Citizens Commission on Human Rights, CCHR

Halloween "The Mad Scientists' Laboratory" Trick-or-Treat
2022-10-31 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | CCHR Florida, 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756, United States
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida will be holding a family-friendly Halloween Open House.

Families and kids can participate to a Scavenger Hunt in our Museum decorated as a Mad Scientists’ Laboratory. There are plenty of candies for everyone visiting.
NOTE: If you come dressed as a scientist, you might receive extra candies!!

There will also be safe trick or treating with nearby non-profits & organizations on the block handing out candies and having fun kids activities as well.

Enjoy an epic HALLOWEEN evening on MONDAY, October 31 starting at 5:30PM.
Come out and have FUN!

NOTICE: As this is a family friendly event we reserve the right to turn away anyone who is intoxicated or inappropriately dressed.

Submit your questions to info@cchrflorida.org

Parental Rights Seminar
2022-09-21 18:00 - 19:00 | CCHR Florida, 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756, United States
Inviting Parents To Know More About Their Rights

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Seminar.

A seminar to talk about Parental Rights, what they are and how can a parent exert them.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 21st from 6:00pm – 7:00pm

WHERE: CCHR Florida Office – 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave. Clearwater, FL 33755

During the 2021 legislative session Florida lawmakers passed two bills that greatly increased the protection of children and parental rights – the School Safety Bill and the Parents’ Bill of Rights. In order to ensure that parents know their rights, CCHR Florida is hosting a free seminar. The better parents know their rights, the better they will be able to guide the education, health and mental health of their children.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. To understand some of the basic rights parents have in Florida.

2. To learn the process of how a child can be Baker Acted at school and what a parent can do to better protect their child.

3. To review options parents have concerning the health and mental health of their child.

HOST:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

For questions please call (727) 442 8820 or send an email to info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2022-09-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller has been a private attorney in the Tampa Bay area for many years. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, September 17th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Holistic Solutions to Mental Health
2022-08-27 12:30 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on holistic solutions for an improved mental health. Hear from an expert pharmacist.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Webinar.

Substance abuse certainly includes the misuse of opioids, which has led to a massive addiction problem around the globe. Pamela Seefeld is a pharmacognosist dealing with that and more.

Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal plants. Pamela Seefeld is all about replacing drugs with natural remedies. In her presentation, she delves into scientific facts about the effects certain medication can have on the body.

If you, or someone you know, have been prescribed psychotropic medication, you definitely want to participate to this event.

Specific Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about certain alternatives to achieve good mental health.
2. Get familiarized with effective formulas increasing one’s well being.
3. Be able to identify key action steps when facing mental distress.
4. Learn about the effect of drugs to the body.

Our Guest Speaker:

Pamela Seefeld, Registered Pharmacist, has been a practicing pharmacist and pharmacognosy consultant for 30 years. Pamela is a 1990 University of Florida graduate of the College of Pharmacy. She took a particular interest in pharmacognosy, the study of medicinal plants. She has been involved in metabolic support, vitamin therapeutics and medicinal natural products for a number of years. She insists on thorough and complete references in her work, and lectures on pharmacognosy.

Host:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Zoom Webinar

This live webinar is designed for:
· Healthcare professionals
· Registered Nurses
· Case Managers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2022-08-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller has been a private attorney in the Tampa Bay area for many years. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, August 20th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Parental Rights Seminar
2022-08-16 08:00 - 17:00 | CCHR Florida, 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756, United States
Inviting Parents To Know More About Their Rights

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Seminar.

A seminar to talk about Parental Rights, what they are and how can a parent exert them.

WHEN: Saturday – September 21st from 6:00pm – 7:00pm

WHERE: CCHR Florida Office – 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave. Clearwater, FL 33755

During the 2021 legislative session Florida lawmakers passed two bills that greatly increased the protection of children and parental rights – the School Safety Bill and the Parents’ Bill of Rights. In order to ensure that parents know their rights, CCHR Florida is hosting a free seminar. The better parents know their rights, the better they will be able to guide the education, health and mental health of their children.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. To understand some of the basic rights parents have in Florida.

2. To learn the process of how a child can be Baker Acted at school and what a parent can do to better protect their child.

