Veterans’ Action League 2.0 Pain Management Discussion
The Veterans' Action League 2.0 is seeking individuals to help shape the future of chronic pain management in the Veteran Community. Please join them for a meeting on Saturday, 9/21 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm in Fairfax VA to learn more about the project and how veterans in the community can participate and contribute. Eligible stakeholders include veterans, caregivers, clinicians, health system administrators, pubic health officials and policy makers. Food and compensation are included for participation.
Free Film Event
The Frederick County Senior Services Division is co-sponsoring a free movie event to raise awareness of the issues surrounding caregiving and dementia. A screening of "What They Had" will take place from 1-4:30pm on September 26th at the Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, Frederick Community College. Following the screening an expert panel will discuss dementia, caregiving and ways to help the community to become more Dementia Friendly. This is a free event.
Hero’s Bridge Volunteer Info Session
Interested in helping veterans? Join Hero's Bridge for an informative training to learn how you can make an impact by volunteering for their Battle Buddy Program. Saturday, September 21st from 10am-12pm. RSVP requested.
Behavioral Health Administration’s Recovery Month Kickoff Event
Please join the Maryland Department of Health’s Behavioral Health Administration and the University of Maryland Training Center in celebrating the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Recovery Month Kick-off event, Join the Voices of Recovery: Together We Are Stronger. Friday, September 6, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Rice Auditorium at Spring Grove Hospital Center, 55 Wade Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228.
Are YOU Ready to Run for EveryMind?
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2019. EveryMind is proud to host Run for EveryMind again this year at Rockville Town Center. We host this event every year because our mission is to raise awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness and reduce the stigma that is often associated with mental health challenges. Through Run for EveryMind, we strive to educate the community while providing an opportunity to engage in a positive, healthy activity that promotes good mental and physical health. Please join us at the 5K Run or 3K Walk. Registration is required.
2019 Behavioral Health Symposium
The MD Army National Guard Behavioral Health Team and Resilience, Risk Reduction & Suicide Prevention (R3SP) team are joining forces to host the 2019 Behavioral Health Symposium on Saturday, September 7th at the Dundalk Armory. This year's Symposium will offer Advanced Skills Training in the areas of Suicide Prevention, Substance Abuse, and Resilience. Behavioral health, medical, resilience, suicide intervention, drug testing, military police, and chaplain personnel are encouraged to attend. REGISTRATION HAS OPENED UP FOR ALL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROVIDERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS!!! FREE CEUs for Counselors, Psychologists, and Social Workers sponsored by Maryland's Commitment to Veterans. Registration is required.
Vetoga Free Yoga for Veterans
SUNDAY, VETOGA - Yoga & Medication honoring Military, Veterans, and their Families with Nahaku McFadden at 10:30am. This is a free event. Location is The WorX by Maia, 5420 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria VA 22304.
Martinsburg VA Mental Health Summit
Join the Martinsburg VA Medical Center on Tuesday, August 20th from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM for their annual Mental Health Summit. This year's event is focused on Suicide Prevention and Access. Veterans, Service Members, family members, DOD partners and local community group representatives are invited to attend. Please RSVP by Tuesday, August 6th.
Operation Tohidu Offering Male MST Retreat
Melwood Veterans Services’ Operation Tohidu is holding a pilot session for male military sexual trauma (MST) survivors September 9 – 13, 2019. Applications are now being accepted. There is no cost to attend and it is open to veterans across the country, however, space is limited to 15 people. Please check out or their Facebook page for more information, to register or to donate. For additional information please contact Travis Rahill at trahill@melwood.org or (301)599-4550.
Mind-Body Skills & Affirmation Stone Workshops
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals is offering two wellness workshops for veterans and military families on Saturday, July 27th. Join them at 9:30 am for a Mind-Body Skills Workshop facilitated by the American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces. Stay and take part in the Affirmation Stone Workshop that begins at 10:30am. These events are free and the clinic has plenty of free parking and is metro accessible. Please register to attend.