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Helping Kids Thrive
Helping Kids Thrive is a free annual parenting conference with hands-on practical information to help children and youth grow in positive ways. It’s for parents of infants to teens and for other adults too! For more information click here.
Upcoming Webinars
How Good Nutrition and Lifestyle Decisions Support Learning, Mood & More
Thursday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. MST
This webinar will provide information, ideas, and tips for busy parents and families on how to increase children’s learning and engagement through nutrition. You will learn about our food system, how to make simple changes to support learning and mood, along with easy recipes to make at home. Register here.
On-Demand Webinars
Stress Busters For Parents: Put On Your Oxygen Mask First
Parenting children of any age can be stressful. With the stress of parenting, jobs, relationships, and finances, your physical and emotional well-being can be impacted. We often think of our own emotional needs last but when the stress in your life feels overwhelming, it’s time to take a break and take a breath.
Learn to take stock and identify what in your life you can control.
Join Trauma-informed Expressive Arts Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor Susannah Horowitz to learn tools to refocus, take action, and move forward in a healthy, productive way. Watch the recording here.
Mindfulness and Meditation 101
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
Countless studies have proven the benefits of mindfulness and meditation. These practices can help lower stress, improve your sleep, manage feelings of anxiety and depression, and increase your overall health. But, what do mindfulness and meditation actually look like, and how can you practice these techniques and reap the benefits?
During this webinar, Jefferson Center Wellness Clinician Jovahna Pena will teach you the basics of mindfulness and meditation, provide practical tips and tricks, and share helpful resources. She will also lead participants through a brief mindfulness and meditation exercise so you can see how simple and beneficial this practice is. Watch the recording here.
Improving Sleep For Better Mental Health and Wellness
Getting a good night’s sleep affects so many aspects of our lives. Without it, you’ll feel tired, cranky, and could eventually lead to chronic health problems. But why is it so hard to get the eight hours of peaceful rest that our body needs?
More often than not though, sleep is the first thing to go when times get tough. When we can practice and maintain good habits we are able to be more productive, have better concentration, and increased overall health.
Join Jefferson Center clinician Kathy Baur to learn how to get back on track with your sleep and how you can reap the benefits of good sleep by creating a healthy lifestyle and habits that allow for enough rest. After watching this webinar, you will be armed with knowledge on how to set yourself up for a good night’s rest so you can tackle anything life throws your way. Watch the recording here.
How To: Support Your Kids as they Begin the 2020-21 School Year
It’s time for back-to-school and this year is looking much different than most. Virtual, in-person, and hybrid school models are all in play as school kicks off, and parents, students, and school districts are all needing to be flexible to adapt to changing COVID-19 circumstances.
With so much uncertainty surrounding the start of school, it’s important to support your kids and help them build resilience during challenging times, no matter what comes their way.
Join Jefferson Center clinician Amy Cobb to learn practical tips and tools to provide social and emotional support to your child as they transition into this new school year. Watch the recording here.
Hoarding 101: Hoarding Reality vs. What You See On TV
You’ve seen the hoarding shows on TV– rooms piled high with junk, closets overflowing, and people whose lives have been overtaken by their obsession with stuff. But when someone in real-life has a hoarding disorder, is that really what it looks like?
The consequences of hoarding behavior can be severe and have major impacts on health and safety as well as social and emotional well-being. However, not all cases of Hoarding Disorder are as severe as what is shown on TV.
Join Jefferson Center Clinician Amy Miller to learn more about hoarding disorders and the best ways to get help. Watch the recording here.
Getting Out Of A Funk: Tools and Tips to Manage Depression
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
Sometimes you just feel off. Maybe you feel a bit disconnected from the people around you, or you’re having trouble feeling motivated to get things done. You aren’t quite depressed, but you’ve definitely felt better. It happens to the best of us, and with current circumstances, this is completely normal. It’s also okay if you have felt feelings of depression creep in or increase over the last few months. There are tools that can help you feel better!
