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SUMMARY:Penncares: Stress Management: The Key to Coping
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Wednesday\, March 4\, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Webinar via Zoom\nCost: $5 \nThis program is funded by a generous grant from the Staunton Farm Foundation. \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nThis interactive training focuses on increasing participants’ understanding of stress and how it affects mental\, emotional\, physical\, and behavioral well-being. Participants explore what stress is\, common stress responses\, and factors that contribute to stress in daily life\, including work demands\, life transitions\, and decision-making pressures. The training also examines how unmanaged stress can impact relationships\, workplace functioning\, and overall quality of life. Emphasis is placed on practical coping strategies\, stress-reduction techniques\, and the role of self-care in maintaining balance. Participants leave with realistic tools they can apply immediately to better manage stress and support personal and professional well-being. \n  \n\nObjectives \n\nDefine stress and distinguish between positive (eustress) and negative (distress) forms of stress.\nIdentify common physical\, emotional\, mental\, and behavioral responses to stress\, including personal warning signs.\nRecognize factors that make situations stressful\, including life transitions\, lack of control\, and perceived demands.\nExamine the impact of stress on decision-making\, relationships\, and workplace functioning.\nApply practical coping strategies and stress-reduction techniques to better balance personal and professional responsibilities.\nUnderstand the value of self-care and how it supports long-term health\, resilience\, and quality of life.\n\n\nFacilitator\nLisa Kennedy is a single parent of four adult children and a proud grandmother of four. She is a former foster parent and adoptive parent\, and currently serves as an elected School Board Director for the School District of the City of York. In addition\, she works as a Family Peer Support Specialist. For over 20 years\, Lisa has dedicated herself to supporting\, educating\, and advocating for children and families. She is passionate about learning and growing through the many opportunities she encounters while participating in workshops and trainings with others. Lisa has presented locally and across Pennsylvania on topics including education\, family support\, and mental health. She also serves on numerous local\, state\, and national committees and boards focused on these key areas. \n  \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs)\n\nSocial Work: 1.5 CEUs – Pending Approval (No Additional Cost)\n\nSocial Work: “NASW-PA Chapter is a co-sponsor of this workshop.  Upon approval\, 1.5 CEUs will be awarded for completion of this course. NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36)\, Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers\, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.”
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/penncares-stress-management-the-key-to-coping/
LOCATION:Online VIA Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Health
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SUMMARY:Penncares: The Power of Positivity: How to Drop Negative Thoughts
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.\nLocation: Webinar via Zoom\nCost: $5 \nThis program is funded by a generous grant from the Staunton Farm Foundation. \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nThis engaging and research-based session explores how positive thinking and optimism influence emotional well-being\, mental health\, and overall resilience. Participants will examine the connection between mindset and behavioral health\, learning how conscious awareness and intentional thought patterns can reduce stress\, improve coping\, and enhance quality of life. Drawing from psychological research in cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness practices\, the training provides practical strategies to recognize and reframe negative thinking while fostering self-compassion\, balance\, and emotional stability. Through interactive reflection and discussion\, participants will leave equipped with tools to support themselves and others in building a more positive\, mentally healthy outlook. \n\nObjectives \n\nDescribe the relationship between positive thinking\, mental wellness\, and behavioral health outcomes.\nIdentify common forms of negative thinking and their impact on mood\, stress\, and behavior.\nApply research-based strategies such as cognitive reframing\, mindfulness\, and gratitude to counter negative thoughts.\nPractice self-awareness techniques to promote optimism\, resilience\, and emotional regulation in daily life.\nDevelop an individualized action plan for integrating positive practices into professional and personal routines to support sustained mental wellness.\n\n\nFacilitator\nLaurie Neyhard is a seasoned professional specializing in ergonomics\, wellness\, and health promotion. With over a decade of experience\, Laurie combines her expertise in injury prevention\, workplace wellness\, and life enrichment to design and implement impactful programs across various industries. Laurie holds a Master of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from California University of Pennsylvania\, graduating summa cum laude\, and a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Management from Lock Haven University\, where she earned multiple accolades for academic and leadership excellence. Laurie also holds certifications in wellness\, fitness\, and caregiver training. Her contributions include presenting at national conferences\, serving on professional boards\, and receiving awards for creative programming and best practices in her field. \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs)\n\nSocial Work: 2.0 CEUs – Pending Approval (No Additional Cost)\nNursing: 2.0 CEUs – Pending Approval (No Additional Cost)\n\nSocial Work: “NASW-PA Chapter is a co-sponsor of this workshop.  Upon approval\, 2.0 CEUs will be awarded for completion of this course. NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36)\, Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers\, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.” \nNursing: Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing is approved with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Pennsylvania State Nurses Association Approver Unit\, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Pending approval\, participants with a valid RN license that attend the entire Nursing Continuing Professional Development program (NCPD)\, can earn 2.0 contact hours.; partial contact hours are not awarded. 
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/penncares-the-power-of-positivity-how-to-drop-negative-thoughts/
LOCATION:Online VIA Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Health,People
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