THIS ONE-DAY TRAINING EVENT will focus on considerations that are needed to promote wellness within the lives of service members, veterans, and their families. Selected topics include: military culture, veterans wellness, veterans program funding and benefits, evidence-based and best practices of treatment resources available for the SM/veterans population reviewed through an interactive panel dialogue, veteran drug and alcohol treatment(s), and post traumatic growth. The audience will have opportunities to engage presenters throughout the day.
PROGRAM AGENDA
8:30-9 a.m.
INTRODUCTIONS/OPENING REMARKS
Presenters: Donna Hess, BA DHS, OMHSAS Human Services Representative; DMVA, Major General Anthony J. Carrelli, Adjutant General, PA National Guard
9-10:15 a.m.
POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH
Presenter: Kortney Clemons, US Army Ret.
A look into the military life and reintegration of Kortney Clemons — Purple Heart recipient, U.S. Paralympic national champion, and author. Clemons will speak candidly of his transition, growth through adversity, and ongoing work with fellow veterans.
10:15-11:45 a.m. (Break: 10:30)
DRUG & ALCOHOL TREATMENT BEST PRACTICES FOR VETERANS
Presenter: Melissa Callahan, CRNP, DON
This presentation will cover substance use and abuse and comorbidities among service members and veterans. Planned content will cover the different categories of injuries sustained by veterans and the substances used and self-medicating methodology for using them. Subject matter will also cover prominent diagnoses of veterans returning from combat zones, as well as treatment best practices and current provider collaborations assisting in supporting this population’s recovery.
11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
LUNCH (PROVIDED)
12:45-1:30 p.m.
VETERANS TRUST FUND AND BENEFITS REVIEW: PA DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS
Presenters: Chip Gilliland, Outreach Specialist; Brian Natali, Chief, Division of Veterans Services & Programs.
A review of the available funding resource and application process of the Pennsylvania Veterans Trust Fund, as well as examples of recipients and their supports for SM/Veterans provided through these funds.
Also reviewed will be the various programs offered by PA DMVA, other state and local agencies, federal benefits, and eligibility requirements. Advocacy and common barriers to services will also be addressed.
1:30-1:45 p.m.
BREAK
1:45-2 p.m.
UNDERSTANDING MILITARY CULTURE: BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS
Presenter: Michael Volz, MA HS, Harrisburg Vet Center
Participants will examine how military culture differs from civilian culture in Pennsylvania. Increasing knowledge about military culture and the individual differences of active duty, active Guard/Reserve, military technician, active duty-operational support, and traditional soldiers/airman will promote ability to relate to and support our service members and veterans. Gaining military culture awareness will enhance relationships needed to provide services across Pennsylvania communities.
2-3:50 p.m.
TREATMENT BEST PRACTICES, APPLICATIONS & RESOURCES
Facilitator: Michael Volz, MA HS
Panel Members: • Ricky Brittain, LCSW • Jonathan Hart, MSG Army Ret., CPS, MA • William Reed, Director Veteran Services • Jessica Chappell, MA, CBIT • Andy Charpentier, PA TAA, IT • Damon Frantz, LCSW
• Sarah Mancuso, BSW
Panel members will address established questions related to evidence-based and best practices effective in treating traumatic brain injury, PTSD, and other behavioral/mental health challenges faced by service members and veterans. In addition, the audience is encouraged to interact with panel members to gain understanding, knowledge, and available resources related to the services they provide to this population.
3:50-4 p.m. CLOSING REMARKS, SUMMARY, WRAP-UP, AND ADJOURNMENT
PLEASE CONTACT THE HOTEL DIRECTLY TO MAKE YOUR OWN RESERVATIONS.
1. Black Horse Lodge & Suites 2180 N. Reading Road, Denver, PA 17517 Phone: 717-336-7563 Website: www.blackhorselodge.com
2. Comfort Inn Lancaster North 2180 N. Reading Road, Denver, PA 17517 Phone: 717-336-7541 Website: www.choicehotels.com/pennsylvania/ denver/comfort-inn-hotels/pa658
3. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites 2031 N. Reading Road, Denver, PA 17517 Phone: 717-336-7000 Website: www.choicehotels.com/pennsylvania/ denver/econo-lodge-hotels/pa452
4. Red Roof Inn 2017 N. Reading Road, Denver, PA 17517 Phone: 717-336-4649 Website: www.redroof.com/property/ pa/denver/RRI753
ONLINE REGISTRATION
• No registrations accepted after April 27, 2018.
• No registrations accepted by phone.
PLEASE NOTE: Pre-registration with administrative approval is required. Registrations are limited to the first 100 applicants. Please read and follow instructions carefully. If you have difficulty using the online registration, please call 717-510-8563 for assistance.
COURSE REGISTRATION
All instructions below must be completed by first logging in to TRAIN PA.
1. Open a web browser (such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Chrome).
2. Go to www.train.org/pa. You will now be on the TRAIN PA homepage.
3. Log in to TRAIN PA by entering your log in name and password and click the "Login" button.
Find Course and Register
1. Enter the keyword "PA-EBH" in the Keyword or Course ID field located in the upper right-hand portion of the screen.
2. Click the search icon button. You will be taken to the course search results page.
3. Click on the name of a course — "PA-EBH: FY18/19 2019 PA CARES Training Summit (7 Hours) – Lancaster, PA."
4. From the Course Details page, select the registration tab and follow the instructions to register for this course.
CANCELING REGISTRATION
If you are unable to attend after you register, please cancel your registration.
