Rise Up: A Journey to Trauma Recovery - Helix Human Services - Springfield MA - Conference - Big Event!
I am so honored to be a part of this great event. I will be a keynote speaker, and I will also be doing a workshop - The Body Keeps Score. I hope you can join us for an amazing day inspiration, education and motivation. We all have a story, and by sharing we learn new things and help people know they are not alone in their struggles.
Helix Human Services presents their first resource symposium: Rise Up: A Journey to Trauma Recovery.
Over the years research has proven that exposure trauma i.e. to abuse, neglect, discrimination, violence, and other adverse experiences increases a person’s lifelong potential for serious health problems and engaging in health-risk behaviors.
As health care providers grow aware of trauma’s impact, they are realizing the value of trauma-informed approaches to care. Trauma-informed care acknowledges the need to understand a person’s life experiences to deliver effective care and has the potential to improve the person’s engagement, treatment adherence, health outcomes, and caregivers’ wellness.
The conference targets educators, social workers, mentors, and caregivers for children and families, alongside anyone dedicated to enhancing the welfare of vulnerable populations within their communities. The primary objective of this conference is to educate participants on trauma and trauma-informed care, equipping them with strategies for personal application as caregivers, as well as methods for implementing trauma-informed care in support of at-risk children and families. The conference will feature 3 keynote speakers with several breakout sessions run by professionals in the field (CEUs will be offered).
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Rise Up: A Journey to Trauma Recovery - Helix Human Services
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Morning Keynote: From Tragedy to Healing
Presented by Lisa Zarcone
Author – Child & Mental Health Advocate – Public Speaker
Lisa shares her personal story of child abuse in her riveting book, “The Unspoken Truth A Memoir”, and as the ambassador for NAASCA she uses her title and her story as a platform to speak publicly about child abuse child safety, suicide prevention, mental health and PTSD awareness.
Her story is a mix of raw and unspeakable trauma, and the resilience of a child who never gave up, marching forward with blind hope and faith leading the way. Lisa share’s her story for purpose, education and awareness. As she broke the silence, her “unspoken truths” set her free.
She will also discuss the signs of a child seeking help, as she remembers quite clearly how she was overlooked and dismissed countless times during her young life. The eyes of a child, speaks volumes. Always be aware of your surroundings, and who is trying to gain your attention. Never be afraid to ask the important questions, because you may be saving a life.
Lisa has recently released her second book, “The Book of Joann”, and this is her mother’s story and her lifelong battle with mental illness. This book showcases not only her mother’s journey, but the steps that they walked together as mother and daughter. You get a front row view to the realities of what mental illness looks like, and how it affects a whole family. Children are the most vulnerable, and when the parent or guardian does not get the proper help and support that they need, everyone falls through the cracks.
Lisa will share the very moment that her past and present came crashing together, and it brought to her knees, as the body does keep score! She will share her personal experience of hitting rock bottom, and how she made the brave and courageous steps to go on an amazing healing journey.
As the road was rocky and messy along the way, it was a road that was necessary to take, if she was going to make it over that massive mountain called “her past”.
Healing takes time, and years to work through. It comes in stages and levels. The only way to overcome it is to face it head one, one step at a time. It can be a terrifying and emotional journey, but it will be the most important one that an abuse survivor will every take.
You must start at the beginning, and this is when your break the silence once and for all.
