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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T163000
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SUMMARY:2025 Winter Wonderland: Clarion County Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:In-Person :: 2-hour :: Free Family Event \nA countywide resource fair at the Clarion Mall with family activities and giveaways: SANTA\, dinner\, bounce houses\, free raffle\, and balloon animals. Registration opens at mall entrances at 4:15 p.m. No income guidelines. \nMany families of Veterans look for supportive community events heading into the holidays; this fair can help connect households with local resources and lighthearted stress relief. \nLocation:Clarion Mall \nSchedule: \n\n4:15 PM – Registration opens (mall entrances)\n4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Resource fair open\n6:00 PM – Raffle drawing\n\nMore information:Email: heather.beshaw@uhsinc.com\, dthorpe@family-psych.org\, jbowser@anrinfo.org \nHeads up: we’re sharing this as a courtesy for Veterans and their families who may find it useful. Details come from the organizer and can change; this listing isn’t managed by The Resilient Veteran.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-02-430p/2025-winter-wonderland-clarion-county-resource-fair-20251202-1630/
CATEGORIES:Clarion County,Family-friendly,Featured Partner Event,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T102022
CREATED:20251014T204534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T162739Z
UID:4121-1764837000-1764952200@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Sponsored By Erie Drug and Alcohol
DESCRIPTION:Training Details \nDuration2 Days (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM each day) \nCostFree \nApprovalsThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nQuantity14 hours CE \nProviderPitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor \nErie County Drug and Alcohol is sponsoring this training which will occur in the Human Services Building\, Floor 2:  154 West 9th Street\, Floor 2\, Erie\, PA 16501\n \nAudience \nOpen to all community members\, Veterans and their families\, and practitioners across healthcare\, behavioral health\, social services\, education\, first response\, and peer support. \nDescription \nASIST is a two-day\, in-person workshop that teaches a structured intervention model for suicide first aid. Through brief lectures\, video examples\, coached practice\, and supervised simulations\, participants learn to recognize invitations and warning signs\, ask directly about suicide\, and build a collaborative safety plan that connects the person to ongoing supports. The workshop uses a standardized format from LivingWorks\, with trained facilitators who create a safe learning environment for people with varied roles and lived experience. Skills apply across home\, workplace\, and clinical settings\, including support for Veterans and their families. By the end of the workshop\, participants can organize risk information\, strengthen reasons for living\, map resources\, and plan follow-up. ASIST has decades of evaluation and is widely used by health systems\, community organizations\, and first responders. The focus is practical\, repeatable steps that improve confidence and effectiveness. \nOutcomes\nParticipants increase self-efficacy\, improve collaborative safety-planning skills\, and strengthen coordination with family\, peers\, and providers for ongoing support. \nLearning Objectives \n\nAnalyze risk and safety information to understand immediate needs.\nDemonstrate the ASIST intervention model in a simulated interaction.\nDevelop listening and questioning skills that identify person-centered motivations to “turn” individuals toward the future\, life\, and support.\nIntegrate family\, peers\, and community resources into ongoing support.\nEvaluate next steps and arrange active follow-up and warm handoffs.\n\nRegister Now \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-04-830a/4121/
LOCATION:154 West 9th Street\, Floor 2\, Erie\, PA 16501\, 40 W 11th St\, SUITE B-050\, Erie\, PA\, 16501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Erie County,In-person,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T102022
CREATED:20251124T162503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T162503Z
UID:4197-1765360800-1765378800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suds of Love Free Laundry Day (Mercer County)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person :: 5-hour :: Free Service \nCarelon is covering the cost of self-service washers\, dryers\, detergent\, and fabric softener. Bring your clothes; the rest is provided at no charge. \nFree laundry days help stretch household budgets\, helping Veteran and all families manage tight finances. \nLocation:\nSharon Coin Laundry\n149 South Irvine Avenue\, Sharon\, PA 16146 \nSchedule: \n\n10:00 AM – Services available\n3:00 PM – Services end\n\nMore information:\nOrganizer: Carelon\nWebsite: https://pa.carelon.com \nHeads up: we’re sharing this as a courtesy for Veterans and their families who may find it useful. Details come from the organizer and can change; this listing isn’t managed by The Resilient Veteran.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-10-1000a/suds-of-love-free-laundry-day-mercer-county-20251210-1000/
CATEGORIES:Featured Partner Event,In-person,Mercer County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T102022
CREATED:20251120T174107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T174107Z
UID:4188-1765377000-1765380600@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM)
DESCRIPTION:Training Details \nDuration1 hour \nCostFree \nApprovalsThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nQuantity1 hour CE \nProviderPitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor \nAudience \nOpen to all community members\, Veterans and their families\, and practitioners across healthcare\, behavioral health\, social services\, education\, first response\, and peer support. \nDescription \nNote: Consider registering for the QPR training offered immediately before this session\, as it complements CALM. \nCALM teaches respectful\, practical ways to reduce access to lethal means\, especially firearms and medications\, during periods of suicide risk. The session covers when lethal-means counseling is indicated\, how to introduce the topic\, and how to plan safe storage options that fit a person’s values and daily reality. \nParticipants practice language for collaborative problem-solving and learn how to coordinate with families and care teams. The goal is simple\, safer environments for Veterans and all community members while risk is elevated\, with clear next steps for follow-up and return to usual storage when the crisis has passed. Proposed firearm safety solutions respect individuals’ dignity and their second amendment rights. \n \nOutcomesParticipants gain confidence initiating lethal-means conversations\, identify feasible storage options\, and coordinate follow-up with families and care teams to sustain safety. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify when lethal-means counseling is indicated.\nExplain storage options for firearms and medications during elevated risk.\nDemonstrate respectful language that aligns with personal values and legal considerations.\nApply a short safety plan that includes storage\, monitoring\, and follow-up.\nCollaborate with families and providers to review and adjust the plan over time.\n\nRegister Now \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-10-230p/counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means-training-calm-20251210-1430/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T102022
