Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution

?? Upcoming Webinar Alert! ?? Are you looking to strengthen your understanding of behavioral health quality metrics? Join us on Dec 2, 2024, at 12 PM CST for a comprehensive webinar hosted by Gena Glasco and Angela Smith, Principal/Owners of QSR5, LLC, as they dive into QMs and QIPP8 with a focus on behavioral health. Deer Oaks will also share our latest strategic reporting tools designed to keep our partners informed, compliant, and ahead in behavioral health performance metrics. ??? Save the date! Register today to secure your spot > https://bit.ly/48UH2TE #BehavioralHealth #QualityMetrics #DeerOaksWebinar

In moments of disaster, our instincts take over. Some of us leap into action, while others freeze, feeling overwhelmed by the chaos around us. Disasters disrupt everything we depend on—food, water, power, and communication—which makes careful planning essential. But how can we ensure that our minds respond calmly and clearly when catastrophe strikes? Our brain’s initial reaction isn’t always the one we need. Fight, flight, or freeze responses can override our best-laid plans, which is why preparedness training is crucial. Practicing responses in a low-stress setting expands our ability to function under pressure, so we’re ready to make the best choices when it counts. Whether you’re part of a local team or simply want to be ready, preparedness training can help you protect yourself and others in times of crisis. Find resources, tips, and more at ready.gov to strengthen your readiness. A well-prepared mind can be the best tool in any disaster. At Deer Oaks, we’re proud of our team members, like our clinician serving on the National HHS Disaster Response Team, who are trained to act, support, and help rebuild communities during times of great need. #DisasterPreparedness #ReadyToRespond #CommunityStrength

On this Veterans Day, Deer Oaks extends our deepest gratitude to those who have served and sacrificed to protect our freedom. Your courage, resilience, and dedication inspire us daily. As an organization focused on mental health and wellness, we are especially mindful of the unique challenges many veterans face. Today, we honor your service and stand beside you in support, remembering that the commitment to care for our veterans is as enduring as the commitment they showed us. Thank you for your service. We salute you! #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #MentalHealthCare

Welcome to the team, Erica, PMHNP-BC! Erica, a Nurse Practitioner in Texas, has a hidden talent for “winning” at micromanaging her husband and loves playing games for team building. Her favorite food is fries, and she dreams of skydiving one day. If Erica wasn’t a nurse practitioner, she’d be digging up history as an archaeologist. We’re so excited to have you on board, Erica!

Big welcome to Valentina, LCPC, joining Deer Oaks! Valentina, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, brings her energy to the team with fun icebreakers and charades. Her favorite food is homemade wood-fired pizza, and she’s got a hidden talent for singing! Valentina dreams of operating her own boat and mastering horseback riding. If she wasn’t a counselor, you’d find her out on the water or leading the charge in another field. Welcome, Valentina – let’s make waves together!

Welcome to the team, Laura, LPC! Laura is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, known in her family for baking cuernitos. She loves sharing a meal with her team and her favorite food is Italian. Laura’s hidden talent is playing guitar, and she dreams of being a dog owner one day! If she wasn’t working as a counselor, she’d be directing movies as a filmmaker. Glad to have you, Laura!

Halloween fun at Lowry Hills Care and Rehab! Deer Oaks team members had a fantastic time participating in the Halloween Trunk or Treat event, bringing smiles, treats, and festive cheer to the residents and their families. We’re grateful for the wonderful people at Agape Hospice, who helped sponsor this event a spook-tacular success! Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate! It was a day filled with joy, community, and Halloween spirit. Pictured here is Casey, Zulet, Nancy, and Katie.

Teamwork and camaraderie are at the heart of what we do at Deer Oaks! Last Wednesday, our Colorado Springs team came together for a wonderful dinner, strengthening our connections and celebrating our shared commitment to providing exceptional behavioral health services. From left to right: Michelle, Tammy, PJ, Sasha, and Syretta. Together, we’re dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. Cheers to collaboration and the incredible work we’re doing in our community! #DeerOaks

?? LTC Mental & Behavioral Health On-Demand Training Series ?? Elevate your expertise in mental and behavioral health for seniors! Whether you're an experienced professional or new to the field, this essential training series, sponsored by Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution, is designed to enhance care in long-term care settings. ? Approved for 5.0 CEUs for social services staff, nurses, department heads, administrators and assisted living managers. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/df_K8MST

Let’s welcome Marilyn, LCSW, to the Deer Oaks team! Marilyn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri, loves a good scavenger hunt for team-building activities. Her favorite food is spaghetti, and she’s always dreamed of traveling to other countries. Her hidden talent? Dancing! If Marilyn wasn’t in social work, she’d be pursuing a career in law as a lawyer. Welcome aboard, Marilyn!