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Samarpan were delighted to announce an online workshop hosted by eminent addiction specialist Roland Williams, and author of “Recovery is a Verb” on Saturday the 2nd of March from 10.30am – 12pm IST – this was a fascinating workshop, hosted by one of the leading specialists working in the substance abuse field in The USA and was on “An Introduction to Substance Abuse Counselling”. This was suitable for any Mental Health Professional or people working in the field of substance abuse and was introduced to a range of approaches and case studies.
Sign Up NOW, for The Gorski-CENAPS® Corporation Second Annual Preventing Relapse Symposium! Don’t Miss This Opportunity – Make Your Reservations and learn more here https://lnkd.in/g5DnPhMu - to ensure your spot. May 31st and June 1st, 2024, At health RIGHT 360, San Francisco, CA.
Learn from The Gorski-CENAPS® Experts How to Apply Relapse Prevention Techniques in Multiple Clinical Settings.
We want to invite you to join our team of Advanced Certified Relapse Prevention Specialists (ACRPS) Instructors for our 2nd Annual 2-Day Symposium that will enhance clinical techniques across all levels of care and with a wide variety of programs, clients, and special populations. This is a major endeavour by the Terence Gorski-CENAPS® Corporation to reduce the pain of relapse for recovering people and their families. Moderated by Gorski-CENAPS CEO & Director of Training Roland Williams.
One topic will on India will be presented by our very own staff
How Culture and Family Influences the Implementation of the model in India
Presented by Martin Peters, BA(Hons), Dip HE, Dip, RN, CSAT III, ACRPS and Obi Unaka, BSc(Hons), MCMI, APMAP, ACRPS, SACC
Martin Peters and Obi Unaka, Director and Deputy Director of Residential Services were invited to the 2nd Shilp Aarambh GIFT City run, PROMOTING A Drug Free India. This was the 2nd event of this nature following on from the successful event in 2023, and this year over 20,000 people were in attendance to undertake the 21,10 and 5km runs. A number of well-known dignitaries were in attendance of this fantastic initiative. Our Directors were also asked to address the attendees and introduce Samarpan, as well as present medals to the winners of the 10km run. Further discussions are ongoing with regards to more collaborative working . For more details on Shilp Aarambh Foundation go to www.shilpaarambh.com
Martin Peters and Obi Unaka, Director and Deputy Director of Residential Services travelled to Hospet in Karnataka over the weekend of the 10th -12th of February. During the visit, two workshops were held. One for VP’s and Senior Managers on Drug and Alcohol Awareness, and a further session attended by all staff on Samarpan and its program. Staff were given an education on drug and alcohol awareness, as well as mental health, along with a very detailed Q and A session. It was a thoroughly enjoyable session and we were given a very warm and hospitable reception from all in Hospet.
Samarpan intends to roll out these workshops for interested corporates in March of 2024, and interested organizations may connect with Samarpan via admissions@samarpan.in
Martin Peters and Obi Unaka , Director and Deputy Director of Residential Services hosted the first Mumbai workshop at our offices in Churchgate on an “Introduction to Relapse Prevention”. The content of the workshop was using the GORSKI-CENAPS framework of relapse prevention in working with clients with substance use disorders, and giving an overview of working with clients who may not initially present as having problematic substance use. There were 9 attendees including psychologists and Addiction Therapist in attendance – as a group, it was discussed to hold these workshops bi-monthly and to build this into a regular event covering a range of topics.
The event led by Dr Ashish Deshpande and his CMHARTS team was attended by 82 mental health professionals and about 20 peer support counsellors or paraprofessionals working within therapeutic facilities. Dr Azhar Hakim Director of Outpatient Services and Miranda Deonarain were in attendance and participated in a panel , alongside stalwarts such as Dr Shilpha Adarkar and Fr Joe Periera. The focus on the seminar was “The Changing Role of Mental Health Professionals in Addiction Psychiatry”. The Department of Psychiatry at KEM have shown a keen interest in working with community outreach programs for prevention and capacity building.
Join Martin Peters, our Samarpan Residential Services Director, having an insightful conversation with guest Obi Unaka, Deputy Director of Residential Services. Obi shares his experiences and insights into his work in the field of Substance Use over the past 20 years. Obi hails from The UK and is now based here in India.
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Martin Peters, Director of Residential Services was recently interviewed by Insights Care Magazine, here he talks about his career over the last 30 years from the UK, to being one of the pioneers of destination rehab in Thailand, until coming to India to set up a new residential service and his hopes and aspirations for treatment services here in India.
Samarpan is an international standard residential treatment program, led by internationally recognised addiction professionals and a dedicated full-time team.
