The Resilient Veteran

July Caregiver Support Program
2024-07-17 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join the Caregiver Support Program this July
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out July’s schedule below.

Roles in Relationships
Join July’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Dual Caregivers: Surviving and Conquering the Challenges. Caregivers doing the brave work of caring for a Veteran and a child will benefit from these sessions. Caring for both Veterans and children requires special attention and support. Calls will be held on the following dates and times:

Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. ET
Wednesday, July 23 at 3 p.m. ET

To listen to the CSL monthly education calls, dial +1 347-566-4838 Conference ID: 521 546 087#. Caregivers who are unable to listen to the calls can access presentations on the CSL webpage.
Reach Out to Your Caregiver Support Team!
Every VA facility has a Caregiver Support Team (CST). CST’s provide support and service referrals, and valuable information about resources to help you stay informed and supported as you care for your Veteran. Contact your local CST to learn about more events happening in your area.
Sincerely,
Your Caregiver Support Team

QPR + CALM Training
2024-07-17 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.
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.
You can access the registration online. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

Survivors of Suicide Bereavement Support Group
2024-07-16 17:00 - 18:00
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 a loss by suicide and want to help others cope with the loss of loved ones.
For more information contact Anna @ Mercer County Behavioral Health 724-662-1550 EXT. 190

Safety Resources and Skills for Staff who Provide Clinical Related Care in the Community
2024-07-16 15:00 - 16:00
Safety Resources and Skills for Staff who Provide Clinical Related Care in the Community
Wednesday, July 16, 2024: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 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)
Add webinar to your calendar
Presenters:

Dina Hooshyar, MD, MPH, Director, National Center on Homelessness among Veterans, Veterans Affairs Homeless Programs Office

Bridget Truman, PhD, Associate Director, Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior, WVPP, OMHSP Asheville, NC

Michal Wilson, MD, Senior Medical Advisor, Veterans Affairs Homeless Programs Office

Audience: Multidisciplinary staff serving Veterans at risk of homelessness or experiencing homelessness. Participants may include but are not limited to physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, counselors, case managers, housing specialists, peer specialists, occupational therapists, team leaders, supervisors, addiction specialists, and Network Homeless Coordinators.
Modality: Virtual conference (webinar)
Credit/hours: 1
Accreditations: ACCME, ACCME-NP, ANCC, AOTA, APA, ASWB, NBCC, ADA, NYSED, SW, CRCC
Overview:
Providing clinical related services to Veterans in the community as opposed to the hospital or clinic environment has its unique staff safety related situations. The purpose of this webinar is to provide education about mitigating and managing these situations. The goal of this training is to review local workplace violence prevention resources and how to leverage these resources to enhance safety for services delivered in a community setting.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this educational session, learners will be able to:

Describe the mission and role of the Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers’ Disruptive Behavior Committee, including its membership and their roles.
Explain the purpose of VA’s Disruptive Behavior Reporting System (DBRS), how to access and use it, and how information that is entered into DBRS is utilized to address safety concerns.
Identify VA’s mandated trainings for VA staff who provide services in the community.
Describe safety skills for staff who provide clinical related care in the community.

Registration: To receive credit for attending, VA employees need to register in TMS before the training begins:
To find a course when logging into TMS:
Go to Learning, scroll down to My Learning, type in Course # and Title
VA TMS 131012729/ BIS 20930.53768 Safety Resources and Skills for Staff who Provide Clinical Related Care in the Community
Be sure to click Register Now rather than Assign to Me or Start Course
If you are external to the VA or Non VA staff you must have a registered TRAIN account AND register for todays training in TRAIN PRIOR to commencing training, failure to do so will result in CEUs not being awarded.
If you do not have a TRAIN account please click the link: https://vha.train.org.
VA staff register here
Non-VA staff Register here
For questions with TMS/TRAIN registration, please contact clarice.lewis@va.gov or lee.furry@va.gov
For audio, please use computer and connect audio through the TEAMS speakers
For more information on education opportunities, please email Derrick Crowley, Management Analyst, Derrick.crowley@va.gov
The National Center on Homelessness among Veterans promotes the development of policy and practice that targets ending and preventing Veteran homelessness through supporting the implementation of relevant research findings into clinical practice, providing education and training for VA and community partners, disseminating evidence-based and emerging best practices and developing new empirical knowledge.
To learn more, visit our Center Education and Training Website

