VIRTUAL IMMERSIVE INTENSIVE VOA|ReST Virtual is a confidential, group process that supports resilience in people struggling with isolation, fatigue, frustration, anxiety, and a sense of inadequacy or failure.  VOA|ReST Immersive alleviates moral distress and supports people’s resilience through a day long, small-group, peer-facilitated process within a workplace or organization.  VOA|ReST Intensive is an evidence-based, 50-hour program that helps people process their moral injury through peer-facilitated small groups and a variety of recovery strategies. Is your workforce exhausted and struggling? Schedule a meeting with us today to learn more about how VOA|ReST can help your organization improve employee resilience and well-being.

VOA|ReST FACILITATE CUSTOMIZATIONS MEDIA Resilience and Strength Everyday The Shay Moral Injury Center and VOA|ReST recommends the following links to articles, practices, and meditations to help cultivate emotional resilience and tend to one’s wellbeing in daily life. We are grateful to our partners and linked organizations for offering accessible and effective resources that can be practiced individually and in groups.

VOA|ReST FACILITATE CUSTOMIZATIONS WELLNESS Our work helping frontline care workers with moral distress has also been featured by:

VOA|ReST MEDIA CUSTOMIZATIONS WELLNESS Why be a Facilitator? To be a VOA|ReST facilitator is an opportunity to support others by providing a space where people can find solace for grief, calm for stress, and strength within themselves. As a facilitator, you have the privilege of seeing the core goodness in people and being inspired by the courage they share in overcoming challenges. How to Become a Peer Facilitator? After you apply, VOA will save your application until we need more volunteers. At that time, you will be contacted for an interview. You will receive a study manual which provides detailed…

VOA|ReST FACILITATE MEDIA WELLNESS VOA|ReST Can Benefit Your Organization and Employees VOA|ReST can be customized for organizations and employee assistance programs (EAP) to serve specific populations as a way to build personal and professional resiliency. The partnership between Volunteers of America and Peer Support Solutions (PSS) means we deliver client-centric, online solutions with excellence, integrity and flexibility. Studies show that social support by peers can decrease morbidity and mortality rates, improve self-efficacy, and increase self-reported health status and self-care skills. A study in 2015 by PSS demonstrated that their video-based peer support meetings could reduce the severity of depression by 33%. Whether…

Note: There may be adjustments to the schedule depending on coursedevelopment, needs, and requests. There are currently 2 Group Discussiongroups. Students will select a group they will meet regularly with. Week/Session Type Dates (Options) Note Week 1: Course Introductions Friday, April 28th, 20232-3:30 PM PST (5-6:30 PM EST) for everyone Week 2: Practicum (Small Groups) Friday, May 5, 202312-3 pm PST (3-6 pm EST)orSaturday, May 6, 20239-12 pm PST (12-3 pm EST) Students select one date in advance Week 3: Group Discussion Thursday, May 11, 20235-6:30 pm PST (8 to 9:30 pm EST)orFriday, May 12, 202312-1:30 pm PST (3-4:30 pm…

THE SHAY CENTER ABOUT US EVENTS PROGRAMS RESOURCES

THE SHAY CENTER EVENTS PROGRAMS RESOURCES FAQ

THE SHAY CENTER ABOUT US EVENTS RESOURCES FAQ

ABOUT US EVENTS PROGRAMS RESOURCES FAQ The Shay Moral Injury Certificate Program Moral Injury Certificate Program (MICP) – A ten-week online course for chaplains, social workers, clinicians, students, educators and professionals seeking to integrate moral injury-informed care in their work and communities. Certificate of completion and 30 continuing education units in chaplaincy or social work offered. Registration Fee Scale: $800 – $1000 *special rate available for VOA employees* (email Shay Center for info) Upcoming Sessions: