11th Annual National LOSS Team Conference

The Annual National LOSS (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) Team Conference is a multi-dimensional, multi-day event that actively explores the public health crisis of suicide. It includes community engagement, nationally recognized subject experts, and strategic conference topics, creating a unique opportunity for mental health professionals, first responders, school counselors, faith leaders, funeral directors, suicide loss […]

Veteran Community Initiatives’ (VCI) 17th Annual Veteran Issues Symposium

Veteran Community Initiatives’ (VCI) 17th Annual Veteran Issues Symposium “MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE ISSUES” Wednesday, October 26, 2022 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Asiago’s Tuscan Italian Restaurant 709 Edgehill Dr. Johnstown, PA 15905 Pre-Registration is REQUIRED Reserve your seat today by calling VCI at (814) 255-0355 “Mental Health and Substance Abuse Issues” Wednesday, October […]

Veteran Community Initiatives’ (VCI) 17th Annual Veteran Issues Symposium

Veteran Community Initiatives’ (VCI) 17th Annual Veteran Issues Symposium “MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE ISSUES” Thursday, October 27, 2022 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Asiago’s Tuscan Italian Restaurant 709 Edgehill Dr. Johnstown, PA 15905 Pre-Registration is REQUIRED Reserve your seat today by calling VCI at (814) 255-0355 Veteran Suicide Prevention: - “Training & Education” Thursday, […]

Veterans’ Discussion at Passavant Community

Join us for a Veterans' discussion at Passavant Community on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 from 1 pm - 3 pm. Enjoy light refreshments and take part in a discussion about the impact of moral injury on Veterans. Sponsored by Lutheran Senior Life, Aspire Wellness, and the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Program Evaluation and […]

QPR Training

QPR is a two-hour educational program designed to teach professionals as well as lay “gatekeepers” the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. A gatekeeper is someone in a position to recognize a crisis and warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide. This session will be held in-person at: […]

107th Pennsylvania Farm Show

Join us at the 107th Pennsylvania Farm Show for Military Veterans & Families Day on Thursday, January 12th. Thursday at PA Farm Show is dedicated to honoring U.S. military Veterans and their families for their service to our country. The wildly popular Army-Navy Cookoff anchors the day, starring military chefs battling it out for culinary […]

Erie VA Medical Center Hybrid Veteran Town Hall

Erie VA Medical Center To Host Hybrid Veteran Town Hall Date: Jan. 12, 2023, 3-4 p.m. Location: Erie VAMC, 135 East 38th St., 2nd Floor, Conference Rooms 2A-2C, Erie, PA (Erie County) Who should attend: Veterans, caregivers and family members are invited to attend this town hall, being held in person and virtually. Participants will […]

Equine Event for Veterans and Their Families

Join us for a fun morning of FREE activities for the whole family! Horsemanship & Groundwork Emotions & Body Language Snowshoeing & Archery Free Childcare (on-site) Physical Health & Riding Wellness Resources Butler VA is offering FREE (limited) transportation to/from this event. JANUARY 28, 2023 · TWO SESSIONS! 10AM-12PM and 1-3PM Storm Harbor Equestrian Center […]

Second Harvest Military Food Share Distribution

In northwest Pennsylvania, nearly 18% of households receiving food assistance have at least one member who has served in the military. Military Share, a Produce Express Program of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania, is designed to provide fresh, nutritious foods for families with at least one member who has served in the […]

Caring for Veterans in Crisis: First Responder Summit

FIRST RESPONDER SUMMIT Caring for Veterans in Crisis Wednesday, February 22, 2023 8:30 a.m. - Noon | Registration 8:00 a.m. Blasco Library Hirt Auditorium 160 East Front Street, Erie, PA 16507 Erie VA Medical Center Behavioral Health Clinic and the Erie County Department of Veterans Affairs invite front line workers, police, fire and rescue, and […]

Second Harvest Military Food Share Distribution

In northwest Pennsylvania, nearly 18% of households receiving food assistance have at least one member who has served in the military. Military Share, a Produce Express Program of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania, is designed to provide fresh, nutritious foods for families with at least one member who has served in the […]

Second Harvest Military Food Share Distribution

In northwest Pennsylvania, nearly 18% of households receiving food assistance have at least one member who has served in the military. Military Share, a Produce Express Program of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania, is designed to provide fresh, nutritious foods for families with at least one member who has served in the […]