The Actors Fund Services and Events Update
All seminars and groups are free of charge
Seminars
Winter 2009
HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN TEACHING, TRAINING, AND COACHING
Hear from entertainment industry professionals who have developed successful sideline and parallel businesses as teachers, coaches, and trainers in such fields as fitness, yoga, Pilates, nutrition, communications skills, and life coaching. No pre-registration is required.
Wednesday, March 18, 5:30 - 7 PM
Where: Actors' Equity, 165 West 46th Street, 14th Floor Council Room
Email: blevinson@actorsfund.org
HOUSING SEMINAR
A review of long term options to obtaining affordable rental housing: 80/20 housing, tenants' rights information, and more. This one time seminar is presented often throughout the year. Reservations not necessary. You can just show up!
Monday, March 16 and April 27, 5:30 - 7 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Email: lseligson@actorsfund.org
EVERYTHING ABOUT ADVANCED DIRECTIVES
Please join us on Thursday April 9, 2009 from 2:30 - 4 PM for a lively discussion on the importance of having Advanced Directives (Living Will, Health Care Proxy, Power of Attorney and Guardianship) presented by Elderlaw attorney, Martin Petroff.
Thursday, April 9, 2:30 - 4 PM
The Actors Fund 729 Seventh Avenue 10th floor
Info: 212.221.7300 ext.186
Email: Mkolanovic@actorsfund.org
DEBT RELIEF
Debt Relief is a three-week workshop where members learn about the lending industry and determine their best debt management and repayment options. Are you ready to learn how to live debt-free?
Tuesday, March 17, 24, and 31, 5 - 7 PM
Program: Entertainment Assistance Program
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 10th Floor
Info: 212.221.7300 ext. 184
Email: aclayman@actorsfund.org
JOB SEARCH OVER 40
Hear from AWP members, who have found work and meaningful sideline, parallel, and second careers where maturity, life experience and transferable skills have sold them to employers. Learn how and where to market yourself in the current labor market. No pre-registration is required.
Tuesday, April 15, 5:30 - 7 PM
Actors' Equity, 165 West 46th Street, 14th Floor Council Room
Email: blevinson@actorsfund.org
HEALING CAREERS
Drama, dance and music therapy, massage therapy, personal training, social work, psychotherapy and speech therapy are some of the healing occupations that build on the mind-body connections developed by entertainment professionals. Come hear from AWP members who have pursued education and training to develop therapeutic sideline and second careers. No reservation or pre-registration is required.
Wednesday, May 20, 5:30 - 7 PM
Actors' Equity Bldg, 165 West 46th St., 14th Floor Council Room
Email: blevinso@actorsfund.org
SHORT-TERM GROUPS
SPRING 2009
MANAGING CASH FLOW FOR ARTISTS - SPRING 2009
This five-week workshop covers strategies for organizing expenses, balancing multiple sources of income, and planning for dry spells. We also discuss tips for aligning your professional and financial goals. You are welcome to attend the first session with no obligation (Orientation, April 28th) to learn more about this and other Financial Wellness Program services. Orientation is a required session for all members who plan to take the full workshop. Managing Cash Flow for Artists is offered three times a year. Please contact Amanda Clayman to sign up or find out more!
Tuesdays, April 28 - May 26, 5 - 7 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 10th Floor
Info: 212.221.7300 ext. 184
Email: aclayman@actorsfund.org
MONEY AND THE PERFORMING ARTIST - SPRING 2009
Using MAP - The Money Awareness Program (SM), this six-week group explores how family, cultural, and entertainment industry attitudes contribute to how we think about and use money. This group is facilitated by Annette Lieberman, LCSW, author of The Money Mirror. Money and the Performing Artist is offered three times a year. To ensure a positive experience a pre-group telephone interview is required. Please contact Amanda Clayman for more information.
