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SUMMARY:Person-Centered Care for Addiction: Compassionate Interventions for Effective Recovery Support
DESCRIPTION:Person-Centered Care is a philosophy and set of strategies that seeks to minimize harm associated with high-risk behaviors while supporting positive\, incremental behavior change. This approach believes all people are capable of change and will do so when they are ready and when circumstances allow. It uses compassion\, dignity\, respect\, and consistent positive regard to promote healing and long-term recovery. This training will include a review of the basic principles and practices of person-centered care for addiction\, an overview of why it works\, sample person-centered strategies\, and interactive activities to enhance learning. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify the core tenants of the person-centered approach\nExplain why a person-centered approach for addiction works to increase recovery outcomes\nDescribe high-risk behaviors and corresponding person-centered strategies\nExplain how motivational conversations play a key role in the person-centered approach\n\n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: \nElizabeth Black\, LADC\, has spent her career working with and on behalf of people with behavioral health disorders. She holds a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and is a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Elizabeth serves as subject matter expert\, trainer\, and technical assistance provider for behavioral health and recovery initiatives.  Her areas of interest and expertise include harm reduction\, medication for opioid use disorder\, rural healthcare systems\, and health and wellness in recovery.  Prior to her current role at C4 innovations\, she worked for the Department of Mental Health for the state of Oklahoma for over a decade. In her work there\, she oversaw the implementation of health and wellness interventions into behavioral health services statewide. In that role\, her team received a governor’s commendation for their work which resulted in better health outcomes in Oklahoma’s most vulnerable communities. She currently resides in Quincy\, MA.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/person-centered-care-for-addiction-compassionate-interventions-for-effective-recovery-support/
LOCATION:CODAC Behavioral Health Care-Royal Little\, 45 Royal Little Drive\, Providence\, RI\, 02904\, United States
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:Join a training to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist! The training will be held on May 18\, 21\, 26\, 28\, and June 1 and 4. You must attend all 6 days. Please email us at rhodetta@c4innovates.com if you have any questions or concerns about attending all 6 days. \n  \nTo participate\, please fill out this application by April 20\, 2026. After you submit this application\, someone from the RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals or C4 Innovations will be in touch to outline next steps and confirm your participation no later than April 30\, 2026. We ask that if you find out you can no longer attend for whatever reason\, please let us know as soon as possible so we may offer the slot to someone else.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-3/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Warren Town Hall (rear parking lot)\, 514 Main Street\, Warren\, RI\, 02885\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260323T173212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173212Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:Join a training to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist! The training will be held on May 18\, 21\, 26\, 28\, and June 1 and 4. You must attend all 6 days. Please email us at rhodetta@c4innovates.com if you have any questions or concerns about attending all 6 days. \n  \nTo participate\, please fill out this application by April 20\, 2026. After you submit this application\, someone from the RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals or C4 Innovations will be in touch to outline next steps and confirm your participation no later than April 30\, 2026. We ask that if you find out you can no longer attend for whatever reason\, please let us know as soon as possible so we may offer the slot to someone else.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-3/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Warren Town Hall (rear parking lot)\, 514 Main Street\, Warren\, RI\, 02885\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173212Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:Join a training to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist! The training will be held on May 18\, 21\, 26\, 28\, and June 1 and 4. You must attend all 6 days. Please email us at rhodetta@c4innovates.com if you have any questions or concerns about attending all 6 days. \n  \nTo participate\, please fill out this application by April 20\, 2026. After you submit this application\, someone from the RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals or C4 Innovations will be in touch to outline next steps and confirm your participation no later than April 30\, 2026. We ask that if you find out you can no longer attend for whatever reason\, please let us know as soon as possible so we may offer the slot to someone else.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-3/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Warren Town Hall (rear parking lot)\, 514 Main Street\, Warren\, RI\, 02885\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173212Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:Join a training to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist! The training will be held on May 18\, 21\, 26\, 28\, and June 1 and 4. You must attend all 6 days. Please email us at rhodetta@c4innovates.com if you have any questions or concerns about attending all 6 days. \n  \nTo participate\, please fill out this application by April 20\, 2026. After you submit this application\, someone from the RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals or C4 Innovations will be in touch to outline next steps and confirm your participation no later than April 30\, 2026. We ask that if you find out you can no longer attend for whatever reason\, please let us know as soon as possible so we may offer the slot to someone else.