, 2016 7:00 p.m.  -  8:00 p.m.Classic Songs from YesteryearHudson Public Library

March 30, 201610:30 AM-11:30 AMComputer Class: Cloud StorageNo registration necessary. Call 589-4611 with any questionsLocation: Computer Lab (in Music/Art/Media Wing)

Monthly Educational GroupNASHUA PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT

MARCH 9th

SUBTANCE MISUSE WITH A FILM CALLED“HUNGRY HEARTS”

MARCH 23RD BED BUGS/LICE

After Hour Meetings

Monday Men’s Peace of Mind Group (TSDD) AA, 7:00 to 8:30 pm (open to public)Tuesday Heroin Anonymous 7:30 pm-9:00 pmWednesday Wednesday Recovery Group 7:00 to 8:30 pm (Private)Thursday Bill and Charlie Men’s Group 7:00 to 8:30 pm (Private)Saturday Young Peoples Saturday Night Live AA, 7:30 to 9:00 pm (open to public)

CONSUMER INFORMATION:

DBSA Nashua is a safe, non-judgmental, and stigma free open peer support group. Whatever mental health issues you may have, please come. There is no charge to attend, everyone is welcome to come and get the support you need and deserve from peers who truly understand what you are going through or may have gone through in the past. Celebrating our 12th year of giving support!Meets every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at 100 West Pearl St., Nashua, NH 03060For information: Tom Doucette (603) 888-2141, website www.dbsanashua.org or e-mail tom@dbsanashua.org, Amanda@dbsanashua.org or bobc@dbsanashua.org.

NAMI CONNECTIONS is a free peer to peer facilitated support group for people living with mental illness. NAMI NH CONNECTION meets weekly for 90 minutes, following a flexible structure without an educational format. Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Located at the John Mason Institute 20 Trafalagar Square, Suite 110 Conference Room, Nashua NH for more information contacts Tricia (978)204-2442 or Vickey (603)552-3310.

Consumer Council Meets monthly to discuss issues pertaining to Mental Wellness in the state of New Hampshire. Consumer Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am, 105 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH. Continental breakfast is served. Consumer participation is encouraged. H.E.A.R.T.S. van provides transportation to and from Consumer Council. Van leaves at 9 am from H.E.A.R.T.S. and returns at about 1:00 pm.

Greater Nashua Mental Health Center at Community Council is dedicated to helping families and individuals of all ages reach their full potential by providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based care that focuses on recovery. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment that places a high value on every person who comes through our doors. We believe that by respecting people as they are, we can help them to become all that they wish to be. GNMHC is located at 7 Prospect St, Nashua, NH 03060. (603) 889-6147

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NAMI Nashua meets every second Tuesday (Educational) and fourth Tuesday (Support, Caring and Sharing) of the month at St. Joseph School of Nursing in the Academic Building, Kinsley Street, Classroom A on the third floor. Contact Information: Norma or Scott 603-882-6771, Pam 603-888-6219 or by e-mail nashuanami@gmail.com.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI NH) 85 North State Streets, Concord, NH 03301. Phone 603-225-5359, E-Mail info@naminh.org. A grassroots organization of families, consumers, professionals and other members is dedicated to improving the quality of life of persons of all ages affected by mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders through education, support and advocacy.

The Connect Program: Training Professionals and Communities in Suicide Prevention and Response including Surviving Suicide Loss, Grief Support Groups, Telling Your Own Story, Attempt Survivors and many more supports. Connect is a nationally designated Best Practice Program developed by NAMI – NH contact information, 603.225.5359 or 1.800.242.6264.

NH State Behavioral Health Advisory Council meets the second Tuesday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. The Council meets at the Audubon Society, McLane Center, at 45 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH. Ken Lewis, Executive Director H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center is a member and also the liaison for the Peer Support Centers. The public is welcome to attend and can participate at the end of the meeting. If possible, please notify us in advance if you plan to attend at 603-271-0568. Thank you.

Lamprey Health Care, 22 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH 03060, (603) 883-1626 Fax: (603) 883-6633Practice Manager: Jennifer Bernier, ext. 7120Most programs have eligibility requirements based on your income, family size, and ability to pay.

Lamprey Health Care’s Mission is to provide high quality primary medical care and health related services with an emphasis on prevention and lifestyle management to all individuals

regardless of ability to pay.

At Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center, primary and preventive health care is offered to youth over 15 years old and adults who fall within one or more of the following categories:

No Income Low Income No Insurance With private insurance – Harvard Pilgrim and Anthem Blue Cross Insured by Medicaid/Medicare Living in a rooming house Living with friends or family Living in a Hotel or Motel

Senior Centers in our region:

Hudson Council on Aging, Town Hall of Hudson, 12 School Street, (603) 886-6000Merrimack Senior Citizens Club, John O’Leary Adult Center, 4 Church St, Merrimack, NH, Contact: Irene Jennies (603) 424-2362Nashua Senior Activity Center, 70 Temple Street, Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM, Thurs. open till 8PM Contact Eileen Gormley (603) 816-2642.

