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Executive Committee Meeting: October 14, 2026

The Executive Committee will meet from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. October 14, 2026.

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Finance Committee Meeting: October 14, 2026

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Strengthening Partnerships in Behavioral Health!

Strengthening Partnerships in Behavioral Health!

Last week, leadership from the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), along with Thriving Mind South Florida's Laura Naredo, CEO, and Tracy Rodriguez-Miller, Vice President of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), visited Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital.

The visit was a great opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen the partnerships that play such an important role in supporting behavioral health services across our community.

Thank you to our partners at Jackson for welcoming us! We value these opportunities to come together, share perspectives, and continue working toward a stronger behavioral health system for the individuals and families we serve.

#ThrivingMindSouthFlorida #BehavioralHealth #CommunityPartnerships #MentalHealth Florida Department of Children and Families @jacksonhealth Jackson Health System

🌟 Celebrating 17 Years of Dedication, Compassion,

🌟 Celebrating 17 Years of Dedication, Compassion, and Peer Support! 🌟

Please join us in congratulating Agnes Horn of Passageway Residence, recipient of Thriving Mind South Florida’s 1st Quarter FY 2026-2027 Distinguished Peer Achievement Award! 👏💙

For more than 17 years, Agnes has been making a difference in the lives of individuals on their recovery journeys, offering encouragement, support, and hope every step of the way. This year, she reached another exciting milestone by earning her Peer Certification through the Florida Certification Board!

When asked what makes Agnes so special, her colleagues and the individuals she serves shared a simple but powerful message: “Agnes is always willing to help.” ❤️

Perhaps what says the most about Agnes is how she refers to the individuals she supports — “the people she loves.” That genuine compassion is what makes peer support so meaningful!

Congratulations, Agnes! Thank you for your incredible dedication, your caring heart, and the difference you continue to make in our community! 💙

#ThrivingMindSouthFlorida #PeerSupport #RecoveryIsPossible #PeerRecognition #MakingADifference

Interested in turning your passion for helping oth

Interested in turning your passion for helping others into a career in peer support? 💙

That's exactly what participants explored during a recent Peer Orientation at New Hope CORPS! Isabella Lopez from Thriving Mind South Florida joined Miami Recovery Project and New Hope to share valuable information about becoming a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS).

The session was a great opportunity to learn about the certification process, ask questions, and connect with others interested in making a difference through peer support.

A big thank you to New Hope for hosting and to everyone who participated! We're excited to see these opportunities continue as more individuals explore the rewarding field of peer support.

#ThrivingMindSouthFlorida #PeerSupport #Recovery #CRPS #CommunityConnections @newhopecorps @miamirecoveryproject

🎬 Lights, Camera, Mental Health Awareness! Thrivi

🎬 Lights, Camera, Mental Health Awareness!

Thriving Mind South Florida's CEO, Laura Naredo, attended the Reel Minds Film Festival, presented by NAMI Miami-Dade!

The festival brings together the power of storytelling and film to spark important conversations about mental health, challenge stigma, and inspire understanding.

Thank you to NAMI Miami-Dade for creating opportunities to connect, raise awareness, and remind our community that mental health matters! 💚

@namimiami

#ThrivingMindSouthFlorida #ReelMinds #NAMIMiamiDade #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma

🏆 Congratulations to Nusrat Karim! Thriving Mind

🏆 Congratulations to Nusrat Karim!

Thriving Mind South Florida is proud to recognize Nusrat Karim, Chief Clinical Officer at New Horizons Community Mental Health Center, as the recipient of our Distinguished Peer Supervisor Excellence Award for the First Quarter of 2026! 👏

Nusrat's exceptional leadership, compassion, and dedication to supporting peer professionals have made a lasting impact on the New Horizons Living Room Program—the first of its kind in Florida. Available 24/7, the program provides a welcoming, recovery-oriented alternative to hospitalization for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.

Known for remaining calm in even the most challenging situations, Nusrat leads with professionalism, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to her team and those they serve.

