Alliance For Safe Kids

Understanding Grief
2022-10-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Grief is a natural reaction to the loss of a loved one and in most cases grief symptoms decrease over time. But for some people, feelings of intense grief persist and are severe enough to cause problems in everyday life. Explore the symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, and treatment of prolonged grief disorder with a licensed therapist and learn practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting loved ones in this one-hour seminar.
About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with ten years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi’s career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.
Register for FREE here.

NAMI - Parents / Caregivers of Adolescents and Young Adults Support Group – 4th Wednesday
2022-10-26 19:30 - 21:00
The Parents/Caregivers of Adolescents and Young Adults Support Group is a peer-led support group for loved ones of adolescents and young adults who are living with mental illness.
For more information or to register please call NAMI Westchester at 914-592-5458.

Spotlight on Recovery - Family Support Group
2022-10-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-19 19:00 - 20:00
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. ​
Wednesday 7-8pm
Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/8534470100
*No passcode required.

Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships
2022-10-26 12:00 - 13:00
Maintaining a balance between taking care of loved ones and setting healthy boundaries for yourself can be challenging. Learn how to express your own needs without guilt, strike a healthy balance between caregiving and self-care, and tips for negotiating compromises with a licensed therapist.
About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with ten years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi’s career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.
Register for FREE here.

Thrivers! A Roadmap for Building the Skills Our Kids Need to Thrive
2022-10-25 19:00 - 20:00
All parents and adult community members are invited to join K.N.O.W.2Prevent for a presentation by nationally renowned author and educational psychologist, Michele Borba, EdD. Based on her book, Thrivers! The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine, Dr. Borba will share tips and strategies to help parents foster traits such as confidence, empathy, integrity, and curiosity to help our children thrive in an increasingly complicated world.
Register for FREE here.

Spotlight on Recovery - Family Support Group
2022-10-25 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-10-18 18:30 - 20:00
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. ​
Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm
Link to join: https://zoom.us/j/2241277364
​Passcode: [REDACTED]

Relationships, Family, and Mental Health
2022-10-25 12:00 - 13:00
The complicated nature of mental illnesses can make relationships challenging, and caregiver stress — the emotional and physical stress of caregiving — is common. Learn strategies to set boundaries, respond to difficult behavior, and manage your own stress in this one-hour webinar with a licensed therapist.
About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with ten years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi’s career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.
Register for FREE here.

Invitation to Change Workshop with CRAFT Strategies
2022-10-22 09:30 - 14:00
Back by popular demand. CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) presented by Center for Motivation and Change and our partners at Drug Crisis in Our Backyard. Learn tools that can give you hope, help a loved one move away from substance use and apply better techniques to help you take care of yourself. Excellent workshop for anyone hoping to influence change in a loved ones behavior. Register now.

Virtual Overdose Prevention Training
2022-10-20 18:30 - 20:00
Naloxone is a prescription medicine that reverses an overdose by blocking heroin or other opioids in the nervous system for 30-90 minutes. Naloxone is administered by injection or intranasal. Following training, participants receive a kit by mail. Presented by our partners at Drug Crisis in Our Backyard.
Register by email: ssal@drugcrisisinourbackyard.com

Understanding Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
2022-10-20 12:00 - 13:00
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder is an eating disorder characterized by very selective eating habits, a disturbance in eating patterns, or both. Separate myths and facts and explore the signs and symptoms, prevalence, and treatment of this often-misunderstood diagnosis. Learn practical tips to manage symptoms and support loved ones in this one-hour seminar.
About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with ten years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi’s career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.
Register for FREE here.

NAMI - Parents / Caregivers of Adolescents and Young Adults Support Group – 3rd Wednesdays
2022-10-19 19:30 - 21:00

Understanding Eating Disorders
2022-10-19 12:00 - 13:00
Although our culture is preoccupied with food and weight, and disordered patterns of eating are very common, clinical diagnosis of eating disorders is less common. Even for professionals who have been treating them for years, eating disorders can be confusing illnesses. Explore the types of eating disorders, their signs & symptoms, risk factors, and treatment in this one-hour seminar. Learn practical steps for supporting loved ones and tips for discussing this often-misunderstood topic with a licensed therapist.
About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with ten years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi’s career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.
Register for FREE here.

Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder
2022-10-18 12:00 - 13:00
Body Dysmorphic Disorder is defined by negative self-image and misperceptions about appearance. Preoccupation with perceived flaws can result in anxiety, depression, and social isolation. Explore the diagnostic criteria, symptoms, and common misconceptions of body dysmorphic disorder in this one-hour seminar. Discuss treatment options and learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist.
About the instructor: Jaymi Dormaier is a Licensed Master Social Worker with ten years of experience in the mental health field. In Jaymi’s career as a social worker and therapist she has worked with diverse populations focusing on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, foster care, adoption, homelessness, and addiction. She is passionate about helping others live a life they love.
Register for FREE here.
