Veterans Mental Health Forum
Date and Time
Wednesday Sep 20, 2017
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
Wednesday, September 20 12:00PM - 4:30PM
Location
Rome Capitol Theatre 220 W. Dominick St., Rome, NY 13440
Fees/Admission
$20 for NASW-NYS Members $35 for Non-Members
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Contact Information
Kimberly Eisen, MSW
National Association of Social Workers - New York State Chapter
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Description
The Veterans Mental Health Training Initiative is hosting a veterans mental health forum titled, “A Closer Look at Moral Injury: Existential Challenges Faced by Returning Veterans” on September 20 in Rome, NY. This workshop forum will provide an overview of military culture and transitional challenges; discuss the trends of moral injury; depict the factors that can lead up to moral wound, as well as it’s lasting implications. This forum will also include a discussion panel featuring veterans and service members and a screening of the award-winning documentary, ALMOST SUNRISE. This forum is approved for 5.0 Continuing Education Credits for NYS licensed social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and psychoanalysts.