💙 Please join us in congratulating Nusrat and the entire New Horizons Living Room team for their outstanding work in bringing hope, healing, and recovery to our community! @@newhorizonscmhc

#ThrivingMind #PeerSupport #BehavioralHealth #LeadershipExcellence #MentalHealth #CommunityPartnerships

🌟 Recognizing Excellence in Care Coordination! At

🌟 Recognizing Excellence in Care Coordination!

At our recent Care Coordination Workgroup meeting, Thriving Mind South Florida was proud to recognize Sabrina Batista from Douglas Gardens for the outstanding work of her Care Coordination team!

Care Coordination plays a vital role in connecting individuals and families with the services, resources, and support they need. We appreciate Sabrina and her team's dedication, collaboration, and commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.

👏 Congratulations, Sabrina, and thank you to the entire Douglas Gardens team for your exceptional work! Douglas Gardens Community Mental Health Center

#ThrivingMind #CareCoordination #CommunityPartners #BehavioralHealth #StrongerTogether

🎥 Meet Our Trauma Recovery Network Team! 💙 Behind

🎥 Meet Our Trauma Recovery Network Team! 💙

Behind every service we provide are dedicated individuals who care deeply about the people and communities we serve.

Our Trauma Recovery Network team works every day to support individuals and families impacted by trauma, helping them access the resources, guidance, and compassionate care they need on their journey toward healing and recovery.

🎬 Watch our special video interview to meet the faces behind this important work, hear what inspires them, and learn more about the difference they make in our community.

We are proud of this incredible team and the heart they bring to our mission every day!

#ThrivingMind #TraumaRecoveryNetwork #MeetOurTeam #HealingAndHope #BehavioralHealth

On September 26, 2026, community members, behavior

On September 26, 2026, community members, behavioral health professionals, advocates, and stakeholders gathered for the South Florida Recovery Month Celebration, hosted by South Florida Wellness Network (SFWN), a valued provider partner dedicated to advancing recovery, wellness, and peer support throughout South Florida. This was the inaugural South Florida Recovery Month Celebration held in Miami-Dade County, marking a significant milestone in bringing together the recovery community to recognize and celebrate the transformative power of recovery.

The event featured inspiring speakers, community resources, wellness activities, live entertainment, food vendors, family-friendly activities, and opportunities for attendees to learn more about recovery supports available throughout the region. The celebration embodied the message that recovery is for everyone, highlighting the importance of hope, resilience, peer support, and community engagement in the recovery journey.

Thriving Mind's team members included Derek Moore, Peer Services Manager, who served as the event's Master of Ceremonies (MC), Eric Robinson of the VOCA Team, and Esther Serrano of the Children's System of Care Team.

Other distinguished guests included Senator Rene Garcia, Ibis Valdes from Mayor Daniella Levine Cava's Office, and the Honorable Judge Steven Leifman, along with numerous community providers, peer specialists, advocates, and stakeholders from across South Florida.

Overall, the inaugural South Florida Recovery Month Celebration in Miami-Dade County was a resounding success, fostering meaningful connections, showcasing valuable community resources, and celebrating the many pathways to recovery. The event highlighted the collective efforts of South Florida Wellness Network, Thriving Mind South Florida, and community partners working together to build a stronger, healthier, and more recovery-focused community.

#RecoveryMonth #ThrivingMind #RecoveryIsPossible #PeerSupport #StrongerTogether #SouthFloridaWellnessNetwork

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Thriving Mind President and CEO Laura Naredo recen

Thriving Mind President and CEO Laura Naredo recently joined fellow community leaders at the South Florida Funders meeting with Miami-Dade County Public Schools Superintendent Rafael A. Villalobos.

The gathering provided a great opportunity to learn more about the district’s priorities, challenges, and opportunities, while connecting with community partners who share a commitment to supporting children and families.

We appreciate opportunities like these to strengthen partnerships and explore ways to help our community thrive! @miamifoundation @miamischools

#ThrivingMind #CommunityPartnerships #MiamiDade #StrongerTogether

💙 Sometimes, one more conversation can make all th

💙 Sometimes, one more conversation can make all the difference.

