VALLEY SOCIAL CLUB NEWSLETTER FOR SEPTEMBER 2012

Volume 36, Issue 9

THE PRESIDENT SPEAKS !

Greetings to all the Valley Social Club members. I hope that everyone had a great summer. The club had a really fun and active summer. We once again went to Quassy for our summer trip and as always had a really fun time. We all eat too much and had the chance to ride rides and cool off in the water park. I think that this was the first year we didn't get harassed by the bees. We also started up the executive meetings again. We plan to have them on the first Monday of the month. We will also be going to the state wide picnic on the 7th of September and we are planning on going to the Big E with the Shoreline club this month also so keep your eye out for theses dates plus a lot more. Your Pres. Julianne.

FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT

Hi all my fellow club members. I hope all are doing well Last month we were really busy with outside activities. We got to go to breakfast at Cracker Barrel, we Started French lessons with Jacques at the club as well as art classes and some of the girls got to go shoe shopping for free shoes that were donated. We also went to Lake Quassy for our club trip. This month we will be going to the State Wide Picnic and the Big E. hope to see you all at

the club soon. Carol B.

WHAT IS SCHIZOPHRENICS ANONYMOUS ?

Schizophrenics Anonymous (SA) is a self help peer support group for persons who have schizophrenia or a related type illness. Schizophrenia like illnesses are illnesses that have psychotic syndrome including hallucinations and delusions such as schizoaffective disorder, bipolar, psychotic depression and psychosis. SA was founded in the Detroit Michigan area in July of 1985. Since then thousands of people have participated in SA meetings that have aided their recovery efforts. For FAQs about SA contact Jim Cronin at x1430. thanks for your attention. Jim

HAVE A HAPPY DAY

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SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
The club wishes the following folks a happy birthday. Douglas S 9/13 Carol B 9/15 Gayle A 9/17 Michelle B 9/24

THE MASTERS TABLE

This months Masters Table at Christ Church on South Cliff Street in Ansonia, CT. will be on September 30,2012 from 4pm to 6 pm. All are welcome to attend this wonderful meal by volunteers. Please stop by and enjoy a meal with friends and all are The next Masters Table will be October 28, 2012.

SOCIAL CLUB FUNDRAISER FOR THE KIDS!

Julianne M., Carol B., Sylvia H., and Mike L. volunteered their time to do an ice cream fundraiser for Umbrellas Back To School Backpack Program. Every year the club raises money for the Umbrella program at BH care. The club raised a total of $30 to be donated to the program to buy children a backpack and other school supplies. The members and some staff support the effort. Thanks to those who came to enjoy a bowl of ice cream or a sundae. They really hope the effort helps some child who really needs it! -

LAST CHANCE FOR RENTERS REBATE!

The 2011 Renters Rebate is coming to an end on September 15,2012. You must be disabled or 65 years of age to qualify for this rebate. If your annual income is $32,300 (single) and $39,500 (married). There is no asset limit. Rebate amounts can be as high as $700/year for a single person and $900/year for married persons. Application forms may be filled out at the town social service agency or office of the Assessor, depending on the town, between may 16 and September 15. You also can visit the Renters Rebate Website to learn about this reimbursement program that provides qualifying Connecticut renters with a cash rebate.

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THANKS FOR MAKING OUR LADIES FEEL SO SPECIAL!

The women members of OPTIONS and Valley Social Club were invited to partake in a very special activity. The owner of Shoptique in Branford, CT. did a very generous and thoughtful thing for our women by outfitting them with beautiful sandals. They were given the opportunity to receive these shoes from the owner, Carol. She said she and her staff really feel very happy to be able to help out these ladies. Everyones shoe size was taken and then some amazing sandals were brought out to try. The smiles on everyones face was priceless. Everyone felt so special. The staff really went out of their way to make every woman feel very special. All members were looking pretty incredible after the visit, so thank you Carol for making this possible. Thanks for Kerry Haynes, Supervisor of OPTIONS CLUB and Ralph Despres, Director of Specialty Services for making this possible for everyone!