Mondays, April 13 - May 18, 5 - 7 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 10th Floor
Info: 212.221.7300 ext. 184
Email: aclayman@actorsfund.org
STRATEGIES FOR FIGHTING DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY
An eight week confidential group focused on teaching basic tools to help you manage your mood. Unlike traditional talk therapies, this structured group will feature weekly guided exercises and homework assignments with the goal of helping you take control of how you feel. It will be offered Tuesdays, March 10 - April 28 from 2 - 4 PM. An interview is required to ensure a positive group experience. Please contact: Alice Vienneau, LMSW.
Tuesdays, March 10 - April 28, 2 - 4 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info: 212.221.7300 ext. 177
Email: avienneau@actorsfund.org
THE SECOND ACT
A six week peer support group for industry professionals, age 62-102. Come network and socialize as we share information and resources on a variety of topics. Learn from one another, as well as from guest speakers, while we discuss work and volunteering opportunities, medical and health insurance concerns, financial planning, and other topics of interest. To ensure a positive group experience a pre-group interview is required.
Thursdays, March 26 - April 30, 2:30 - 4 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info: 212.221.7300 ext.186
Email: mkolanovic@actorsfund.org
Regularly scheduled seminars/meetings
Winter 2009
support group for injured dancers
An ongoing support group for professional dancers to confidentially and safely address the emotional issues and complexities specific to dancers facing physical problems. The group, led by The Dancers' Resource social worker, meets on Thursday evenings from 6:15 - 7:30 pm. A pre-attendance interview is required.
Every Thursday, 6:15 - 7:30 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info 212.221.7300 ext. 177
Email: avienneau@actorsfund.org
GETTING AND KEEPING HEALTH INSURANCE
Options for obtaining health insurance in the New York City metro area and finding affordable health care when uninsured. Includes a Q&A session. There is no reservation or pre-registration required.
Every Thursday, 12:30 – 1:30 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue,10th Floor
ACTORS WORK PROGRAM ORIENTATION
An introduction to all Actors Work Program services, including group and individual career counseling, job training and education, financial assistance, and job placement services. Orientation is held every Monday except for legal holidays. No reservation or pre-registration required.
Every Monday, 12 – 2:30 PM (Space is limited, please arrive early.)
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info 212.354.5480 ext. 100
Email: blevinso@actorsfund.org
RESUME Writing workshop
This two-part workshop takes place the 3rd and 4th Thursday of every month and attendance at both parts is required. This workshop assists participants in identifying their transferable skills in order to prepare a non-industry resume. Participants must attend an Actors Work Program orientation before attending the Resume Workshop.
3rd & 4th Thursday of every Month, 12 – 2 PM (Space is limited, please arrive early.)
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info: 212.354.5480 ext. 100
JOB SEARCH AND INTERVIEW SKILLS CLINIC
Get support, job leads & referrals. Specific strategies to boost your job search skills. Participants must attend the Actors Work Program Orientation before attending.
Every Wednesday, 12 – 2:30 PM (Space is limited, please arrive early.)
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info 212.354.5480
Email: blevinson@actorsfund.org
Network NOW
Learn how to increase your visibility and opportunities in the business and outside the business by meeting and talking to other Actors Work Program participants. Participants must attend the Actors Work Program Orientation before attending Network Now. Every Monday except legal holidays.
Every Monday, 2:30 – 4:30 PM (Space is limited, please arrive early.)
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info 212.354.5480 ext. 100
Email: blevinso@actorsfund.org
AA Meeting - the green room
12-step A.A. Meeting for those in the entertainment industry and the performing arts. This is a closed discussion meeting. Closed meetings are only for A.A. members and for those with an alcohol or drug problem who have the desire to stop drinking or using drugs.
Every Wednesday, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info 212.221.7300 ext. 114
Email: rgilbert@actorsfund.org
Debtors anonymous meeting
A 12-step fellowship for people dealing with issues of compulsive debt.
Every Thursday, 6:15 – 7:45 PM
The Actors Fund, 729 Seventh Avenue, 11th Floor
Info 212.221.7300 ext. 113
Email: ddaley@actorsfund.org
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