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Mike Abrams, MSW

Mike Abrams is a social worker and the Young Adults Supervisor at Independence Center, where he leads the Coordinated Specialty Care for First Episode Psychosis (CSC-FEP) program. With over a decade of experience in social services and mental health, Mike has guided programs ranging from mentoring initiatives to data-driven partnerships with United Way.
At Independence Center, his leadership of the CSC-FEP program has built a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and humility—helping young adults improve their quality of life and achieve their goals. Mike also helped forge a partnership between the CSC-FEP team and the Clubhouse at Independence Center to reduce social isolation and strengthen members’ sense of belonging. He looks forward to sharing how these teams work together to support members and achieve shared success.

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Clubhouse: A Natural Community Connection for Young Adults with Early Psychosis

 

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Clubhouse: A Natural Community Connection for Young Adults with Early Psychosis

Room: Windgate 62-63

Speaker(s): 

Mike Abrams, MSW

Presentation: The Clubhouse model provides a supportive environment that promotes growth, empowerment, and inclusion through shared work, social connection, and opportunities for education and employment. By working with Clubhouses, Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) Teams can offer a unique opportunity to build meaningful connections, discover purpose, and experience a genuine sense of belonging within their community for the young adults they serve.

This presentation will highlight how Independence Center’s Clubhouse serves as a vibrant community hub, creating spaces where members can connect, contribute, and thrive, and how collaboration with Independence Center’s CSC team strengthens ongoing recovery and wellness. Participants will gain insight into how the Clubhouse model fosters peer support, community engagement, and a strong foundation for long-term well-being, as young adults start, participate in, and graduate from CSC services.

Objectives:

  • Define the Clubhouse model utilized by Clubhouse International and Independence Center
  • Summarize how Independence Center’s CSC and Clubhouse programs work together to achieve shared member outcomes
  • Examine how the unique aspects of the Clubhouse model benefit young adults experiencing early psychosis
  • Connect with Clubhouses in their area to analyze if a partnership will benefit the young people they serve

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Preventing Burnout Through the Power of Fun

Room: Windgate 62-62

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Le’Anna Schlotzhauer, BS

Presentation: Preventing Burnout Through the Power of Fun is an engaging training that helps professionals recognize the signs of burnout and discover how fun can be a powerful tool for resilience. Participants will explore how stress impacts health, relationships, and work performance, and learn practical ways to recharge through play, laughter, and connection. By prioritizing fun, you can boost energy, improve mood, strengthen relationships, and create a healthier work-life balance. This session reframes fun not as a luxury but as an essential strategy for preventing burnout and thriving both personally and professionally.

Objectives:

  • Understanding burnout and it’s effects
  • Understanding how to prevent burnout
  • Understanding fun and how it works to prevent burnout
  • Discover ways to find and prioritize fun

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Le’Anne Schlotzhauer, BS

Le’Anne has dedicated over 30 years to the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities, beginning her career as a direct support professional before moving into staff education. For a total of 25 years, she has served in the Staff Education Department at Emmaus, where she develops curriculum and delivers training that equips staff with the tools to provide compassionate, high-quality care.
She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Central Missouri, is a Certified Autism Specialist, and has earned a Trauma-Informed Care Certificate from the Trauma Informed Care Training Center. With experience leading teams, designing curriculum, and presenting in both live and virtual settings, Le’Anne is driven by a passion for teaching and sharing knowledge that strengthens the workforce serving individuals with IDD.

Presentation(s):

Preventing Burnout Through the Power of Fun

Trauma Informed Care for Supervisors