On Wednesday 16 February 2022, the Clarence Valley Clinical Society will meet online to discuss trauma-informed care in the Clarence. This online clinical society meeting will focus on the way in which clinicians can use the principles of trauma-informed care in a variety of settings. Using a case study, it will explore trauma-informed care in an AOD setting and how to make the principles flexible for your needs. Hear about local referral options, local interventions and online resources that can help you to support a person to re-build their strength and wellbeing in a trauma-informed way.

Facilitated by: Kathy Butcher, Music Therapist at Heart Sounds Music Therapy, Grafton

Speakers:

Lisa Thorpy, Service Development Coordinator Trauma-Informed Practice and Cultural Change, Northern NSW Local Health District

Kate Willock, Clinical Nurse Consultant Drug and Alcohol, Northern NSW Local Health District

The discussion will be supported by local services working in trauma-informed care in the Clarence.

Learning outcomes:

• Explore the principles of trauma-informed care and how to make them flexible for your needs
• Examine how trauma-informed care is being delivered in NSW and the Clarence Valley
• Get to know local referral options and local trauma-informed initiatives
• Understand the relationship between trauma, post-traumatic stress, and substance use
• Identify how trauma-related issues can impact substance use treatment
• Gain advice when recommending eMH or telehealth resources

Everyone who attends this event will receive a hard-copy list of the services and resources mentioned and links to relevant HealthPathways.

Register now to receive a link to join.