Join Jefferson Center clinician Melissa Weiler-Cabral as she shares practical tips to combat feelings of depression and help you get out of a “funk.” Melissa will also share different mechanisms and resources to address and deal with symptoms of depression, how to recognize when you may need additional support and the value of self-compassion. Watch the recording here.
How To: Navigating Unemployment Benefits and Housing in Colorado
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
Losing a job can bring on feelings of anxiety and stress, and trying to learn about how to apply for benefits can be confusing. As the community’s mental health center, we are not only here to support your mental health, we are also here to provide you with help as you learn about and apply for unemployment benefits.
Join Jefferson Center clinician Angela Resman to learn about what benefits are, resources available, and tools to boost your mental health during stressful times. Watch the recording here.
How To Take Care of Your Mental Health When You’re Unemployed
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
Losing a job comes with a heavy emotional toll. Experiencing shock and disbelief are normal, along with feeling frustrated, anxious, lost, and even hopeless.
When you’re thrown into an uncertain future, like being unemployed, it’s easy to let taking care of your mental health fall by the wayside, but it’s one of the most important times to practice good self-care. Know you aren’t alone and even in difficult situations it’s possible to have hope, be resilient, and stay positive.
Join Jefferson Center clinician Heather Trish as she shares insights and resources to help you embrace change so you can thrive under all circumstances. Watch the recording here.
Taming the Anxious Mind
Do you find yourself, your child, or a loved one burdened by worry, anxiety, or panic? Come learn a few techniques to help tame the anxious mind!
During this webinar, you will practice effective coping skills for anxiety, including mindfulness, relaxation, and how to help others who are working through these feelings. Jefferson Center clinician Amy Miller will share insight and skills to help you manage anxiety more effectively and unlock the secrets to living a more meaningful life. Watch the recording here.
Facing the Unknown: Building Resiliency During Times of Uncertainty
Many are now facing unemployment, the fear of being exposed to the virus in public, and all of us are anxiously waiting to see what happens next. During this time of unknowns, it is important to find healthy ways to cope, know how to leverage our strengths, and build resiliency to handle any situation life might throw our way.
Join Jefferson Center Clinician Angela Quinn to learn how to combat depression during hard times, avoid and find help with substance abuse, manage your emotions in a healthy way, and cope with anxiety as we face the unknown together. Watch the recording here.
Tools to Thrive: How to Achieve Better Mental Health
Over the last few months, we have all felt a strain on our mental health as we have adjusted and coped with various aspects of life during a pandemic. However, during these times, and other difficult times in life, it is possible to have good mental health and find hope as you use different tools to thrive.
Join Jefferson Center Clinician Angela Quinn to learn how you can boost your mental health with different tools to cope with fatigue and burn out, adjust to big life changes, and maintain your overall wellness. Watch the recording here.
Coping with Grief and Loss During COVID-19
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
With the world rapidly changing over the past few months, we have all felt a sense of loss. Some are mourning the loss of a loved one due to the pandemic. Others are mourning the loss of a job. Students have lost the last quarter of the school year. During these times, it is important to learn how to work through these complicated feelings in a healthy manner.
Jefferson Center Clinician Meghan Cito will teach you about grief, tools and techniques to cope with loss and grief, and how to support individuals who are experiencing these intense emotions. Watch the recording here.
Healthy Ways to Deal with Stress During COVID-19
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
We all deal with stress every day, but in the middle of an ongoing crisis, intensified stress can threaten to take over, causing an emotional and physical impact. Finding ways to cope and create stability are key to maintaining a better outlook.
Join Jefferson Center Clinician Kathy Bauer for a webinar on stress management. You’ll learn how to manage your stress using different tools and resources, help kids and family learn how to manage stress, and learn how to cope when you’re feeling maxed out. Watch the recording here.
Mental Health in the Military
In the time of COVID-19, a majority of people are dealing with mental health concerns, but if you’re in the military or a veteran, you might be struggling with unique issues.
