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Irena has a loving and devoted son who lives a few towns away. Unfortunately, his visits to his mother, who is aging and wheelchair bound, have become much more infrequent, as he’s dealing with health issues of his own. A JSSA Transitions program volunteer visits Irena weekly. Their observations are shared with her son so he can stay as involved as possible in ensuring her wellbeing as she navigates a life-limiting illness. Our Transitions program was designed to support women like Irena and their families. Can this service benefit a loved one in your life? https://lnkd.in/ewGUdZR9

NEW from the JSSA Training Institute: Earn 2 Category I Continuing Education credits at an upcoming free session designed to help mental health professionals equitably serve diverse communities. This session is made possible in partnership with JSSA’s Healthy Minds Fairfax Youth Advisory Council. A little more background … Research has shown that Hispanic, Black, and Asian populations experienced worse rates of anxiety and depression than their non-Hispanic, white counterparts during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. But, even before the events of 2020 and 2021, we know Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)-identifying Americans received lower-quality care, while many were unable to access mental health services at all. The training will begin with a presentation to contextualize the issue and present best practices. This will be followed by a panel discussion of BIPOC transitional-age youth who will share their experiences of mental health and accessing care. The session is free and open to the public. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eVpr_MDU #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #diversity #equity #professionaldevelopment

In honor of Direct Support Professionals week, we want to make sure to recognize and celebrate our team members supporting individuals with disabilities. DSPs play a vital role in the lives of many people with disabilities in the National Capital Region. Their dedication and commitment have never been more evident than over the past few years. These essential employees are the heart and soul of the system of supports that ensures people with disabilities can live the lives of their choosing. Our dedicated staff helps individuals living with disabilities access and participate in our community through meaningful employment and with mental health support. By finding the right ways to assist each individual, we empower our neighbors to build social, emotional, and financial fulfillment and independence. Thank you for all the great work you do this week and always! https://lnkd.in/e5FCcsKX

“It’s gratifying to know I’m contributing to the health and happiness of seniors in our community,” said Taylor McCarley, a program manager for JSSA’s Aging in Place program. “Having that positive impact is really satisfying.” At JSSA, we are honored to serve thousands of individuals and families every year in their moments of need. Our supportive and compassionate staff and volunteers have a personal call to do this vital work. Their care today supports strength for tomorrow. Here is one of their stories: https://lnkd.in/efiNRG8d

We are excited to announce our 2024-2025 Leading the Way cohort! Leading the Way is JSSA's 10-month leadership training program led by COO Kylie McCleaf, MA, CPRP and Director of Learning and Inclusion Kiran Dixit. Participants in Leading the Way:  - Develop core leadership competencies - Develop skills to lead and manage teams effectively - Understand connection between DEI and leadership - Gain clarity and improve ability to lead at JSSA Congrats to Karen Flinch, R.N., Malphina Robinson, Drew Wynn, Rachelle Ferneau, Anna Jones, Kara Pokras, Rebecca Ellinwood, Laney Park, Leslie Palaez, Shruti Goel, Cindy Newland, and Julia Song  

We're grateful to all who came out for our Family Wellness Day yesterday! JSSA is proud to partner with Montgomery County Public Schools and our annual health and wellness expo is an opportunity to highlight the many great resources in and around the community that are available to our students and their families in support of their mental and physical health.

Coming soon to a school near you ... here's a sneak peek at JSSA's Mobile Mental Health Unit. thank you Mission Mobile Medical #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #MentalHealthAwareness #SchoolWellness #MentalHealthResources https://lnkd.in/ekyqETWF

Thank you The National Institutes of Health for sharing this important resource. As a community provider, JSSA helps individuals, families, and our neighbors in the National Capital Region cope with a traumatic death or related crisis. Our team of caring, specially trained, and experienced clinicians provide emotional support and useful tools to help individuals and families through this challenging circumstance. https://lnkd.in/eSVbbNVU

More than 80% of JSSA's Hospice patients are visited by a chaplain. All JSSA chaplains are trained to support patients and family members of different faiths.

As the need for mental health services has increased and the stigma for accessing services has decreased, we are here to support care workers as they seek to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse client population. Join Kiran Dixit, JSSA's Director of Learning & Inclusion, for our latest training session and panel discussion focused on BIPOC transitional age youth and mental health care. The panel discussion will feature youth participating in JSSA's Healthy Minds Fairfax Youth Advisory Council. Our live, virtual session will be Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. Participants can earn 2 Category I CEs. Register at the link below. #CEs #professionaldevelopment #healthequity #mentalhealth #community #nonprofit #mentalhealthmatters https://lnkd.in/evF4m4T4