Boardwalk in the ‘Burgh

Do you enjoy free food, live entertainment and activities for your kids – all while learning more about your VA benefits? Have we got an event for you – stop by our Boardwalk in the ‘Burgh on Friday, Aug. 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on our H.J. Heinz III campus. Stop in for: […]

Sober Summer Fun!

AUGUST 17, 2024, 11 am Sober Summer Fun! Please join us for a cornhole tournament, free school supplies, backpacks and other give away items! JOIN US FOR FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN! Woodcock Lake Park 23050 Woodcock Lake Park Shelter 3 Meadville PA This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. […]

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC) Suicide Prevention Training The Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course will describe the role of trauma in both risk for suicide behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. It is a one-hour virtual training primarily designed for those who work with people at risk for […]

Survivors of Suicide Bereavement Support Group

Are you grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide? Survivors of Suicide Bereavement Support Group Held the THIRD Tuesday of the month 5:00PM-6:00PM Mercer Area Library 110 E Venango St, Mercer, PA 16137 Must be at least 18 years old to attend Facilitators are peers who have been trained to help those with […]

Integrating Spiritual Supports for Veterans

Wednesday August 21, 2024: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. EST Presented by VA’s Homeless Programs Office, National Center on Homelessness among Veterans, in collaboration with VHA's Institute for Learning, Education and Development (ILEAD) Audience: Multidisciplinary staff serving Veterans at risk of homelessness or experiencing homelessness. Participants may include but are not limited to physicians, nurses, psychologists, […]

Tobacco, Nicotine and PTSD

Tobacco, Nicotine and PTSD Wednesday, August 21 at 2 pm ET Register online Tobacco use, and cigarette smoking in particular, is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. There have been significant declines in cigarette use in the general and Veteran populations, however the prevalence of tobacco use remains relatively high, especially […]

Caregiver Support Program: Setting Boundaries

Join the Caregiver Support Program this August The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out August's schedule below. Setting Boundaries Join August’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Setting Boundaries: Defining What is Best for You, the Caregiver. Calls […]

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. Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, […]

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC) Suicide Prevention Training The Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course will describe the role of trauma in both risk for suicide behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. It is a one-hour virtual training primarily designed for those who work with people at risk for […]

Butler County, PA Suicide Awareness Remembrance Rally

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month The Butler County Suicide Coalition is holding an event each week in September to remember those we have lost while raising awareness and sharing prevention resources. September 4, 2024: Suicide Awareness Remembrance Rally 5:00pm Diamond Park, Main St Butler PA. A time of support and remembrance for our community. […]

Butler County, PA Warrior Walk

Sunday, September 8th at 2pm Karns City Athletic Field In memory of Tyler J. Barger #beheretomorrow All money raised from the walk goes to iRise to Save Lives for suicide prevention, education, and awareness.

Butler, PA Community Mental Health Summit

SAVE THE DATE for the annual Butler VA Health Care System’s Mental Health Summit to be held on September 10. This year’s theme is “Stop the Stigma!” In-person attendance will be limited, but there will be an option to participate virtually. The event will be held at the Abie Abraham VA Health Care Center, Auditorium, […]