Calendar of Events

Person Centered Thinking (PCT)

This is a two-day, virtual, 12-hour workshop that introduces the basic principles of PCT. Vaya trainers will review and discuss the origins, research, and values of person-centered thinking. This training will provide an essential framework for effectively supportinga person in navigating life’s challenges and opportunities. Participants must attend and participate both days to receive a certificate of […]

Free

How Being Trauma-Informed Improves Criminal Justice System Responses

SAMHSA’s GAINS Center for Behavioral Health and Justice Transformation, operated by Policy ResearchAssociates, Inc. (PRA), is known nationally for its work in regard to people with behavioral health needs involved inthe criminal justice system.Although prevalence estimates vary, there is consensus that high percentages of justice-involved women andmen have experienced serious trauma throughout their lifetime. The […]

Free

Back to School Bash – Sizzlin’ Summer Series Yancey County

Burnsville Town Square 11 Town Square, Burnsville, North Carolina

The Back to School Bash is back! Celebrate the end of summer with fun inflatables, a dunking booth, food trucks, the AMY Regional Library Bookmobile, and more!

Back to School Bash – Madison County

348 Medical Park Drive 348 Medical Park Drive, Marshall, North Carolina, United States

Back to School Bash for families to learn about resources in the area and to get free school supplies!

Camp Hope – Alamance County

Camp HOPE America is the leading year-round camping and mentoring program in the country for children and teens impacted by trauma. It’s also the first evidence-based camping and mentoring program in the US to focus on children and teens exposed to domestic violence. Pathways is a year-round group mentorship program with monthly activities. Children can […]

The Art of Giving Fundraiser – Buncombe County

The Art of Giving is an annual fundraising event to benefit Jewish Family Services of Western North Carolina. This year’s event is Sunday, August 18 from 4-6 PM at the Congregation Beth HaTephila Dave Social Hall located on Liberty Avenue in Asheville. David and Susan Leader will be honored for their work on behalf of […]

How Being Trauma-Informed Improves Criminal Justice System Responses

SAMHSA’s GAINS Center for Behavioral Health and Justice Transformation, operated by Policy ResearchAssociates, Inc. (PRA), is known nationally for its work in regard to people with behavioral health needs involved inthe criminal justice system.Although prevalence estimates vary, there is consensus that high percentages of justice-involved women andmen have experienced serious trauma throughout their lifetime. The […]

Free