The Resilient Veteran

QPR + CALM Training
2022-11-07 09:00 - 12:30, 2022-12-09 09:00 - 12:30, 2022-12-19 12:00 - 15:30, 2023-01-25 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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 date also offers a 1-hour Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM) directly after the QPR sessions. You can opt-in to one or both trainings.
Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, are higher than the national average. 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 an individual who can recognize a crisis and the warning signs of someone possibly contemplating suicide. Anyone can become a gatekeeper: parents. friends, neighbors, teachers, athletic coaches, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, etc. Gatekeepers come from all walks of life and do not require any prior training or education.
Click on the image to download or print the flyer and access the registration QR code. You can also access the registration form directly. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
2022-11-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2022-12-15 13:00 - 15:00
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.
Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, are higher than the national average. 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 an individual who can recognize a crisis and the warning signs of someone possibly contemplating suicide. Anyone can become a gatekeeper: parents. friends, neighbors, teachers, athletic coaches, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, etc. Gatekeepers come from all walks of life and do not require any prior training or education.
Click on the image to download or print the flyer and access the registration QR code. You can also access the registration form directly. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

Recent Innovations in the Assessment and Prediction of Self-Directed Violence
2022-12-07 11:00 - 12:00
Wednesday, Dec 7 2022 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
(UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Agenda
This talk will describe recent developments regarding the assessment and prediction of suicidal and nonsuicidal self-injurious thoughts and behaviors among Veterans. Topics covered will include the development and validation of the Durham Risk Score, the Screen for Nonsuicidal Self-Injury, and ongoing efforts to use machine learning approaches to improve the prediction of suicide among Veterans through integration and analysis of electronic health record data, geospatial data, natural language processing, and genomics.
Intended Audience: Researchers and clinicians interested in learning about recent innovations in the assessment and prediction of self-directed violence.

Register for webinar
If you want to attend, register now. When your registration is approved, you’ll receive an invitation to join.

Host
Heidi Schlueter

QPR Training
2022-12-07 19:00 - 20:00
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:
Ft. LeBeouf American Legion Post 285
120 W. 4th Street, Waterford, PA
Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, are higher than the national average. 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 an individual who can recognize a crisis and the warning signs of someone possibly contemplating suicide. Anyone can become a gatekeeper: parents. friends, neighbors, teachers, athletic coaches, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, etc. Gatekeepers come from all walks of life and do not require any prior training or education.
Click on the image to download or print the flyer and access registration information. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

How States and Communities Can Better Support Military and Veteran Caregivers
2022-12-13 14:00 - 15:30
Date: Three-part series: December 13, 2022; January 12, 2023; February 9, 2023Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
Register Online

Session 1 – The Future of Caregiving: A Path for the Way Forward

Part 1: Tuesday, December 13, 2022, 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

Learning Objectives

Describe what we know about the caregiver population, which includes not only spouses but also children, grandparents, siblings, neighbors, and friends
Review the recently released National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
Examine the latest research and national trends on military and Veteran caregivers

Presenter

Roxana Delgado, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, UT Health San Antonio; Research Advisor to the Campaign for Inclusive Care, Dole Caregiver Fellow Alumna, Elizabeth Dole Foundation

With over 5.5 million military and Veteran caregivers in the United States, the implementation of the newly released National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers is a critical step forward for those caring for our Nation’s wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans. Caregivers consistently experience worse health outcomes, greater challenges in family relationships, and increased difficulties in the workplace than non-caregivers. Military and Veteran caregivers are unique in that they tend to be younger and serve in caregiver roles longer than their civilian counterparts.

This learning community will provide participants an opportunity to learn in a small group and interactive setting. The objectives of this learning community are to (1) Discover a framework for supporting military and Veteran caregivers, (2) Examine how both paid and informal caregivers can be recognized and valued in the continuum of care, and (3) Identify resources available that are specifically tailored for military and Veteran caregivers.

The learning community will meet monthly for three sessions beginning in December 2022 via Zoom. Each session will feature an expert presentation with engaging group discussion incorporated throughout.

Acupuncture & Pain Management for Veteran Clients with Physical Symptoms of PTSD and Chronic Pain
2022-12-16 11:00 - 13:00
Acupuncture & Pain Management for Veteran Clients with Physical Symptoms of PTSD and Chronic Pain
December 16, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm EST
The course will be about introducing alternative options for physical symptoms related to PTSD such as insomnia, nightmares, chronic pain, and fatigue. It will include detailed information on modalities to help manage these symptoms for better engagement in clinical services.

