by Theresa Drass | Oct 26, 2023 | Behavioral Health, Community, healthcare, Lawyers, Legal Nurse Consultant, Mental Health, Nurse Consultant
Significant social problems including rising suicide rates, systemic racism, political turmoil, food and housing insecurities, violence, the opioid epidemic, etc… preceded, and in some cases, were worsening in our communities prior to the arrival of COVID. As COVID...
by Theresa Drass | Oct 10, 2023 | Behavioral Health, children, Community, Consultant, Mental Health, Work Life Balance
Mental health matters Mental health is just as important as physical health, but it is often overlooked or dismissed. On this Mental Health Awareness Day, and during these continued tempestuous times, please take time to reflect about the importance of mental health...
by Theresa Drass | Sep 21, 2023 | Behavioral Health, children, justice system, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorders
Are you a parent in Pennsylvania? Are you concerned about your child’s mental health? If so, I have good news for you. There is a free training available to help you learn more about youth mental health and how to support your child. This training is...
by Theresa Drass | Sep 11, 2023 | Consultant, Legal Nurse Consultant, Mental Health, September 11 Terrorist Attacks, Trauma
The September 11 attacks were a horrific event that left a lasting impact on the world. For those who were directly affected by the attacks, the anniversary can be a time of great sadness, anger, and anxiety. It can also be a time of reflection and healing. I was...
by Theresa Drass | Aug 28, 2023 | Behavioral Health, CMS regulations, Consultant, Lawyers, Mental Health, Networking, Nurse Consultant, project management, Recovery Oriented Care, Restraint Reduction, Substance Use Disorders
Eleven years ago, I sat down next to Nadiyah Gary and we started the next part of our mutual journey in hospital administration. Over the next decade, we made great progress in improving safety, treatment outcomes, and patient and staff satisfaction. Nadiyah is a...
by Theresa Drass | Aug 26, 2023 | Behavioral Health, Consultant, healthcare, Legal Nurse Consultant, Mental Health, Recovery Oriented Care, Substance Use Disorders
This is EXCITING stuff! #Practiceguidelines. #Clinicalstandards. #NIATx Kenneth Minkoff. #changemanagement #Clinicalfidelity. #evidencebasedpractice. William White. #Recoveryorientedcare #continuousqualityimprovement These are a few of my favorite things. 🎁 🌹 👩⚕️...