3. To review options parents have concerning the health and mental health of their child.

HOST:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

For questions please call (727) 442 8820 or send an email to info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act and Parental Rights Webinar, Law updates
2022-08-10 09:30 - 10:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the updates made to the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act and an overview of Parental Rights in Florida.

About this event

Complimentary Webinar on the updates made to the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act and an overview of Parental Rights in Florida.

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide Law Enforcement Officers, School Resource Officers and School Personnel with a thorough understanding of the recent Florida Legislation related to potential Baker Act situation involving a juvenile. It is also a refresher to the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act), its impact on human rights and protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.

2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.

3. Be able to identify what parental rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.

4. Obtain action steps to preserve parental rights and safely use the Law.

Host:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 at 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Law Enforcement Officers
· Clinical Social Workers
· School Resource Officers
· School Personnel (counselors, administrative staff)

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Foster Kids & the Baker Act
2022-07-30 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the use of the Baker Act and medication management in the Florida Foster Care System.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

In Florida, there are currently about 19,000 children in foster care. The average age is 10. About 50% will not complete high school and almost 95% will never earn a college degree. With nearly 400,000 foster kids in the foster care system in the United States, 75 % of 17 y-olds have changed schools over 5 times.

Millions from taxpayer funds are invested in this system every year, yet there are still numerous foster kids lacking stability, good health and guidance in order to “age-out” of the system safely and thrive in life.

Has privatizing the foster care system really helped protect these vulnerable kids?

This conversation shine a light on what Florida foster kids go through.

As Case Workers, Guardian Ad Litem, Caregivers and even Foster Parents, you all deserve to be part of this conversation.

Specific Learning Objectives:

• Understand what happens to foster kids when they are in the foster care system.

• Hear examples on how certain parents, guardians and caregivers have navigated this system for the benefit of foster kids.

• Identify the basic children’s rights impacted in foster care.

• Learn about the laws regarding involuntary psychiatric examinations and medication prescription within the foster care system.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Holistic Solutions to Mental Health
2022-07-23 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on holistic solutions for an improved mental health. Hear from an expert pharmacist.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Webinar.

Substance abuse certainly includes the misuse of opioids, which has led to a massive addiction problem around the globe. Pamela Seefeld is a pharmacognosist dealing with that and more.

Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal plants. Pamela Seefeld is all about replacing drugs with natural remedies. In her presentation, she delves into scientific facts about the effects certain medication can have on the body.

If you, or someone you know, have been prescribed psychotropic medication, you definitely want to participate to this event.

Specific Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about certain alternatives to achieve good mental health.
2. Get familiarized with effective formulas increasing one’s well being.
3. Be able to identify key action steps when facing mental distress.
4. Learn about the effect of drugs to the body.

Our Guest Speaker:

Pamela Seefeld, Registered Pharmacist, has been a practicing pharmacist and pharmacognosy consultant for 30 years. Pamela is a 1990 University of Florida graduate of the College of Pharmacy. She took a particular interest in pharmacognosy, the study of medicinal plants. She has been involved in metabolic support, vitamin therapeutics and medicinal natural products for a number of years. She insists on thorough and complete references in her work, and lectures on pharmacognosy.

Host:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Zoom Webinar

This live webinar is designed for:
· Healthcare professionals
· Registered Nurses
· Case Managers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2022-07-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller has been a private attorney in the Tampa Bay area for many years. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, July 9th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

July 4th Family & Kids-Friendly Activities
2022-07-04 15:00 - 17:30 | CCHR Florida, 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756, United States
Free July 4th Family & Kids-Friendly Activities, Music and Food.

About this event

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida will be holding a family and kids-friendly July 4th Open House on 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave. in Clearwater.

Monday, July 4th from 3:00pm – 5:30pm.

Kids and Families can participate to a Scavenger Hunt in our Museum decorated as General Lafayette’s Quarter. Have fun and learn a piece of the U.S. history.

NOTE: If you come dressed with a Historical Costume, you might receive extra treats!!

There will be other safe activities for children & families in the nearby organizations & nonprofits on Fort Harrison Avenue.

Enjoy an epic afternoon of activities on MONDAY, July 4th starting at 3:00PM and ending at 5:30PM.

