Recovery Education Program Spring 2018 Course Catalog · PDF filePage 3 of 16 FREQUENTLY ASKED...

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Boston University College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation Stephanie Cummings, Administrative Manager Recovery Services Division 940 Commonwealth Avenue West Boston, Massachusetts 02215 T: 617-353-3549 F: 617-353-7700 cpr.bu.edu

Recovery Education Program’s

Spring 2018 Course Catalog

IMPORTANT DATES

ABOUT US

The Recovery Education Program at the Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation is an adult

education program that offers students the opportunity to choose a range of wellness courses

support their rehabilitation and recovery efforts. This program is designed to strengthen and

broaden the student’s knowledge of the physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual practices

that will enhance their readiness for personal change and role recovery.

Course Registration: November 28th – December 8th

Course Confirmation Letters Sent Out: December 12th

2-Day New Student Orientation: Tuesday, Jan.9 & Thursday, Jan 11 Time: 1:00- 3:00

First Day of Classes: January 16th

Last Day of Classes: April 20th

Spring Break: March 5- 9th

Center Closed: Presidents’ Day, February 16th Patriots’ Day, April 16th

http://www.bu.edu/cpr

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CONTENTS

Important Dates ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 1

About Us …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 1

Frequently Asked Questions ……………………………………………………………………………. Page 3

Course List ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 4

Course Schedule ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 5

Course Descriptions ………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 6-14

Center Announcement: Student Absentee Line ……………………………..……………….. Page 15

Course Registration Form ……………………………………………………………………………….. Page 16

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What are the requirements to participate in the Recovery Education Program?

A: Interested individuals must apply to the program, provide documentation of a mental health condition, be

willing to use an educational environment to foster their recovery, submit medical records, receive physician

approval to participate in any of our Physical Fitness Classes, be willing to consider participation in program

evaluation research.

Q: Can you tell me more about the Recovery Education Program?

A: Although we do everything in our ability to accept all interested individuals, enrollment is limited due to our

space considerations. Classes are held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Courses are offered on a trimester

schedule: September – December (fall), January – April (spring), May – August (summer) for more information,

please contact Stephanie Cummings at (617) 353-3549 or [email protected]

Q: How do I apply to the Recovery Education Program?

A: You will need to complete a Student Application Packet which includes a Medical & Psychiatric Information Form, mail the packet to Stephanie Cummings or fax it to Stephanie Cummings at 617-353-7700 After receipt of ALL forms, you will be contacted before the start of Course Registration to arrange a short interview and tour of the Center. The packet is available on our webpage at cpr.bu.edu.

Q: How much does the Recovery Education Program cost?

A: The courses offered at the Center are free to all of our students. Q: Do I need written medical permission to participate in any of the courses?

A: Yes. You will need to provide written medical permission for the following course: Supported Physical Activity

Q: How do I register for courses?

A: You must be enrolled in the Recovery Education Program to register for courses. After you have enrolled, you will need to complete a course registration form available on the last page of this catalog. Please send the course registration form to Stephanie Cummings via fax at (617) 353-7700 or via email at [email protected]. We strongly encourage our students, current and new, to come to the Center to register in person, staff members are available to assist you in the process. Everything you will need to register for classes will be here.

Q: How many classes can I take this trimester?

A: The Center is offering students a maximum of 3 courses, and registration is required for ALL of the courses

offered. Please note that although every attempt will be made to place you in your first choice course, there is

no guarantee.

Q: Can I add and/or drop a course?

A: Due to space limitations, there is no capacity for students to add a course to their schedule once the trimester

starts. However, you may drop a course during the first 3 weeks of the trimester.

Q: What do I do if I am unable to attend my class?

A: Please call the Student Absentee Line at (617) 358-1413. We expect students to notify us if you are unable to

come to your class that day.

