Trauma Matters Delaware

Coffee & Conversations
2022-05-11 12:30 (America/New_York)
The discussion will engage members of the higher education community in thoughtful conversation about why a trauma-informed approach matters and how it may positively impact their institution of higher education, and be eager to expand and enhance their capacity as a trauma-informed college or university.
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Trauma-Informed Leadership for Post Pandemic Success
2022-05-12 12:00
A seminar focused on helping leaders across various industries think critically about the skill sets, mindsets, and tool sets needed to respond to and support employees and communities impacted by trauma.
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Coaching Using a Trauma-Informed Perspective: Making a Difference in College Athletics (by invitation only)
2022-05-16 17:30 - 18:30
Student athletes and coaching staff often wrestle with trauma and toxic stress personally and professionally. This training will help college/university athletic staff gain knowledge and skills on how to implement a trauma-informed approach on and off the field.

Resilience and self-care panel discussion
2022-05-18 12:30
Learn how to navigate self-care best practices and build resilience during this open discussion
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Trauma-Informed Leadership (by invitation only)
2022-05-19 12:00 - 13:00
This presentation will explore the differences between leading through trauma and being a trauma-informed leader with a focus on utilizing trauma-informed principles to lead every day and not just in times of distress. Participants will be asked to reflect on their leadership style and which aspects of trauma-informed leadership, if any, are they currently using as well as which principles would they like to incorporate into their practice.

The Dos and Don'ts of Engaging Youth and Young Adults
2022-05-21 12:00 - 14:00
The Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families (DSCYF) invites you to join youth engagement specialists as they share tips for engaging youth and young adults. This youth-developed and facilitated virtual workshop will provide tips on how to create meaningful connections with young people from their perspective.
This workshop was funded through the System of Care Expansion and Implementation Grant.

No registration required.
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National Children's Mental Health Acceptance Week Youth Panel
2022-05-24 14:00 - 15:30
Join us to hear a panel of young adults reflect on what acceptance of their mental health needs would have meant for them as children/youth.
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Healing Circles
2022-05-25 12:00
Building resilience – using the Healing Circles model to assist caretakers to use as another self-care tool they can learn and utilize for themselves, their staff, co-workers and/or volunteers – This will be experiential rather than a learning (training) session on healing circles.
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2022 State Agency Summit
2022-05-31 13:00 - 16:00
Please join us for the Second Annual Trauma Awareness Month State Summit. During this half-day event, we will provide learning opportunities from other states and departments regarding their work towards becoming a trauma-informed state.
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How to Help Children Adjust after Something Scary or Stressful Happens
2022-06-02 17:00
Develop the ability to identify and enhance protective factors to help youth adjust after challenging or stressful events. Objectives: Provide attendees with a brief overview of how youth may respond when something scary or stressful happens; Share what the process often looks like after a mandated report is made; Discuss brief interventions family members and other supportive adults can provide to help youth adjust after something scary or stressful happens.
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Compassionate Champion Award Ceremony
2022-06-14 06:00 - 20:00
In 2018, the Family Services Cabinet Council implemented Executive Order #24, which launched efforts to make Delaware a trauma-informed state. As part of this initiative, Delaware is committed to ensuring all environments that serve children and adults in the state are working to embody practices of trauma-informed care.
The 2022 Compassionate Champion Award winner will be announced May 20th, and recognized at this event on June 14th.

Medical Advocacy in the Face of Discrimination (On-Demand)
2022-06-24 12:00
Presented by Sharon Cooper, MD, FAAP
Free CME/CE available until May 27, 2022
On-Demand June 24
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Balancing ACEs with HOPE Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences (On-Demand)
2022-06-28 12:00
Presented by Robert Sege, MD and Baraka Floyd, MD
Free CME/CE available until June 17, 2022
On-Demand June 28
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What are problematic sexual behaviors in youth?
2022-08-16 12:00 - 13:30
Apply obtained knowledge about problematic sexual behaviors in youth into your practice (e.g., identify when mandated reporting is necessary, make appropriate referrals for further assessment and treatment, provide families information on what is normative and potentially problematic sexual behaviors in youth); learn how to better assess the behavior and implement brief intervention to address behavior.
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Supporting your child with autism spectrum disorder during the holidays
2022-11-02 12:00
While the holidays are a time of joy and celebration, they can also be difficult for youth with autism spectrum disorder.
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Grooming & Enhancing Online Safety
2022-11-04 12:00
Apply knowledge of grooming strategies to identify potential child victims; Share information about online safety.
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Human Trafficking & Trauma: Lessons to be Learned
2023-01-26 10:30 - 12:00
Learn the current state of human trafficking in the US as well as explore the challenges of meeting the needs of trafficking victims.
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The Role of Toxic Stress and Empathy in Law Enforcement
2023-04-25 12:00 - 13:30
Recognize the role toxic stress plays in LEO’s responding to situations
The Role of Toxic Stress and Empathy in Law Enforcement Tickets, Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Trauma Awareness theme night at the Wilmington Blue Rocks
2023-04-28 17:30
Date: April 28th
Time: 5:35pm
Come out and support Trauma Matters Delaware as they raise awareness at the Blue Rocks game on April 28, 2023. The game starts at 6:35 and the gates open at 5:35. Come early for pre–game festivities. Use the password TMD23 to purchase tickets and $3.00 of every ticket sold using that password will go back to Trauma Matters Delaware.

