This presentation will provide an overview of the impact of social media on youth today. In the digital age, approximately 91% of teens use their mobile phones to go online and access social media accounts. Teens are faced with a variety of societal pressures including maintaining their online presence. This presentation will provide a brief overview of the different types and forms of online communication (texting, IM messaging, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tinder...) as well as how your teen is dealing with a variety of transitions, relationships, cyberbullying, self-image, and everyday loss. The presenters will also provide tips on how to communicate with your teen regarding their online presence. Attendees will be encouraged to participate.

Kids today face an epidemic of stress and anxiety related problems. Like many, your tween or teen may be struggling to meet academic demands, peer pressures, and family expectations with constant worries about being "good enough," "fitting in," or "missing out." In this program you'll learn how to recognize the signs of unhealthy anxiety in your child, and what you both can do about it. You'll learn a practical 5-step approach for anxious kids (and parents) that uses mindfulness skills to relax the body, refocus the mind, and respond successfully in the face of fear.

Kids today face an epidemic of stress and anxiety related problems. Like many, your tween or teen may be struggling to meet academic demands, peer pressures, and family expectations with constant worries about being "good enough," "fitting in," or "missing out." In this program you'll learn how to recognize the signs of unhealthy anxiety in your child, and what you both can do about it. You'll learn a practical 5-step approach for anxious kids (and parents) that uses mindfulness skills to relax the body, refocus the mind, and respond successfully in the face of fear.

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 […]

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 […]

Join us to: CELEBRATE Jana Marie Foundation's 5th anniversary EXPERIENCE incredible and moving performances and programs highlighting Jana Marie Foundation SUPPORT the Foundation's work to promote mental and emotional wellness through dialogue and creative expression This casual, fun evening will feature: Exhibits and interactive opportunities to experience Jana Marie Foundation Programs Exceprts from the play […]

Join us to: CELEBRATE Jana Marie Foundation's 5th anniversary EXPERIENCE incredible and moving performances and programs highlighting Jana Marie Foundation SUPPORT the Foundation's work to promote mental and emotional wellness through dialogue and creative expression This casual, fun evening will feature: Exhibits and interactive opportunities to experience Jana Marie Foundation Programs Exceprts from the play […]

She’s Crazy: Mental Health and Other Myths will entertain you. It will educate and inform you about mental health. It will make you laugh. It may make you cry. It will motivate you to reach out to help…and reach out for help. It will be a show and a message you won’t soon forget.

She’s Crazy: Mental Health and Other Myths will entertain you. It will educate and inform you about mental health. It will make you laugh. It may make you cry. It will motivate you to reach out to help…and reach out for help. It will be a show and a message you won’t soon forget.

A young person you know could be experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis. You can help them. You are more likely to encounter someone — friend, family member, student, neighbor, or member of the community — in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to young people showing signs of a mental illness or in a crisis, and connect them with the appropriate professional, peer, social, or self help care. Anyone can take the 8-hour Youth Mental Health First Aid course, but it is ideally designed for adults who work with young people, ages 12-18 — teachers, coaches, leaders of faith communities, social workers, and other caring citizens.