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SUMMARY:Labor Day
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SUMMARY:Monthly Senior Visitors Volunteer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Senior Visitors volunteer meeting. Our dedicated volunteers connect with older adults in our community through the Senior Visitors program at Mental Health America of Fredericksburg. Together\, we combat loneliness\, promote mental well-being\, and build lasting friendships. \nIf you are a current volunteer\, an invitation link has been sent to your email inbox. If you are experiencing any difficulties\, please reach out to the Senior Visitors Program Lead with any questions or concerns. \nCall us at (540) 371-2704 or click here for more information on how to become a volunteer with Senior Visitors.
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CATEGORIES:Senior Visitors
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SUMMARY:Healthy Generations: Electric Stride!
DESCRIPTION:WALK THROUGH BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN FREDERICKSBURG  \nStarting with a 9:30 am registration at Riverfront Park\, join other walkers for a leisurely stroll or a morning power walk through downtown Fredericksburg. Walk the same streets as George Washington and his family\, Civil War soldiers and everyday residents of then and now. \nRegister at: Electric Stride 2024 | Healthy Generations \nWhere: Riverfront Park – 701 Sophia Street\, Fredericksburg VA 22401 \nDate: September 14\, 2024 \nStart Time: 9:30 am \nABOUT HEALTHY GENERATIONS \nCreated as a not-for-profit corporation in July of 1976\, Healthy Generations serves Planning District 16\, comprised of the City of Fredericksburg and the surrounding counties of Caroline\, King George\, Spotsylvania\, and Stafford. The Oder Americans Act\, as amended\, stipulates that each state establish Area Agencies on Aging to be responsible for the development of services for senior citizens. Area Agencies on Aging have the responsibility for developing such services so that available programs remain responsive to the needs of the elderly. \nThe Mission: Enhance the quality of life for all older citizens. \nThe Vision: Promote and assure the highest level of service attainable for every older person living in Planning District 16\, which will provide the opportunity to live a more dignified and meaningful life. \nHGAAA Can Help With: \n\nEmergency Assistance\nEmployment Training\nHome Delivered Meals\nHomemaker Services\nLegal Assistance (referral)\nLong-Term Care Ombudsman Program\nSenior Cafes\nDirectory and Newsletter\nTelephone Reassurance Checking\nTransportation\nVirginia Insurance Counseling\n\n 
URL:https://mhafred.org/event/healthy-generations-electric-stride/
LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, 705 Sophia St\, Fredericksburg\, VA\, 22401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Our Friends' Events
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SUMMARY:Supporting Young Minds: The Power of Youth Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health America of Fredericksburg is an Affiliate of Mental Health America. Register today to learn more about youth peer support at this free 60 minute session. \nPeer support is a powerful tool for improving youth mental health. Feeling safe and understood by someone in a similar situation can be the key in youth feeling comfortable enough to ask for help and receive support. \nJoin Mental Health America and guests for a free 60-minute session where we will: \n\nHear from youth involved in peer support programs\nDiscuss how peer support can be a powerful tool in improving youth mental health\nExplore the different types of peer support available\n\nWhether you’re a young person\, educator\, mental health professional\, caregiver\, or simply passionate about supporting young people\, this webinar will equip you with valuable insights on the benefits of youth peer support. \nClick here and register today!
URL:https://mhafred.org/event/supporting-young-minds-the-power-of-youth-peer-support/
LOCATION:VA
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SUMMARY:Monthly Senior Visitors Volunteer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Senior Visitors volunteer meeting. Our dedicated volunteers connect with older adults in our community through the Senior Visitors program at Mental Health America of Fredericksburg. Together\, we combat loneliness\, promote mental well-being\, and build lasting friendships. \nIf you are a current volunteer\, an invitation link has been sent to your email inbox. If you are experiencing any difficulties\, please reach out to the Senior Visitors Program Lead with any questions or concerns. \nCall us at (540) 371-2704 or click here for more information on how to become a volunteer with Senior Visitors.
URL:https://mhafred.org/event/monthly-senior-visitors-volunteer-meeting-8/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Senior Visitors
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health America of Fredericksburg":MAILTO:mhafred@mhafred.org
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SUMMARY:Jake Lowery Annual Stop Suicide Event
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the Lowery Family honors Jake’s memory by hosting a free community family-fun event with a food truck\, a 50/50 raffle\, and a raffle for prizes. Also offered are resources encouraging open discussions about suicide and the need to create safe spaces to ask for help – no one should suffer in silence.  \nFurthering these goals\, the Lowery Family donates all event proceeds to the nonprofit Mental Health America of Fredericksburg’s Suicide Prevention Programs\, supporting local teens. Please donate online if you want a tax receipt from MHAfred for your records or cannot attend but want to help ensure resources are available for local teens. \nA resident of Stafford County\, Tara Lowery’s journey and story are featured in the Verify News Video Series: NOBODY TALKS ABOUT IT: Understanding the Rise of Youth Suicide.  \nThe full Verify News report provides an impactful awareness of the current epidemic of suicides among teens and helpful information for parents\, teachers\, and others who love them.  How pandemic\, mental health affected youth suicide in U.S. | verifythis.com \nWe hope you will join the Lowery Family at this year’s event. The event will be held at Adventure Brewery Company\, 33 Pearchwood Drive\, Suite 101\, Fredericksburg\, Virginia\, on Saturday\, September 14\, 2024\, between 12 noon and 6 PM. 
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LOCATION:Adventure Brewing Company\, 33 Perchwood Dr\, Suite 101\, Fredericksburg\, VA\, 22405\, United States
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting (Teams)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T190000
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Downtown Disco: Break the Silence for Suicide Prevention
DESCRIPTION:  \nUPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THUNDERSTORMS IN THE AREA! \nJoin Mental Health America of Fredericksburg as we BREAK THE SILENCE for Suicide Prevention. MHAfred is hosting the 2nd Annual Downtown Disco in Market Square on September 21st. We are partnering with the community to put on a night of educational fun. This family friendly event serves as a connection to resources in our community and an opportunity to learn about Suicide Prevention Education. This year\, our DJ is none other than the “Fredericksburg famous” Seth Casana. Let’s BREAK THE SILENCE for Suicide Prevention Awareness together! Purchase your tickets by visiting this link: Downtown Disco: Break the Silence (zeffy.com). All donations support Suicide Prevention Education at Mental Health America of Fredericksburg. \nMake sure to check back for details about featured speakers\, booths\, and sponsors! Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date! \n  \nVisit our Zeffy page for ticket information and sponsorship opportunities by clicking here. \n 
URL:https://mhafred.org/event/break_the_silence/
LOCATION:Market Square\, 214 William Street\, Fredericksburg\, VA\, 22401\, United States
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