Upcoming Events
As a sequel to our April meeting, we will dive deeper into the stats presented to look at real stories of families impacted by substance use and devastating mental health concerns.
We will be joined by several organizations that provide support to survivors of suicide and overdose and discuss obstacles to treatment and prevention measures. We will learn about Living the Dream Foundation, Encompass’ Zero Suicide program, and NAMI Piedmont.
We hope participants will be empowered to actively engage in difficult conversations to prevent further lives lost.
“Clutter isn’t just the stuff on the floor. It’s anything that gets between you and the life you want to be living” – Peter Walsh
As families gear up for back to school, there is no better time to get control of our physical space to set the stage for improved mental clarity and wellness this school year.
A study by the University of Connecticut found that by removing or controlling clutter, we can directly reduce the stress that stems from the mess which can help us to feel happier, less anxious, and more confident in ourselves.
In this Lunch & Learn, we will be joined by Libbi Moore, owner and founder of Neatly Ever After Professional Organizing, a home-grown professional organizing service. Attendees will learn about research on the benefits of organizing for mental and emotional well-being, guiding principles for maintaining clutter, and some effective tools and practices that we can implement to sustain an organized home that will lead to improved outcomes for both children and adults this school year.
The Parent Research Institute for Drug Education (PRIDE) is a national survey that collects data on adolescent substance use and mental health. This survey has been conducted by the Mental Health Association of Fauquier County in our region since 1990; it gives an inside look at areas of concerns for students in 6th to 12th grade.
In this presentation, Renee Norden and Bridget Downey will cover key findings of the survey conducted in October 2023, such as when and where youth are using; perceptions of risk; feelings of personal safety; and rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide ideation. We will provide guidance on what we can do collectively to address these concerns in our homes, schools, and community.