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Center NewsMembers Meeting News

The Members Meetings are held the second Friday of the month and special meetings when asked for by the members or there is a special announcement that requires a meeting.

At the last meeting Leslie discussed starting up the Creative Writing Class again because of renewed interest. She said that she would look into it to see where it could be worked into the schedule.

Cheryl asked if there might be some interest in starting a Mindfulness Class. There was a lot of discussed in favor, as we had just had an Educational Group on Mindfulness. All agreed it would make a great group. Cheryl said that she would work things out with her time and what space is available on the schedule.

Everyone loved the new/used Formica top tables that were donated by a friend of H.E.A.R.T.S. Also donated was a new/used staff/reception area. Ken and Tom’s offices might also get a makeover.

Other issues were also discussed. The meeting lasted about an hour.

The members voted to have the van leave to pick up members at 8:30 am instead of the old time of 9:00 am. Also the van will leave at 3:00 pm to take members home instead of the old time of 2:00 pm. This allows the members to enjoy the center an hour and a half longer.

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New tables used in center and group/board room.

New staff and reception area.

H.E.A.R.T.S. Peer Support Center Group/Activities Schedule March 2016

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYCOSUMER COUNCIL TUESDAY, MARCH 8TH. VAN LEAVES AT 9 AM RETURNS

ABOUT 1:30 PM FREE BRUNCH THIS IS YOUR VOICE TO

THE STATE.COME AND MAKE

YOUR VOICE HEARD!!!!

1 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

2 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

3 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 amWRAP® Discussion

12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction***

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS Discussion

4 8:30 Check-in

12 pm-1 pm BINGO

2:15 pm-2:30 pmWeekend Planning

Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

5 8:30 Check-in

10 am-11 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 am-12 pm Clean-up

7 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekly Wellness

10:30 am Animal Support With Moxie

11 am Creative Writing

12:45 pm-1:30 pmSurvivors of Suicide Attempts***2:00 pm-2:30 pmWRAP® Discussion

8 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

9 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

10 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 amWRAP® Discussion

12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction***

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS Discussion

Answer 1: Bamboo

11 8:30 Check-in

11:00 am Member’s Meeting

Stamping Class1:00 pm

2:15 pm-2:30 pmWeekend Planning

Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

12 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 am-12 pm Clean-up

Answer 2: Giraffe

14 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekly Wellness

10:30 am Moxie

11 am Creative Writing

12:45 pm-1:30 pmSurvivors of Suicide Attempts***2:00 pm-2:30 pmIPS® Discussion

15 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s Group Men’s Group

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

16 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

17 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 amWRAP® Discussion

12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction***

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS Discussion

18 8:30 Check-in

10:30 AM-12 PMWHAM COURSE**

Stamping Class1:00 pm

2:15 pm-2:30 pmWeekend Planning

Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

19 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 am-12 pm Clean-up

21 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekly Wellness

10:30 am Animal Support With Moxie

11 am Creative Writing

12:45 pm-1:30 pmSurvivors of Suicide Attempts***2:00 pm-2:30 pmWRAP® Discussion

22 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s Group Men’s Group

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

23 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

24 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 amWRAP® Discussion

12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction***

1:45 pm-2:30 pmIPS Discussion

Answer 4: True

25 8:30 Check-in

10:30 AM-12 PMWHAM COURSE**

Stamping Class1:00 pm

2:15 pm-2:30 pmWeekend Planning

Arts & Crafts, Movies, Karaoke, WII All Day

26 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am Members Wellness Discussion

11 am-12 pm Clean-up

Answer 3: Gorilla

28 8:30 Check-in10:15 am-11:00 am Weekly Wellness

10:30 am Animal Support With Moxie

11 am Creative Writing

12:45 pm-1:30 pmSurvivors of Suicide Attempts***2:00 pm-2:30 pmWRAP® Discussion

29 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:00 pmWomen’s GroupMen’s Group

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

30 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 am WRAP® Discussion

11:15 am-12:30 pmNutrition Class/Cooking

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS® Discussion

31 8:30 Check-in

10:15 am-11:00 amWRAP® Discussion

12:00 pm-1:00 pmRecovering From Addiction***

1:15 pm-2:00 pmIPS Discussion

Donate and Volunteerat your local

Animal Shelter

Humane SocietyOf Nashua

24 Ferry Road603-889-2275

Hudson AnimalControl

Packard Street978-897-5596

H.E.A.R.T.S. BOD MEETS

THURSDAY MARCH 17TH FROM

5 PM-6:30 PM.MEMBERS ARE

ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AND

BECOME A DIRECTOR.

SUPPORT YOUR CENTER!!!!

**WHAM Course starts on the 18th. This is a sign up class only. Sign up closes the 12th. Don’t miss out! *** New Groups -8-