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Demystifying Prison Health – Webinar

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Connection method: Virtual

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The Concurrent Disorders Webinar Series for patient and families presents: Demystifying Prison Health

Demystifying Prison Health: On Friday, July 19th please join our diverse panel of speakers to learn more about prison health from various perspectives. We will be discussing physical health, mental health and substance use supports for people in and leaving prison in BC, covering the rights of all people within the system and how to advocate for them.

About the Concurrent Disorders Webinar Series: This is a quarterly event designed for patients and families, by patients and families. It is a welcoming space for all patients and families interested in learning about topics related to complex and concurrent mental health and substance use disorders.

About BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services: We provide highly-specialized care to people with severe mental health and substance use (MHSU) disorders, people in custody and people referred by court for mental health assessment or treatment across British Columbia.

4 expert panelists who bring a diversity of perspectives, including clinical, research, and lived and living experience:
Pam Young, Program Manager, Unlocking the Gates
Steve Pelland, Peer Support Coordinator with the Community Transition Teams, BCMHSUS
Amanda Butler, Assistant Professor, Simon Fraser University
Deanna Romm, Regional Director for Correctional Health Services, BCMHSUS

When: Friday, July 19th 2024, 1:00-2.30pm PST
Format: Via Zoom

From Our Community

Lucie Neliba

Patient Partner, Surrey

Lucie Neliba

The Patient Voices Network has connected me to a community with the same drive to bring person- and family-centred care to the forefront. I am grateful for all opportunities I have been a part of thanks to PVN, which positively impacts patients like my sister and their caregivers. No matter how small, all patient engagement will help shape the future of health care and that I can stand behind