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.  This support group […]

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 […]

A Parent/Teen Program Parenting a teenager can be tough work and being a teenager isn’t always easy. All families can benefit from time together to connect, communicate, and contribute to the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths.  In this five part series we will look at the ‘elephants’ that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day.  Throughout our time, […]

Please email info@janamariefoundation.org to learn how you can bring this course to your business or organization. Thank you for helping us open minds and save lives.

This is a private course for Penn State Health. Please email info@janamariefoundation.org to see how you can bring this course to your organization or business!

The Stompers Project by Jana Marie Foundation is a unique community art project that breaks down walls and stomps out the stigma that often surrounds mental and emotional health.  This Stomper is being created by various clubs at State College Area High School - stay tuned for more information.

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.  This support group […]

A Parent/Teen Program Parenting a teenager can be tough work and being a teenager isn’t always easy. All families can benefit from time together to connect, communicate, and contribute to the parent child relationship! Join the Jana Marie Foundation in a three-part series where teens and parents come together to learn, grow, and flourish. Session […]

A Wellness Forum for Young Women in Grades 6-8.  Fall 2019 Theme: Be Brave! Through improv, art, music, and movement, participants will have the chance to find their voices, build their confidence, and love themselves for who they are. Advanced registration required.

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths.  In this five part series we will look at the ‘elephants’ that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day.  Throughout our time, […]

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 […]

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.  This support group […]

Jana Marie Foundation’s Mind Matters curriculums provides students in grades 6-12 practical tools and techniques to overcome adversity and to grow self-confidence. We are excited to bring this program to Grace Lutheran. To see how to bring it to your school or organization, please email us at info@janamariefoundation.org.    

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths.  In this five part series we will look at the ‘elephants’ that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day.  Throughout our time, […]

Former Penn State Icers head coach and current owner of Pragmatic Passion Joe Battista will lead the discussion at the Jana Marie Foundation’s next Mokita Café, held 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, October 21 at the Inn at Juniper Village. As an inclusive community, we all play a vital role in one another’s journeys in […]

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.  Mokita® Dialogues is sponsored by the Centre Daily Times.

Poetry is a powerful medium for finding and sharing truths.  In this five part series we will look at the ‘elephants’ that exist within ourselves and within the community and have the option to share in a safe class environment and/or in a public reading of original work on the final day.  Throughout our time, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Ignite Wellness Program is geared toward young men in grades 5-8. Through Improv, art, music, and movement, participants will find their brave, explore their interests, and grow their self-confidence. Join us to build connections and to have fun! Advanced registration required.