VAPHS Veterans Town Halls on the Move and Resource Fairs
2024-07-15 15:00 - 18:00
VAPHS Veterans Town Halls on the Move and Resource Fairs
3 p.m. Town Hall
Get important updates and hear from VAPHS and VBA leadership and other VA representatives. Our town halls are part of our ongoing effort to use your feedback to improve VA care.
4-6 p.m. Resource Fair
Talk to subject matter experts about programs and services for Veterans, including VA Whole Health, VA benefits, vocational rehabilitation, and much, much more!
Washington County – July 15
Elks Lodge #776
135 East Maiden Street
Washington, PA 15301
Westmoreland County – July 23
Youngwood Volunteer Fire Department
104 South 2nd Street
Youngwood, PA 15697
Belmont County – July 25
Ohio Valley Mall
Community Room
67800 Mall Road
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Fayette County – July 31
Morrell Volunteer Fire Department
1232 University Drive
Dunbar, PA 15431

Butler, PA Vet Fest
2024-07-13 10:00 - 14:00
Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 10am-2pm
Abie Abraham VA Clinic, Butler PA
Special thanks to the Butler VA Center for Development & Civic Engagement for sponsoring this event.
Veterans of all service eras and their families are invited to attend to learn more about Butler VA programs and services, such as the PACT Act and enroll on-site in VA health care.
A special tribute and giveaways will be available for Post 9/11 Veterans.
Facility tours, on-site registration, kids activities, local Veteran Service Organizations, and more will be available to all Veterans and their families.
Call 724-477-5010 for any questions.

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)
2024-07-12 12:00 - 13:00
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 suicide, such as health care providers and social service professionals.
The curriculum covers the role of trauma in suicide risk, the SAMHSA principles of trauma informed care, as well as specific trauma informed strategies to utilize with survivors of suicide.
Trainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually, via Zoom.
Funded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention
Call: 878-208-8186
Email: pag109@pitt.edu
SIGN-UP TODAY!
https://tinyurl.com/4p6kamf7
Upcoming ITIC Training Sessions:

Friday, July 12th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, August 16th, 2024 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday, August 19th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM

Suicide Prevention: The Impact of Peer Support
2024-07-10 14:00 - 16:00
Suicide Prevention: The Impact of Peer Support
July 10, 2024 • 2:00pm ET
The structure of peer support and its impact within the suicide prevention team can influence positive outcomes in the Veteran population, many of whom are high-risk. Crystal Tabor, Lead Peer Specialist, will share the duties/role of peer support specific to the suicide prevention team and methods utilized to assist Veterans with engagement in care, community inclusion, and outreach efforts.
Following this live lecture, participants will be able to:

Describe the role and structure of peer support in suicide prevention.
Discuss the benefits of peer support and its impact on the suicide prevention team
Review peer support methods utilized to assist Veterans with treatment engagement.

PRESENTER INFORMATION
Crystal Tabor, Lead Peer Specialist
Crystal Tabor is a Lead Peer Specialist who mentors a team of 12 peers at Eastern Colorado VA Health Care System. A Post-911 Veteran who served first as a PATRIOT missile crewmember and then as a combat medic in the U.S. Army, Crystal uses her lived experience to also provide direct care to Veterans both on the Suicide Prevention Team and on the Golden CBOC Mental Health Clinic Team. Crystal has worked for the VA for 16 years, starting in Austin, Texas, and now at Eastern Colorado, where she plans to continue her career for the foreseeable future.
This course is jointly offered by the Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention and the Veterans Health Administration Employee Education System. Please forward this note to other VHA employees who might also be interested in this learning opportunity.

July Caregiver Support Program
2024-07-09 10:00 - 11:00
Join the Caregiver Support Program this July
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out July’s schedule below.

