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    • 03/14/2024
    • 9:15 AM
    • 10/10/2024
    • 1:00 PM
    • Virtual or Hybrid

    Faith Community Nurse Network
    Trauma, Trauma-Informed Care and Mental Health : Help & Hope

    Sponsored by the FCN Network of the Greater Twin Cities

    “It is important to understand how ubiquitous trauma is in our society, what devastating effects it has on family life, workplace productivity, the ability to learn and take initiative, the ability to stay calm and focused, and the capacity to be compassionate…” Bessel Van Der Kolk How much do you know about trauma and its impact on a person’s spiritual and emotional well-being? Did you know that persons who experience many traumas in their lives are more vulnerable to illness and shorter life spans?

    This four-part series is designed for faith community nurses, faith community leaders, RNs and other professionals who want to learn more about trauma, trauma-informed care and mental health. 

    January 18, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time | Virtual | Part 1: Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care: The Basics We cover the definitions of trauma and trauma-informed care as well as the many types of trauma that can occur throughout the life span.

    March 14, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time |Virtual |Part 2: Trauma-Informed Care: Why and How? How do we recognize trauma and provide the types of care that promote healing? Too often, our efforts can re-traumatize survivors. Learn strategies you can use in your unique setting.

    June 13, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time | Hybrid |Part 3: Mental Health and Trauma in Children and Youth There is a mental health crisis in children and youth in the U.S. The leading cause of death in ages 10-24 is suicide. Trauma is often a contributing factor. Learn about common mental health disorders and signs indicating help is needed.

    October 10, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time | Hybrid |Part 4: Trauma: Help and Hope In this session learn about new research on resiliency and protective factors that we can promote in our practice and communities. 

    Registration & Cost

    • Cost of individual symposiums (MN FCN $40, Out of MN FCN $50, Non FCN $50, Student $15)
    • Save when you register for the full series (MN FCN $145, Out of MN FCN and Non- FCN: $175, Student $55)
    • Registration closes 72 hours prior to the program start time
    Register Now 2024 Symposium Series Registration (jotform.com) or call 651.204.0904


    • 03/22/2024
    • 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM (EDT)
    • Zoom



    Valley Health Chronic Disease Symposium
    Friday, March 22, 2024

    2024 FOCUS: Current Trends in Diabetes Patient Care

    There is no registration fee for this event. 

    Nursing Contact Hours: Valley Health Professional Development is approved as a provider of continuing nursing professional development (CNPD) by the Virginia Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This program has been awarded 6 contact hours. A link will be sent to those who attend the conference to complete the evaluation at the end of the conference; once the evaluation is completed, they will receive their CE certificate. Email: edu1@valleyhealthlink.com for questions.

    Go to valleyhealthlink.com/CDS2024 to register. You will receive a confirmation email once your registration is complete, providing all the details to gain access on March 22.

    Click Here for the flyer which provides information on topics and the schedule. 

    • 04/15/2024
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Virtual

    2024 Virtual CFHS Logo - Vertical_editedEnhance Your Spiritual Care Practice

    Join us for an inspirational and transformative three-day conference designed to provide chaplains, nurses, and other spiritual care providers with the skills, best practices, and research to enhance your spiritual care practice and ministry. Discover the power of spiritual care in your own life and the lives of those you serve.

    Dates: April 15-17, 2024

    Format: Virtual

    Cost Information: https://www.caringforthehumanspirit.org/pricing

    Click below for more information on speakers, agenda, and to register: 

    https://www.caringforthehumanspirit.org/ 

    - Access to Conference Platform with all the Content

    - Certificate of Attendance

    - Up to 13.5 Nursing Contact Hours or 16 General CEUs

    - Recorded Videos of all 40+ Sessions after the Conference



    • 04/18/2024
    • 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
    • DeSales University, Center Valley, PA

    Compassion in Action: 2024 Phoebe Institute on Aging Conference

    A wide range of topics will be covered, relating to how compassionate care can support goals including:

    • Workforce well-being
    • Resident and patient experience
    • Long-Term Care
    • Safety
    • Quality
    • Innovation

    Participants will learn how healthcare organizations around the world are improving quality, lowering costs, and strengthening patients’ and providers’ experience using compassionate, collaborative care. Our vision is to form a powerful community where every participant plays an integral role in sharing ideas, stimulating new thinking, and inspiring the change that will better our healthcare system. 
    Conference Objectives:

    1. Empathy & Compassionate Care – the effects not only on the patient but also the caregiver
    2. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion – Compassionate and inclusive conversations
    3. Economics & the Ethics of Healthcare
    COST:
    • Early Registration is $35 from January 22–February 29.
    • Regular Registration is $50 starting on March 1.
    Registration closes on April 1.
    No refunds are available after April 1.

