Calendar of Events

Bipolar Disorder: Creating Balance W-HEART

Haywood County Public Library 678 S. Haywood St., Waynesville, North Carolina

This is a free in-person event at Haywood County Public Library: Waynesville Branch, facilitated by the Vaya Health’s, Health Education and Aging Resource Team (HEART). Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Having extreme mood changes can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to function in life. This […]

Free

Webinar: An Overview of Mental Health Part 1: Depression, Anxiety & Substance Use W-HEART

Virtual Event

This is a free, interactive virtual event hosted by the Vaya Health’s, Health Education and Aging Resource Team (HEART). Course Interaction:The live webinar format encourages active participation. Both attendees and presenters can ask questions throughout the session, promoting a dynamic and engaging learning experience. Course Completion and Contact Hours:To qualify for Contact Hour credit, participants […]

Free

Mental Health First Aid- Adult

Vaya Health and Buncombe County Health and Human Services are partnering together to offer a FREE Mental Health First Aid training for the community. Mental Health First Aid will teach you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. This 8- hour training will give you the skills […]

Free

Personality Disorders: Reaction to Interaction E-HEART

Ashe County Public Library 148 Library Road, West Jefferson, North Carolina, United States

Supporting an older adult with a personality disorder can be challenging. This training looks at specific personality disorders, what to expect, and treatment options. Also shared are tips used to make interactions smoother and more effective. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department […]

Free

Webinar: Personality Disorders: Reaction to Interaction part 1 E-HEART

Virtual Event

This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. An email with an evaluation will be sent to you following the event. This must be filled out and returned before CEU’s are provided. Please RSVP below to attend webinar. When […]

Free

Webinar: Personality Disorders: Reaction to Interaction part 2 E-HEART

Virtual Event

This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. An email with an evaluation will be sent to you following the event. This must be filled out and returned before CEU’s are provided. Please RSVP below to attend webinar. When […]

Free

How Being Trauma-Informed Improves Criminal Justice System Responses

SAMHSA’s GAINS Center for Behavioral Health and Justice Transformation, operated by Policy ResearchAssociates, Inc. (PRA), is known nationally for its work in regard to people with behavioral health needs involved inthe criminal justice system.Although prevalence estimates vary, there is consensus that high percentages of justice-involved women and men have experienced serious trauma throughout their lifetime. […]

Free

CFAC Meeting – Region 3 (Hybrid)

Consumer and Family Advisory Committee (CFAC) MeetingRegion 3 Counties: Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Caldwell, McDowell, Rowan, Watauga, Wilkes Sign up to make public comment by emailing your name, county of residence, and subject matter to cfac@vayahealth.com or call any CFAC support staff (1-800-893-6246). Meeting connection:Phone: 1-828-552-4129 Conference ID: 797 861 771 # Vaya Health, 825 Wilkesboro Blvd, Lenoir, NC […]

Opportunities to Help During Crisis E-HEART

Cumberland Street Center A Division of Beacon Rescue Mission 200 S King Ave., Dunn, North Carolina, United States

An individual can experience a crisis suddenly and without warning, especially when symptoms of amental illness are involved. As a caregiver or responder, possessing skills that support de-escalationis imperative. Did you know that you can help? This course provides information about crises in olderadults, barriers to de-escalation, and specific methods of stabilizing support. This is […]

Free

Emotional Recovery from a Natural Disaster W-HEART

Macon County Public Library 149 Siler Farm Rd, Franklin, North Carolina

This is a free in-person event at Macon County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health’s, Health Education and Aging Resource Team (HEART). Contact Hours are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. In this course, you’ll learn about the physical and emotional effects of a disaster and how people commonly react to […]

Free