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-3/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Warren Town Hall (rear parking lot)\, 514 Main Street\, Warren\, RI\, 02885\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173212Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:Join a training to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist! The training will be held on May 18\, 21\, 26\, 28\, and June 1 and 4. You must attend all 6 days. Please email us at rhodetta@c4innovates.com if you have any questions or concerns about attending all 6 days. \n  \nTo participate\, please fill out this application by April 20\, 2026. After you submit this application\, someone from the RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals or C4 Innovations will be in touch to outline next steps and confirm your participation no later than April 30\, 2026. We ask that if you find out you can no longer attend for whatever reason\, please let us know as soon as possible so we may offer the slot to someone else.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-3/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Warren Town Hall (rear parking lot)\, 514 Main Street\, Warren\, RI\, 02885\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T173212Z
UID:10000449-1780561800-1780592400@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:Join a training to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist! The training will be held on May 18\, 21\, 26\, 28\, and June 1 and 4. You must attend all 6 days. Please email us at rhodetta@c4innovates.com if you have any questions or concerns about attending all 6 days. \n  \nTo participate\, please fill out this application by April 20\, 2026. After you submit this application\, someone from the RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals or C4 Innovations will be in touch to outline next steps and confirm your participation no later than April 30\, 2026. We ask that if you find out you can no longer attend for whatever reason\, please let us know as soon as possible so we may offer the slot to someone else.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-3/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Warren Town Hall (rear parking lot)\, 514 Main Street\, Warren\, RI\, 02885\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260330T144023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145432Z
UID:10000820-1780999200-1781013600@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:American Society of Addiction Medicine Criteria 101
DESCRIPTION:ASAM 101: A Foundational Overview \n  \nThe American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria is the most widely used framework for assessing individuals with substance use disorders and determining appropriate level of care. This training provides an overview of the ASAM criteria’s purpose\, dimensions\, and best practices\, working to build a practical foundation for effectively using it to guide placement decisions. Participants will learn how the ASAM assessment supports person-centered\, strengths-based care and will be given the opportunity to apply the criteria in real-world scenarios to support learning and confidence. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe the purpose and importance of the ASAM criteria\nDescribe the six assessment dimensions of the ASAM and their relevance\nExplain the ASAM continuum of care and the difference between levels\nApply ASAM criteria to real-world scenarios to promote better understanding of processes\n\n  \nLearn more and register! \n  \nTrainer: \nAnna Erdei\, MBA\, MA\, LMHC\, joined Bay State Community Services (BSCS) in August 2020 and is responsible for overseeing the Outpatient Clinic\, the Behavioral Health Community Partner program and criminal justice and correctional programs. In her current role as Senior Vice President of Outpatient Services\, Anna provides supervision and support to all programs in the Outpatient Clinic\, including as the Director of the Heart-to Heart Program\, Behavioral Health Community Partners\, and Recovery Coaching Services. Anna obtained her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University and her Master of Business Administration with a concentration in healthcare management from Northeastern University. She received her LMHC licensure in 2007.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/american-society-of-addiction-medicine-criteria-101/
LOCATION:Amos House\, 460 Pine Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02907
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
UID:10000825-1783440000-1783454400@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T160000
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UID:10000826-1783612800-1783627200@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
UID:10000827-1784044800-1784059200@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20251211T203644Z
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UID:10000407-1784192400-1784210400@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based\, internationally recognized training that teaches participants how to identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adults. This interactive course equips individuals with the skills to provide initial support and connect someone to appropriate professional help.\n\n\nParticipants will learn to recognize common mental health conditions such as depression\, anxiety\, psychosis\, and substance use disorders. Through discussion\, role-play\, and scenario-based exercises\, learners will gain confidence in starting supportive conversations\, de-escalating crises\, and guiding individuals toward appropriate resources. This course is ideal for anyone interested in supporting mental wellness in their workplace\, community\, or personal life—including employers\, educators\, first responders\, faith leaders\, and community members. Upon completion\, participants will be certified as Mental Health First Aiders.\n\n\nLearn more and register for this 2-day training.\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\nBy the end of the training\, participants will be able to:\n\n\nRecognize the signs and symptoms of common mental health and substance use challenges in adults.\nUnderstand risk factors and warning signs of mental health crises\, including suicide and self-harm.\nApply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to assess situations and provide appropriate initial help.\nListen nonjudgmentally and provide reassurance and support to individuals in distress.\nEncourage appropriate professional help and self-help strategies for someone experiencing a mental health or substance use issue.\nRespond to mental health crises effectively\, including panic attacks\, suicidal thoughts\, overdose\, and acute psychosis.