Come out and have FUN with your family before your firework party time!

The Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization is sponsoring this event and making it possible for us to offer delicious treat and cold drinks.

NOTICE: As this is a family friendly event we reserve the right to turn away anyone who is intoxicated or inappropriately dressed.

RSVP
Submit your questions to info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Holistic Solutions to Mental Health
2022-06-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on holistic solutions for an improved mental health. Hear from an expert pharmacist.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Webinar.

Substance abuse certainly includes the misuse of opioids, which has led to a massive addiction problem around the globe. Pamela Seefeld is a pharmacognosist dealing with that and more.

Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal plants. Pamela Seefeld is all about replacing drugs with natural remedies. In her presentation, she delves into scientific facts about the effects certain medication can have on the body.

If you, or someone you know, have been prescribed psychotropic medication, you definitely want to participate to this event.

Specific Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about certain alternatives to achieve good mental health.
2. Get familiarized with effective formulas increasing one’s well being.
3. Be able to identify key action steps when facing mental distress.
4. Learn about the effect of drugs to the body.

Our Guest Speaker:

Pamela Seefeld, Registered Pharmacist, has been a practicing pharmacist and pharmacognosy consultant for 30 years. Pamela is a 1990 University of Florida graduate of the College of Pharmacy. She took a particular interest in pharmacognosy, the study of medicinal plants. She has been involved in metabolic support, vitamin therapeutics and medicinal natural products for a number of years. She insists on thorough and complete references in her work, and lectures on pharmacognosy.

Host:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, June 18, 2022 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Zoom Webinar

This live webinar is designed for:
· Healthcare professionals
· Registered Nurses
· Case Managers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2022-06-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller has been a private attorney in the Tampa Bay area for many years. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, June 11th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Foster Kids and the Baker Act
2022-06-04 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the use of the Baker Act and medication management in the Florida Foster Care System.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

In Florida, there are currently about 19,000 children in foster care. The average age is 10. About 50% will not complete high school and almost 95% will never earn a college degree. With nearly 400,000 foster kids in the foster care system in the United States, 75 % of 17 y-olds have changed schools over 5 times.

Millions from taxpayer funds are invested in this system every year, yet there are still numerous foster kids lacking stability, good health and guidance in order to “age-out” of the system safely and thrive in life.

Has privatizing the foster care system really helped protect these vulnerable kids?

This conversation shine a light on what Florida foster kids go through.

As Case Workers, Guardian Ad Litem, Caregivers and even Foster Parents, you all deserve to be part of this conversation.

Specific Learning Objectives:

• Understand what happens to foster kids when they are in the foster care system.

• Hear examples on how certain parents, guardians and caregivers have navigated this system for the benefit of foster kids.

• Identify the basic children’s rights impacted in foster care.

• Learn about the laws regarding involuntary psychiatric examinations and medication prescription within the foster care system.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, June 4th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Holistic Solutions to Mental Health
2022-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on holistic solutions for an improved mental health. Hear from an expert pharmacist.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Webinar.

Substance abuse certainly includes the misuse of opioids, which has led to a massive addiction problem around the globe. Pamela Seefeld is a pharmacognosist dealing with that and more.

Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal plants. Pamela Seefeld is all about replacing drugs with natural remedies. In her presentation, she delves into scientific facts about the effects certain medication can have on the body.

If you, or someone you know, have been prescribed psychotropic medication, you definitely want to participate to this event.

Specific Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about certain alternatives to achieve good mental health.
2. Get familiarized with effective formulas increasing one’s well being.
3. Be able to identify key action steps when facing mental distress.
4. Learn about the effect of drugs to the body.

Our Guest Speaker:

Pamela Seefeld, Registered Pharmacist, has been a practicing pharmacist and pharmacognosy consultant for 25 years. Pamela is a 1990 University of Florida graduate of the College of Pharmacy. She took a particular interest in pharmacognosy, the study of medicinal plants. She has been involved in metabolic support, vitamin therapeutics and medicinal natural products for a number of years. She insists on thorough and complete references in her work, and lectures on pharmacognosy.