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Join Martin Peters, our Samarpan Residential Services Director, in an insightful conversation with international guests Don and Meena Lavender from Camino Rehab, Spain. They share diverse client stories, insights into various situations, festival urges, and wisdom from their vast experiences. Also listen to their thoughts on Samarpan rehab, Mulshi.
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Welcome to Samarpan's first podcasts, hosted by Martin Peters with special guest Dr Azhar Hakim Director of Outpatient Services. We get to talk about Samarpan, Addiction and Dr Azhar’s own personal journey of recovery. Join us on our monthly podcasts and subscribe to our YouTube channel, Facebook, Instagram, Spotify and LinkedIn for all the latest in addition recovery and mental health.
Samarpan is delighted to announce changes to our program and fees, influenced by feedback from clients, professional colleagues, and our outcomes data. Driven by a client-first approach for International Standard residential treatment, we are thrilled to share the following updates:
1. Our 4-week program is now extended to 5 weeks, providing one free week for a minimum of 4 weeks of treatment.
2. No increased prices.
3. Introducing a shared room option at INR 3.5 Lakhs for 5 weeks.
This underscores our commitment to ensuring high-quality treatment isn't solely based on fees but also on achieving optimal clinical outcomes. For an International Standard Rehab in India, Samarpan is the number one choice. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, reach out to us at +91 81809 19090 and start the New Year with a journey back to life.
On December 9th, we hosted our inaugural Alumni event at Samarpan Mulshi, bringing together former clients, current clients, and friends for a 'Celebration of Recovery.' Obi Unaka, Deputy Director of Residential Services said, “the celebration of recovery event enables the instillation of hope in our current clients. The impact of this demonstration of visible recovery is immeasurable”. Around 50 guests joined us for a day filled with connection, reflection, and fun. A delightful BBQ added to the festivities, and we were privileged to hear inspiring speeches from former clients sharing their personal recovery journeys. Both staff and Alumni cherished this day, and we eagerly anticipate our next Alumni event in June 2024!
Our Director of Residential Service, Martin Peters visited Delhi earlier this week. He had the pleasure of meeting eminent Delhi based Psychiatrist and Addiction specialist Dr Deepak Raheja of Hope Care, and spending time at their facility and meeting his dedicated and skilled team.
Martin was given the opportunity to talk with the team about his work experiences and knowledge of treatment interventions and running treatment services. In the New Year Martin and his colleague Obi Unaka will be returning to Delhi to provide a one-day Relapse Prevention Training day in conjunction with Hope Care and Dr Raheja, we were very grateful for the hospitality and time afforded, and look forward to strengthening ties with them and also other professionals in Delhi.
One of the important parts of being an International Rehab Centre, is maintaining links with other colleagues and organisations in the field of Substance Use Disorder.
Last week, we were delighted to have Don Lavender and Meena Lavender from Camino Recovery Treatment Centre in Spain visit us here at Samarpan. Don is a very well recognised addictions professional having worked in some of the most well-known rehabs around the globe, as well as one of the forerunners in promoting Equine Assisted Therapy in the field of addictions, and publishing the fascinating book “Equine Utilised Psychotherapy; Dance with those that run with laughter. Meena is an accomplished Family Therapist, as well as Trauma specialist and with their vast knowledge and experience have built a respected and focused trauma and family program at Camino. We were very grateful for the time they both spent with our clients and also staff, in sharing their knowledge, and we are excited to undertake further shared learning experiences with them, as well as training in their amazing family program model.
We are delighted to welcome Kalim Sufi, our dynamic new Physical Trainer, to the Samarpan Rehab family! With a rich background in premium gyms and organisations, Kalim brings expertise and passion to elevate your fitness journey. Get ready for personalised guidance and a holistic approach to wellness.
Our employee of the month for November, goes to Jagdish Sangle, Facilities Manager. Jagdish is an integral part of our Samarpan team, his work often goes unnoticed, but without his dedication and hard work the centre would not run as smoothly as it does. As much as Jagdish is involved in the day to day operations, he’s also often the person who families speak with initially when organising logistics to come to the centre. His fantastic organisation of our spending alumni event is testament to the high standards we aspire to at Samarpan. Martin Peters and Obi Unaka are delighted to present a certificate of appreciation for his great work. From all of us at Samarpan, thank you Jagdish.
In the spirit of Diwali, our staff and clients adorned traditional Indian wear, creating a vibrant celebration of unity and joy. We broke the stereotype of rehab being always serious, savouring every moment of recovery together.
Plus, our restaurant featured a special Diwali menu, adding an extra layer of delight to the festivities. The vibe and energy were truly amazing! Grateful for the Diwali memories shared.