\nPromote a supportive and stigma-free environment for mental health in the workplace and community\n\n\n\n\nTrainers\n\n\nAndrew Alexander\, Director of Workforce Development\, Thrive Behavioral Health\, leads initiatives to strengthen behavioral health services through training\, education\, and staff development. With over a decade of experience in the mental health and human services field\, Andrew brings a deep understanding of trauma-informed care\, adult learning principles\, and workforce resilience. He is a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and a passionate advocate for building supportive\, stigma-free communities. Andrew’s engaging and compassionate training style empowers participants to confidently support individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges.\n\n\nDaisy M. Hernandez\, MSW\, LCSW\, MBA serves as a Trainer and the Director of the Recovery Education Collaborative Peer Recovery Technical Assistance at C4 Innovations. She earned her Master of Social Work as a fellow of the Integrated Behavioral Health Fellowship from Westfield State University and her Master’s in Business Administration from Elms College.  Ms. Hernandez has dedicated her clinical social work career to community mental and behavioral health organizations within under-served communities.  Her professional experience spans the entire spectrum of substance use disorder (prevention through recovery). As a native of Puerto Rico\, she has leveraged her lived experience\, bilingualism\, and education to support and advance racial justice and empower individuals who are over-represented in behavioral health and social services as a result of negative impacts of social determinants of health\, including re-entry. 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-3/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Thrive Behavioral Health\, 2756 Post Rd #103\, Warwick\, RI\, 02886\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
UID:10000828-1784217600-1784232000@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20251211T203644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T203644Z
UID:10000408-1784278800-1784296800@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based\, internationally recognized training that teaches participants how to identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adults. This interactive course equips individuals with the skills to provide initial support and connect someone to appropriate professional help.\n\n\nParticipants will learn to recognize common mental health conditions such as depression\, anxiety\, psychosis\, and substance use disorders. Through discussion\, role-play\, and scenario-based exercises\, learners will gain confidence in starting supportive conversations\, de-escalating crises\, and guiding individuals toward appropriate resources. This course is ideal for anyone interested in supporting mental wellness in their workplace\, community\, or personal life—including employers\, educators\, first responders\, faith leaders\, and community members. Upon completion\, participants will be certified as Mental Health First Aiders.\n\n\nLearn more and register for this 2-day training.\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\nBy the end of the training\, participants will be able to:\n\n\nRecognize the signs and symptoms of common mental health and substance use challenges in adults.\nUnderstand risk factors and warning signs of mental health crises\, including suicide and self-harm.\nApply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to assess situations and provide appropriate initial help.\nListen nonjudgmentally and provide reassurance and support to individuals in distress.\nEncourage appropriate professional help and self-help strategies for someone experiencing a mental health or substance use issue.\nRespond to mental health crises effectively\, including panic attacks\, suicidal thoughts\, overdose\, and acute psychosis.\nPromote a supportive and stigma-free environment for mental health in the workplace and community\n\n\n\n\nTrainers\n\n\nAndrew Alexander\, Director of Workforce Development\, Thrive Behavioral Health\, leads initiatives to strengthen behavioral health services through training\, education\, and staff development. With over a decade of experience in the mental health and human services field\, Andrew brings a deep understanding of trauma-informed care\, adult learning principles\, and workforce resilience. He is a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and a passionate advocate for building supportive\, stigma-free communities. Andrew’s engaging and compassionate training style empowers participants to confidently support individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges.\n\n\nDaisy M. Hernandez\, MSW\, LCSW\, MBA serves as a Trainer and the Director of the Recovery Education Collaborative Peer Recovery Technical Assistance at C4 Innovations. She earned her Master of Social Work as a fellow of the Integrated Behavioral Health Fellowship from Westfield State University and her Master’s in Business Administration from Elms College.  Ms. Hernandez has dedicated her clinical social work career to community mental and behavioral health organizations within under-served communities.  Her professional experience spans the entire spectrum of substance use disorder (prevention through recovery). As a native of Puerto Rico\, she has leveraged her lived experience\, bilingualism\, and education to support and advance racial justice and empower individuals who are over-represented in behavioral health and social services as a result of negative impacts of social determinants of health\, including re-entry. 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-3/2026-07-17/
LOCATION:Thrive Behavioral Health\, 2756 Post Rd #103\, Warwick\, RI\, 02886\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
UID:10000829-1784368800-1784390400@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260414T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T195530Z
