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Dear Jessica,

"The only way to make sense of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance." - Alan Watts

As we move into autumn and the changing of the seasons, this quote embodies the Touchstone spirit, reminding us that change is constant; and if we're not changing, we're not learning or moving forward. Indeed Touchstone is not winding down but gearing up, continuing on our path of steady growth into new horizons. We have begun our strategic planning process for 2015 and 2016, to prepare our organization for opportunities, challenges and growth. We are preparing for the 2015 legislative session, as the potential opportunities and changes can truly support those who are impacted by mental illness. And, as we find our place in the new healthcare arena, one way our past efforts have come to fruition is in the form of the SIM Health Information Exchange grant, which will allow us to exchange data with community partners to better serve those we work with.

Come join us as we change seasons, shift into new landscapes and embrace the opportunities before us.

Wishing you wellness,

Martha LantzExecutive Director

Wellness SpotlightNational Recovery Month, National Wellness Week

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National Recovery Month is observed each September and spreads the message that behavioral health is essential to health, prevention works, treatment is effective and people recover. This year's theme: "Join the Voices for Recovery: Speak Up, Reach Out", encourages people to openly discuss - and speak up about - mental and substance use disorders and the reality of recovery. For more information and ways to be involved, visit the Recovery Month website: http://1.usa.gov/1qFUYHC.

National Wellness Week is September 15 - 21, 2014. Visit our website and social media pages for daily tips and information as we detail the Eight Dimensions of Wellness and how they help people build resilience and recover, especially when confronted with traumatic, mental health, or substance use challenges.

Touchstone Signature Fall EventSave the Date: November 20, 2014Save the date for Touchstone's Signature Event, Inspire 2014, on November 20. Stay tuned for more details on our internationally-known featured presenter, David Whyte!

What have we been up to lately?It's hard to believe summer is nearly over. Get a taste of the new things you may have missed in our Summer Newsletter, including stories from our clients, program expansion information and award nominations. Don't miss out! http://bit.ly/1vDjP2z.

In case you missed it, our 2013 Annual Report is full of client stories, statistics and program facts you won't find anywhere

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Community Health and Wellness Center2014 NAMI WalkTouchstone is a proud sponsor of the upcoming NAMI-MN Walk on September 27. The NAMI Walk brings people across the nation together annually to raise money and awareness about our country's need for a world-class treatment and recovery system for people with mental illness.

Touchstone will be participating as a team, and invite you to join us! For more information on the NAMI-MN Walk and to join Touchstone's team, visit our team webpage here. We hope to see you on September 27!

Touchstone's Featured ProgramResidential TreatmentTouchstone's Residential Treatment program offers intensive residential treatment services to individuals 18 years of age and older with a serious mental health diagnosis, experience independent living instability, frequent use of community-based psychiatric or crisis services, and who may also struggle with substance use disorders. Around-the-clock treatment services are provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week for 14 residents for up to 90 days. An individualized treatment plan is developed for each resident, tailored to their specific needs, and a variety of groups are offered to assist individuals with specific recovery needs. Residents live in a community setting with other peers, and often foster relationships that last long after program discharge. Community living offers residents the opportunity to develop and maintain independent living skills, engage in socialization, and practice relationship-building and communication skills, important items on the path to recovery. We are pleased to announce the expansion of our Residential Treatment program in 2015! We will now have two locations: Minneapolis and a new Bloomington site. The Bloomington location is anticipated to open in Spring 2015. Click here for information and updates about Touchstone's Residential Treatment program.

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