2009 Culture Counts

In mainstream society depression and mental illness are still somewhat taboo subjects; in the Latino community they are topics that are often shrouded in secrecy. As a result millions of Latino men, women and children are suffering in silence or getting treatment only in the most extreme circumstances – in emergency rooms, homeless shelters, and prisons. Lack of awareness about mental health issues and access to affordable, culturally-responsive care deters many from seeking life-saving treatment and supports.

In May 2009, ASHA International will be presenting Abriendo Mentes, Abriendo Corazones, Open Hearts, Open Minds - A series of 4 community education programs featuring Luncrecia Suarez, LCSW to promote mental health awareness within the Latino community and enhance cultural-responsiveness among the healthcare providers.

ASHA International is delighted to invite you, your family, friends and colleagues to attend Abriendo Mentes, Abriendo Corazones, Open Hearts, Open Minds:  

Date: Thursday, May 14, 2009
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Venue: Linfield College, 2255 NW Northrup, Portland, OR 97210
 
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2009
Time: 10 AM to 1 PM
Venue: Hall Elementary School – Gymnasium – 2502 NE 23rd Street, Gresham, OR 97030
 
Date: Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: 2 PM to 5 PM
Venue: Centro Cultural, 1174/1110 N Adair Street, Cornelius, OR 97113
 
Date: Friday, May 29, 2009
Time: 12 PM to 1 PM
Venue: Old Library Auditorium, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd., Portland, OR 97239

 

Admission: FREE. Donations are welcome! Please donate at www.myasha.org

Please note that the programs are approved for Continuing Education Credit (CEU) by the Oregon Chapter of National Association of Social Workers, Oregon Chapter.

 

Sponsors:

Bienestar, Centro Cultural, Catholic Charities – El Programa Hispano, Linfield College, Oregon Health & Science University, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, National Latino Behavioral Health Association, Pacific University, Conexiones, Oregon Psychiatric Association, and Costco.

 

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