Learn about the importance of caring for your mental health with fun activity stations provided by the Jana Marie Foundation and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Registration not required. No registration required
The Embrace! program provides young women & nonbinary friends across Centre County with an opportunity to build interpersonal skills and self-confidence through a fun and interactive day.
Private Event; Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) teaches teens in grades 10-12, or ages 15-18, how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their friends and peers. To learn how to bring this training to your school or youth-serving organization, please contact [email protected]
Join the Jana Marie Foundation in partnership with Schlow Library for a lunch-and-learn discussion, Compassion Resilience for Parents and Caregivers. In each weekly session, we will explore the role of compassion in parenting, especially how to build compassion resilience in the face of the inevitable fatigue that comes from round-the-clock caregiving and caretaking. This is […]
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join Jana Marie Foundation for our winter book club! KNOW Book Club provides an opportunity for self-discovery and self-reflection through vibrant discussions surrounding carefully selected works of literature. In addition, KNOW will create connections, build community, and give readers the chance to think about their own mental health […]
Join the Jana Marie Foundation in partnership with Schlow Library for a lunch-and-learn discussion, Compassion Resilience for Parents and Caregivers. In each weekly session, we will explore the role of compassion in parenting, especially how to build compassion resilience in the face of the inevitable fatigue that comes from round-the-clock caregiving and caretaking. This is […]
After-school community service club for students in grades 6-12. Through activities, education, and student led initiatives, REACH will provide the opportunity for teens to research, develop, and engage in mental health awareness through service projects. Participants will reach out to peers, friends, family members, and the broader community to strengthen connections and work together to […]
Thank you for your interest in QPR Suicide Prevention Training for Gatekeepers. Please use the registration below and pick the time that works best for your schedule. These no-cost trainings are made available by Jana Marie Foundation, Juniata Valley Council, BSA, and Mount Nittany Health. Please note there is limited space in each of the […]
Join Jana Marie Foundation for the Grand opening of our Gallery exhibit at Fraser Street Commons. During the month of March, art from Jana Marie Foundation programs will be featured in the Commons Gallery. Stop by in open hours to check it out.
Private Event; Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) teaches teens in grades 10-12, or ages 15-18, how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their friends and peers. To learn how to bring this training to your school or youth-serving organization, please contact [email protected]
Get ready to compete in a selection of retro video games! Schlow is hosting a tournament for the N64 generation. Join us for an evening of fun, games, and a lot of nostalgia. We’ll have two player brackets: those in 6th-12th grades, and those 18 years and older. Registration in advance is required and can […]
Private Event; Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) teaches teens in grades 10-12, or ages 15-18, how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their friends and peers. To learn how to bring this training to your school or youth-serving organization, please contact [email protected]
Private Event; Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) teaches teens in grades 10-12, or ages 15-18, how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their friends and peers. To learn how to bring this training to your school or youth-serving organization, please contact [email protected]
Virtual suicide prevention 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 […]
Private Event; Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) teaches teens in grades 10-12, or ages 15-18, how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among their friends and peers. To learn how to bring this training to your school or youth-serving organization, please contact [email protected]
After-school club for students in grades 4 & 5. The primary goal for GROW is to connect students with each other and to their communities. By exploring topics that embrace diversity, compassion, self- expression, and empathy, students will equip themselves with tools necessary to build and maintain relationships and learn healthy coping skills. GROW is […]
WPSU and Jana Marie Foundation are excited to host a livestream of the National Alliance for Children’s Grief conference session on “The Multiverse of Grief: A Multicultural and Expressive Arts Approach to being in relationship with diverse grief narratives” presented by Adam D-F. Stevens, MA, RDT. Attendees will engage with the interactive webcast and learn […]
Join Jana Marie Foundation as we reflect on the past year of opening minds and saving lives! This year’s theme, “B.E.E. the Change” will highlight the importance of belonging, education and environment when it comes to promoting mental health and wellness. The evening will feature live music, inspirational speakers, and interactive stations encouraging creative expression. […]
After-school club for middle school girls. Through hands-on activities and discussions, Jana Marie Foundation’s Shine Club provides practical tools and techniques for building resiliency and self-confidence in middle school-aged girls & nonbinary students. Participants are given opportunities to use their voice, follow their passions, and believe in themselves for the amazing young people that they are. Each […]
Thank you for your interest in QPR Suicide Prevention Training for Gatekeepers. Please use the registration below and pick the time that works best for your schedule. These no-cost trainings are made available by Jana Marie Foundation, Juniata Valley Council, BSA, and Mount Nittany Health. Please note there is limited space in each of the […]
Virtual suicide prevention 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 […]
Jana’s Art and Music (J.A.M.) Sessions share themes and messages around building self-confidence, practicing self-care, and developing healthy relationships through the use of creative expression. J.A.M. Sessions are offered throughout the year for various age groups. Check out the schedule below and get ready to JAM!
After-school club for students in grades 4 & 5. The primary goal for GROW is to connect students with each other and to their communities. By exploring topics that embrace diversity, compassion, self- expression, and empathy, students will equip themselves with tools necessary to build and maintain relationships and learn healthy coping skills. GROW is […]
Thank you for your interest in QPR Suicide Prevention Training for Gatekeepers. Please use the registration below and pick the time that works best for your schedule. These no-cost trainings are made available by Jana Marie Foundation, Juniata Valley Council, BSA, and Mount Nittany Health. Please note there is limited space in each of the […]
**Private Event** 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 […]
Virtual suicide prevention 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 […]
Calling all future heroes of their own minds! Join Penn State Recreation, Park, Tourism Management group and us for a FREE "Inside Out adventure on April 6th from 2pm-5pm at Park Forest Middle School. Discover the power of your emotions through exciting games, creative crafts, and activities that will help you understand and express yourself! Don't […]