A NEW STEREO FOR THE CLUB

Thanks to Donna K. and Elaine M. the club will be receiving a brand new stereo for all members to enjoy. How you ask did they do it? Well, they both won a contest at church. Donna did it one time and Elaine did it twice! The rules stated they had to then donate the money to their favorite charity. They both decided that their favorite charity was the Social Club! Great for us, they are donating the stereo from Wal-Mart and they both will go and pick out with the remaining money some bingo prizes for the weekly bingo group. So from all the members thank you so much for being so lucky at winning contests and for thinking about making members so happy for many years to come!

ROBERTS COURNER
Life seems as fragile as a snowflake on the window. Thank you God, that relationships, sometimes as fragile as a snow flake can be mended together again. By Sue Kidd, Author
New phone system !! Hi Everyone, When calling into BHcare, you will find we have a new way to dial a staff members extension. For Example: Mike Barones was 453 now it is 1453. Hope this is helpful!

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Grocery & Laundry Group MONDAY

TUESDAY Services start at 10:00 AM

September 2012
WEDNESDAY

LABOR DAY

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HOLIDAY Club and Center is closed today!

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Grocery Shopping Derby, Seymour, Ansonia residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089 Staff: John Dykman

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Grocery Shopping Shelton residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089 Staff: John Dykman

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Laundry Group Derby, Seymour, Oxford residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089

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Laundry Group Derby, Seymour, Oxford residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089 Staff: John Dykman

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Laundry Group Ansonia, Shelton residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089 Staff: John Dykman

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Grocery Shopping Ansonia, residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089 Staff: John Dykman

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Grocery Shopping Derby, Seymour, Oxford residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089 Staff: John Dykman

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Grocery Shopping Shelton residents To sign up call: Mike 732-7089 Staff: John Dykman

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SIGN UP FOR THE GROCERY GROUP OR THE LAUNDRY GROUP CALL MIKE BARONE AT 203-732-7089 BETWEEN 8:30-5PM M-F.
PARTICIPANTS MUST CALL IN ADVANCE OF THE CHOSEN DATE, & HAVE YOUR OWN MONEY FOR BOTH GROUPS.**

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KID POWERED

FREE FAMILY CARNIVAL

Boys & Girls Club Day for Kids
&

11TH Annual Childrens Health & Safety Fair

Sponsored by

Valley Parish Nurses of Griffin Hospital The LNV Boys and Girls Club Griffin Faculty Practice: Primary Care

Sunday, September 16, 2012

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley One Positive Place, Shelton, CT Activities include Carnival Games, Moon Bounce, Fire Engines, Safe House, Rescue Vehicles, & so much more! Health, Wellness, & Safety Interactive Displays (CHIP) Child Identification Program Car Seat Clinic Free Bike helmets for the first 300 children
including

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PEER RUN SUPPORT GROUPS

MONDAY3-4PM- OVER EATERS ANONYMOUS - For those individuals in need of support for all eating disorders-Meetings are held in the 1st floor clinic meeting room. Call Jim Cronin at 203-736-2601, Ext. 430. TUESDAY 4-5 PM-AA GROUP- A group that lends support for alcohol addictions based on the 12-step program. The Meeting is held at the Valley Social Club. Please call Jim Cronin at 203-736-2601, Ext. 430. 5-7pm-SOBER SOCIAL Come to this fun group held at the club for anyone who would like to learn a new game, and learn how to socialize with others in a fun and unique way! The group also shares a light dinner too! Rides provided only after the conclusion of group if needed. WEDNESDAY1-2pm-NICOTINEANONYMOUS-12- Step Group to assist with quitting or support of quitting your tobacco habit. Located in the Lower Level of BHCARE, Call John Dykman at 203-736-2601, Ext. 431. 3-4p-SCHIZOPHRENICS ANONYMOUS A 6 Step Program for individuals with Schizophrenia or related disorders. This group is located in the lower level Conference Room of BH Care. Please meet in the clinic waiting area. Call Jim Cronin at 203-736-2601, Ext. 430. THURSDAY2-3PM-AA MTG. held weekly in the Lower Level Conference Room of BHcare. Everyone is welcome to attend that is in recovery. This is a 12-Step Support Group. 4-5-PM- DUAL RECOVERYANONYMOUSFor anyone needing support for emotional and psychiatric disorders and addiction issues. This 12-Step Support Group is conducted at the Valley Social Club for more information please call Jim Cronin at 203-736-2601, Ext. 430. 5-7pm-SOBER SOCIAL Come to this fun group held at the club for anyone who would like to learn a new game, and learn how to socialize with others in a fun and unique way! The group also shares a light dinner too! Rides Provided only after the conclusion of group if needed. FRIDAY4-5PM- EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS this nationally advertised program assists Individuals in dealing with their day to day concerns and works on a 12-Step Program. For more information please call 203-736-2601, Ext.430 and ask for Jim Cronin. SEE SOCIAL CLUB CALENDAR FOR UPDATESAND OTHER GROUPS RUN THROUGHTHE RECOVERY SERVICES PROGRAM.