Host:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Zoom Webinar

This live webinar is designed for:
· Healthcare professionals
· Registered Nurses
· Case Managers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2022-04-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller has been a private attorney in the Tampa Bay area for many years. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Baker Act Defense Attorney Symposium & Summit VIII
2022-03-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Online
Attorney Class on the Florida Baker Act

About this event

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida presents the Baker Act Defense Attorney Symposium & Summit VIII

B.A.D.A.S.S. VIII – Virtual Class for Defense Attorneys

Learning Objectives:
1. DISCUSS strategies to effectively serve families and to eradicate violations of the law.
2. GET EDUCATED on the mental health statutes, significant changes and case law.

3. LEARN successful actions for defending the rights of citizens being held under a Baker Act.

Hear From Baker Act experts.

TESTIMONY
“It was absolutely great. I obtained really useful information. I have cases that I could be taking regarding these violations but never really was sure how to proceed and now I feel that I have people that I can contact to refer or assist me. I am happy to see that I can be mentored through a case or two until I have the process down. I am so glad I was able to make it. I’m telling all my colleagues that they must come to the next BADASS. ” – J.W. attorney

WHEN: FRIDAY, MARCH 25 2022 11:00AM – 3:00PM

Zoom Webinar.

To Register or for More Information:

info@cchrflorida.org – 1(800) 782-2878

The Baker Act Webinar
2022-03-19 13:00 - 15:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller has been a private attorney in the Tampa Bay area for many years. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, March 19th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Parental Rights Seminar
2022-03-05 14:00 - 15:00 | CCHR Florida, 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756, United States
Inviting Parents To Know More About Their Rights

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Seminar.

A seminar to talk in details about Parental Rights, what they are and how can a parent exert them.

WHEN: Saturday – March 5th from 2:00pm – 3:00pm

WHERE: CCHR Florida Office – 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave. Clearwater, FL 33755

During the 2021 legislative session Florida lawmakers passed two bills that greatly increased the protection of children and parental rights – the School Safety Bill and the Parents’ Bill of Rights. In order to ensure that parents know their rights, CCHR Florida is hosting a free seminar. The better parents know their rights, the better they will be able to guide the education, health and mental health of their children.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. To understand some of the basic rights parents have in Florida.

2. To learn the process of how a child can be Baker Acted at school and what a parent can do to better protect their child.

3. To review options parents have concerning the health and mental health of their child.

HOST:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

For questions please call (727) 442 8820 or send an email to info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Parental Rights Open House
2022-02-27 13:30 - 15:30 | Church of Scientology of Tampa, 1300 E. 8th Ave., Tampa, 33605, United States
Inviting Parents To Know More About Their Rights

About this event

Join us to bring awareness and resources to parents and professionals about parental rights.
How can a parent exert those rights as it relates to the health, mental health, education and upbringing of their child?
Hear from and interact with a series of advocates on the subject of parents’ rights.

WHEN: Sunday February 27th from 1:30pm – 3:30pm

VENUE: Chapel at the Church of Scientology Tampa: 1300 E 8th Avenue, Tampa FL 33605

During the 2021 legislative session, Florida lawmakers passed two bills that greatly increased the protection of children and parental rights – the School Safety Bill and the Parents’ Bill of Rights.
In order to ensure that parents know their rights, CCHR Florida is co-hosting this complimentary Open House .
The better parents know their rights, the better they can guide the education, health and mental health of their children.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. To understand some of the basic rights parents have in Florida.

2. To learn the process of how a child can be Baker Acted from school and what a parent can do to better protect them.

3. To review options parents have concerning the health and mental health of their child.

HOST:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

For questions please call (727) 442 8820 or send an email to info@cchrflorida.org

© 2022 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Holistic Solutions to Mental Health
2022-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on holistic solutions for an improved mental health. Hear from an expert pharmacist.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Webinar.

Substance abuse certainly includes the misuse of opioids, which has led to a massive addiction problem around the globe. Pamela Seefeld is a pharmacognosist dealing with that and more.

Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal plants. Pamela Seefeld is all about replacing drugs with natural remedies. In her presentation, she delves into scientific facts about the effects certain medication can have on the body.

If you, or someone you know, have been prescribed psychotropic medication, you definitely want to participate to this event.

