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Lancaster County ACEs & Resilience Connection (PA)

Working collaboratively with schools, business, healthcare, government agencies, social services, criminal justice systems, healthcare organizations & faith communities to become a trauma-informed community. We invite all concerned citizens, professionals & advocates to partner with us to raise awareness about trauma & its effects, to build resilience, and offer hope & healing.

May 2019

Supporting Older Trauma Survivors as They Heal Their Pasts, Grow Their Futures

Marie-Monique Marthol handed out the cards to older adults at meetings of her local civic association. With the pastor’s permission, she left some at a neighborhood church. She stacked them in restaurants, community centers and even at the laundromat. On the front, the cards read, “Time never runs out for change. Let go of fear and guilt. Focus on healing and growth from ACEs.” The flip side said, “Healing from your past; giving to your future.” They were slogans fine-tuned through months of...

Free film screening: Healing Neen

Those who have attended the Trauma 101 trainings have seen the film trailer for Healing Neen, the powerful true story of Tonier Cain, who suffered decades of abuse, neglect and trauma, and went on to become an internationally renowned motivational speaker and advocate for trauma-informed care. Here's your chance to see the full film about her life and work! Tuesday, May 14, 2019 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Factory Ministries 3293 Lincoln Hwy East Paradise, PA 17562 Hope to see you there!

Two Simple Self-Care Strategies: Gratitude & Breathing

Two recent articles highlight research on some simple strategies for self-care that can reduce stress and help us be more focused, balanced and emotionally healthy. The first article is about the practice of gratitude. According to the article, "Scientists have discovered that feelings of gratitude can actually change your brain. Feeling gratitude can also be a great tool for overcoming depression and anxiety." Check out the full article about a practice of gratitude and how it can help the...

 
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