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COURSE LIST

WORK, EDUCATION & COMMUNITY COURSES:

Career Coaching: Opening Doors Project ……………….…………………………..…………………………………..……………. Page 6

Career Peer Support……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 6

Community Service ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 7

Enhancing Your Thinking Skills …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Page 7

Office Administrator Computer Skills …………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 7

WELLNESS COURSES:

Connectedness …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Page 8

Developing Stress Resilience ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 8

Dragon Tiger Qigong …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Page 9

Nutrition & Exercise for Wellness & Recovery……………………………………………………………………….................. Page 9

Physical Fitness ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 10

Physical Wellness …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 10

Recovery Support ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 10

Reiki 1 …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………….…………….. Page 11

YOGA ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………. Page 11

Thriving in Relationships Through The Power of Communication …………………………………………………………. Page 11

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES: Advanced Painting Studio ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 12

Book Club …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Page 12

Empowering Ourselves Through Song …………………………………………………………………………………………………… Page 12

Music and Community ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………............ Page 13

Musicians' Performance & Support………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 13

Painting, History & Self Expression.…………………… ……………………………………………………………………………….. Page 14

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COURSE SCHEDULE

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Developing Stress Resilience Practice (LCR) Community Service (RCC) CMHP (CC & RCC)

10:00- 11:30 10:00 - 11:30 10:00 - 11:00

Marjorie OT Interns

Enhancing Your Thinking Skills (CC) Connectedness (LCR) Physical Wellness (FC)

10:00 - 11:30 10:00- 11:30 10:00 - 12:00

Derek Lenny Lenny

Physical Fitness (FC) Office Administrator Computer Skills (CC) Painting, History, & Self-Expression (RCC)

10:00 - 12:00 10:00 -11:30 Derek

Lenny Eric & Derek 10:00 - 11:30

Book Club (RCC) Career Peer Support (1st Floor Kitchen) CMHP (CC)

10:00- 11:30 11:00- 12:00 (every Third Thursday of the month) 11:00 - 12:00

Opening Doors Career Lab (CC) Wendy & Marijane Cynthia & Deb

12:00 - 1:00

Opening Doors Team Recovery Support (RCC) Staff Meeting/ Training (LCR) CMHP (LCR)

*Research Project* 12:15 - 1:45 12:00 - 1:00 12:00 - 1:00

Lenny & Viesia

Career Coaching: Opening Doors (CC & RCC) Career Coaching: Opening Doors (CC & RCC)

2:00 - 3:30 2:00 - 3:30

Opening Doors Team Opening Doors Team

*Research Project* Thriving in Relationships Through *Research Project* Developing Stress Resilience (LCR) CMHP(LCR)

The Power of Communication (LCR) 1:15 -2:45 1:00 - 2:00

12:30 -2:00 Marjorie

Ali, Sofia & Kathy

Empowering Ourselves Through Song (LCR) Reiki 1 (RCC) Music & Community (RCC)

2:15- 3:45 1:15 - 2:45 Derek

Marjorie, Brad & Andre Cynthia & Deb 12:30 - 2:00

Empowering Ourselves Through Song (LCR)

Yoga (RCC) Advanced Painting Studio(RCC) Nutrition & Exercise for Wellness & Recovery (LCR) Musicians' Performance & Support (RCC)

2:00 -3:00 2:30 -4:00 3:00 - 4:30 2:30 - 4:00

Hands To Heart Center Staff Derek Stephanie Derek

Dragon Tiger Qigong (RCC)

3:00 - 4:30

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WORK, EDUCATION & COMMUNITY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Career Coaching: Opening Doors

Mondays & Wednesdays (CC & RCC) 2:00 - 3:30 with the Opening Doors Team

*This class is a research study*

This 12-week program is designed to help you develop a career path for yourself. You will be assisting in

exploring your work options, learning about the world of work, developing a career plan, and preparing

materials to help you apply for school or jobs that you are of interest to you. This class meets twice a week for

8 weeks and then once a week for the last 4 weeks. Each student will also meets with an instructor for 4-8

individual sessions that begin in the middle of the intervention and extend beyond the 12-week period. This

course can assist you to achieve individual

Special Note: This class is offered as part of a research study. If you agree to enroll in the study, there is a 50/50 chance

of being selected to participate in the Opening Doors program. If you are not selected to participate in the Opening Doors

intervention, you will be placed on a waitlist. You will still have the option of participating in Opening Doors after 12

months. During those 12 months, you will be invited to participate in 5 research interviews. Please contact Stephanie

here at the Center to register, or Uma Millner, to learn more about the study. Uma can be contacted at 617-353-3549 or

by email [email protected]

Career Peer Support

Third Thursday of Each Month (1st Floor Kitchen)

11:00 – 12:00 with Cynthia & Deb

Are you a person in recovery who has an advanced degree (MA, JD, MD) and is seeking career peer support?

This peer support group will meet once a month on the third Thursday of each month from 11-12noon in the

Recovery Center Kitchen. Come to listen, support and network with one another.


