Letty Baldaro, In Our Own Voice & Education Coordinator, NAMI Los Angeles County Council
Thursday, April 16, 2015 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (PDT)
Pasadena, CA
Please join NAMI Los Angeles County Council for:
An interfaith event for clergy and lay leaders who seek insight and practical steps for dealing mental health issues.
An interfaith event for clergy and lay leaders who seek insight and practical steps for dealing mental health issues.
Conference Agenda
9:30 – 10:00am – Registration
10:00 – 10:45am – Keynote Presentation: How Faith Communities Can be Helpful and Relevant to Persons with Mental Illness – Dr. Marvis Southard
11:20 – 12:00pm – Panel Discussion & Q/A: Moderator: Wayne Baldaro; Panelist: Rita Murray, Kimberly Whyte, Said Saddouk and Mona Sparks Johnson
Buffet Lunch & Sponsor Exhibits
12:45 – 2:00pm – Guest Speakers:
One Woman’s Journey – Twila Stephens
A Major Opportunity for Communities of Faith: Beign there for People Impacted by Mental Illness – Dr. Gloria Morrow
2:15 – 3:30pm Afternoon Workshops:
How to Be a Caring Congregation – 5 Step Plan – Dick Bunce
Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness – Lora Illig
Counseling, Mindfulness and Spiritual Practices – Cory Townsend
Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness – Lora Illig
Counseling, Mindfulness and Spiritual Practices – Cory Townsend
FAQ
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
- There is convenient parking in the church parking lot as well as street parking along Sierra Madre Boulevard.
- There is also bus line #487/489 – El Monte Station via Sierra Madre bus line
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
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Letty Baldaro – 818.645.4159 (text friendly) or email: letty@namilaccc.org
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
- Yes – you can give your ticket to someone else. If you can go back on line and make the change that would be helpful or email Letty@namilaccc.org.
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It is not nessesary to print your printed ticket.
Will there be vegetarian options for lunch?
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Please notify of any dietary restrictions.
Are there any volunteer opportunities the day of the conference?
- Yes if you are interested in helping with registration, sponsor table set up and other needed areas – please let Letty know @ letty@namilaccc.org
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