Event Date/Time: August 29, 2024, 10:00–11:30 amInstructor(s): Lindsay DuttonMany of us go into the human services field because we have an immense passion for helping others and serving our communities. […]

Event Date/Time: September 18, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 amInstructor(s): Kelli Downey, Trauma Informed Care Trainer and ConsultantTo provide trauma-informed crisis support, staying regulated is crucial. This training explores strategies and […]

Event Date/Time: September 20, 2024, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (lunch 12:00 - 1:00 pm)Instructor(s): Jennifer Cork, LCSWThis training is for mental health providers and contains information about neurodivergent diagnoses, the social model of disability, lack of access to treatment for neurodivergent populations in the mental health system, treatment strategies, and resources for continued study.Participants […]

Event Date/Time: September 26, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 amInstructor: Melissa Ballard-Batiste, LCSWCan food impact mood or is it all hype?  What about the impact of your gut health on mood? In this presentation, we will discuss listening to your body and supporting your mood using nutrition.Our trainers provide digital copies of materials and automated captions […]

Event Date/Time: October 2, 2024, 10:00–11:30 amInstructor(s): Jennie Heidrick and Lindsay DuttonThis workshop is for anyone in a support role caring for people with disabilities of any age.  Using person-centered practices, we will explore how to support someone during self-care tasks and activities such as preparing meals, housework, and navigating their community. There will also […]

Event Date/Time: October 3, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 amInstructor(s): Lindsay DuttonEvery person has the right to learn and one of the ways we learn is bytaking risks in life. It is important to understand the concept of dignity of risk, and how to assist people with supported decision-making. We take risks every day and by […]

Event Date/Time: October 7, 2024, 9:00 am - 12:00 pmInstructor(s): Jennifer Cork, LCSWThis training will cover symptoms of common childhood mental health diagnoses, strategies to support children, and ways to approach parents with concerns. Diagnoses covered include Autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, adjustment disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, attachment disorders, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, […]

Event Date/Time: October 9, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 amInstructor(s): Kelli Downey, Trauma Informed Care Trainer and ConsultantAre you a direct support professional looking to strengthen your compassionate approach to the work you do? Trauma Informed Care (TIC) is a strengths based approach that helps us engage with our work in non-judgmental, safe, and collaborative ways. […]

Event Date/Time: October 23, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 amInstructor(s): Shanya Luther, MDivThis training will walk you through steps to utilize supported decision-making with someone to teach them how to make decisions regarding their sexuality and relationships.  We will examine sexual self-determination, the dignity of risk, and increasing skills for independence while also discussing how to […]

Event Date/Time: October 30, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 amInstructor(s): Kelli Downey, Trauma Informed Care Trainer and ConsultantIn a world filled with uncertainties, guiding children through unfamiliar experiences can be overwhelming. Whether it's starting school, transitioning to a new childcare provider, new doctors' appointments, moving to a new home, or other life transitions, the unknown can […]

Event Date/Time: November 6, 2024, 1:00 - 2:30 pmInstructor(s): Shanya Luther, M.Div.The World Health Organization defines sexual health as a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction, or infirmity.This is a two-part training for medical and mental health professionals to explore […]

Event Date/Time: December 4, 2024, 10:00 - 11:30 amInstructor(s): Kelli Downey, Trauma Informed Care Trainer and ConsultantIn a world filled with uncertainties, guiding children through unfamiliar experiences can be overwhelming. Whether it's starting school, transitioning to a new childcare provider, new doctors' appointments, moving to a new home, or other life transitions, the unknown can […]

Event Date/Time: December 10, 2024, 10:00–11:30 amInstructor(s): Lindsay DuttonMany of us go into the human services field because we have an immense passion for helping others and serving our communities. However, we aren’t always aware of how supporting others can take a toll on our own well-being. This training will introduce the concepts of compassion […]

Event Date/Time: December 12, 2024, 10:00–11:30 amInstructor(s): Melissa Ballard-BatisteAutomatic negative thoughts, ruminative thoughts, memories that pop up at the most inopportune time. They can change your actions and behaviors in ways that are not supportive of your goals or the life you desire. In this presentation, we will review ways to challenge our limiting beliefs.Our […]