Somerset County To Hold Workshop On Impact Of Violence & Trauma On Kids & Teens

From the Somerset County Government:

Post Date:01/16/2020

SOMERVILLE –Youth are exposed to violence through the news, social media, and community discussions. How does this impact their well-being? Freeholder Director Shanel Y. Robinson invites parents, guardians and professionals who work with children and families to the Somerset County Youth Service’s next workshop, titled “The Impact of Violence and Trauma on our Youth” on Friday, Jan. 24.

The free workshop will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the first floor conference room at the Somerset County Human Services Building, located at 27 Warren Street. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to bring their own coffee and snacks. Free parking is available in the adjacent parking deck, third level or higher. Walk-ins are welcome.

Safe + Sound Somerset presenters Director of Programs, Ana Diaz, MA, MSW, LSW and Director of Clinical Services Lauren Lia, MSW, LCSW will discuss the impact of violence and trauma on the development of youth and address appropriate interventions. They also will cover how to identify symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance use and suicidal ideation; share information about community resources and discuss current trends.

To register, contact Gretchen Craig at gcraig@co.somerset.nj.us or (908) 704-6333. Professional development credits will be made available.

This program is sponsored by the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the county Youth Services Commission and Safe + Sound Somerset.

For more information, contact Cindy Britt at britt@co.somerset.nj.us or (908) 704-6352.

This press release was produced by the Somerset County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.