Surviving Hardship

7932 Opossumtown Pike,Frederick MD 21701

17 May, 2023

Description

Surviving Hardship: A discussion of how adopting a trauma-informed approach promotes healing and resilience. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join us for a panel discussion with local survivors and experts in the field. Description: Trauma Responsive Frederick believes that understanding the impact of trauma supports the growing need for greater awareness, compassion, and the well‑being of our community. Our expert panelists are trauma-informed in their field of work and lessons gained from life. They will be speaking from their professional and personal perspectives and experiences on the topic of trauma and life-changing events. *Discussion may include topics that are sensitive for some. Recommended for ages 16+.* Panelists: Inga James MSW PhD: Heartly House; Chair, Trauma Responsive Frederick and Commission, Governor's Commission on Trauma Informed Care Magistrate Joanie Raymond: Circuit Court of Frederick County Doug Tinder: VP Maximus and Board of Directors, MaleSurvivors.org Claudia Hernandez, LGPC, NCC: Program Administrator Judy Center Waverly Elementary School Nicole Nakagama, LCSW-C: Community Agency School Services Coordinator, FCPS