How States and Communities Can Better Support Military and Veteran Caregivers
2023-01-12 14:00 - 15:30
Date: Three-part series: December 13, 2022; January 12, 2023; February 9, 2023Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
Register Online

Session 2 – Identifying and Engaging Military and Veteran Caregivers

Thursday, January 12, 2023, 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

Learning Objectives

Describe the challenges of self-identification
Discover strategies for better outreach and engagement
Identify opportunities to empower the caregiver voice

Presenter

Melissa Comeau, M.S., Director, Military Veteran Caregiver Network, American Red Cross

With over 5.5 million military and Veteran caregivers in the United States, the implementation of the newly released National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers is a critical step forward for those caring for our Nation’s wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans. Caregivers consistently experience worse health outcomes, greater challenges in family relationships, and increased difficulties in the workplace than non-caregivers. Military and Veteran caregivers are unique in that they tend to be younger and serve in caregiver roles longer than their civilian counterparts.

This learning community will provide participants an opportunity to learn in a small group and interactive setting. The objectives of this learning community are to (1) Discover a framework for supporting military and Veteran caregivers, (2) Examine how both paid and informal caregivers can be recognized and valued in the continuum of care, and (3) Identify resources available that are specifically tailored for military and Veteran caregivers.

The learning community will meet monthly for three sessions beginning in December 2022 via Zoom. Each session will feature an expert presentation with engaging group discussion incorporated throughout.

Mitigating Crisis And Strengthening Trust For Veterans
2023-01-18 13:00 - 14:30
Live Webinar On Mitigating Crisis And Strengthening Trust For Veterans
Date: Jan. 18, 2023, 1 p.m.
Register and Learn more: Katie Stenger, at 716-673-5017 or email katie.stenger@summitbhc.com
Presented By: Alia Schenck, MA, MSW, LCSW-A
Description: A look at service delivery, important principles of relational building among Veterans and family members. This online class will seek to encourage best practices to mitigating crises, understanding unique challenges with Veterans & Caregivers and encouraging empathy among service professionals.

Recovery is Community Virtual Narcan Training
2023-01-19 12:00 - 13:00
Virtual Training Series
This is a Recovery is Community NWPA grant project through UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor.
We hope you can join us for our Recovery is Beautiful NWPA Naloxone Training Series every third Thursday at 12-1pm. These talks will feature Susan Huffman, Senior Program Specialist for Venango County SCA and Julia Covert, Prevention Specialist for Crawford County Drug and Alcohol.
FREE. Register online.
Free CE credit of 1.0 hour will be offered for LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT and Nursing to those who attend.

Requirements include attendance for the duration of the session and completion of a course evaluation provided at the end of the session.
ACCREDITATION
In support of improving patient care the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the health care team.
SOCIAL WORK (CEU)
Mercyhurst University’s Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is an approved provider of Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselor continuing education by the Pennsylvania State Licensing Board.

QPR Training
2023-02-03 10:00 - 12:00
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.
Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, are higher than the national average. 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 an individual who can recognize a crisis and the warning signs of someone possibly contemplating suicide. Anyone can become a gatekeeper: parents. friends, neighbors, teachers, athletic coaches, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, etc. Gatekeepers come from all walks of life and do not require any prior training or education.
Click on the image to download or print the flyer and access the registration QR code. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

Opioids and Benzodiazepines on All-Cause Mortality in Veterans
2023-02-03 13:00 - 15:00
This is a virtual meeting for the Committee on Evaluating the Effects of Opioids and Benzodiazepines on All-Cause Mortality in Veterans.
Fri, February 3, 2023, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will convene a committee of experts to conduct a study to evaluate the effects of opioids and benzodiazepines on all-cause mortality of veterans, including suicide. A public session will be held virtually on February 3, 2023. The committee will hear from the study sponsor, the Veterans Administration (VA), on the committee’s statement of task and will have an opportunity to clarify the charge at hand. Background on the Congressional request (Section 204a of the Hannon Act) and an overview of Veterans data will also be provided.
Live stream of the open session can be viewed:
https://www.nationalacademies.org/event/02-03-2023/evaluating-the-effects-of-opioids-and-benzodiazepines-on-all-cause-mortality-in-veterans-meeting-1