Roles in Relationships
Join July’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Dual Caregivers: Surviving and Conquering the Challenges. Caregivers doing the brave work of caring for a Veteran and a child will benefit from these sessions. Caring for both Veterans and children requires special attention and support. Calls will be held on the following dates and times:

Tuesday, July 9 at 10 a.m. ET
Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. ET
Wednesday, July 23 at 3 p.m. ET

To listen to the CSL monthly education calls, dial +1 347-566-4838 Conference ID: 521 546 087#. Caregivers who are unable to listen to the calls can access presentations on the CSL webpage.
Reach Out to Your Caregiver Support Team!
Every VA facility has a Caregiver Support Team (CST). CST’s provide support and service referrals, and valuable information about resources to help you stay informed and supported as you care for your Veteran. Contact your local CST to learn about more events happening in your area.
Sincerely,
Your Caregiver Support Team

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)
2024-07-08 12:00 - 13:00
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 suicide, such as health care providers and social service professionals.
The curriculum covers the role of trauma in suicide risk, the SAMHSA principles of trauma informed care, as well as specific trauma informed strategies to utilize with survivors of suicide.
Trainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually, via Zoom.
Funded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention
Call: 878-208-8186
Email: pag109@pitt.edu
SIGN-UP TODAY!
https://tinyurl.com/4p6kamf7
Upcoming ITIC Training Sessions:

Monday, July 8th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, July 12th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, August 16th, 2024 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday, August 19th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)
2024-06-28 12:00 - 13:00
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 suicide, such as health care providers and social service professionals.
The curriculum covers the role of trauma in suicide risk, the SAMHSA principles of trauma informed care, as well as specific trauma informed strategies to utilize with survivors of suicide.
Trainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually, via Zoom.
Funded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention
Call: 878-208-8186
Email: pag109@pitt.edu
SIGN-UP TODAY!
https://tinyurl.com/4p6kamf7
Upcoming ITIC Training Sessions:

Friday, June 28th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Monday, July 8th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, July 12th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, August 16th, 2024 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday, August 19th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM

Conversations on the Past, Present, and Future: LGBTQIA+ in Service and Beyond
2024-06-27 18:00 - 20:00
Join PsychArmor Thursday June 27th at 6 PM ET for an engaging conversation on the past, present, and future of the LGBTQIA+ community in service and beyond. Moderated by Duane France, the host of PsychArmor’s “Behind the Mission” podcast, this event will feature exceptional panelists including Allison Jaslow, CEO of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America; Larry Hetu-Robert, Services Manager and Veteran Liaison, and Arrianna Auva’a, Programs, Grant and Media Certified Veterans Service Officer, who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community, Veterans, and subject matter experts. We are excited to present this webcast to a diverse audience of community members, allies, healthcare providers, and more. This initiative is driven by the Michigan Governor’s Challenge and is offered in partnership with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) and Humana.
Register online

VAPHS Veterans Town Halls on the Move and Resource Fairs
2024-06-27 16:00 - 18:00
VAPHS Veterans Town Halls on the Move and Resource Fairs
3 p.m. Town Hall
Get important updates and hear from VAPHS and VBA leadership and other VA representatives. Our town halls are part of our ongoing effort to use your feedback to improve VA care.

4-6 p.m. Resource Fair
Talk to subject matter experts about programs and services for Veterans, including VA Whole Health, VA benefits, vocational rehabilitation, and much, much more!
Beaver County – June 27
Economy Volunteer Fire
Department Banquet Hall
3308 Conway Wallrose Road
Sewickley, PA 15143
Washington County – July 15
Elks Lodge #776
135 East Maiden Street
Washington, PA 15301
Westmoreland County – July 23
Youngwood Volunteer Fire Department
104 South 2nd Street
Youngwood, PA 15697
Belmont County – July 25
Ohio Valley Mall
Community Room
67800 Mall Road
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Fayette County – July 31
Morrell Volunteer Fire Department
1232 University Drive
Dunbar, PA 15431

Caregiver Support Line
2024-06-26 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-06-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-06-04 10:00 - 11:00
Join the Caregiver Support Program this June
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out June’s schedule below.