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SUMMARY:Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare\, Developmental Disabilities\, and Hospitals 46-hour Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) training is designed to prepare individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery to support others. The curriculum focuses on four core domains: advocacy\, mentoring and education\, recovery and wellness support\, and ethical responsibility. \n  \nBy offering insight into the recovery process based on their own experience\, peer recovery specialists are able to provide a unique perspective while providing recovery support services. The CPRS is not a sponsor\, case manager\, or a therapist\, but rather a role model\, mentor\, advocate\, and motivator. \n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: Stacy Levin\, RICARES \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/certified-peer-recovery-specialist-training-4/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:RICARES\, 166 Valley Street\, Suite 105\, Providence\, RI\, 02909\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="RICARES":MAILTO:slevin@ricares.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260413T175622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T175622Z
UID:10000824-1786352400-1786377600@c4innovates.com
SUMMARY:HIPAA/Ethics Training
DESCRIPTION:This training provides a comprehensive overview of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the ethical standards in Rhode Island that guide professional practice for providers. Participants will learn how to protect privacy\, maintain confidentiality\, and navigate complex situations using ethical guidelines. Through real-world scenarios and interactive discussion\, this training equips participants to make informed\, ethical decisions that uphold both professional integrity and the rights of those they serve. \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nDefine key principles of HIPAA and professional ethics in RI\nDescribe the process for ethical decision making\nIdentify common threats to good ethical care in behavioral health\nIdentify and describe client rights\nApply HIPAA and ethical guidelines to real world case studies\n\n  \nTrainer \nAnna Erdei\, MBA\, MA\, LMHC\, joined Bay State Community Services (BSCS) in August 2020 and is responsible for overseeing the Outpatient Clinic\, Behavioral Health Community Partner )(BHCP) program\, and criminal justice and correctional programs. In her current role as Senior Vice President of Outpatient Services\, Anna provides supervision and support to all programs in the Outpatient Clinic\, including the Director of the Heart-to Heart Program\, Behavioral-Health Community Partners\, and Recovery Coaching Services. Anna obtained her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University and her Master of Business Administration with concentration in healthcare management from Northeastern University. She received her Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensure in 2007.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/hipaa-ethics-training-2/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Express\, 855 West Main Road\, Middletown\, RI\, 02842\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T163000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260211T154158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T154158Z
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SUMMARY:Whole Health Action Management
DESCRIPTION:Join an online training on whole health action management with the National Council on Mental Wellbeing. \n  \nLearning objectives: \n\nHelp clients identify their strengths\nDevelop weekly action plans\nPut whole health practices into action for more effective behavior changes\n\n  \nRegister today! \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/whole-health-action-management/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T163000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260211T154158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T154158Z
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SUMMARY:Whole Health Action Management
DESCRIPTION:Join an online training on whole health action management with the National Council on Mental Wellbeing. \n  \nLearning objectives: \n\nHelp clients identify their strengths\nDevelop weekly action plans\nPut whole health practices into action for more effective behavior changes\n\n  \nRegister today! \n 
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/whole-health-action-management/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T142358
CREATED:20260330T145657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T145657Z
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SUMMARY:Person-Centered Care for Addiction: Compassionate Interventions for Effective Recovery Support
DESCRIPTION:Person-Centered Care is a philosophy and set of strategies that seeks to minimize harm associated with high-risk behaviors while supporting positive\, incremental behavior change. This approach believes all people are capable of change and will do so when they are ready and when circumstances allow. It uses compassion\, dignity\, respect\, and consistent positive regard to promote healing and long-term recovery. This training will include a review of the basic principles and practices of person-centered care for addiction\, an overview of why it works\, sample person-centered strategies\, and interactive activities to enhance learning. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify the core tenants of the person-centered approach\nExplain why a person-centered approach for addiction works to increase recovery outcomes\nDescribe high-risk behaviors and corresponding person-centered strategies\nExplain how motivational conversations play a key role in the person-centered approach\n\n  \nLearn more and register. \n  \nTrainer: \nElizabeth Black\, LADC\, has spent her career working with and on behalf of people with behavioral health disorders. She holds a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and is a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Elizabeth serves as subject matter expert\, trainer\, and technical assistance provider for behavioral health and recovery initiatives.  Her areas of interest and expertise include harm reduction\, medication for opioid use disorder\, rural healthcare systems\, and health and wellness in recovery.  Prior to her current role at C4 innovations\, she worked for the Department of Mental Health for the state of Oklahoma for over a decade. In her work there\, she oversaw the implementation of health and wellness interventions into behavioral health services statewide. In that role\, her team received a governor’s commendation for their work which resulted in better health outcomes in Oklahoma’s most vulnerable communities. She currently resides in Quincy\, MA.
URL:https://c4innovates.com/event/person-centered-care-for-addiction-compassionate-interventions-for-effective-recovery-support-2/
LOCATION:CODAC Behavioral Health Care-Royal Little\, 45 Royal Little Drive\, Providence\, RI\, 02904\, United States
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