Recovery is Community: Tobacco Use in Behavioral Health
2023-02-07 12:00 - 13:00
Presented by Tony Klein, MPA, NCACII, & Katie Gassner, CTTS
Despite significant progress made in reducing smoking in the general population, individuals with mental and substance use disorders bear a disproportionate burden of tobacco-related illness, disability, and premature death. This training explores the basis for widespread smoking in the recovering community and the bio-psycho-social aspects of tobacco use disorder. The basis of all recovery is hope and a belief that our current circumstances can be improved, managed, and overcome. Learning tobacco-free coping skills is safe, achievable, enhances physical and mental health, reduces social stigma, and contributes to long-term recovery.
Learning Objectives – participants will be able to:

Define the origin of prevailing tobacco-related social norms in the recovery and treatment culture.
Identify strategy to mobilize the recovery and treatment community to de-normalize tobacco use and support interventions tailored to individuals in behavioral health services.

ONLINE Tuesday, Feb 7 • 12 pm to 1 pm
FREE. Register online.

Free CE credit of 1.0 hour for AMA, ANCC, and LSW/LCW/LPC/LMFT will be offered to those who attend.
Requirements include attendance for the duration of the session and completion of a course evaluation provided at the end of the session.
ACCREDITATION
In support of improving patient care the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the health care team.
PHYSICIAN (CME)
The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
SOCIAL WORK (CEU)
Mercyhurst University’s Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is an approved provider of Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselor continuing education by the Pennsylvania State Licensing Board.

How States and Communities Can Better Support Military and Veteran Caregivers
2023-02-09 14:00 - 15:30
Three-part Series: December 13, 2022; January 12, 2023; February 9, 2023Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
Register Online
Part 3: February 9, 2023

Session 3 – Strengthening Community Supports and Promoting Financial Wellness for Military and Veteran Caregivers

Thursday, February 9, 2023, 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

Learning Objectives

Illustrate how states and communities can come together to support military and Veteran caregivers
Highlight the challenges caregivers face related to financial wellness and the resources available to help

Presenter

Shawn Moore, L.M.S.W., Founder, Executive Director, Caregivers on the Homefront; Program Manager, Financial Wellness, Elizabeth Dole Foundation

With over 5.5 million military and Veteran caregivers in the United States, the implementation of the newly released National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers is a critical step forward for those caring for our Nation’s wounded, ill, and injured service members and Veterans. Caregivers consistently experience worse health outcomes, greater challenges in family relationships, and increased difficulties in the workplace than non-caregivers. Military and Veteran caregivers are unique in that they tend to be younger and serve in caregiver roles longer than their civilian counterparts.

This learning community will provide participants an opportunity to learn in a small group and interactive setting. The objectives of this learning community are to (1) Discover a framework for supporting military and Veteran caregivers, (2) Examine how both paid and informal caregivers can be recognized and valued in the continuum of care, and (3) Identify resources available that are specifically tailored for military and Veteran caregivers.

The learning community will meet monthly for three sessions beginning in December 2022 via Zoom. Each session will feature an expert presentation with engaging group discussion incorporated throughout.

Recovery is Community: Differential Diagnosis with Complaints of Attention Problems
2023-02-10 12:00 - 13:00
Presented by Lisa May, Ph.D.
This presentation will review common differential diagnoses and symptom presentation for attention/focus patient complaints.
Learning Objectives – Participants will be able to:

·Identify common differential diagnoses when presented with patient complaint of attention problems.
·Identify some common screening tools that could be used to assist with diagnosis.
·Identify when referral for neuropsychological evaluation is recommended to assist with diagnosis.

FREE. Register online.
Free CE credit of 1.0 hour for AMA, ANCC, and LSW/LCW/LPC/LMFT will be offered to those who attend.
Requirements include attendance for the duration of the session and completion of a course evaluation provided at the end of the session.
ACCREDITATION
In support of improving patient care the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the health care team.
PHYSICIAN (CME)
The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
SOCIAL WORK (CEU)
Mercyhurst University’s Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is an approved provider of Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselor continuing education by the Pennsylvania State Licensing Board.

Recovery is Community: The PA Statewide Tobacco-Free Recovery Initiative
2023-02-21 12:00 - 13:00
Tuesday, Feb 21 • 12 pm to 1 pm
FREE. Register online.
Presented by Tony Klein, MPA, NCACII, & Katie Gassner, CTTS
Pennsylvanians who enter recovery from mental and substance use disorders deserve the best care possible. Over the years, we’ve learned that people who are offered evidenced-based tobacco interventions while in treatment for other addictions have better overall treatment outcomes compared to those who do not. Despite this understanding, tobacco use is often overlooked in the treatment setting and smoking remains a prime form of socialization in the recovering community. This training provides an overview of the Pennsylvania Statewide Tobacco-Free Recovery Initiative. Advancing a new normal supportive of tobacco interventions is achieved through an integrated, data-driven systems approach, community partnerships, and a strength-based, recovery-oriented perspective.
Learning Objectives – Participant will be able to:

Define the PA Statewide Tobacco-Free Recovery Initiative’s vision and mission.
Cite three strategies to advance evidence-based tobacco use disorder interventions within a recovery-oriented framework.