    6 CEU credits have been approved for the PA State Board of Nursing, NASW-PA, NAB, and NCCAP.

    CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFERENCE BROCHURE

    Click here to register: https://phoebe.org/piaconference/

    • 04/23/2024
    • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    • Virtual


    Strategies to Address Social Isolation and Loneliness for People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers

    Date & Time: 

    Apr 23, 2024 01:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)

    Description:

    Given the high prevalence and impact of social isolation and loneliness among people living with dementia (PLWD) and those who care for them, providing activities that offer a range of positive health outcomes is critical. In this webinar, presenters will discuss the unique impact of dementia on social isolation and loneliness, tools for measuring these experiences, and common types of programs for addressing social isolation and loneliness among people living with dementia and their caregivers. In addition, Oakwood Creative Care will present how they use Memory Cafés to address the needs of PLWD and their caregivers. Information will be shared on how to create a successful Memory Café in your community and how participation in the Memory Café can significantly reduce social isolation and loneliness for both PLWD and their caregiver.

    Direct questions to NADRC-Webinars@rti.org

    Please note: NADRC webinars are free of charge and open to the public. NADRC webinars are recorded and will be available for viewing at https://nadrc.acl.gov/.

    Pre-registration is required to attend the live webinars. Closed captioning is available during the live event and is included in the recording for all NADRC webinars.

    Participants in this webinar will:

    • Understand the impact of dementia on social isolation and loneliness.
    • Learn about five types of programs aimed at addressing social isolation and loneliness.
    • Gain practical knowledge on how to develop a successful Memory Café in their community, and the benefits and challenges of hosting them.
    • Learn why participation in a Memory Café is a successful strategy for reducing social isolation and loneliness for both the PLWD and their caregiver.


    • 05/02/2024
    • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
    • Virtual

    7th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium Registration Open

    Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM ET

    Registration is now open for the 7th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day (OAMHAD) Symposium, which will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 with the event beginning at 10 AM ET. This virtual event is free and includes a full day of sessions on how to best meet the mental health needs of older adults. In partnership with Rush University’s E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) anticipates offering free continuing education credit for several professions.

    Click on the link below for more information and to register.

    https://connect.ncoa.org/OAMHAD2024


    • 05/15/2024
    • 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Concordia University Wisconsin- Mequon, WI

    Caring Alongside: The Essence of Parish Nursing and Congregational Health Ministries -
    32nd Annual Conference Sponsored by
    Concordia University Wisconsin

    Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

    Welcome to our 32nd annual conference! This year’s gathering is based on Galatians 6:2: Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

    As we prayerfully ask for compassion, kindness, humility, patience, and follow His example, we know that our God has blessed us. We will serve our Heavenly Father in our churches and communities with caring service in our congregational health ministries.

    This annual national gathering of nurses, pastors, lay ministers, and others is a true blessing. It helps us all focus on our calling to vocations, to share and tell the love of Christ, and to serve Him in all we do. It includes blessings to gain new knowledge, network with peers, and share resources to help us all develop new programs and ministries in congregational health.

    If you cannot attend, please pray for a successful conference and consider a financial donation. I hope to see you in May 2025 at the 33rd annual conference in Mequon, WI.  

    Your sister in Christ,

    Carol Lueders Bolwerk, PhD, RN
    Director of Parish Nursing
    Concordia University
    262-243-4233
    Carol.luedersbolwerk@cuw.edu

    Click HERE for the Brochure 

    • 09/10/2024
    • Alaska

    LUTHERAN PARISH NURSES INTERNATIONAL STUDY TOUR 

    10-18 September 2024 ALASKA USA 

    LPNI study tours provide Parish Nurses and others from around the world an opportunity to learn, network and support one another, share experiences and models of practice, meet with pastors, deaconesses, missionaries and others to enjoy fellowship with like-minded people. Previous study tours have included Palestine, Australia, Finland, USA, Germany, New Zealand, Brazil, England, Canada, Singapore, Romania

    For more information click HERE.

    Lutheran Parish Nurses International, NFP [LPNI] exists to serve the Lord and His Kingdom through Christ-centered parish nursing in Lutheran denominations. The methods to promote this purpose are: Promote, Support, Equip, Research. Although situations in specific countries require some differences in practice, the focus is always the same.  Lutheran parish nurses provide a Christ-centered compassionate health ministry to members of their congregation and community.

     How to Participate:

     LPNI is not a membership organization, but a network of parish nurses and others with an interest in the mission, vision, and purpose. As a network, there are no dues. You can provide support through your prayers and participation.


Mental Health First Aid is likened to CPR certification, where information is shared to assist individuals experiencing mental health or substance use-related issues. Specific risk factors and warning signs are discussed, with shared strategies to meet the needs of individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, psychoses, substance abuse disorders, and trauma. The outcome focus is the development of recovery and resiliency.

The 4 reasons to become trained in Mental Health First Aid:

1. Being Prepared 
2. Being Helpful learn recommended strategies 
3. Mental illnesses affect 1 in 5 adults
4. Share caring for one another

To learn more, go to the Mental Health First Aid website at https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ and if you are interested in taking a course, click on "Get Trained" and if you are interested in being an instructor, click on "Be an Instructor".

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