Specific Learning Objectives:

1. Learn about certain alternatives to achieve good mental health.
2. Get familiarized with effective formulas increasing one’s well being.
3. Be able to identify key action steps when facing mental distress.
4. Learn about the effect of drugs to the body.

Our Guest Speaker:

Pamela Seefeld, Registered Pharmacist, has been a practicing pharmacist and pharmacognosy consultant for 25 years. Pamela is a 1990 University of Florida graduate of the College of Pharmacy. She took a particular interest in pharmacognosy, the study of medicinal plants. She has been involved in metabolic support, vitamin therapeutics and medicinal natural products for a number of years. She insists on thorough and complete references in her work, and lectures on pharmacognosy.

Host:

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, January 22, 2021 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Zoom Webinar

This live webinar is designed for:
· Healthcare professionals
· Registered Nurses
· Case Managers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2021 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Parental Rights Seminar
2022-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | CCHR Florida, 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756, United States
Inviting Parents To Know More About Their Rights

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Seminar.

A seminar to talk in details about Parental Rights, what they are and how can a parent exert them.

WHEN: Thursday – January 20th from 6:00pm – 7:00pm
WHERE: CCHR Florida Office – 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave. Clearwater, FL 33755

During the 2021 legislative session Florida lawmakers passed two bills that greatly increased the protection of children and parental rights – the School Safety Bill and the Parents’ Bill of Rights. In order to ensure that parents know their rights, CCHR Florida is hosting a free seminar. The better parents know their rights, the better they will be able to guide the education, health and mental health of their children.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. To understand some of the basic rights parents have in Florida.
2. To learn the process of how a child can be Baker Acted at school and what a parent can do to better protect their child.
3. To review options parents have concerning the health and mental health of their child.

HOST:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

For questions please call (727) 442 8820 or send an email to info@cchrflorida.org

© 2021 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2022-01-15 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller, Esq. is a private attorney practicing in the Tampa Bay area. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, January 15th, 2022 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2021 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

National Parent Involvement Day Open House
2021-11-21 14:00 - 18:00 | CCHR Florida, 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756, United States
National Parent Involvement Day Open – Inviting Parents To Know More About Their Rights

About this event

National Parental Involvement Day is celebrated annually to provide an opportunity for families to honor and highlight the powerful contributions parents and caregivers provide at school and home to support student success.
WHEN: Sunday – November 21st from 2:00pm – 6:00pm
WHERE: CCHR Florida Office – 109 N. Fort Harrison Ave. Clearwater, FL 33755
During the 2021 legislative session Florida lawmakers passed two bills that greatly increased the protection of children and parental rights – the School Safety Bill and the Parents’ Bill of Rights. In order to ensure that parents know their rights, CCHR Florida is hosting a series of free workshops. The better parents know their rights, the better they will be able to guide the education, health and mental health of their children.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. To understand some of the basic rights parents have in Florida.
2. To learn the process of how a child can be Baker Acted at school and what a parent can do to better protect their child.
3. To review options parents have concerning the health and mental health of their child.
HOST:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.
For questions please call (727) 442 8820 or send an email to info@cchrflorida.org
© 2021 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2021-11-20 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller, Esq. is a private attorney practicing in the Tampa Bay area. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, November 20th, 2021 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2021 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2021-10-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller, Esq. is a private attorney practicing in the Tampa Bay area. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, October 16th, 2021 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2021 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

The Baker Act Webinar
2021-09-18 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Complimentary Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a Legal expert.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.

This webinar is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including its history, use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and the Act’s unintended consequences.
4. Obtain action steps to protect yourself, your children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller, Esq. is a private attorney practicing in the Tampa Bay area. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as an Asst. Public Defender for the 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the mental health industry.

Saturday, September 18th, 2021 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

This live webinar is designed for:
· Mental Health Counselors
· Clinical Social Workers
· Marriage Family Therapists
· Master Social Workers

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

© 2021 CCHR Florida. All Rights Reserved. CCHR, CCHR logo, and Citizens Commission on Human Rights are trademarks and service marks owned by Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Holistic Solutions to Mental Health
2021-07-31 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Free Webinar on holistic solutions for mental health – supplements that works. Hear from an expert pharmacist.

