Guided by the vision of a world where children can grow up happy, healthy, and safe, Darkness to Light is committed to empowering adults to prevent child sexual abuse. We believe that protecting children is an adult’s responsibility, and that through education and training, adults will be empowered to act. WHAT IS STEWARDS OF CHILDREN®? […]
This is a free in-person event at Macon County Senior Services, facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric Team. CE’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. This course covers a variety of complementary treatments for overall mental health that can support managing everyday stressors and improving wellness. These treatments can create opportunities […]
Depression is common in older adults and often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This course explores risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. Care providers receive tips on how to support others experiencing depression. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health GERO Team. CEU’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. […]
Question, Persuade, Refer is an emergency response to someone in crisis. In this training, you’ll learn: How to ask the right questions about suicide How to persuade a person to get help How to refer an individual to the right resource
Communication is the string that ties us all together. If that string isn’t strong enough or is broken, relationships tend to unravel. Effective communication cultivates strong relationships and supports one’s voice being heard. This curriculum is designed to look at ways to neutralize barriers and methods to enhance clear, concise, and deliberate exchanges. This is […]
This free, virtual course provides 11 contact hours of training related to System of Care and the CFT process; gives parents, caregivers, and professionals an overview of CFT meetings from the family’s perspective; and teaches strategies and facilitation skills to support youth and families. To receive credit for the training, participants must attend both full […]
Consumer and Family Advisory Committee (CFAC) MeetingRegion 2 Counties: Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, Mitchell, Polk, Transylvania, Yancey Sign up to make public comment by emailing your name, county of residence, and subject matter to cfac@vayahealth.com or call any CFAC support staff (1-800-893-6246). Meeting connection:Phone: 1-828-552-4129 Conference ID: 454 223 699#200 Ridgefield Court – Suite 218, Asheville, NC 28806
This is a free virtual event facilitated by the Vaya Health Geriatric team. CE’s are provided through NC Department of Health and Human Services. Antidepressants treat depression, but did you realize there are other uses for this medication? This course will examine the traditional use of antidepressant medications, potential side effects, and administration protocols. Off-label […]
Question, Persuade, Refer is an emergency response to someone in crisis. In this training, you will learn: How to ask the right questions about suicide How to persuade a person to get help How to refer an individual to the right resource
A course designed to increase the understanding of neurocognitive disorders and dementia. The curricula will examine the four most diagnosed types of neurocognitive disorders (NCDs) in older adults, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options. Also included are intervention strategies to support adaptive care delivery. This is a free in-person event facilitated by the Vaya Health […]