Join Kyle Alcorn, Jefferson Center Veteran & Military Family Services Outreach Specialist, to learn more about mental health concerns for military service members and veterans during the coronavirus pandemic. You’ll learn more about how to build on your unique strengths, how to manage concerns related to isolation and get resources to connect you to community agencies serving the specific needs of veterans. Watch the recording here.
Parenting in a Digital World
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
Technology brings us so many benefits and during this pandemic it has allowed us to telework, connect with family and friends, homeschool and more. But being home and out of school also means technology is presenting new challenges to parents as our kids are getting more screen time. The apps and that kids use can help them build each other up or they can be used to bully and shame others. How can you know what’s influencing your child?
Join Jefferson Center Clinician Joel Smith as he provides tips and tricks on how to monitor kids’ usage of technology, manage screen time, and offer them support. Watch the recording here.
How to Stay Connected During COVID-19
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
Whether you’re staying home right now because you’re quarantined, in a high-risk category, or to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, you might be feeling lonely and isolated and wondering, “How are we supposed to stay socially connected to friends and families when we can’t leave the house?” For those of us at home with family, how do we set healthy boundaries that allow for alone time?
Learn new ways for coping with loneliness during isolation, along with tools and resources to help you get through this time of social distancing. Watch the recording here.
Support for Essential Workers –Managing Distress and Trauma
Essential workers are on the frontlines during this pandemic, experiencing intense stress different ways than most. During the presentation, you will learn how to identify meaningful, present trauma in your own life, validate your hardships during this “Shelter in Place” reality, and make a plan to engage in self-care. From healthcare workers to grocery store clerks, from mail carriers to first responders, if you are an essential employee, you don’t want to miss this presentation to help maintain your mental health during difficult times. Watch the recording here.
Finding Balance Webinar
Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Golden
Our “normal” life has been interrupted, and we are all dealing with more stress and anxiety. Some of us are now learning to work remotely, and many parents are learning the ins and outs of homeschooling. Others are dealing with the loss of a job, or the illness of loved ones. In addition to changes in routines, we are also working to keep ourselves healthy and managing relationships and many other responsibilities. It can easily become overwhelming, which is why learning to find balance and manage expectations during this time is so important. Join us as we explore what it means to find balance and manage expectations during COVID-19. Watch the recording here.
Manejando el Estrés y Adaptando a la “Nueva Normalidad” con COVID-19
Este seminario web le ayudará a aprender reacciones comunes al estrés, cómo lidiar con estas reacciones, cómo hablar con sus hijos sobre lo que está sucediendo y aprender consejos sobre cómo establecer un “nuevo normal” en su hogar. Ver el vídeo.
Mental Health First Aid
Please note, all Mental Health First Aid classes will be held in a virtual setting until further notice.
Mental Health First Aid teaches the public to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. Jefferson Center for Mental Health is proud to offer these interactive 8-hour courses free of charge to our community members. View class schedule and sign up today!
Wellness Classes
A variety of classes are offered to clients and the community to help foster health and recovery. View the current catalog and register now!
QPR -Suicide Prevention Training
One of the goals of the suicide prevention program is to recruit “gatekeepers” in the community to participate in suicide prevention workshops. View class schedule and register now!
Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP)
Jefferson Center offers a class to obtain the Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) certificate. The class is taught by a Jefferson Center instructor and is offered roughly every 3 months. The class is broken up into one day of classroom education and the following day is the written and practicum test. The classroom day is from 8am to 5pm. At the end of the classroom day students sign up for their preferred testing time for the following day. The test day usually takes students about 2 hours to complete depending on each student. View class schedule and register now!
2020 Annual Gala: Soirée at Home
Jefferson Center held our first-ever virtual gala in September and the event was a huge hit! Learn more.
Putt Your Stuff
This annual event is fun for all ages and supports Jefferson Center programs and services. Please note, this event has been canceled for 2020. Learn more