From the language Kilivila, spoken near Papua New Guinea, mokita means “a known truth that is left unspoken.” Think of it as, “the elephant in the room.” These brown bag luncheon discussions will address some of the elephants among us, critical social concerns that impact the mental well-being of our residents and the development of […]

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 designed […]

Jana Marie Foundation will once again participate in Art with a Heart! Stop by Calvary Church on July 14 and 15 to purchase artwork from local artists and support Jana Marie Foundation.

Jana Marie Foundation has teamed up with the Centre Daily Times and New Leaf Initiative to host a series of community conversations called Mokita™ Dialogues. The purpose behind these community brown bag luncheon discussions is to allow individuals throughout Centre County to come together and talk – for a change. Not only will these discussions […]

The Mokita(R) Cafe fosters creative and collaborative thinking to enhance the mental well-being and development of our community. Please join Jana Marie Foundation for dinner and an honest, friendly, and thoughtful exchange of ideas around how our natural, social, and community environments can positively impact mental wellness across our region. The dinner will be on […]

Jana Marie Foundation has teamed up with the Centre Daily Times and New Leaf Initiative to host a series of community conversations called Mokita™ Dialogues. The purpose behind these community brown bag luncheon discussions is to allow individuals throughout Centre County to come together and talk – for a change. Not only will these discussions […]

QPR Gatekeeper Training QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a […]

Jana Marie Foundation is excited to once again partner with the Lady Lion's Basketball Team for the 2nd annual LeadHERship Academy! This one day event is for young women in grades 5-8. For more information or to register, please visit the Lady Lion's Website.

Centre County Suicide Prevention Task Force will host it's 3rd annual suicide prevention rally at the Centre County Courthouse on Tuesday, September 4th from 12pm - 12:30pm. Please join us to listen to live music, moving and powerful speaches by community members, and for a chance to remember all of those who have been touched […]