THE NEVADA RESILIENCE PROJECT

We are all trying to balance different challenges right now. The Nevada Resilience Project supports families and individuals experiencing struggles and challenges due to COVID – 19. Our Resilience Ambassadors provide education, information, counseling, and resource navigation while promoting healthy coping, empowerment, and resilience.

It’s normal to be experiencing difficulty with adapting to the new challenges of managing work, school, family, or home due to COVID-19, feeling isolated or anxious, or worried about meeting basic needs like having enough food or access to healthcare.

In this challenging time, you are not alone. Our Resilience Ambassadors can provide support and connection to resources over the phone, through text and video-chat, or face to face. We offer bi-lingual access to services; assistance navigating to needed resources in your community; help to reduce stress, build coping skills, and develop a resilience plan.

The NRP was established through a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Grant from the Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in cooperation with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public and Behavioral Health received award in June, and the program is slated through June 2021.

Nevada COVID-19 Vaccine Information

The Nevada Resilience Project understands that you might have questions about the vaccines being offered for COVID-19 here in Nevada. Learn about your county’s plan, the latest information on the vaccines, and how you can prevent the spread of COVID here.

NV COVID Fighter also offers resources for healthcare provider plans and maintaining your business during the pandemic. In addition, you can always connect with a Resilience Ambassador here through NevadaResilienceProject.com for assistance.

Staff SpotlightCarmela Layne, Ambassador: Crisis Support Services

Carmela is a Licensed Social Worker with over 20 years of experience serving in various roles in California and Nevada. Hailing from Monterey, CA, she started her career as the Director of Social Services in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility.

From there, Carmela transitioned to serving as a Child Welfare Social Worker for one of the largest and most diverse counties in California – a line of work that was rewarding, yet heart-wrenching. Within these roles, she specialized in developing policies and care plans aimed towards maximizing client independence and quality of life.

Carmela’s passion for social work has manifested in her ability to successfully advocate for people of all ages. Compassionate, persistent, and conscientious, Carmela is a dedicated social worker who works tirelessly to ensure that her clients lead fulfilling, happy and safe lives.

Motivation Thursdays with Mrs. Samuels

• 5 Habits That High Achievers Should Break

• “I’d agree with you but then we’d both be wrong.”

• “Sit with your anger long enough until it tells you its real name.”

• “Stay in your lane… if you want to come into mine, please signal your intentions.”

• “This is from Billy, not Amanda (Full Disclosure).”