Moving From Trauma-Sensitive to Trauma-Responsive
2023-04-29 09:00 - 15:00
Date: April 29th
Time: 9 AM – 3 PM
This conference will focus on resilience across the lifespan and incorporate themes that show up in the workplace.
State leaders, educators, and community members will have the chance to hear from various trauma professionals on
how they can ensure they are utilizing trauma-sensitive care techniques to ensure their organization are working to
become trauma-responsive.
Moving From Trauma-Sensitive to Trauma-Responsive Tickets, Sat, Apr 29, 2023 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

Shining the Light on the Healing Power of Community Takes U and ME
2023-05-03 13:00 - 14:00
Date: May 3rd
Time: 1 PM – 2 PM
Communities are full of hidden gems that support connection, healing and resilience. Are you one of those gems? What is already working to promote well-being in your community? What do you need? We invite you to consider the role you can play in developing collaborative partnerships to highlight, support and foster community lead well-being.
Shining the Light on the Healing Power of Community Takes U and ME Tickets, Wed, May 3, 2023 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Film screening of Mister Rogers & Me at Theatre N in Wilmington with post-panel discussion
2023-05-06 08:00 - 17:00
Date: May 6th
Information Coming Soon

Mister Rogers & Me Documentary Screening Benefiting Trauma Matters Delaware
2023-05-06 19:00
In his 83-minute PBS Documentary, Fred Rogers’ real-life neighbor, Journalist Benjamin Wagner, comes to know more than just the TV icon and his luminous legacy. His personal journey unearths the roots of Mister Rogers’ values, unmasks the forces acting against depth and simplicity, and helps them to develop the means to lead deeper, simpler lives.
Tickets on sale here!

"I see you, I Care" Conference
2023-05-10 08:30 - 14:30
Date: May 10
Time: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Theme for this year’s conference is “I see you, I Care”

Keynote Address: Faith in Action
Heal and touch exercise
Session 1: Recovery and Stigma
Session 2: QPR Training (Question, Persuade and Refer)
Networking Lunch
Trauma Matters Delaware: The Brain Game
Narcan Training
CPR Demonstration and training

Gun Violence 101
2023-05-10 10:30 - 11:30
Gun violence is a complex problem — but elevating our collective knowledge about how it persists is the first step toward prevention.
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Podcasts as a Tool to Educate Others About Trauma-informed Higher Education
2023-05-10 12:00 - 13:30
Date: May 10th
Time: 12 PM – 1:30 PM
Come explore the process of designing a podcast to teach about trauma-informed higher education from identifying your audience to choosing your content and format. Together we will co-create a potential podcast series that the Trauma Matters Delaware Higher Education Workgroup will then bring to life. No experience with either podcasting or trauma-informed approaches needed to attend!
Podcasts as a Tool to Educate Others About Trauma-informed Higher Education Tickets, Wed, May 10, 2023 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Mental Health
2023-05-16 09:00
Date: May 16th
Time: 9AM
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Mental Health will provide participants an introductory understanding of autism spectrum disorder and commonly occurring mental health diagnoses. Participants will review the core characteristics of autism, learn about prevalence and presentation, and be introduced to evidence-based resources that can be used to support individuals with autism who have mental health needs.
Webinar Registration – Zoom

A Lunch & Learn: How to be An Ally to LGBTQ+ People?
2023-05-17 12:00 - 13:00
Date: May 17th
Time: 12 PM- 1 PM
• Increase Knowledge of Value of Using Affirming Names/Pronouns/Promoting Safer Systems to Foster Positive Inner Narratives/Sense of Belonging to Greater Community
• Increase Knowledge for Cisgender/Heterosexual Allies to be vocal advocates with increasing Community Safety & Support for LGBTQ Delawareans
A Lunch & Learn: How to be An Ally to LGBTQ+ People? Tickets, Wed, May 17, 2023 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2023 Webinar: Trauma-Informed Practices to Address Abuse and Build Resilience
2023-06-15 14:30
Preventing and addressing elder abuse and building resilience in older adults requires a nuanced and trauma-informed approach. Trauma is a widespread issue that affects individuals in different ways. Older adults are exposed to multiple types of traumas over the lifetime as well as older adult-specific traumas, including the loss of spouse/ partner, social isolation, chronic illness, change in living environment, and elder abuse. This panel webinar will discuss the cumulative and complex trauma histories of diverse older adults, how trauma relates to elder abuse, and strategies to provide culturally responsive and trauma-informed support. Zoom closed captioning will be available during the webinar.

Presenter: National Center on Elder Abuse

To Register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__lMBjebOQIOblyTyDw4vXg#/registration

New Year, New You….Vision Board Empowerment Workshop
2024-01-06 14:30 - 16:30
The Vision Board Empowerment Workshop will build upon the strengths and resilience already present within the individual. The workshop supports a space for participants to explore their goals and aspirations. This workshop will engage individuals in the discussion of values, visions, and goals centered around decision-making, meaning, and the impact of pouring into self. Workshop activity will have a mindfulness moment, a self-assessment, journaling session, and a vision-building exercise.
Registration Required!
