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SUMMARY:Mind-Body Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the American Red Cross for Introduction to Mind-Body Skills. This workshop teaches:\n• Breathing\n• Mindfulness Techniques\n• Stretching and Movement\n• Body Awareness and Functioning\n• Guided Imagery \nWhen: May 4th at 10am-11:30am\nWhere: American Red Cross Southwestern PA Chapter\, 2801 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh\, PA 15222 \nService members\, veterans and their families are taught how to improve their wellbeing through skills that connect the body with the mind. Attendees learn the foundational tools from which they can build a mind-body practice for themselves to reduce stress and improve personal wellness.\nWho Should Attend this Workshop?\no Active duty service members\no Service-separated (all types) and retired veterans\no Members of the Guard and Reserves\no Family members\, both dependent and non-dependent \nFor more information please email ryan.erdman@redcross.org
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-04-1000a/mind-body-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T160000
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SUMMARY:Cultural Considerations in DBT
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Considerations in DBT\nMay 8\, 2023 at 2 PM ET \nLearn more and register online \nDialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy recommended by the VA and Department of Defense (DoD) joint clinical practice guidelines for the treatment and management of suicidality to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD) and self-directed violence. DBT training has not yet been rolled out nationally to VA facilities\, though VA mental health providers have identified it as a high priority for future training needs. Adaptations of DBT and other interventions to the culturally diverse needs of the patient population are known to improve treatment engagement and effectiveness. This webinar will review the existing literature on cultural considerations in DBT and provide clinical recommendations designed to improve clinician cultural competency and clinical outcomes in a diverse patient population. \nFollowing this live lecture\, participants will be able to:\n\nIdentify the patient populations with whom DBT has been shown to be effective.\nDescribe the Biosocial Theory of BPD.\nDescribe the existing literature on cultural adaptations to DBT.\nRecommend cultural adaptations to DBT implementation.\n\nPRESENTER INFORMATION\nMeredith Sears\, Ph.D.\n\n\n\n \nMeredith Sears\, Ph.D.\, is a Suicide Prevention Coordinator at the San Francisco VA; a consultant for the national dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) training roll-out in VA’s Suicide Prevention 2.0 program; a Health Sciences Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California\, San Francisco; and the president of the Greater San Francisco Bay Area chapter board of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. From 2016 to 2023\, Dr. Sears also served as the co-lead and training coordinator of the San Francisco VA DBT program.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-08-200p/cultural-considerations-in-dbt/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T140000
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CREATED:20240125T155152Z
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UID:2585-1715346000-1715349600@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC)
DESCRIPTION:INTEGRATING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE INTO SUICIDE RESPONSE (ITIC) \nSuicide Prevention Training \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nTrainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually\, via Zoom. \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention\nCall: 878-208-8186\nEmail: pag109@pitt.edu\nSIGN-UP TODAY!\nhttps://tinyurl.com/4p6kamf7 \nUpcoming ITIC Training Sessions:\n• Friday\, May 10th \, 2024 from 1:00-2:00 PM
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-10-100p/integrating-trauma-informed-care-into-suicide-response-itic-5/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T130000
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SUMMARY:QPR + CALM Training
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nPennsylvania 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. \nClick on the image to download. You can access the registration online. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration. \nWe look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-14-1000a/qpr-calm-training-23/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T190000
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SUMMARY:Join the Caregiver Support Program
DESCRIPTION:Join the Caregiver Support Program \nThe 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. \nCalls will be held on the following dates and times: \nWednesday\, May 15 at 7 p.m. ET\nWednesday\, May 22 at 3 p.m. ET \nTo 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. \nReach Out to Your Caregiver Support Team! \nEvery 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.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-15-700p/join-the-caregiver-support-program/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T153000
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SUMMARY:SAFE Project | SAFE Veterans
DESCRIPTION:SAFE Project | SAFE Veterans\nDate: May 16\, 2024Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET\nLearning Objectives\n\nDiscover workshops geared toward supporting military families and caregivers\nLearn 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\nUnderstand how the SAFE Project is working to promote wellness among those who serve and their family members\n\nPresenters\n\nKelly Niedzwiecki\, M.M.A.S.\, Senior Director of SAFE Veterans\, SAFE Project\nLeslie Plaia\, M.Ed.\, Executive Director\, Substance Use and Behavioral Health\, SAFE Project\n\nRegister online
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-16-200p/safe-project-safe-veterans/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T020752
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SUMMARY:Join the Caregiver Support Program
DESCRIPTION:Join the Caregiver Support Program \nThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is excited to continue virtual events for caregivers of Veterans. \nA call will be held on Wednesday\, May 22 at 3 p.m. ET \nTo 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. \nReach Out to Your Caregiver Support Team! \nEvery 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.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-22-300p/join-the-caregiver-support-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T020752
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UID:2552-1716541200-1716552000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:QPR + CALM Training
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nPennsylvania 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. \nClick on the image to download. You can access the registration online. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration. \nWe look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session!
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-05-24-900a/qpr-calm-training-24/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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