Jana Marie Foundation

Straight Talk: Building Peer Advocates
2020-02-18 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Mount Nittany Middle School, 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA, 16801
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 how to help our children before the problem negatively impacts them, their school work and their relationships.
– Most sessions will be held from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Mount Nittany Middle School (Library) unless otherwise noted.
– No registration is required for adults, and you may register children for free children’s activities and homework help by contacting Susan Marshall (smb11@scasd.org or 814-231-5053) to register children. Supervision of children is provided by Volunteers from SCASD.

What If...Monsters, Friends, and Fun
2020-02-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Grace Lutheran Church, 205 Garner Street, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
Jana Marie Foundation and Mid-State Literacy Council present “What If… A night of fun and inspiration with Author Michelle Nelson-Schmidt. Michelle travels the country meeting children presenting her books and artwork, ad sharing her empowering message of believing in yourself and following your dreams. Known for connecting with children and promoting strong social emotional skills and well-being, Michelle offers an evening unlike any other. Join us for a live story time, book signing, and meet and greet. Refreshments, kids’s activities, and entertainment provided. This family friendly event is free and open to the public.

Wedding for Good
2020-02-15 16:00 - 21:00 | 3 Dots Downtown, 137 East Beaver Avenue, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Jason and Angela from B94.5 are hosting a wedding for good and have chosen Mental Health as their cause of choice! A ceremony that features the community committing to make mental health and wellness a priority will take place from 4-5pm at 3dots Downtown. The reception will be held at 5:3pm at the Hyatt. Funds from the event will benefit Jana Marie Foundation and Tides. To learn more, visit www.weddingforgood.com

Mental Health Matters: MS Support Group
2020-02-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Mount Nittany Hospital
Jana Marie Foundation will share a short informal presentation about mental health at the MS Support Group monthly meeting.

Shine Girls Club
2020-02-10 17:30 - 19:00, 2020-01-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Park Forest Middle School, 2180 School Drive, State College, 16803, United States
Join Jana Marie Foundation for this fun and engaging club for young women in grades 6- 8. Meeting twice a month teens have the opportunity to find the strength to use their voice, follow their passions, and believe in themselves for the amazing people they are! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help fuel conversation and connection. Sponsored by State College Rotary Club, United Way Woman’s Leadership Grant, and Weis Markets.

QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers-Private
2020-02-09 15:00 - 18:30 | PA
Please contact info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how to bring QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers to your group or business.

Side by Side: A Mother / Daughter Retreat
2020-02-08 08:45 - 13:00 | Mount Nittany Middle School, 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA, 16801
Celebrate and explore your mother-daughter relationship with Jana Marie Foundation! 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 relationships, create long-lasting memories, and find a deeper understanding for one another. This event is sponsored by AAUW and Nittany Catering. Advanced Registration Required. Space is limited.

QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers - Private
2020-02-05 13:00 - 17:00 | PA
Please email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring this training to your group or business.

Survivors of Suicide Loss Informal Support Session
2020-02-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2020-01-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Individual and Family CHOICES, 2214 North Atherton Street, Suite 4, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Providing support to people who have experienced the death of a loved one by suicide.
If you have lost someone to suicide, you are not alone. We understand that losing someone to suicide can be life-altering and is often accompanied by many complex emotions. Led by Evelyn Wald, this group is designed to provide healing support to community members coping with the loss of a loved one.

QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers
2020-02-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Grace Lutheran Church, 205 Garner Street, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
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 suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.
KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING:

How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
The common causes of suicidal behavior
The warning signs of suicide
How to get help for someone in crisis

Mental Health First Aid
2020-01-29 08:30 - 17:30 | Jana Marie Foundation, 432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Suite 3, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Anyone, anywhere can be the one to make a difference in the life of someone with a mental health or substance use challenge – if they know what to do and what to say. Mental Health First Aid can give you the necessary tools to have a courageous conversation.
Mental Health First Aid was created in Australia in 2001 by Betty Kitchener, a nurse specializing in health education, and Tony Jorm, a respected mental health literacy professor. The National Council for Behavioral Health operates Mental Health First Aid USA in partnership with the Missouri Department of Mental Health.
The adult Mental Health First Aid course is appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental health related crisis or problem. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions.
Cost is $30/person and advance registration is requested. Payment will be collected on the day of the training by cash or check.

Mokita Dialogues: Sense of Community
2020-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 | 3 Dots Downtown, 137 East Beaver Avenue, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Mokita Dialogues by Jana Marie Foundation

Thursday, January 23, 2020 from 12pm – 1pm at 3 Dots Downtown

Community: Designed from the Ground Up

Facilitator: Spud Marshall, 3 Dots

Thriving communities are designed from the ground up. They rely on thousands of individual voices and perspectives contributing their ideas, connections and energy into the mix to make their town an awesome place to call home. Join us for a conversation on how you can help shape your dream community in Centre County

Mokita Dialogues occurs on the 4th Thursday of every month and provides an opportunity to come together as a community to explore topics of vital social concern that affect our mental health and well-being. These brown-bag sessions are free of charge and open to the community.