Free CE credit of 1.0 hour for AMA, ANCC, and LSW/LCW/LPC/LMFT will be offered to those who attend.
Requirements include attendance for the duration of the session and completion of a course evaluation provided at the end of the session.
ACCREDITATION
In support of improving patient care the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the health care team.
PHYSICIAN (CME)
The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
SOCIAL WORK (CEU)
Mercyhurst University’s Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is an approved provider of Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselor continuing education by the Pennsylvania State Licensing Board.

Caring for Veterans in Crisis: First Responder Summit
2023-02-22 08:30 - 12:00
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 EMTS participate in our First Responder Summit.
Presenters will share best practices to assist and treat Veterans in:
• Suicide Prevention
• Homeless Care
• Substance Use Disorder
Attendees will also receive information on resources and programs available to assist Veterans with:
• VA’s Whole Health Program – complimentary alternative medicine
• PACT Act Claims – navigating expanded VA health care
• Compensated Work Therapy – Additional employment resources
Speakers will discuss best practices for assisting and treating Veterans in need.
Register by February 21. Contact Jason Brown
at 814-860-2023 or jason.brown10@va.gov

QPR Training
2023-02-28 14:00 - 16:00
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.
Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, are higher than the national average. 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 an individual who can recognize a crisis and the warning signs of someone possibly contemplating suicide. Anyone can become a gatekeeper: parents. friends, neighbors, teachers, athletic coaches, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, etc. Gatekeepers come from all walks of life and do not require any prior training or education.
Tuesday, February 28, 20232:00 – 4:00 PMHosted by:American Legion Post 138419 W. Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749
Register to attend by calling: 878-208-8186 OR email patti.tanner@pitt.edu.
Download the flyer to print or share. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

Erie County Veterans Organizations: Lunch at the Legion
2023-03-07 12:00 - 14:00
Calling all veteran-focused community organizations!
Please join The Nonprofit Partnership, Bodhi Garden Initiative and The University of Pittsburgh’s Program Evaluation and Research Unit (PERU) on Tuesday, March 7th at 12:00 PM at the American Legion for a sector-specific convening.
Our goal is to bring community groups together to network and learn more about one another; share information and resources; determine needs; and create a plan for next steps.
This convening is meant for agencies with a focus towards veteran support. Is your organization completely veteran focused? You’re invited! Does your organization have a veteran-specific program? You’re invited!
Logistics:

This event is free; registration is required
Light lunch will be provided
Register online to secure your spot

American Legion Millcreek Post 773
4109 West 12th St.
Erie, PA 16505

Evaluating the Effects of Opioids and Benzodiazepines on All-Cause Mortality in Veterans
2023-03-09 09:00 - 12:00
March 9, 2023 | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET
Opioids and benzodiazepines are often prescribed to manage chronic pain. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has convened an expert committee to evaluate the effects of opioids and benzodiazepines on all-cause mortality of veterans, including suicide.The Committee to Evaluate the Effects of Opioids and Benzodiazepines on All-Cause Mortality of Veterans will hold a public session during its second meeting on March 9, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET, to include presentations on trends in opioid and benzodiazepine use, and data and study design considerations.The event will be accessible via live webcast, and there is limited capacity for in-person attendees on a first come, first served basis. Learn more and register on the event page.

QPR Training at Storm Harbor Equestrian Center
2023-03-09 18:00 - 20:00
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.
Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, are higher than the national average. 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 an individual who can recognize a crisis and the warning signs of someone possibly contemplating suicide. Anyone can become a gatekeeper: parents. friends, neighbors, teachers, athletic coaches, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, etc. Gatekeepers come from all walks of life and do not require any prior training or education.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
6:00-8:00 PM
Hosted by:
Storm Harbor Equestrian Center
245 Harmony Rd, Slippery Rock, PA 16057
Register to attend by calling: 878-208-8186 OR email patti.tanner@pitt.edu.
Download the flyer to print or share. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

Recovery is Community: Evaluation and Diagnosis of ADD in Adults
2023-03-10 12:00 - 13:00
Friday, Mar 10 • 12 pm to 1 pm
FREE. Register online.
Presented by Lisa May, Ph.D.
This presentation will review diagnostic criteria for adult ADD diagnoses and review neuropsychological evaluation processes as well as screening tools that can be used.
Learning Objectives – Upon completion of this session participants will be able to:

· Identify the DSM -5 diagnostic criteria for Attention Deficit Disorder.
· Identify elements of a neuropsychological evaluation for attention difficulties.
· Identify some common screening tools that can be helpful in identify possible diagnoses related to attention complaints.
·Identify at least 3 compensatory strategies to offer to patients that are not medication related.

