Speakers: Kate Rhames, LCSW, Miranda Watkins, LCSW, Priscilla Buffington, LCSW, Laura Hopkins, CIO
This webinar provides data on suicide in veteran populations as well as prevention services available through the Arkansas Veteran’s Administration System. The presentation also provides information on Camp Alliance and how community agencies can connect service members, family, and veterans to crucial services in the community.
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ABOUT THE SPEAKERS
Kate Rhames, LCSW
Kate Rhames is a licensed clinical social worker based in Fayetteville, AR, USA. She has focused her studies and career in working with older populations. She received her BA in social sciences from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2007 and her MSW from the Silberman School of Social Work at City University of New York in 2012.
Miranda Watkins, LCSW
Miranda Watkins is a licensed clinical social worker with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. The last 13 years of her career Miranda spent in Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System working as the Veterans Justice Outreach Specialist, Clinical Social Worker in the SUD Intensive Outpatient Program, and as Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program Coordinator. Currently, Miranda serves as the Suicide Prevention Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator.
Priscilla Buffington, LCSW
Priscilla Buffington serves as the Suicide Prevention Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs where she spent the last 10 years. Her experience at the VA includes medical social work and serving as the Program of General Caregiver Support Services Coordinator. Priscilla received her Bachelor’s at Henderson State University in 2008, and her Master of Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2013.
Laura Hopkins
Laura Hopkins serves as the Chief Information Officer at Camp Alliance Inc. Camp Alliance is a state and national award-winning 501c3 charitable organization established in 2010 with the purpose of serving Service Members, Veterans, and their families (SMVF). Camp Alliance is accomplishing their mission through collaboration with State agencies, government officials, and the local community. Their primary focus is on the veteran, military, and family through CampConnect, KiDS 24/7, Purple Up! for Military Kids, and the Silver Star Gift Platforms.
