This one of this month’s feature articles in CSPNJ’s newsletter “Words of Wellness,” September 15, 2008.

Part of an ongoing series started in August; this issue addresses types of work available for the consumer. Competitive employment, businesses launched by persons with disabilities, peer provider employment, affirmative business and transitional employment are among the options discussed.

Watch for upcoming articles that will address services in the mental health and rehab system regarding employment for consumers.

“Medication Safety”, “Techniques for Promoting Shared Leadership”, “Problem Solving”, “Citizens Can (and Should) Vote” and their upcoming trainings and events are included in this issue.


Creating a Wellness Plan: Wellness and Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training is still available

November 6, 1-3:30 P.M., Clifton,
November 20, 1-3:30 P.M., Eatontown,
November 21, 1-3:30 P.M., Sewell

To register contact jgarafano@cspnj.org

CSPNJ’s newsletter is loaded with great articles and upcoming events. We wish we could reprint them all here. Please see the newsletter archives of the Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey Institute for Wellness and Recovery Initiatives at www.cspnj.org or contact them at:
11 Spring Street Freehold, New Jersey 07728
Phone: 732-780-1175 Fax: 732-780-8977
Email: info@cspnj.org

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