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WORK, EDUCATION & COMMUNITY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Community Service

Thursdays (RCC) 10:00 – 11:30 with OT Interns

Community service is about giving back to the community. By participating in community service, we not only

help others, we help ourselves. Community service has shown to improve physical health; increase happiness,

self-esteem, and life satisfaction; build confidence and promote recovery while learning skills, meeting new

people and keeping active! In this class, we will be working on increasing our communication skills and

developing our roles as an active member of our community by working on small and large projects, while

collaborating with a local community site to do service together.

Enhancing Your Thinking Skills

Tuesdays (CC) 10:00 – 11:30 with Derek & Intern

Come enhance your wellness and have some fun. Recovery and wellness involve attending to our mind, body

and spirit. Often, a psychiatric illness, substance abuse history, or treatment medications can affect how we

think, how we remember, how we pay attention and how we learn. This class will teach skills and strategies

that assist us to improve these functions of our mind and support our overall wellness. Activities such as

crosswords, Sudoku, languages, reading, memory improvement techniques, brain games and brainteasers, will

be used to enhance our cognitive skills. We also will utilize computer-based programs such as COGPACK and

Lumosity as tools to enhance memory.

Office Administrator Computer Skills

Thursdays (CC) 10:00 -11:30 with Eric & Derek

Oh how times, and people, have changed in the world over the last few years. Whether you are returning to

the workforce after a number of years away or you are new to the administrative side of the business world,

this class is for you. We will cover key skills that are essential to working in any office, including excel and

online tools such as Dropbox, Google Docs.

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WELLNESS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Connectedness

Thursdays (LCR) 10:00 – 11:30 with Lenny & Intern

Do you want to build and strengthen the relationships in your life? This class will engage you in dialogue and

exploration about the importance of feeling connected to support your wellness and recovery. This class will

explore four domains: connecting with self, connecting with others, connecting with our environment and

connecting with a larger meaning or purpose in life. We will look at our strengths and abilities and work at

building positive and meaningful connections to support health and wellness.

Developing Stress Resilience

Tuesdays (LCR) 10:30 -12:00 with Marjorie & Deb

Thursdays (LCR) 1:15 – 2:45 with Marjorie & Deb

60-90% of all visits to health care providers are stress-related. Stress can negatively affect our health,

happiness, recovery, and relationships. In Developing Stress Resilience, we will be building mindfulness skills in

order to identify our causes and signs of stress, learn ways to calm our body/mind, and develop positive

thinking. This course can help you:

1. Respond well to life’s daily stressors

2. Develop resilience tools

3. Participate more actively in your wellness and recovery

In each class, we will practice a mindfulness-based relaxation activity, such as breath work, meditation, mantra

singing/contemplation, and positive, compassionate self-talk.

This course meets twice a week. The Tuesday class will provide additional practice to develop mindfulness

skills, and is optional. Participation in class and at home activities are highly encouraged so that you can

become more stress resilient.

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WELLNESS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Dragon Tiger Qigong Thursdays (RCC) 3:00 – 4:30 with Derek & Interns

Dragon and Tiger Medical Qigong is a 1,500-year-old self-healing movement system based on acupuncture. It helps free you of energetic (chi or qi) blockages by balancing the energetic flow that runs through the meridians or energy channels of your body. This class will teach you 7 circular and graceful movements that are renowned for accomplishing major positive changes in the body including energy, balance, body awareness and relaxation. Everyone is welcome!

Nutrition and Exercise for Wellness & Recovery (NEW-R)

Thursdays (LCR) 3:00 – 4:30 with Stephanie, Kathy & Intern

What better way to kick off 2018 with a class that will provide you with new knowledge, skills for healthier

eating and physical activity?! We will examine our eating and exercise habits to identify what we would most

like to change, and set achievable goals each week to make these changes. NEW-R can help us lose weight

through nutritious meal planning, reduced portion sizes, and increased daily exercise. Together we will

provide support and keep each other on track. This class has a weekly activity component so please wear

comfortable clothes and sneakers.

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Physical Fitness

Tuesdays 10:00 – 12:00 (FC) with Lenny & Interns

** Students must wear workout clothes and sneakers**

IMPORTANT NOTE: Written medical permission is required by the first day of class. This class leaves from

the Center 9:50 AM.