There were some ghostly goings on at Samarpan today, with some haunting sights and sounds. Our clients and team were greeted by a somewhat terrifying ghost, who oversaw a special lunch provided by our kitchen team. Rehab is serious, but it’s also nice to have fun as can be seen by some of the photos of our Halloween lunch.
Martin Peters and Obi Unaka are delighted to present one-year completion awards to our staff team. Coming up for 18 months of operation now, we have a solid core team of staff and we are very grateful for all of the hard work that they have carried out, and their contribution to our clients’ recovery journey. Obi Unaka, Deputy Director of Residential Services said, “it is imperative that we have continuity in the staff team. We acknowledge the dedication they have shown and look forward to the year ahead”.
Every single member of staff contributes to our client’s recovery journey – for us at Samarpan we recognize that our staff make us the organization that we are. Our employee of the month for October is Nusrat Mulla our Housekeeping Supervisor. Nusrat has been at Samarpan for over a year now, and is responsible for ensuring that the centre is clean, tidy and that clients living accommodation and laundry is taken care of to the highest standard. Martin Peters, Director of Residential Services is pleased to present the well-deserved award to Nusrat and commented “Often people think that it’s the therapy team that do all of the work, top level rehab centres have many moving parts, and it’s important that all the staff work in tandem, we can’t do the therapy if all those other moving parts aren’t working smoothly. Nusrat is a very valued member of our team”.
Samarpan are delighted to have Poorva Puntambekar join our clinical team at Mulshi. Poorva who is originally from Mumbai, has recently completed her Masters in Psychotherapy at The University of Derby in The United Kingdom. As our organization continues to grow and evolve, we are pleased to add more highly skilled professionals into our team. Martin Peters, Director of Residential Services said “We are committed to recruiting qualified staff who have a sound background in therapy, psychology or mental health. Rehab programs need to ensure that staff are suitability qualified, so that they can help address the complexities that clients present. The days of rehab programs being staffed and run by people just in their own personal recovery are long gone – there is a need to ensure that clients get the very best treatment, by the very best staff”.
Martin Peters (Director of Residential Services), Obi Unaka (Deputy Director of Residential Services) were invited to present at the inaugural Preventing Relapse Symposium in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA. As part of promoting Samarpan as an internationally recognised centre they presented a paper on “Implementing the evidence-based Gorski-CENAPS model of Relapse Prevention in the Cultural context of India”. The presentation was warmly received by the many clinicians in attendance, which was well attended including recognised presenters such as Roland Williams, Dr Stephen Grinstead and Bob Tyler providing some very thought-provoking presentations. During this trip, our staff were also able to visit the well-respected Beachcomber IOP in Fort Lauderdale and meet up with many addiction therapists from across the US. Martin and Obi have been subsequently invited to present in 2024 at the next symposium.
Samarpan hosted an educational seminar at The GIO Convention Centre, Mumbai for addiction and mental health professionals which was presented by international addiction expert Roland Williams. The day encompassed evidence-based approaches to treatment, dispelling myths around addiction treatment and the implementation of Relapse Prevention Therapy into programs A further Q&A forum was also offered, in which Martin Peters (Director of Residential Services), Obi Unaka (Deputy Director of Residential Services) and Dr Ashish Deshpande (Consultant Psychiatrist) shared the stage with Roland Williams to share their experiences of delivering residential rehabilitation treatment. The event was attended by over 60 mental health professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors.
Samarpan was delighted to host international addiction expert Roland Williams at the Residential Rehab in Mulshi for a full week of the GORSKI-CENAPS Relapse Prevention Therapy training. Over the course of 6 days, all of Samarpan’s clinical staff were trained in this robust, evidence-based relapse prevention therapy model, with a view to all staff obtaining the Advanced Certified Relapse Prevention Specialist credential. This was an engaging and informative week of learning and reflecting on clinical practice. Samarpan is the only centre in India that has had this training, and will be working towards ensuring that all clinical staff are trained in this model and obtain the credential. Samarpan Residential Rehab will be working towards obtaining the GORSKI-CENAPS centre of excellence later in the year.
As part of Samarpan’s drive toward international recognition, Michael Johnson, Managing Director of Behavioural Health at CARF spent 4 days with the Samarpan management team, to educate them on the benefits of CARF Accreditation and the implementation of standards into the clinical and operational structure of Samarpan Residential Rehab. To reach the standards required, Samarpan will be required to demonstrate competence and evidence in all areas of the operations of the rehab centre. CARF is the only purely behavioural health accreditation, and the vision for Samarpan is to be fully accredited by 2024
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