Understanding Stress and Trauma Exposure (Virtual)

The same webinar will be offered on four separate dates/times. All are free to charge to attend.

• Friday, November 22, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• Monday, December 16, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• Friday, January 17, 2025 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• Tuesday, February 18, 2025  1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

For responders, providers, community helpers, caretakers and business owners, the potential consequences of coping with complex stressors include a range of problems including impacts on work and family life, decision making,  personal and professional relationships, mental and physical health implications, substance use, general burnout and even livelihood sustainability. The impacts of stress and traumatic exposure resulting from a combination of internal and external factors can impact an individual’s well-being. Individuals whose work involves prolonged exposure to those that are stressed and/or suffering from traumatic or distressing events are also at risk of developing burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma exposure. This training will include discussion of these issues as they relate to weather-related events.

StrengthenME Storm Response is an effort made possible by two separate grants, both stemming from presidential disaster declarations following severe storms in December 2023 and January 2024 that devastated communities along the coast and inland.

Intended Audience: Individuals impacted by the damaging storms that were experienced in Maine in December 2023 and January 2024 or other severe weather events, and individuals who seek to gain a greater understanding of how to care for themselves or support their families and community after a disaster.

Registration fee: There is no fee to attend.

Special Accommodations – Deadline for registration is 2 weeks before the webinar date.

Confirmation: Registration confirmation and Zoom links will be emailed a few days prior to the training.

Cancellation: Cancellations must be received in writing at least 24 hours before the start of the webinar.

Questions: contact Tammy McLaughlin at AdCare at:
Ph: 207.620.2755 TTY Relay Service dial 711
email: tmclaughlin@adcareme.org