Thriving Mind was honored to be invited to ONE MORE CONVERSATION, an evening focused on suicide prevention awareness and the power of human connection, hosted by the DRT Brain Love Foundation, Udonis Haslem Foundation, and United Way Broward.

Eric Robinson, Thriving Mind Peer Victim Advocate Specialist, participated in this meaningful gathering centered on presence, empathy, hope, and community.

In a world where so much of our interaction happens through screens and technology, the evening offered an important reminder: taking the time to listen, connect, and be present for one another matters. A conversation can create connection. Connection can create hope. And hope can save lives.

Thank you to the organizations and community partners who came together to keep the conversation going and remind people that they are seen, heard, and valued. 💙

#ThrivingMind #SuicidePrevention #OneMoreConversation #MentalHealth #Hope #HumanConnection #communitymatters

@udonishaslemfoundation @unitedwaybroward @drbrandtfoundation

🤝 Collaboration in action! Recently, Thriving Min

🤝 Collaboration in action!

Recently, Thriving Mind team members attended the FAME Annual Meeting in Ocala, Florida, connecting with colleagues from across the state to share ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen partnerships.

It’s always valuable to come together with our fellow Managing Entities and partners with a shared purpose—supporting our providers, strengthening our communities, and ultimately improving outcomes for the people and families we serve. 💙

#ThrivingMind #FAME #BehavioralHealth #CommunityPartnerships #StrongerTogether Florida Association of Managing Entities - FAME @centralfloridabehavioral @browardbehavioralhealth @centralfloridacareshs

🎂💙 We ended our recent Lunch & Learn on a sweet no

🎂💙 We ended our recent Lunch & Learn on a sweet note by celebrating our August and September birthdays!

A little cake, a lot of smiles, and a chance to celebrate some of the wonderful people who make up Team Thriving Mind. 🥳

Happy Birthday to all! We hope your year ahead is filled with plenty of reasons to smile. 🎉

#ThrivingMind #TeamThrivingMind #HappyBirthday #WorkFamily

🌟 Connecting, learning and celebrating partnership

🌟 Connecting, learning and celebrating partnership at the 2026 Florida Children and Families Summit!

Thriving Mind’s Alisa Surenskaya recently attended the 2026 Florida Children and Families Summit, joining professionals, leaders and community partners from across Florida for three days of learning, collaboration and connection.

There were also some special moments of celebration! 💙 Gilda Farradaz with DCF Community Development was recognized in honor of her retirement—and, since it was also her birthday, colleagues from Circuits 11 and 16 joined together to sing “Happy Birthday.” 🎂

Alisa also had the opportunity to connect with Carmen Gomez-Abreu, LCSW, Behavioral Health Consultant Supervisor with DCF SAMH, and Nabila Conception, Behavioral Health Consultant.

We’re grateful for opportunities like these to strengthen relationships with our DCF partners, exchange ideas and continue working together to support children, families and communities throughout Florida.

#ThrivingMind #FloridaDCF #ChildrenAndFamilies #SystemOfCare #BehavioralHealth #CommunityPartnerships #StrongerTogether

✈️🌎 All aboard for a Journey Through the System of

✈️🌎 All aboard for a Journey Through the System of Care!

Our latest Thriving Mind Lunch & Learn, courtesy of our System of Care team, was informative, engaging, fun—and definitely unforgettable!

The team took us on a journey around the world to learn about the many departments and programs that make up our System of Care. Each department represented a different country, complete with themed outfits and decorations, while our “flight” took us from one destination to the next. 🌍🧳

It was a creative and fun way to learn more about how all the different pieces of our system connect and work together to support individuals, children, families, and our community.

