Enjoy the recording from the May event. This event will be offered again in November 2023.
Thursday, November 2 • 5 – 8 p.m. • Online Zoom Event
About This Event
Gain insights about current social-emotional and mental health issues in Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties. In addition, learn about community organizations that offer resources to address these issues and steps families and individuals can take to learn about and prepare for rewarding careers in STEM occupations.
Registration
Free public event.
Event Highlights
Keynote Address by Thurston County Commissioner Carolina Mejia, District 1
Panel Discussion with Public Health Experts
Breakout Sessions
Audience Q & A
Breakout Session Topics
- Trauma & Mental Health
Co-hosted by Carrie Mayeux & Makenna Nero - Justice-Impacted Youth
Hosted by Samantha Mitchell - STEM Career Readiness
Co-hosted by Kayl Flint, Cheryl Brown, Jessica Monger & Kat Santana - Family & Community Involvement
Co-hosted by Jody Smetak & Moriah Candler - Wraparound Supports & Services
Co-hosted by Tanikka Watford & Megan Darrow - Hispanic Services & Supports
Co-hosted by Betsey Storey, Riva Villa, & Oscar Sanchez
Promotion Flyer
Download copy of Flyer
English PDF
Spanish PDF
Meet the Panelists
J.P. Anderson
CEO of CHOICE Regional Health Network
Cheryl R. Brown
Grays Harbor Youth Works
Moriah Candler
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Meagan Darrow
Executive Director at TOGETHER!
Sara Ellsworth
Regional Administrator for Behavioral Health and Integrated Student Support
Kayl Flint
Work Source/Equus
Carrie Mayeux
Mason County Community Youth Services
Samantha Mitchell
Forensic Investigator
Betsy Storey
Public Services Specialist
Tanikka Watford
Executive Director of the Moore Wright Group
Shelly Willis
Mason County Community Youth Services
Resources at Timberland Library
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OverDrive eBooks & Audiobooks
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Gale Health & Wellness
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Other Gale Resources:
Kanopy
Using your library card, you can access Kanopy. With an expertly curated collection of narrative and documentary films we think you’ll enjoy, we’re pleased to bring this streaming service to our community. Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries and kid favorites.
Stream Kanopy on any of your favorite devices! Kanopy is accessible via mobile and tablet apps for iPhone and Android. Also access Kanopy on your Desktop, and SmartTV apps like Roku, Apple TV, and Fire Stick.
Quick Search: Mental Health Awareness Month, Mental Health, Mental Health Education, Mental Health Television, Aging and Mental Health
Universal Class
Universal Class brings over 500 lifelong self-paced learning courses in over 30 subject areas! Access each informative and engaging course 24/7 from your phone or tablet. Learn anything, learn anytime, learn anywhere. Once enrolled in a course, watch engaging videos, complete assignments, and receive feedback from instructors. For many courses a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) certificate is offered at successful completion. Some courses are also available for video-only auditing. (Online Tutorial Help)
Courses Include, more available online:
- Special Education
- Health & Medicine
- Alternative Medicine
- Parenting & Family
- Self-Help