Find Time to Take Care of You
Join May’s VA Caregiver Support Line (CSL) Monthly Educational Calls for Balance in the Eye of the Storm: Self-Care when Caring for a Loved One with Mental Health Concerns. Calls will be held on the following dates and times:

Tuesday, June 4 at 10 a.m. ET
Wednesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. ET
Wednesday, June 26 at 3 p.m. ET

To listen to the CSL monthly education calls, dial +1 347-566-4838 Conference ID: 521 546 087#. Caregivers who are unable to listen to the calls can access presentations on the CSL webpage.
Reach Out to Your Caregiver Support Team!
Every VA facility has a Caregiver Support Team (CST). CST’s provide support and service referrals, and valuable information about resources to help you stay informed and supported as you care for your Veteran. Contact your local CST to learn about more events happening in your area.

Promoting Suicide Prevention Among American Indian Service Members, Veterans, and their Families
2024-06-26 14:00 - 15:30
Date: June 26, 2024
Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
Register online
Overview
Hosted by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, this listening session seeks input from American Indian/Alaska Native Service Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF), and community leaders serving this population.
Listening Session Goals

Better understand the views and concerns of tribal communities and find ways to build a strong tribal program for suicide prevention
Ensure representation and elevate Indigenous knowledge throughout all aspects of program planning and implementation

Understanding the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
2024-06-18 12:00 - 13:30
Learn about the most widespread standardized suicide assessment tool, the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS), a science-driven screening model to accurately assess suicidality, determine the risk level, and offer appropriate support.
Learn from the developer of the tool, Dr. Kelly Posner Gerstenhaber, Ph.D., clinical professor of medical psychology at Columbia University. She is the director of The Columbia Lighthouse Project, a nonprofit with a mission to teach the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) to therapists and clinicians. Dr. Posner will delve into the research behind the C-SSRS tool and offer practical insights on its implementation.
Join us on Zoom: Tuesday, June 18, 2024, 12:00–1:30 PM EDT/ 9:00–10:30 am PDT.
Register online
The seminar is free of charge. There is a CE credit processing fee of $30 for those seeking CE credit (see accreditation statement below).
This event is tailored to mental health professionals dedicated to suicide prevention and seeking to bolster their expertise in suicide risk assessment. Additionally, we extend our invitation to companies, organizations, and government entities committed to disseminating vital information on suicide prevention strategies.
Together, let us take proactive steps toward lowering the rates of suicide. We look forward to your participation in this informative workshop.

Cultural Considerations for People at Risk for Suicide
2024-06-12 14:00 - 15:00
June 12 2024 2:00 ET
Presenter: Shannon Brown, LPC
Learn more and register

There is a need for staff to be aware of their own biases when providing care to Veterans, especially those at risk for suicide. As suicide rates remain high, engaging in mental health care can be a protective factor for these Veterans. By learning the cultural characteristics to consider, staff can gain competency and skills in providing inclusive, mindful, and equitable care for those they serve.

Following this live lecture, participants will be able to:

Summarize the impact of biases on patient care.
Describe the prevalence of suicide amongst diverse populations
Identify considerations in clinical care for diverse populations

Shannon Brown, LPC
Shannon Brown is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and has been a Suicide Prevention Coordinator at the Erie, PA, Medical Center for the last seven years. She’s a member of the Erie VAMC Diversity and Inclusion Committee and on the subject matter expert panel for the Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (OMHSP) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee. She possesses extensive expertise in public speaking and presenting on topics related to mental health, suicide prevention, and culture.

QPR + CALM Training
2024-06-11 12:30 - 15:30
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.
CALM_flyer_Q22024-2 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. You can access the registration online. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

Erie, PA VA Women Veterans Health and Wellness Expo
2024-06-08 11:00 - 15:00
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Zem Zem Shrine Club (2525 W 38th St., Erie, PA 16506)
All women Veterans invited! Meet with your Erie VA Women’s Health Program team and community women organizations to learn about the women’s health services available.
Please join us to honor our Women Veterans and enjoy:
• Multiple Vendors
• Chair Massages
• Light Snacks
• Photo Booth
Please RSVP to the Women’s Health Program at 814-860-2907.