A huge thank you to our System of Care team and everyone who helped make this Lunch & Learn such a memorable trip! ✈️💙

#ThrivingMind #SystemOfCare #LunchAndLearn #StrongerTogether #TeamThrivingMind #BehavioralHealth

💜 As Suicide Prevention Month comes to a close, th

💜 As Suicide Prevention Month comes to a close, the message continues: You matter. Your life has value. And hope is always worth holding onto.

Throughout the month, our Thriving Mind team, Board, Providers, and community partners found simple but meaningful ways to share that message—from socks carrying words of hope and encouragement to mirrors reminding us to see our own worth. 💜

Taking care of our mental health matters. Check in with yourself. Check in with the people around you. Make time for rest, connection and the things that help you feel grounded. And remember, asking for help is a sign of strength.

Suicide prevention isn’t just a message for one month—it’s about creating a community where people feel seen, valued, supported and reminded that they are never alone.

You are important. You are worthy. You matter. 💜

#SuicidePreventionMonth #YouMatter #Hope #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare ThrivingMind StrongerTogether @villagesouthmentalhealth @theagapenetwork @freshstartmiami @advocacymiamI

Thriving Mind was proud to be part of the recent F

Thriving Mind was proud to be part of the recent FIU Disability Conference, where our President & CEO, Laura Naredo, joined community leaders for an important panel discussion focused on disability, inclusion, and strengthening our communities.

Laura joined fellow panelists Maria Alonso of Citrus Health Network, Brenda Lampon from the Mayor’s Office, and Nicole Attong of FIU Embrace.

The conference also brought together leaders including FIU President Jeanette Nuñez, FIU Senior Vice President Andres Gil, Martin Essl of the Zero Project, and Miami-Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado.

We’re grateful for opportunities like these to connect, learn, and collaborate toward a more inclusive community for everyone.

#ThrivingMind #FIU #DisabilityInclusion #CommunityPartnerships #strongertogether

@fiuccf @@miamidadecounty @commissionerregalado @fiupresident @citrushealthnetwork

💙 2026 NAMI Conference 💙 We are grateful for the

💙 2026 NAMI Conference 💙

We are grateful for the opportunity to attend the 2026 NAMI Conference.

Thriving Mind's - Esther Serrano, CRPS, Children's System of Care Specialist, alongside Isabela Lopez, Peer Services Specialist were in attendance.

The conference was a meaningful opportunity to learn, connect, and build relationships with others who share a passion for supporting individuals, children, and families in our communities.

It was a pleasure connecting with Susan Nyamora – South Florida Wellness, Joe Dmitrovic – Floridians for Recovery, and Ralph Casanas – New Hope, Peer Specialist.

We are thankful for the conversations, connections, and inspiration gained from this experience. Every connection reminds us how important community, collaboration, hope, and recovery are. 💙🤝

#NAMIConference2026 #ThrivingMind #ChildrenSystemOfCare #PeerSupport #BehavioralHealth #CommunityConnections #HopeAndRecovery #StrongerTogether

@namimiami @sfwnetwork

Meet Ms. Judy and Vanessa, two of the amazing peop

Meet Ms. Judy and Vanessa, two of the amazing people who help keep Thriving Mind running smoothly every day! 💙

We’re so grateful for our wonderful administrative team and all they do behind the scenes to support our staff, our work, and our mission. Thank you, Ms. Judy and Vanessa, for all you do! 💙

#ThrivingMind #MeetOurTeam #TeamThrivingMind #StrongerTogether

Our Executive Committee of the Board recently took

Our Executive Committee of the Board recently took a moment to recognize Overdose Awareness and remember the lives lost to overdose, while standing in support of individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use.

Moments like these remind us why continued awareness, compassion, prevention, treatment, and recovery support matter. 💜

#ThrivingMind #OverdoseAwareness #RecoveryIsPossible #BehavioralHealth #StrongerTogether

Suicide prevention is a year-round commitment. The

Suicide prevention is a year-round commitment. The work of showing up for the people in our lives is for all twelve. Stronger Together: Connect. Support. Prevent. samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/prevention

#SuicidePreventionMonth #ConnectSupportPrevent #spm2026

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