The goal of this class is to help you to increase your levels of physical activity. Physical activity is a critical

strategy to improve your health as a resource for recovery. This course is an opportunity to improve your

physical wellbeing through structured, supported and individualized exercise. Participants will develop a

personalized wellness program that will include stretching, strength exercises and a cardiovascular routine at

the Fitrec Gym at Boston University.

Leisure Wellness

Fridays (FC) Friday 10:00 – 12:00 with Lenny & Interns

** Students must wear workout clothes and sneakers**

IMPORTANT NOTE: Written medical permission is required by the first day of class. This class leaves from

the Center 9:50 AM.

Leisure physical activities are an important part of healthy living and help people to develop satisfying

relationships. This class will expose students to the fun of activity through a variety of leisure sports as well as

discussions about important social communication skills. Students will visit our BU facilities and have the

opportunity to play sports such as basketball, soccer, flag football and ultimate Frisbee. Other topics will

include sportsmanship, teamwork, confidence building, and the process of leadership as they relate to your

recovery & life.

Recovery Support

Tuesdays (RCC) 12:30PM- 2:00PM with Lenny & Viesia

The Recovery Center is delighted to offer all students & staff the opportunity to come together, inclusively as

humans who have experienced any loss, trauma or life difficulty. Those who have journeyed through their own

healing process and are able to provide a healing space, to facilitate this group. We will articulate our goals for

healing and wellness as well as share our story for coping, healing and growing with one another.

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Reiki 1

Thursdays (RCC) 1:15 - 2:45 with Cynthia & Deb

Have you ever wanted to learn an easy and reliable tool for providing yourself and others with relaxation and well-

being? Reiki is a fun and effective way to help yourself and others. It is a Japanese mind/body method of healing that

has roots in supporting the energy centers of the body and is being increasingly used in hospitals and other health care

setting to support the recovery of people from surgery and/or injuries. It can also be used for ongoing health promotion.

This class will focus on instructing students in Reiki. Students will be attuned (i.e. linked) to Reiki energy and gain

extensive practice in giving Reiki to themselves and others, as part of the class experience, students will participate in

several Reiki clinics at the Center.

Yoga

Tuesdays (RCC) 2:00 – 3:00 with Hands to Heart Yoga Instructors

Do you want to experience the mind and body benefits of yoga? This introductory, 12 week class will teach

you fundamental yoga postures. We will focus on breathing in connection with your movement. You will

stretch and strengthen your muscles, leading to improved fitness, mindfulness, and relaxation. The class will

be taught at a gentle pace with support from the teachers. All fitness levels welcome – we will find

modifications for any poses that are challenging. Wear stretchy or loose clothing. We have yoga mats, but feel

free to bring your own if you prefer. This is a great opportunity to develop a new awareness and appreciation

of your mind-body-spirit connection.

Thriving in Relationships through the Power of Communication

Tuesdays (LCR) 12:30 – 2:00 with Ali, Sofia & Kathy

Interpersonal skills, such as starting a conversation, actively listening, expressing feelings, and resolving

conflict, are essential to building and maintaining satisfying relationships. Impressing an employer, making a

new friend, and getting along with a roommate are all relational goals that require such skills. This interactive

class is an opportunity for students to practice their "people skills" through role-play in a fun and supportive

environment.

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Advanced Painting Studio

Wednesdays (RCC) 2:30 – 4:00 with Derek & Intern

This class is an opportunity to experience an Open Studio where artists work together, share ideas and

feedback. You are not required to share your work, but it is highly encouraged. When we share our work with

others and hear their positive feedback, it encourages us to look at our work from a different perspective. We

also gain ideas from other people’s work that may affect what choices we make for our next artwork. We will

also look at works of art from history in order expand our ideas of how to develop our own style The class is

for students who have already attended the Painting and Community classes.

Book Club

Tuesday 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (RCC) with Marijane & Wendy

This club is an opportunity to come together to explore several different books and short stories in a variety of

genres. We will begin the semester as a group, deciding on several books selections. This book club invites

everyone to participate in discussions and space is made so everyone can share. Each student can gain access

to the Minuteman Library Network, a Boston-wide library system where you can gain access to books from 35

libraries. Any student who loves to read, no matter what your pace or interest, is encouraged to join.

