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Wednesday, January 13th, 12:00-1:30 PM

Typical vs Troubled in the Time of COVID-19 brought to you by the NAN Project

This training will compare and contrast the typical ups-and-downs of pre-teen and teenage development during the time of Covid-19 versus clear signs of a mental health challenge. We will cover our tried and true tips for starting everyday conversations about mental health. We will also offer strategies to approach a young person who may be struggling with the stress of this unpredictable time.

Presenters are:

Jake Cavanaugh: Executive Director

Donna Kausek: Clinical Director

Lizzie MacLellan: Sr Peer Coordinator

Shilpa Thirukkovlur: Peer Coordinator

Wednesday, December 9th, 5:00-6:30 PM

Building Resilient Families brought to you by The NAN Project

Despite the challenges of 2020, we’ve seen families and students find ways to grow, adapt, and recover. This ability to bounce back is what experts call “resilience.” Our training offers building blocks for promoting resilience in your family through practical tips for managing stress, creating healthy boundaries, and maintaining self-care.

Presenters are :

Jake Cavanaugh: Executive Director

Donna Kausek, LMHC: Clinical Director

Lizzie MacLellan: Sr Peer Coordinator

Shilpa Thirukkovlur: Peer Coordinator

Wednesday, December 16th, 10:00-11:30 AM (Maximum capacity of 40 attendees)

Compassion Fatigue

Covid-19 has placed extraordinary demands on healthcare and human service workers, increasing rates of burnout and secondary trauma. To build resilience among frontline workers we must understand and normalize the effects of professional caregiving during a pandemic. This training provides an overview of the research on compassion fatigue and frameworks for increasing resilience as individuals and teams. Participants will apply resilience strategies through self-reflection and discussions to unite caregivers around shared experiences.

Presenter: Lianna Chong-Williams James College