The mission of the Straight Talk Task Force: We strive to raise our children to become strong, confident, happy adults. The Straight Talk Series offers educational programs that help parents, caregivers and community members to recognize, understand, and deal with potential problems that can surface during developmental years. Be proactive. Learn the warning signs. Learn […]
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily […]
Through hands on activities and discussions Jana Marie Foundation’s Shine Girls Club provides practical tools and techniques for building resiliency and self-confidence in middle school aged students identifying as female. Participants are given opportunities to use their voice, follow their passions, and believe in themselves for the amazing young people that they are. Each session […]
Each Mokita® Dialogue session, led by a different facilitator from through the community, includes a brief presentation, engaging activities that encourage thought and conversation, and suggestions for ways to continue the discussion. Join us to learn, to listen and to be engaged in finding solutions for these important issues. It is time to come together to […]
Jana Marie Foundation’s newest program is designed to spark conversations about mental wellness and personal growth to students in grades 4 and 5. Through the use of children’s books and engaging activities, the sessions will share themes and messages around building self-confidence, developing positive relationships, and expressing emotions in ways that are creative and healthy. […]
Celebrate and explore your mother-daughter relationship! Through creative expression, engaging activities and a variety of communication tools that emphasize the magic of connection, participants will have the opportunity to enhance their relationship, create long-lasting memories and find a deeper understanding for one another. More information to come!
Through hands on activities and discussions Jana Marie Foundation’s Shine Girls Club provides practical tools and techniques for building resiliency and self-confidence in middle school aged students identifying as female. Participants are given opportunities to use their voice, follow their passions, and believe in themselves for the amazing young people that they are. Each session […]
Anyone can help save a life! Join us for a QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeepers Course to learn a three-step action plan that you can use to question, persuade, and refer someone to safety. This course is being offered at no-cost. Pre-registration required - https://janamariefoundation.org/qpr-registration.
J.A.M. Fest is a community-wide mental wellness day designed to help increase well-being, build connections, and foster self-expression. Held annually in downtown State College, the event features live music, yoga, meditation, stations for creative expression, artwork to view, and more. Art, music, and creative expression are lifelong sources of resilience, self-confidence, and happiness – so […]
Jana Marie Foundation’s newest program is designed to spark conversations about mental wellness and personal growth to students in grades 4 and 5. Through the use of children’s books and engaging activities, the sessions will share themes and messages around building self-confidence, developing positive relationships, and expressing emotions in ways that are creative and healthy. […]