Empowering Ourselves through Song

Tuesdays (LCR) 2:15 – 3:45 with Marjorie & Boston University School of Music

We are born with the ability to make sounds and sing. In Empowering Ourselves Through Song, we will express our

voices by making music together with our bodies, minds, and hearts, and supporting each other in the process. “Let us

sing with our own voice, even if it is hoarse…” (Augusto Boal). This is a course for recovery and transformation guided

by music educators from BU School of Music. You don’t have to believe that you can sing to participate, but you must

have the willingness to take the risk of singing aloud, joining hands with others, and smiling. We will be developing

mindfulness, singing, chanting, reciting mantras, telling stories, moving, and meditating together. In the words of Cuban

singer Celia Cruz, “Your pains will go away by singing. It’s more beautiful to live singing…” Join us in song, and let your

spirit ring!

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Music & Community

Fridays (RCC) 12:30 – 2:00 with Derek & Interns

Music and Song can be a powerful tool of communication and human beings have sung songs, played drums, wind and stringed instruments for 1,000s of years. Come join us on Friday afternoons to make some music. If you are an aspiring musician, singer, songwriter or someone who wants to try those things, we want you to bring your ideas, to share and play. Bring your own and other peoples’ songs, poems, music, raps and performance pieces. We shall be “conducting” various “jam” sessions for students to join in with using drums, percussion, guitars, piano and any instruments that you have. There will also be opportunities to perform individually or with the accompaniment of other students and facilitators.

Musicians' Performance & Support

Fridays (RCC) 12:30 -2:00 with Derek & Intern

This is class is specifically designed for students who are musicians and singers and who wish to improve their

skills in practice, performance and technique whether solo or in a group. These are people who want feedback

and who are willing to give feedback. Come and grow as musicians in a safe place with very cool people. All

styles of music and song are welcome. There will be time allotted for solo performances and time allotted for

accompaniment and some jamming. Bring your instruments; bring your ideas and bring your enthusiasm.

Above all bring your authentic musician self. As Frank Zappa said, “Information is not knowledge. Knowledge

is not wisdom. Wisdom is not truth. Truth is not beauty. Beauty is not love. Love is not music. Music is THE

BEST.”

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Painting, History & Self Expression

Fridays (RCC) 10:00 -11:30 with Estie and Derek

Painting is primarily about self-expression. However, to grow as an artist we need to understand the evolution

of art and how artists throughout history have used art to represent feelings, values, as well as social and

political unrest and change. In this class, we will spend some time each week looking at a different movement

of art history. From Ancient Art to Impressionism to Contemporary Art, Students can then choose to either

experiment with those concepts and techniques, or to express themselves however they want. This class is

designed for beginner and experienced artists (and even those who do not yet consider themselves artists!)

and the only requirements are an open mind and a willingness to learn!

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The Center for Psychiatric

Rehabilitation’s

Student Absentee Line

(617) 358-1413

If you are going to absent, please call the Student Absentee Line and leave a message with your name, your teacher’s name and the name of your class.

Who should I call

if I’m too sick to

go to class?

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doctor’s

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Just call the

student

absentee line!

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Boston University College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation

Stephanie Cummings, Administrative Manager Recovery Services Division 940 Commonwealth Avenue West Boston, Massachusetts 02215 T: 617-353-3549 F: 617-353-7700 cpr.bu.edu

Recovery Education Program

Spring 2018 Course Registration Form

Basic Instructions: PLEASE WRITE LEGIBLY, and send your completed course registration form to Stephanie Cummings via fax at (617) 353-7700 or via email at [email protected].

STUDENT INFORMATION

Date: _________________________

Name:

[Last Name] [First Name] [Middle Initial]

Address:

[Street] [Apartment/Suite Number]

[City] [State] [Zip Code]

Phone:

[Home] [Cell]

Date of Birth: (XX/XX/XXXX) Email:

REGISTRATION INFORMATION & COURSE SELECTION

Please, sign-up for the 3 courses you want to take this semester. If you only want, take 1 or 2 courses this semester, just

sign-up for 1 or 2 courses. Please remember that although every attempt will be made to place you in the courses you

select, there are no guarantees! So, please list your courses in order of preference below.

Please check this box if you are interested in Career Coaching: Opening Doors a research project, which does NOT

count towards your 3-course-limit.

*Please, check if you may participate in Recovery Support during the semester, we ask for contact information for a drop-in class,

in the event that the class is canceled and we would need to reach you. Thank you.

COURSE NAME (list in order of preference)

1st Choice

2nd Choice

3rd Choice

Recovery Support*



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