Calendar of Events

A Rainbow of Mental Health: An Introduction (Part 2)

An introductory course designed to support an understanding of the most commonly diagnosed mental health related conditions in the aged population. This curriculum takes a person-centered approach to understanding classifications and care delivery. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU's are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

Free

Person Centered Thinking Training

**Class is full. Registration is closed. This is a two day event on May 26 & May 28. Learn how to promote a person-centered climate in your work with individuals, with families, or within your organization. This is a full 2-day interactive virtual training. Participation for both days is required to receive the certificate. All […]

$50.00

Bipolar: Extreme MOOD Variation: Is there Stability?

Whether you are the caregiver of someone with bipolar disorder or the individual living with the inability to maintain a consistent mood, feeling “stable” is often an infrequent reality.  This class examines features and symptoms of the different types of the disorder.  It also addresses causes, risk factors and, most importantly, treatment. Specific focused is […]

Free

Keeping the Balance: Mood Stabilizing Medications

Managing Mood Disorders can be a balancing act. Attend this training to learn the role of medication in keeping the equilibrium, as well as the importance of observing medication responses, and signs and symptoms to report to a physician. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU's are provided […]

Free

CFAC Annual Business Meeting – Virtual

Consumer and Family Advisory Committee annual business meeting. Learn more about Vaya Health's Consumer and Family Advisory Committee at www.vayahealth.com/cfac

Suicide Indicator, Response, and Prevention

This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and […]

Free

ONLINE Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Workshop: 2-day

This class will be conducted online, requiring Internet, video and audio connection. 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: * […]

Commonly Misused Medications: Understanding Medication Effects on the Aging Brain

Did you know that misuse of medications is a growing problem in older adults?  This training identifies commonly misused medications, discusses the physiological differences related to aging, and treatments and interventions. Attending this course can shed light on the various contributors to this growing problem. We also discuss the possibilities of how we can help […]

Free

Innovations Stakeholder/Employer of Record Virtual Meeting

Topics include:- Meet I/DD Clinical Director Dr. Melissa Hamm- Employer of Record (EOR) - Sharing experience and seeking input- Microenterprise opportunities for Innovations participants Questions may be typed into the chat box during the meeting or emailed to innovations.stakeholder@vayahealth.com. Join using Microsoft Teams: tinyurl.com/060221meeting Join by telephone: 1-828-552-4129   Conference ID: 521 549 107#

PTSD: Invisible Scars

This presentation explores relevant information pertinent to traumatic events and experiences. Through classroom conversation and exercises, participants learn ways to support individuals who may have experienced a traumatic event; which may lead to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.  Resiliency methods will be employed as methods to treat and heal the invisible scars. This is a free […]

Free