Calendar of Events

CFAC Meeting (Boone)

Location to be determined , United States

Consumer and Family Advisory Committee for Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga and Wilkes counties

Depression: From Surviving to Thriving

Canton Senior Center 1 Pigeon Street, Canton, North Carolina, United States

Depressive symptoms often present themselves through feelings of isolation, hopelessness, and despair.  In this course, we examine different types, common causes, symptoms and treatment methods for depression focusing on moving from a place of simply surviving to one of thriving.

Free

Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Two-day Training in Sparta

Alleghany County Public Library 115 Atwood Street, Sparta, North Carolina, United States

WRAP® is an evidence-based self-management and recovery system developed by a group of people with mental health difficulties who struggled to incorporate wellness tools and strategies into their lives. WRAP® is designed to: decrease and prevent intrusive or troubling feelings and behaviors; increase personal empowerment; improve quality of life; and assist people in achieving their […]

Enhancing Mental Health with Alternative Treatments

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd St. NE.,, Hickory, North Carolina, United States

This course is designed both for the care provider and the care recipient.  It strategically looks at alternative treatment/practice modalities and their impact on mental health.  Many of the “outside of the box” interventions can be incorporated into the life of the individual managing a mental illness and/or their caregiver in effort to create balance, […]

Free

The Impact of Chronic Medical Illnesses on the Brain

Burke Senior Center 501 N. Green St.,, Morganton, North Carolina, United States

Chronic diseases can be challenging to manage. Come and learn ways to help the care recipient cope with the emotional and behavioral symptoms that sometimes accompany these medical conditions. "

Coping with Anxiety: Medications and More

Andrews Nutrition Site 54 Park Street, Andrews, North Carolina, United States

Everyone experiences some anxiety from time to time. Life experiences, perceptions of the world around us and personal coping skills help determine if medication is needed to help an individual manage in everyday circumstances. Attending this training will add to your knowledge of best practices, side effects, and additional ways to help reduce and manage […]

Free

Depression: From Surviving to Thriving

Waynesville Nutrition Site 44 Boundary Street, Waynesville, North Carolina, United States

Depressive symptoms often present themselves through feelings of isolation, hopelessness, and despair.  In this course, we examine different types, common causes, symptoms and treatment methods for depression focusing on moving from a place of simply surviving to one of thriving.

Free

Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Two-day Training in Asheville

Goodwill Career Center 1616 Patton Avenue , Asheville, NC, United States

WRAP® is an evidence-based self-management and recovery system developed by a group of people with mental health difficulties who struggled to incorporate wellness tools and strategies into their lives.  There is no cost to attend. Click to register for this class. WRAP® is designed to: Decrease and prevent intrusive or troubling feelings and behaviors; Increase […]

I’M Covered Up: What You Need to Know About Hoarding

Graham County Senior Center 185 West Fort Hill, Robbinsville, NC, United States

“I’m covered up” is not just about the physical retention of things but more importantly, the emotional components that won’t allow release.  This presentation examines causes, symptoms, and adaptive treatment and care methods for those dealing with hoarding behavior.  A focus is placed on the aged population. 

Free