Sponsored by Centre Daily Times

Straight Talk: Trauma Informed Care for Schools and Communities
2020-01-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Mount Nittany Middle School, 656 Brandywine Drive, State College, PA, 16801
Tuesday, January 21, 2020, 7pm at Mount Nittany Middle School. This session will be facilitated by Peter Montminy, A Mindful Village
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 how to help our children before the problem negatively impacts them, their school work and their relationships.
No registration is required for adults, and you may register children for free children’s activities and homework help by contacting Susan Marshall (smb11@scasd.org or 814-231-5053) to register children. Supervision of children is provided by Volunteers from SCASD.
The Straight Talk Program is brought to you by Jana Marie Foundation, State College Area School District, Communities that Care, and the Youth Service Bureau.

Youth Mental Health First Aid
2020-01-11 08:30 - 17:30 | Grace Lutheran Church, 205 Garner Street, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
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 for adults who regularly interact with young people.
The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
This free training is open to the public and is made possible by the Mental Health Ministry Grant from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Space is limited and advanced registration is required.

Trail of Trees
2019-12-16 16:30 - 20:00 | Juniper Village, 1930 Cliffside Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Trail of Trees is a community-wide event featuring dozens of trees creatively decorated by local businesses, organizations, and Juniper departments! Take in the glittering light display outdoors, and come inside to vote for your favorite trees. The party begins with a holiday shopping boutique by Ten Thousand Villages from 4:30-6:30, followed by a special performance by the Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus at 6:45. Trail of Trees winners will be announced at 7:30! Be sure to look out for Jana Marie Foundation’s Meditation Tree!

The Field Gives Back
2019-12-16 11:00 - 22:00 | The Field Burger & Tap, 1 Country Club Ln State College, State College, PA, 16803, United States
Take a night off from cooking and eat a delicious meal at The Field as they give back to Jana Marie Foundation! We are so grateful for The Field and their continued support of Jana Marie Foundation! Whether it be for lunch, dinner, or an afternoon snack, when you eat at The Field on December 16 a portion of your meal will come back to Jana Marie Foundation!

QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers: Private
2019-12-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-12-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-12-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-12-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-12-09 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Park Forest Middle School to bring this information to 8th grade students.
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 suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.
KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING:

How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
The common causes of suicidal behavior
The warning signs of suicide
How to get help for someone in crisis

Email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring this course to your group or organization, or visit https://janamariefoundation.org/qpr-registration to register for a public course.

Mokita® Dialogues: Faith
2019-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 | New Leaf Initiative, 243 South Allen Street, Suite 337, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Mokita Dialogues® allow community members to come together and talk for a change. These discussions not only highlight topics of vital concern- elephants in the room – but also provide opportunities for follow up and action. The Mokita Dialogues® series is sponsored by The Centre Daily Times.

Shine Girls Club
2019-12-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Park Forest Middle School, 2180 School Drive, State College, 16803, United States
Join Jana Marie Foundation for this fun and engaging club for young women in grades 6- 8. Meeting twice a month teens have the opportunity to find the strength to use their voice, follow their passions, and believe in themselves for the amazing people they are! Each session starts with a pizza dinner to help fuel conversation and connection.

Alternative Christmas Fair
2019-12-08 11:00 - 14:00 | University Baptist and Brethren Church (UBBC), 411 South Burrowes Street, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Come support Jana Marie Foundation and many of your other favorite nonprofits during the Alternative Christmas Fair! The Alternative Christmas Fair is an annual event which gives local, national, and international charities the opportunity to raise funds in a group setting, and visitors to the Fair the chance to learn about those charities. Fair goers can then write one check to cover multiple donations and receive gift cards to notify honorees of the gifts made in their names. They can also enjoy a delicious meal and dessert in a festive atmosphere. All charitable donations go directly to the charities, and all profits from food sales go toward the cost of running for next year’s Fair.

First Friday at the Expect More Store
2019-12-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Downtown State College, Allen Street, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Come visit Jana Marie Foundation’s gallery exhibit at the Expect More Store throughout the month of December. The event will kick off with a special First Friday Celebration at the Kish Bank Expect More Store from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Eric Ian Farmer will grace us with his music from 6-7pm. Be sure to stop by and say ‘hi’!

QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers: Private
2019-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with State College Area School District and Park Forest Middle School to bring this informaiton to 8th grade students.
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 suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.
KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING:

How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
The common causes of suicidal behavior
The warning signs of suicide
How to get help for someone in crisis

Email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring this course to your group or organization, or visit https://janamariefoundation.org/qpr-registration to register for a public course.

QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers: Private
2019-12-05 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Jana Marie Foundation is proud to partner with the Delta Program to bring this information to students.
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 suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.
KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING:

How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
The common causes of suicidal behavior
The warning signs of suicide
How to get help for someone in crisis

Email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring this course to your group or organization, or visit https://janamariefoundation.org/qpr-registration to register for a public course.

QPR Suicide Prevention for Gatekeepers: Private
2019-12-04 | PA
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 suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.
KEY COMPONENTS COVERED IN TRAINING:

How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
The common causes of suicidal behavior
The warning signs of suicide
How to get help for someone in crisis

Email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring this course to your group or organization, or visit https://janamariefoundation.org/qpr-registration to register for a public course.
