Calendar of Events

Enriching Mental Health with Complementary Treatments Part 3 (Acupuncture, Aroma Therapy, Essential Oils, & Massage) – WGAMHST

Jackson County Public Library 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC, United States

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments can create opportunities […]

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Enriching Mental Health with Complementary Treatments Part 4 (Animal-Assisted Therapy, Art, & Laughter) – WGAMHST

Jackson County Public Library 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC, United States

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments can create opportunities […]

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Anxiety: Managing Nervous Energy – WGAMHST

Jackson County Public Library 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC, United States

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. A growing number of individuals report experiencing anxiety symptoms in recent years. This course examines anxiety as it disproportionately affects the aging population. Traditional and alternative […]

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Facing the Emotional Challenges of Chronic Illness – WGAMHST

Jackson County Public Library 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC, United States

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s 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 conditions. […]

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Navigating Depression – WGAMHST

Jackson County Public Library 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC, United States

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Depression is common in older adults and often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This course explores risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. Care providers receive tips on how […]

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PTSD: Healing the Emotional Wound – WGAMHST

Jackson County Public Library 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC, United States

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. 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 […]

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Neurocognitive Disorders and the Basics of Dementia – WGAMHST

Jackson County Public Library 310 Keener Street, Sylva, NC, United States

This is a free in-person event at Jackson County Public Library, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. A course designed to increase the understanding of neurocognitive disorders and dementia. The curricula will examine the four most diagnosed types of neurocognitive disorders (NCDs) in […]

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