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Families, close friends and caretakers of people who develop serious mental illnesses are often in shock when they realize their loved one has mental illness.  They may be stigmatized by those around them who know nothing about mental illness, and may feel alone, while the medical community gives them no information to help them care for their ill person.

These are scenarios that the National Alliance on Mental Illness, America’s largest grassroots mental health organization, saw when it was formed.   From this need the Family to Family NAMI Signature Program developed, and volunteer teachers all over the US were trained.  To date over 300,000 people have taken the course, and Family to Family is now part of the prestigious National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices.

NAMI Amador is one of the affiliates of NAMI with trained teachers that can offer the free six-week class to the community, supported through a contract with Amador County Behavioral Health Department with Mental Health Services Act funding.  Class begins Saturday, October 4th from 9:00AM to 2:30PM at Sutter Amador Hospital in Jackson.

The course, updated each year with the latest research, addresses schizophrenia, mood disorders (bipolar disorder and major depression), panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder, PTSD and co-occurring disorders.  It balances education and skill training with emotional support, self-care and empowerment.  Participants learn coping skills such as handling crisis and relapse; basic information about medications; listening and communication techniques; problem-solving skills; recovery and rehabilitation; and self-care around worry and stress.

One graduate said,  “I truly wish I had known this information when my [family member’s] illness began. It gives me the tools to deal with her in a more positive way.  The information about medications and the mental illness process was invaluable.”

People interested in taking the course, who are able to make the 6-week commitment, should call NAMI Amador at 223-1485, X266 and leave a message for instructors.

Posted by TSPN TV on Tuesday, 9-30-14

The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) invites adults interested in helping others learn about gardening to apply to train as a Master Gardener volunteer. UCCE Master Gardener volunteers learn University-based scientific information and then share that knowledge with the gardening community. Master Gardener volunteers are people of all ages and from all walks of life with a common desire to help others learn about gardening.

The 2015 Central Sierra training is being hosted by the UCCE Master Gardeners in both Calaveras and Amador counties.  Participation is open to anyone in Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado and Tuolumne counties. A background check including fingerprinting is required to train to become a Master Gardener.

Two informational overview meetings are scheduled at 3:30 pm on the following Thursdays.

·      October 23 at the GSA building at 12200-B Airport Road in Jackson

·      October 30 at the Calaveras County Library at 1299 Gold Hunter Road, San Andreas

Anyone interested in becoming a Master Gardener should attend one of these meetings to learn about the program, the training, and the subsequent volunteer requirements.

The training classes for new volunteers begin Thursday, January 22, 2015 and continue weekly through April 30, 2015, from 3:00 pm to 7:30 pm each Thursday. Classes will be held in both Calaveras and Amador counties. These classes will include over 50 hours of intensive training by University of California personnel and horticulture specialists in various fields.  Topics include water management, soils, composting, native plants, fruit production, plant diseases, entomology, Integrated Pest Management, understanding pesticides, and more.

The training fee of $185 covers the cost of all class materials, which includes several reference texts.  After successfully completing the training program, certified UCCE Master Gardener volunteers agree to fulfill annual volunteer service and continuing education requirements.

For more information, visit http://ucanr.edu/mg_training or
contact Robin Cleveland at 530-621-5528 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Posted by TSPN TV on Tuesday, 9-30-14

The Pine Grove Civic Improvement Club invites you to celebrate the township of Pine Grove. Come and See Local Businesses, Pine Grove Market, Ridge Road Nursery, Blue Moon Cafe, Mother Lode Newcomers and Friends Club, Pine Grove Elementary Choir, Pine Grove Elementary Robotics Club, Sheriff Martin Ryan, Smoky the Bear, Cal Fire, Amador Fire Protection District, Prizes, and much more.

Hot Dogs courtesy of Volcano Vision and Cotton Candy by PGCIC

Celebrate Pine Grove takes place on Friday, October 3 from 6PM to 8PM at Pine Grove Town Hall and Pine Grove Park.

Posted by TSPN TV on Tuesday, 9-30-14

 (Pioneer)  A Classic Car/Hot Rod Show and 60’s Movie fund raiser is planned for Friday, October 3^rd, from 3:30 to 9pm “on the green” at Mace Meadows Golf Course in Pioneer. Amador Upcountry Rotary Club will use the funds to support local community service projects, including helping upcountry seniors, youth, Boy Scouts, Little League, and the Food Bank. Kelly Wolin, President of the Amador Upcountry Rotary Club said, “This is a wonderful way to have fun and support upcountry community service projects for our local youth and seniors.” Hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, popcorn, root beer floats and tickets for a 50/50 raffle will be available. Wearing 50’s attire will get you 3 free $1 raffle tickets. “American Graffiti,” the movie, starts at 7pm. Chairs will be provided, but bring comfortable ones if you have’em. Visitor parking is $5. The exhibitor fee is $35 per car; $40 the day of the event.

Posted by TSPN TV on Tuesday 9-30-14

Learn about resources available to private landowners to aid in landscape recovery after wildfire.

Placerville, CA, September 29^th, 2014:  The University of California is cohosting a workshop for the El Dorado and Amador County residents on Recovering from Wildfire: resources for private landowners. The workshop will be held at the Pleasant Valley Grange on October 24th, 9:00 to 4:00 PM. 

The workshop objectives are to increase understanding of the role of wildfire in forest development and change, post-fire issues and treatment options and to provide information on post-fire treatment cost-share programs, tax issues and professional assistance for post-fire treatments for private landowners.

This workshop is focused on the needs of private forest landowners affected by the Sand and King Fires, but also welcomes citizens interested in the future of forests after wildfire, staff and decision makers with state, local, federal and tribal agencies concerned with forest management, defensible space, and water quality.

Details and registration can be found on our website: http://ucanr.edu/postfireworkshop.

For additional information, contact Susie Kocher at 530-542-2571 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Posted by TSPN TV on Tuesday 9-30-14

Sutter’s Imaging centers across the region are giving free digital screening mammograms to uninsured women in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With top-notch technology and compassionate staff, our goal is to make your experience as easy and as comfortable as possible.

October 4

Sutter Imaging, Amador

200 Mission Blvd. Jackson, CA 95642 (209) 223-7560

October 11:

Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

11815 Education St. Auburn, CA 95602 (530) 886-6562

Sutter Imaging Elk Grove

8170 Laguna Blvd., Suite 112 Elk Grove, CA 95758 (916) 691-5922

Sutter Imaging Roseville II

2 Medical Plaza, Suite 105 Roseville, CA 95661 (916) 865-1432

October 18:

Sutter Imaging Carmichael

6620 Coyle Ave., Suite 110 Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 536-2809

Sutter Imaging Fairfield

2700 Low Court Fairfield, CA 94534 (707) 432-2500

Sutter Imaging Folsom II

1661 Creekside Dr. Folsom, CA 95630 (916) 984-2442

Sutter Imaging Vallejo

100 Hospital Dr., 2nd Fl. Vallejo, CA 94589 (707) 551-3610

October 25:

Sutter Imaging Capitol Pavilion

2725 Capitol Ave., Suite 104 Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 262-9534

Sutter Imaging Davis

2020 Sutter Pl., Suite 102 Davis, CA 95616 (530) 747-5030

Call to schedule your appointment at one of our convenient locations. An appointment is required. Space is limited.

sutterimaging.org

Posted by TSPN TV on 9-26-14