Family Involvement

Contact:
Elsa Ward, MS, CAC, Director, (860) 418-6989, Elsa.Ward@ct.gov

• DMHAS Commissioner’s Policy: Family and Significant Other Participation

• RBHAOs (Regional Behavioral Health Action Organizations)
• Who to call if there's a problem - Agency Clients Rights Officer, Office of the Commissioner
• Sign up for and receive Legislative Updates
• Employment Practices Improvement Collaborative (EPIC)
  EPIC is a state-wide systems improvement project designed to assist people with visible and/or hidden disabilities obtain and retain employment.  In collaboration with Connect-Ability, DMHAS has launched on-line courses developed to provide individuals with barriers to employment, educators, employers, family members, providers and others free online training.  Click the link above and register for a free account.  Registered users will be able to enroll for a variety of courses and modules that deliver interactive, engaging and relevant learning experiences for people newly engaged with the world of work, and those who need support to re-enter the workforce or stay on the job.  Specific courses are offered for people who many have a criminal justice history, are currently in recovery, or experience other hidden or visible disabilities.  For further information, or questions regarding the EPIC project, contact Linda Guillorn at 860-418-6732. 
• A Guide to Employment for Family Members