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CCC CONFERENCE CALL
October 19, 2006
MINUTES
Present on Call: Perry Ahsogeak, Andre
Villanueva-Barbosa, Gary Blau, Marie Morilus-Black, Emily Bettaylia (for
N.Callahan), Ton Dubrino, Bob Friedman, John Fluke, Sylvia Fisher, Holly
Echo-Hawk, Michelle Herman, Vivian Jackson, Dolores Jimerson, Jody
Levison-Johnson, Theresa King Brigette Manteuffel, Gary Macbeth, Kate Pahinui,
Roy Praschil, Keith Pirtle, Maria Rodriguez, Lisa Rubenstein, Diane Sondheimer,
Susan Stromberg, Marjorie Withers.
Agenda Items:
Branch Updates: (Gary Blau)
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OMB Clearance has occurred for the 2005 Cohort which is a reflection of the
hard work of Sylvia Fisher and the National Evaluation Team. Brigitte
Manteuffel reminded everyone that it is a conditional approval and depends on
IRB’s for each site and the appropriate releases being signed.
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The Building Bridges Joint Resolution has officially been endorsed by The
American Association of Child Residential Treatment Centers as well as The
Child Welfare League of America, The International Society of Psychiatric
Nurses, The National Alliance for Mental Illness, The Pennsylvania Psychiatric
Association, and the States of Delaware & Massachusetts. It is
an indication of the powerful changes that are occurring and of the shared
values and goals that are emerging and reflects the diligent work of many.
The CCC will review at the November meeting.
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Holly Echo-Hawk and Dolores Jimerson reminded the CCC that a disproportionate
number of tribal youth are in residential treatment. Alaska and other
states continue to use more restrictive, non-culturally based residential
treatment for tribal youth often outside of their states and far from families
and traditions. It is a cause for major concern and has huge consequences
for tribal communities. Gary suggested that tribes and tribal
organizations may want to take a look at the Joint Resolution as a way of
addressing some of these concerns.
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An important discussion occurred concerning the inclusion of non CCC members at
meetings. Dolores Jimerson had asked whether Matt Morton might attend the
November Meeting as a means of getting to know the CCC and as his role as
second in Command of NICWA. It was decided that he can attend and that
the CCC policy will be based on a case by case decision process. Partners
and members need to request in writing 30 days prior to the meeting/event their
desire to bring a colleague. The request will be shared with the CCC via
the list serve so that CCC members may have input regarding the decision.
The final decision will be made by Gary Blau and the partner or member will
receive written approval or disapproval of the request. Any guest will be
present as a non voting participant.
Update on November 13 & 14 CCC Meeting (Marjorie)
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The draft CCC meeting agenda was sent to members prior to the call. There
were no new amendments suggested. The agenda will be sent to CCC members
along with a number of documents. They should be sent on November 1st to
ensure that members have time to read them as they will be important
springboards for our meeting.
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Members were reminded to make their travel plans as soon as possible.
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It was requested that all committee chairpersons and partners submit a list
bulleted list of accomplishments and a separate list of work priorities for the
coming year.
Information Sharing
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Dolores Jimerson shared that a federal site visit had already occurred for the
newly funded Tribal in Arizona. She also announced that NICWA is looking
for a community Development Specialist and for members to refer any likely
candidates to her as the need is urgent.
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Kate Pahinui, Sandra Spencer and Conni Wells presented information on family
organizations to Kathryn Power. Kathryn was impressed by the
collaboration between the Statewide Family Networks (SWFN) and the
Federation. The SWFN RFA will likely be published before the final budget
is passed so it is unknown how many networks will receive support. The
scoring process will be used to rank applicants.
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John Fluke has been visiting sites and in contact with many as a part of the
national evaluation team and is excited by what he has seen. At this
point he has had contact with ½ the sites.
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A reminder: The Federation of Families is having its National Meeting in
St. Louis. It will include training on the Family Guide.
Theresa King will also be presenting a workshop.
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Maria Rodriguez is working with Youth M.O.V.E. on their publication which will
take the organization to its next level.
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May 8th 2007 is Mental Health Awareness Day. Planning by all partners is
already underway. The partners include NMHA, NASMHPD, NAMI and
NASW. The theme will be on Merging Mental Health and Education to improve
the lives of children. The partners are looking for a celebrity
spokesperson. If you have an idea of an appropriate celebrity please let
them know.
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Vivian Jackson shared that the first follow up conference call of the Pre
Institutes cultural competency group occurred on community practice. It
will continue on a monthly basis.
Don’t forget to make arrangements for the CCC Meeting in Rockville!!!
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