Reconnection Workshop
2024-06-08 10:00 - 11:30
Join the American Red Cross for Reconnection Workshop: Stress Solutions. Stress Solutions is a module designed to help service members, veterans and military families learn the benefits of healthy stress, recognize when stress is unhealthy and know what steps to take to effectively manage stress over the long term.
When: June 8th at 10am-11:30am
Where: Southwestern PA Chapter, 2801 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15222
A free and confidential program from the American Red Cross, Reconnection Workshops help service members, veterans and their families returning home to friends, jobs and their communities. Skill-enhancing modules are offered in small groups, and participants can choose from a variety of topics, such as:
• Dealing with stress
• Communicating clearly
• Managing conflict
• Coping with depression
• Supporting children
For more information please email ryan.erdman@redcross.org

QPR + CALM Training
2024-06-04 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-14 10:00 - 13:00
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 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. You can access the registration online. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration.
We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)
2024-06-03 12:00 - 13:00
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 suicide, such as health care providers and social service professionals.
The curriculum covers the role of trauma in suicide risk, the SAMHSA principles of trauma informed care, as well as specific trauma informed strategies to utilize with survivors of suicide.
Trainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually, via Zoom.
Funded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention
Call: 878-208-8186
Email: pag109@pitt.edu
SIGN-UP TODAY!
https://tinyurl.com/4p6kamf7
Upcoming ITIC Training Sessions:

Monday, June 3rd, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, June 28th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Monday, July 8th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, July 12th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM
Friday, August 16th, 2024 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday, August 19th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00 PM

Join the Caregiver Support Program
2024-05-22 15:00 - 16:00
Join the Caregiver Support Program
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans.
A call will be held on Wednesday, May 22 at 3 p.m. ET
To listen to the CSL monthly education calls, dial +1 347-566-4838 Conference ID: 521 546 087#. Caregivers who are unable to listen to the calls can access presentations on the CSL webpage.
Reach Out to Your Caregiver Support Team!
Every VA facility has a Caregiver Support Team (CST). CST’s provide support and service referrals, and valuable information about resources to help you stay informed and supported as you care for your Veteran. Contact your local CST to learn about more events happening in your area.

SAFE Project | SAFE Veterans
2024-05-16 14:00 - 15:30
SAFE Project | SAFE Veterans
Date: May 16, 2024Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET
Learning Objectives

Discover workshops geared toward supporting military families and caregivers
Learn how the Stop the Addiction Fatality Epidemic (SAFE) Project is working with civilian and Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals to educate on opioids and discuss alternatives
Understand how the SAFE Project is working to promote wellness among those who serve and their family members

Presenters

Kelly Niedzwiecki, M.M.A.S., Senior Director of SAFE Veterans, SAFE Project
Leslie Plaia, M.Ed., Executive Director, Substance Use and Behavioral Health, SAFE Project

Register online

Join the Caregiver Support Program
2024-05-15 19:00 - 20:00
Join the Caregiver Support Program
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. Check out May’s schedule below.
Calls will be held on the following dates and times:
Wednesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. ET
Wednesday, May 22 at 3 p.m. ET
To listen to the CSL monthly education calls, dial +1 347-566-4838 Conference ID: 521 546 087#. Caregivers who are unable to listen to the calls can access presentations on the CSL webpage.
Reach Out to Your Caregiver Support Team!
Every VA facility has a Caregiver Support Team (CST). CST’s provide support and service referrals, and valuable information about resources to help you stay informed and supported as you care for your Veteran. Contact your local CST to learn about more events happening in your area.

INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)
2024-05-10 13:00 - 14:00
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 suicide, such as health care providers and social service professionals.
The curriculum covers the role of trauma in suicide risk, the SAMHSA principles of trauma informed care, as well as specific trauma informed strategies to utilize with survivors of suicide.
Trainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually, via Zoom.
Funded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention
Call: 878-208-8186
Email: pag109@pitt.edu
SIGN-UP TODAY!
https://tinyurl.com/4p6kamf7
Upcoming ITIC Training Sessions:
• Friday, May 10th , 2024 from 1:00-2:00 PM
