Category: Archives 2020

Therapeutic riding

Organized by ZUHBL PTSD RH and UHBL PTSD Split-Dalmatia County as part of activities Conducting group therapies for PTSD patients funded by the Ministry of Croatian Veterans, a therapeutic riding activity was held for members of the veteran-suffering population and members of their families. The aim of this activity was to achieve a positive psychological effect by staying in nature, building self-confidence by acquiring and perfecting new skills and encouraging the development of positive emotions when connecting and working with horses.

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Coordination meeting of the National Foundation for Civil Society Development and Knowledge Centers

From 15 do 17. June 2020. A coordination meeting of associations involved in Development Cooperation in the field of Knowledge Centers for Social Development was held in Šibenik in 2006, including ZUHBL PTSD RH as a member 9. knowledge center. The meeting was attended by representatives of associations and the National Foundation for Civil Society Development and Mr. mr.sc. Marko Pavić Minister of Regional Development and European Union Funds, Ms. Helena Beus, Director of the Government Office for Associations, and Mr. Danko Relić, President of the Council for the Development of Civil Society. At the meeting, great emphasis was placed on the challenges facing associations as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic., but also the earthquake that hit Zagreb and Krapina-Zagorje County in March 2020. The need to empower associations to create resilience to new crises and challenges has been recognized.

Notice

Dear members and Croatian defenders, given the new situation, we would like to send a message of support and encouragement to all who are exposed to a whole new way of life these days, the restrictions and restrictions that are there for all of us, but also to those who, with this extraordinary circumstance, experienced another earthquake hit Zagreb and the surrounding area. And we will overcome this as we have overcome the worse things in history, agreeing again and willing to sacrifice for the benefit of all, especially the most vulnerable. Fortunately, these new circumstances do not require us to reach for weapons, than just staying home, we take care of ourselves and our loved ones. We therefore urge everyone to follow the instructions issued by experts and doctors. We especially urge all those suffering from chronic diseases to beware and to try not to go out unless it is absolutely necessary and urgent. Considering that many Croatian veterans unfortunately belong to the most risky group, which can have the most serious complications in case of infection with COVID-19, please take special care and care of your health. Just as veterans were the first on the line of defense during the Homeland War, so has this difficult and responsible task now been taken by medical staff who work tirelessly and sacrifice their health for all of us. Let's make it easier for them and help them by following the directions, not to go out, keep your distance, often wash his hands and thus protect himself and others around us. Given that we know how this life in isolation can be especially difficult for those already suffering from psychiatric illnesses and struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, we consider it important to note that the work of regional psychotrauma centers and the National Psychotrauma Center is tailored to their situation and their support and support. further available. Therefore, we are transmitting a notice from the Croatian Defense Ministry regarding their work:

  • Regional Center for Psychotrauma in Rijeka at the Clinical Hospital Center Rijeka (in charge of Primorje-Gorski kotar, County of Istria and Lika-Senj) available on 051 / 658-339.
  • Regional Center for Psychotrauma in Osijek (in charge of Osijek-Baranja, Vukovar-, Brod-Posavina and Požega-Slavonia County) is available on phones 031/ 091/45 00 795 (psychiatric service available 0-24) i 097/649 65 88 (psychological service available Monday through Friday from 7.30 do 15.30)
  • Regional Center for Psychotrauma in Split(in charge of Split-Dalmatia, Dubrovnik-Neretva, Zadar County and Šibenik-Knin County) it is available through the doctor's on-call phone calls, do 1.4.2020. on the phone 021/556-145, 021/556-791 and 021 / 556-676, and of 1.4.2020. and for the next 15 days on the phones 021/556-791 i 021/556-144.
  • National Center for Psychotrauma in Zagreb (in charge of the City of Zagreb and Zagreb,  Fos Sisak,  Karlovac, Krapina-Zagorje,  Međimurje, Bjelovar-Bilogora, Virovitica-Podravina Varaždin and Koprivnica-Križevci counties)  is available on phones 01/2376-464 i 01/2376-335, a Crisis and Suicide Prevention Center by phone 01/2376 470 (0-24).

Read the full announcement from the Croatian Defense Ministry here (https://branitelji.gov.hr/vijesti/obavijest-hrvatskim-braniteljima-oboljelim-od-ptsp-a-i-drugih-psihickih-poremecaja-o-privremenoj-organizaciji-rada-regionalnih-i-nacionalnog-centra-za-psihotraumu/3638). We ask all those who need help not to hesitate to contact the services mentioned. Finally, information related to the work of the association. According to the instructions of the Civil Protection Crisis Staff, we have taken measures to avoid close contact with persons and to prevent any possible transmission of infection at gatherings and gatherings. All activities are therefore delayed and will be implemented subsequently, according to the development of the situation. Also, Since we are not able to provide sufficient distance in the office of the association in case of more people coming, we have decided to temporarily close the office for members and visitors, and in case you need to contact us, please contact us by mail: zuhblptsprh@gmail.com, or on a cell phone number 099 3278 974. We all make sure that this situation lasts as short as possible.
Stay home, protect yourself and your loved ones,
ZUHBL PTSP RH.