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September
Mon 20
Aging with Grace: Legal Concerns of Aging
Learn about the legal concerns that will come as we age and how we can prepare as well as assist our loved ones, with Dr. Peggy Determeyer. Aging brings the reminder that we need to consider the legacies of our earthly possessions. However, there are other legal considerations of aging. Join us to understand the key considerations, including ways to bequeath your earthly possessions, as well as understand other documents that may be needed as we age. AVAILABLE FOR VIRTUAL…
Find out more »Wed 22
Addiction and the Family – Part 1
Be a participant in our three-part series on addiction and its relationship with the family, with Vaughan Gilmore, LCSW, LCDC. Join our three-part series on addiction and its relationship with the family (September 22, October 20, and November 10). Programs will be led by Vaughan Gilmore and will focus on several dynamics surrounding how addiction impacts and alters family systems as well as finding support towards recovery. AVAILABLE FOR BOTH IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL REGISTRATION
Find out more »Mon 27
Aging with Grace: Understanding Living Options
Learn more about living arrangements as we age and what our options will be, both inside and outside our home, with Dr. Peggy Determeyer. Studies show that most of us prefer to remain in our own homes as we age, but we may need help to do so or may need to consider alternatives. We will present the different living options for seniors, including considerations for obtaining help inside and outside the home. AVAILABLE FOR VIRTUAL REGISTRATION ONLY About the…
Find out more »Wed 29
How to Guard Mental Health & Wellbeing as a Pastor/Priest
Learn about the four, research-based, interrelated dimensions of Flourishing in Ministry with Rev. Chris Adams, Ph.D. Learn about the four, research-based, interrelated dimensions of Flourishing in Ministry: Daily Wellbeing, Resilience, Thriving, and Authenticity as well as the best practices in each of the four dimensions that prevent burnout and promote flourishing in ministry leaders. We will also Identify the ‘on stage, back stage, and off stage’ types of relationships that all pastors need. Free CEUs Available
Find out more »October
Mon 4
Aging with Grace: Paying for Aging
Preparing for our lives as we get older requires understanding the costs that arise and how to plan. Learn more with Dr. Peggy Determeyer. Aging comes with its own challenging financial issues considering costs and income needs for everything from living arrangements to possible elder care. Individuals and families will learn how to define their financial goals and execute them, and we will present some of the considerations in paying for our golden years. AVAILABLE FOR VIRTUAL REGISTRATION ONLY About…
Find out more »Wed 6
Understanding Childhood Trauma
Join us as Jana Gaston-Hull defines trauma and discusses its potential impact as well as supporting children affected by trauma. AVAILABLE FOR BOTH IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL REGISTRATION PRESENTATION IN SPANISH: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7 About the Speaker Jana Gaston-Hull, LPC-S, RPT-S, LSOTP, LBSW-IPR, LCDCI, Harris County Children’s Assessment Center (CAC) Jana Gaston-Hull enjoys the amazing work of helping people. She has been in the social work/counseling field nearly thirty years. Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and tailors to the individual. Jana…
Find out more »Thu 7
Entendiendo el Trauma Infantil
En esta presentación definiremos el trauma. También discutiremos el impacto potencial y aprenderemos como apoyar a los niños afectados. DISPONIBLE PARA REGISTRO EN PERSONA Y VIRTUAL PRESENTACIÓN EN INGLES: MIÉRCOLES 6 DE OCTUBRE About the Speaker Veronica Garza, MA, LPC-A, Terapeuta Bilingüe, Centro de Asesoramiento de Niños de Harris County (CAC) Graduada de SHSU en 2012 con una licensiatura en Psicología, en 2019 de SHSU con una maestria en Asesoramiento Clínico Sobre la Salud Mental Recibió un certificado en Terapia…
Find out more »Mon 11
The SAVVY Caregiver Class
Caregiving, especially for someone dealing with dementia, is often a new role and requires special skills and knowledge. The Savvy Caregiver Class, presented through The Amazing Place, is an innovative, free, program for understanding the changes your loved one is experiencing throughout the disease’s progression. During the six-week, two-hour class sessions, we help caregivers understand dementia, its effects on behavior, and provide personalized strategies for caregiving and related decision-making. Research has demonstrated caregivers who participated in this program improve their…
Find out more »Thu 14
Dementia from Bench to Bedside: Neuropsychology, Diagnosis & Interventions
Join us to better understand dementia and cognitive aging, and how we can practice preventive approaches. As our aging population continues to grow, health care providers must be prepared to address the prevalent health issues that seniors may experience like dementia and late-life depression. Elderly patients with memory disorders and behavioral health conditions often present unique and complex challenges, requiring integrated care delivered by specialized and trained professionals. Dr. Christina Burrows will provide an update on successful cognitive aging, warning…
Find out more »Wed 20
Addiction and the Family – Part 2
Be a participant in our three-part series on addiction and its relationship with the family, with Vaughan Gilmore, LCSW, LCDC. Join our three-part series on addiction and its relationship with the family. Programs will be led by Vaughan Gilmore and will focus on several dynamics surrounding how addiction impacts and alters family systems as well as finding support towards recovery. AVAILABLE FOR BOTH IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL REGISTRATION
Find out more »Wed 27
Family Systems I – Becoming More Self-Regulated
Gain more understanding on how family systems can become more self-regulated with Ken Shuman, DMin. Family systems are complex and there are many layers to them. In order to help develop strong self-regulation skills and increase emotional health within them, join us as we focus on learning to see anxiety and managing reactivity. Understanding how different aspects of a family system interconnect creates the opportunity for healthy development for both the individuals and system as a whole. Free CEUs Available…
Find out more »November
Wed 3
Family Systems II– Becoming More Clearly Self-Defined
Gain more understanding on how family systems can become more self-defined with Ken Shuman, DMin. Family systems are complex and there are many layers to them. In order to help a family system become more clearly self-defined and increase emotional health, we must understand boundaries and develop guiding principles. Knowing how different aspects of a family system interconnect creates the opportunity for healthy development for both the individuals and system as a whole. Free CEUs Available AVAILABLE FOR BOTH IN-PERSON…
Find out more »Wed 10
Addiction and the Family – Part 3
Be a participant in our three-part series on addiction and its relationship with the family, with Vaughan Gilmore, LCSW, LCDC. Join our three-part series on addiction and its relationship with the family. Programs will be led by Vaughan Gilmore and will focus on several dynamics surrounding how addiction impacts and alters family systems as well as finding support towards recovery. AVAILABLE FOR BOTH IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL REGISTRATION
Find out more »Thu 18
Choosing the ‘Right’ Long-Term Care Facility
Join Seth Stander as he discusses the process around choosing the "right" long-term care facility and what to consider. Choosing the "right" long-term care facility (i.e., a facility whose mission is resident centered care) can improve both quality of life and peace of mind. Let's discuss ways to make a careful choice: through specific observations, probing questions, and the utilization of outside resources. When a long-term care facility helps to fulfill one's physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs, "life" -…
Find out more »December
Wed 1
Protecting Your Mental Health During Times of Crisis
Join JoAnna Snider-Anderson on why it’s important during times of crisis to actively protect your mental health and find tools to use. Experiencing intense difficulties, troubles, or danger during various life moments can leave a lasting imprint on who you are and how you see the world. It’s important during these times of crisis to actively protect your mental health. Join JoAnna Snider-Anderson, staff psychologist for the Houston Police Department, as she explains why it’s important and provides tools you…
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