NYC Chapter NASW
Health Care Policy and Practice Network

Jerry Beallor (718-796-4185)
and Terry Mizrahi (212-452-7112), Co Chairs

Welcome To The First Meeting Of HCPPN Program Year 2001-2002

Date:
Thursday, November 29, 2001

Place:
Hunter College
School of Social Work
129 East 79th Street
(# 6 Train, 77th St. Stop)

Time: 6-8 PM

As we cope with the horrific events of September 11 and the continuing uncertainties surrounding the future, our profession continues to be on the frontlines-making a difference in every community and setting. Let's come together again to rethink our goals and activities for the coming year. We need everyone on board as we connect our social work community to a larger purpose.

Topic:

Health And Mental Health Issues
In The Aftermath Of September 11:
Role And Response Of Social Work

Integrating Mental Health Into A Health Care Agenda

Renewing The Public Health Commitment
Strategies For Achieving Funding And Reimbursement Of Health - Mental Health Services

Presenters:

• Martha A. Sullivan, DSW, Deputy Commissioner for Health Promotion and Chemical Dependency; NYC Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation & Alcoholism Services
• Mona L. Martin, MSW, Social Work Consultant, HRSA, US Department HHS
• Barbara Brenner, Dr. P.H., Director, Community Relations, Mt. Sinai Medical Center

Speakers will address the continuing and new issues raised as funding and priorities adjust to the post-WTC disaster.

We very much want to hear from all of you as to what is happening in the field, and what issues NASW and HCPPN should be addressing.

RSVP: To Phone Numbers Above

Free Disaster Relief Medicaid Trainings In November and Beyond.

Call Su Yon Ti at NY Immigration Coalition (212) 627-2227 or email her at syi@thenyic.org