Calendar of Events

When trauma occurs, it can have lasting effects on the person who experiences it and their caregiver. This presentation defines PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and reviews the impact of trauma. Highlighted are treatment options and self-care strategies related to older adults. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s […]

The Emotional Recovery from a Natural Disaster training is designed to help participants understand the physical and psychological impacts of disasters. It covers common reactions to trauma, offering insights into how individuals may respond in the aftermath. The training also emphasizes the importance of healthy coping strategies, aiming to increase awareness and equip participants with […]

Question, Persuade, Refer is an emergency response to someone in crisis. In this training, you’ll learn: How to refer an individual to the right resource. How to ask the right questions about suicide. How to persuade a person to get help. Trainers: Thelma Horton and Beth Pfister Microsoft Teams link will be emailed out a […]

When trauma occurs, it can have lasting effects on the person who experiences it and theircaregiver. This presentation defines PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) and reviews the impactof trauma. Highlighted are treatment options and self-care strategies related to older adults. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided […]

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Receiving a chronic illness diagnosis can produce a range of emotional responses. In this training, we will explore the physical and mental impact of these […]

Question, Persuade, Refer is an emergency response to someone in crisis. In this training, you’ll learn: How to ask the right questions about suicide, How to persuade a person to get help How to refer an individual to the right resource Trainers: Thelma Horton A Microsoft teams link will be emailed to you a few days prior […]

Receiving a chronic illness diagnosis can produce a range of emotional responses. In this training, we will explore the physical and mental impact of these conditions. Understanding can help us remain proactive, be resilient and promote better outcomes. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through […]

This is a free in-person event at Haywood County Public Library: Waynesville Branch, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Receiving a chronic illness diagnosis can produce a range of emotional responses. In this training, we will explore the physical and mental impact […]

Receiving a chronic illness diagnosis can produce a range of emotional responses. In this training, we will explore the physical and mental impact of these conditions. Understanding can help us remain proactive, be resilient and promote better outcomes. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through […]