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.

Substance abuse certainly includes the misuse of opioids, which has led to a massive addiction problem around the globe. Pamela Seefeld is a pharmacognosist dealing with that and more.

So what, you ask, is pharmacognosy? It’s the study of medicinal plants. Pamela Seefeld is all about replacing drugs with natural remedies and it’s not just her opinion. It’s about science and she knows the science. If you, or someone you know, has been prescribed any sort of psychotropic medication, you need to listen to this episode and talk to Pamela BEFORE you continue. There may be alternatives.

Specific Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will get familiorized with certain alternatives for mental health
2. Participants will be provided with certain effective formulas increasing one’s mental health.
3. Participants will be able to identify what action steps to do when facing mental idstress.

Our Guest Speaker:
Pamela Seefeld, R.Ph. has been a practicing pharmacist and pharmacognosy consultant for 25 years. Pamela is a 1990 University of Florida graduate of the College of Pharmacy. She took a particular interest in pharmacognosy, which is the study of medicinal plants. She has been involved in metabolic support, vitamin therapeutics and medicinal natural products for number of years. She insists on thorough and complete references in her work, and lectures on pharmacognosy.

Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the the mental health industry.

Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org

Baker Act Defense Attorney Symposium & Summit VII
2021-07-23 13:00 - 17:00 | Online
Attorney Class on the Florida Baker Act

About this event

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida presents the Baker Act Defense Attorney Symposium & Summit VII
B.A.D.A.S.S. VII – Virtual Class for Defense Attorneys

Learning Objectives:
1. DISCUSS strategies to effectively serve families and to eradicate violations of the law.

2. GET EDUCATED on the mental health statutes, significant changes and case law.

3. LEARN successful actions for defending the rights of citizens being held under a Baker Act.

HEAR FROM EXPERTS

Justin Drach Esq. – Thoele Drach Law, Jacksonville
Kendra Parris Esq. – Kendra Parris Law, Orlando
Diane Stein – President CCHR Florida

TESTIMONY
“It was absolutely great. I obtained really useful information. I have cases that I could be taking regarding these violations but never really was sure how to proceed and now I feel that I have people that I can contact to refer or assist me. I am happy to see that I can be mentored through a case or two until I have the process down. I am so glad I was able to make it. I’m telling all my colleagues that they must come to the next BADASS. ” – J.W. attorney

WHEN: FRIDAY, JULY 23 2021 1:00PM – 5:00PM

Zoom Webinar.

To Register or for More Information:

info@cchrflorida.org – 1(800) 782-2878
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The Baker Act Webinar (3 CE)
2021-07-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Free Webinar on the Florida Mental Health Law, the Baker Act. Hear from a law expert. (3 CE Credits)

About this event

Join us for a complimentary Zoom Webinar.
The Baker Act in Florida allows a child, an adult or an elder to be involuntarily sent for a psychiatric examination.
This course is designed to provide mental health providers with a thorough understanding of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) including, its history, its use, impact on human rights and actions to take while protecting vulnerable persons and their rights.

Specific Leaning Objectives:
1. Participants will understand the legal context and intentions of the Baker Act.
2. Participants will be able to describe the laws regarding involuntary examinations.
3. Participants will be able to identify the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act and its unintended consequences.
4. Participants will be provided with action steps to protect themselves, their children, and all those impacted by the Baker Act.

Our guest speaker:
Carmen Miller, Esq. She is a private attorney practicing in the Tampa Bay area. She is an expert on the Baker Act and served for over 8 years as Asst. Public Defender for 13th Judicial District, Hillsborough County.
Host:
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Florida (CCHR) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious mental health watchdog organization dedicated to the restoration of human rights in the the mental health industry.

Saturday, July 17th, 2021 at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

ACCREDITATION
This webinar has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Florida Board Of Clinical Social Work, Marriage And Family Therapy And Mental Health Counseling.
CREDIT DESIGNATION
This live activity is designated for maximum of three (3.0) CE Credits for:
· Licensed Mental Health Counselor
· Licensed Clinical Social Worker
· Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
· Certified Master Social Worker
Submit your questions to: info@cchrflorida.org