CREATED:20250926T185341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T191729Z
UID:4024-1765720800-1765735200@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:In-Person :: 4-hour :: Free Event \nJoin us for an afternoon of camaraderie\, food\, desserts\, and prizes at the West Middlesex VFW Post 6233. This event is hosted by the Community Action Partnership of Mercer County and the West Middlesex VFW. \nAll Veterans\, spouses\, and families are welcome to attend and celebrate the holiday season together in a spirit of community and appreciation. \nWhy It Matters:\nHolidays can be difficult for many\, especially Veterans and their families. This gathering offers connection\, shared joy\, and a reminder that no one celebrates alone. Events like these strengthen community ties and honor those who have served. \nRSVP by December 5\, 2025: Contact Lori Johnson\, Director of Planning & Development\, Community Action Partnership of Mercer County\, at ljohnson@capmercer.org or call 724-979-2276. \nLocation: West Middlesex VFW Post 6233\, 3747 New Castle Road\, West Middlesex\, PA 16159.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-14-200p/veterans-christmas-party/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,In-person,Mercer County,Veterans
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T102022
CREATED:20251120T174000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T174000Z
UID:4189-1765803600-1765810800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Training Details \nDuration2 hours \nCostFree \nApprovalsThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nQuantity2 hours CE \nProviderPitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor \nAudience \nOpen to all community members\, Veterans and their families\, and practitioners across healthcare\, behavioral health\, social services\, education\, first response\, and peer support. \nDescription \nNote: Consider registering for the CALM training offered immediately after this session\, as it complements QPR. \nQPR teaches practical skills that help you become an effective “gatekeeper” who notices warning signs\, starts a caring conversation\, and connects someone to help. You will learn the three core actions: \n\nQuestion: Initiate a compassionate conversation to explore the individual’s thoughts and feelings about suicide.\nPersuade: Encourage the person to seek and accept professional help.\nRefer: Connect the individual with the proper resources and support services.\n\nConcepts are reinforced with clear examples that fit daily life at home\, in clinics\, and in community settings. The training aligns with best practices\, including asking directly about suicide\, using non-stigmatizing language\, and linking to 988 and local resources. Because suicide affects many groups\, including Veterans and their families\, QPR builds confidence to act early\, reduce risk\, and support safety while professional care is arranged. \nOutcomes\nParticipants grow comfortable asking directly about suicide\, increase accuracy recognizing clues and warning signs\, and improve the speed and quality of referrals to crisis and community care\, including 988 and local providers. \nLearning Objectives \n\nRecognize common verbal\, behavioral\, and situational warning signs of suicide\nDifferentiate helpful from unhelpful language when asking about suicide.\nDemonstrate the QPR steps to encourage help-seeking and hope.\nApply a brief referral plan that links to 988 and local resources.\nCollaborate with family\, peers\, and providers to support short-term safety.\n\nRegister Now \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-15-100p/question-persuade-refer-qpr-20251215-1300/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T102022
CREATED:20251124T163532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T163532Z
UID:4195-1766080800-1766084400@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wellness Workshop: Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder (Butler County)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person :: 1-hour :: Free Workshop \nDiscussion on coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder and practical strategies to support mental health during winter. Free and open to all; coffee/tea and light snacks provided. Seating is limited; registration is for seating only. \nVeterans and their families may feel winter mood shifts more acutely after service or during transitions. Consider joining this session for straightforward tools and peer connections if you are among those affected. \nLocation:\nWorthington–West Franklin Community Library (Butler County\, PA) \nSchedule: \n\n6:00 PM – Workshop begins\n7:00 PM – Workshop ends\n\nMore information:\nCall for seating registration: 724-297-3762 \nHeads up: we’re sharing this as a courtesy for Veterans and their families who may find it useful. Details come from the organizer and can change; this listing isn’t managed by The Resilient Veteran.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-18-600p/winter-wellness-workshop-managing-seasonal-affective-disorder-nami-butler-worthington-west-franklin-library-20251218-1800/
CATEGORIES:Butler County,Featured Partner Event,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T102022
CREATED:20250926T194102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T194311Z
UID:4044-1766422800-1766428200@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Mercer County Survivors of Suicide Bereavement Support Group
DESCRIPTION:In-Person :: 1.5-hour :: Free Support Group \nThe Survivors of Suicide Bereavement Support Group in Mercer County provides a safe and compassionate space for those grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide. Facilitators are trained to help participants cope with suicide loss and find healing through shared experiences. \nWhy It Matters:\nGrief after suicide can feel isolating. This group helps survivors build resilience\, reduce stigma\, and connect with others who understand the challenges of suicide bereavement. \nLocation: Hermitage City Building\, Room 301\, 800 North Hermitage Rd\, Hermitage\, PA 16148. \nEligibility: Must be at least 18 years old to attend. \nMore Information: Contact Anna at Mercer County Behavioral Health\, 724-662-1550 ext. 190.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-12-22-500p/mercer-county-survivors-of-suicide-bereavement-support-group-4/
CATEGORIES:In-person,Mercer County
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