Free CE credit of 1.0 hour for AMA, ANCC, and LSW/LCW/LPC/LMFT will be offered to those who attend.
Requirements include attendance for the duration of the session and completion of a course evaluation provided at the end of the session.
ACCREDITATION
In support of improving patient care the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the health care team.
PHYSICIAN (CME)
The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
SOCIAL WORK (CEU)
Mercyhurst University’s Department of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is an approved provider of Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselor continuing education by the Pennsylvania State Licensing Board.

A Case for Substance Use Recovery and Sobriety to Prevent Suicide
2023-03-21 15:00 - 16:00
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual Presentation
Presented By: Aimee Johnson Schenck, LCSW
Description: For those working in healthcare and behavioral health care settings, the opportunity to offer evidenced based treatments for substance use disorders and suicide is broad. This presentation will provide a basic understanding of the impact substance use and substance use disorders has in the United States, the connection to suicide risk and provide clear resources for individual providers, multidisciplinary teams, and organizations.

Women Veterans Conference
2023-03-24 - 2023-03-26
March is Women Veterans Month
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of PA is proud to sponsor the Women Veterans ConferenceMarch 24–26, 2023Pittsburgh, PAPittsburgh Marriott North, 100 Cranberry Woods Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Agenda Includes: Veterans Benefits and how to access proper health care and benefits for women; presentations by several women veterans’ advocacy groups; leadership seminars; a motivational speaker; networking and camaraderie and much more All women veterans in Pennsylvania are welcome to attend. You do not need to be a member of the VFW in order to attend.
Please join us for a weekend of fellowship, camaraderie, and informational workshops by, for, and about women veterans—and the issues that matter and impact them directly. Preregistration is required; please see the VFW Dept. of PA Website for forms and the tentative agenda, or contact Amy MacKenzie (info below).Final Registration 01/31/2023 (or until sold out)www.vfwpa.org (under the “resources” tab)
This event is organized by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Pennsylvania, with financial contributions from Districts, Posts, Auxiliaries, & Individuals.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of PA Women Veterans ChairpersonAmy MacKenzie717.575.3982 quartermaster@ephratavfw.org

Motivating Veterans to Engage in Substance Use Disorder Treatment
2023-03-28 12:30 - 14:00
Motivating Veterans to Engage in Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Tuesday, March 28th, 2023
9:30AM PST – 10:30AM MT – 12:30PM EST
Location:
Virtual Presentation
Presented By:
Alice Maynor, LCSW
Description:
Veterans are a unique population to treat for substance use and mental illness due to their background in the military. After ears of having strict structure, highly stressful career expectations, and rigorous back to back training, Veterans re-entering the civilian world can be a difficult challenge to overcome for most. Because of this, Veterans struggling with substance use disorder and PTSD often enter treatment extremely guarded and/or resistant to treatment, which can lead to them leaving treatment early. Substance abuse and PTSD are complex issues that require consistent care and commitment to healing for any population, but for Veterans, it’s important to understand the barriers that they face on a daily basis and how to help them overcome them.
Register online.

Working With Military Families & Their Unique Behavioral Health Needs
2023-04-13 09:00 - 11:00
This presentation will identify the unique behavioral health needs for military families. It will also provide techniques and interventions for the most effective ways to work with military families and how to support building resiliency.
Thursday, April 13, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM MDT – Online
Register online

Military Sexual Trauma Workshop at Slippery Rock University
2023-04-18 12:30 - 13:30
Slippery Rock University, in conjunction with the SRU Veteran’s Center and the Women’s Center, will host an open to the public workshop on sexual violence in the military on Tuesday, April 18 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm.
In-person attendees will meet at the Smith Student Center, Room 319, 107 W Central Loop, Slippery Rock, PA. A zoom link is available for those attending virtually: https://sru.zoom.us/meeting/93593768552
