*Closing Plenary: The Power of Community and Connection in Disaster Behavioral Health

by Lindsay Mixer | Mar 15, 2023

Abstract: After two full days of learning, meaningful conversations and opportunities to engage and innovate together, our closing plenary will anchor all of this in our symposium’s theme. Reflecting on the shared perspectives of our presenters and the...

*Presenting: Disaster Recovery After the Pandemic & Post-Traumatic Earth Disorder

by Lindsay Mixer | Mar 15, 2023

Presentation One Disaster Recovery After the Pandemic: Considerations for Supporting Resilience and Long-Term Healing in COVID-Bereaved Youth and Families Abstract: A global pandemic such as COVID-19 should be considered a disaster that requires recovery and...

*°Presenting: Providing Trauma-Informed Care in Disaster Response (with the Crisis Emotional Care Team)

by Lindsay Mixer | Mar 15, 2023

Abstract: When disaster strikes, what should we do? Whether a crisis is caused by a natural disaster, violence, loss of a community member or another emergency, timely, trauma-informed care is key to alleviating suffering and promoting resilience. Vibrant’s Crisis...

*Presenting: Self-Care for Providers & °Stress First Aid Workshop

by Lindsay Mixer | Mar 14, 2023

Presentation One Self-Care for Providers Abstract: As we provide support to others, especially others in crisis, it is easy to forget that we need care also. It is easy of put all our energy on those experiencing the crisis. It is easy to forget how powerful a few...

*Presenting: Mass Violence Responses

by Lindsay Mixer | Mar 13, 2023

Presentation One Mass Violence Response: Collaborations Between State and County Responders and Behavioral Health Partners Abstract: This presentation will provide information on state and local responses to prior mass violence incidents and effective collaborations...