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May 30, 2017
Spring Highlights
Raising Awareness About Mental Health
Although not commonly discussed, mental health challenges are actually very common. Approximately 1 in 5 adults - 43.8 million Americans - experience mental illness in a given year; however, only 41% received mental health services in the past year.
Left untreated, mental health issues can result in lost earnings, hospitalization, medical issues including substance use/abuse, leaving school or employment, incarceration, and in some cases suicide. Oftentimes, when an individual suffers from mental illness, the whole family is affected. More.
Mental Health Treatment Available Through
the World Trade Center Health Program
Dr. Priyanka Upadhyaya from the World Trade Center Health Program Survivor Clinic at Bellevue discusses PTSD, anxiety and depression and the treatment available. Click here to view.
To learn more about confidential, expert mental health treatment available through the World Trade Center Health Program, visit www.voicesofseptember11.org.
VOICES 5th Annual New Jersey Symposium
On April 20, VOICES hosted our 5th annual New Jersey Symposium, "Promoting Resiliency in Communities Impacted by Trauma." The day-long event featured presentations and panel discussions from subject matter experts working in the fields of mental and occupational health.
Our thanks to David Grand, Ph.D. for his keynote presentation, all those who shared their expertise and insights, and to Jeff Feagles, former NY Giants punter and Super Bowl winner for his inspiring remarks during lunch.
We appreciate the support of Dr. Barry Mascari and Dr. Jane Webber of Kean University, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the FealGood Foundation for co-sponsoring this event.
Welcome to our High School Interns
This month we are pleased to welcome our four students from the New Canaan High School Senior Internship Program. These graduating seniors will be working alongside our staff on a variety of projects through the month of June. From left to right: Caileigh Murray, Robert Hoover, Siena Potenza, and Hazel Montano.
Upcoming Events
In recognition of the 15th anniversary of the historic rescue, recovery, and relief efforts at Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial Museum is hosting dedicated programs and commemorative activities from Tuesday, May 30 through Sunday, June 4.
Rescue and recovery workers are welcome to visit the Museum during this time with complimentary admission for two additional guests.
Special Ceremony: Tuesday, May 30, 6:00 pm
A special ceremony to honor the sacrifices and selfless contributions of all the rescue and recovery workers and their families will be held at the Last Column in Foundation Hall. The tribute will include a moment of silence to remember those who have succumbed to 9/11-related illnesses.
The VOICES team will be on hand starting at 4:00 pm with information on the World Trade Center Health Program.
To learn more about other events and to register,
Save the Date for VOICES Anniversary Events
Saturday, September 9
New York Symposium: Knowledge to Practice: Pathways to Long-Term Healing
Sunday, September 10
16th Annual Day of Remembrance Information Forum
Special guest appearance by Jon Stewart
Downtown Marriott Hotel
85 West Street, New York City
Thank you to our co-sponsors, the CDC World Trade Center Health Program and the FealGood Foundation
Newsworthy
Building Resilience Together
VOICES provides long-term mental health care and resources for victims' families, survivors and responders and assists communities in preparing for and recovering from acts of terrorism and mass violence.
Each week, VOICES hears from those we are proud to work with and provide support services to. Here is a note we received from one of our generous donors:
"Thank you for the vital work that you are doing to help our country prepare for and deal with mass tragedies. I am saddened that the protocols and procedures that you are developing are even necessary, but am thankful that VOICES continues to push forward and make progress in developing them. And I am certain that what you are doing today will not only save the lives of potential victims but allow those who do survive to find healing, peace and even joy."
VOICES relies on donations, sponsors, and grants to provide funding for our work.
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