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Sun
STAFF NUMBERS
Phyllis 305-7895 Jacques 4301466 Mike 732-7089

Mon
OTHER NUMBERS Valley Transit 735-6408 Valley Cab 732-8294
3 Labor Day Holiday club closed Today only!

Tue
OTHER NUMBERS
V.S.C. 735-9106 BHcare 736-2601 BHcare Clinic ext. 380
4 Breakfast 8:30-10am French Class 11-12pm Bingo 2-3pm AA Mtg. 4-5pm Sober Social 5-7pm

Wed
Club Closed by 9:30am on September 7th for the State Wide Picnic and on September 18th for the Big E!

Thu

Fri

Sat
1 Drop In 1-3:30p * Key Holder needed for this activity

2 CLUB CLOSED

5 Breakfast 8:30 -10am Pool Touney11:30p Verses Fellowship Out To Eat 4-6p*$ 12 Breakfast 8:30-10pm Enlightened Lunch 12-1p Rosy from Umbrella Services 19 Breakfast 8:30-10am **Billiard Tournament with Milford Leave: 9:305 Return: 12n* 26

6 Lunch 12-12:30pm Art Class 11-12 Dual Recovery 4-5pm Sober Social 5-7pm**

7 State Wide Picnic 11-3 pm Club Closed all day Except for : E.A. Group 4-5p

8 Drop In 1-3:30P *Key Holder needed for this activity!

9 CLUB CLOSED

10 Lunch 12-12:30pm Executive Meeting 12:30p Music Appreciation 1-2pm Drawing Class 2-3pm O.E. Anon 3-4p (Clinic)

11 Breakfast 8:30-10a French Class 11-12p Bingo 2-3p AA Mtg. 4-5p Sober Social 5-7pm

13 Lunch 12-12:30p Art Class 11-12 Dual Recovery 4-5pm Sober Social 4-5pm*

14 Free Lunch 12-12:30pm Beach Walk 1-3p ** Emotions Anon 4-5pm 21 Free lunch 12-12:30pm Movies, pool time, or what ever comes first! 1p 28 Free Lunch 12-12:30pm Emotions Anon. 4-5pm

15 Drop In 1-3:30P * Key Holder needed for this activity!

16 CLUB CLOSED

17 Lunch 12-12:30pm Music Appreciation 12pm Drawing Class 2-3pm O.E. Anon 3-4pm 24 Lunch 12-12:30pm Music appreciation. 1-2pm Drawing Class 2-3pm O.E. Anon 3-4pm Club Dinner 4-5 Free!

18 no breakfast club Club closed all day for Big E Trip 8 seats only! AA Mtg. 4-5pm Sober Social 5-7pm

20 Lunch 12-12:30pm Art Class 11-12 Dual Recovery 4-5pm Sober Social 5-7pm

22 Drop In 1-3:30P

23 CLUB CLOSED

25 Breakfast 8:3010am French Class 11-12pm Bingo 2-3pm AA Mtg.4-5pm Sober Social 5-7pm

Breakfast 8:30-10am Hike at Sleeping Giant bring your own lunch 10:30-2* NO FRENCH CLASS ON THE 18TH ONLY!

27 Lunch 12-12:30pm Art Class 11-12 Dual Recovery 4-5pm Sober social 5-7pm

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POT LUCK PICNIC AT OSBORNEDALE 10-1 ** Sign up for what you are bringing!

30 CLUB CLOSED

*Means that you must sign up the activity

$ Means that you must pay for this activity.

Note; Karen is back and teaching her art group in the lower level rehab conference room. The new time is 11-12 on Thursdays!