Take Care of Yourself as you Take Care of Others
While the holiday season is a time of joy for many people,
it is also a difficult time for many others. Just as NJAMHAA members are
dedicated to helping individuals throughout the state to cope with holiday
blues, as well as chronic depression and other behavioral health challenges,
NJAMHAA is committed to supporting members through the challenges of the many
changes that the behavioral healthcare system is undergoing.
We always take charge and are constantly working on your
behalf. As there is a lot to be concerned about and advocate for, we are at the
forefront. For example, we are actively representing NJAMHAA members on
Governor-elect Phil Murphy’s Transition Team’s Healthcare Committee and the
Department of Health’s Integrated Health Advisory Council.
With so much in policy being in flux and unpredictable, it
is natural to feel stressed and anxious. You may want to consider adapting
these tips for coping with holiday blues in your efforts to manage the changes
in the behavioral healthcare system:
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Acknowledge
your feelings: You are not alone and you should not suppress anxiety you
may be feeling.
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Reach out:
Building on the previous point, reach out to your coworkers and colleagues in
other agencies to share concerns.
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I strongly encourage all of you to participate
in Practice Groups and Membership Meetings to gain and share innovative ideas
and collaborate on advocacy strategies.
▪ Plan ahead: Make the most of NJAMHAA’s training opportunities to plan for major changes that will be taking place, such as value-based purchasing, and explore potential partnerships to ensure your agencies’ ongoing viability.
All of us at NJAMHAA thank you for your commitment to
improving the quality of life for hundreds of thousands of people, and we wish
all of you enjoyable holidays and a wonderful New Year.
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