UPCOMING EVENTS
2025 WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
Reconnect for Resilience
May 7-8, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST in Asheville, NC
Free thanks to the generous support of Vaya Health
CEUs available for an additional fee through Area L AHEC
Learn easy-to-use, shareable tools that are designed for real life—whether you’re stressed at work, in your car, or even at the store. In this 14-hour, interactive training, you’ll learn:
- How stress affects the brain and body in simple, relatable terms
- Practical, science-based strategies to manage stress on the spot
- Ways to build resilience in yourself and those around you
Resiliency Champions
May 23, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST in Asheville, NC
Free thanks to the generous support of NCDHHS and Vaya Health
CEUs available for an additional fee through Area L AHEC
Passionate about building resilience for yourself and others? In this dynamic 7-hour workshop, you’ll gain tools to inspire meaningful change in your organization or community. With our support, you’ll:
- Learn to share RFR Resiliency Tools effectively
- Connect with like-minded leaders
- Develop trauma-informed strategies to make a lasting impact
Please note: Participants must have completed a 2-day Reconnect for Resilience training within the past year to attend. Join us and help build a more resilient future!
Resilient Family Adventure
June 21, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST
Burnsville Town Square, Yancey County
Free and open to all WNC families; no sign-up needed
Explore activity stations filled with nature-inspired arts, crafts, and stories that celebrate the strength within each of us. As you journey through each station, collect stamps on your Resilience Adventure Card and uncover simple tips to help your family grow stronger together. No registration needed. Food and fun are available for all at this FREE community event!
Reconectarse para la Resiliencia
26 y 27 de junio de 2025 | 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. EST en Raleigh, NC
Gratis gracias al generoso apoyo de nuestros socios de Vaya Health.
Aprende herramientas fáciles de usar y compartir, diseñadas para la vida real, ya sea que estés estresado en el trabajo, en el coche o incluso en la tienda. En esta capacitación interactiva de 14 horas, aprenderás:
- Cómo afecta el estrés al cerebro y al cuerpo en términos sencillos y fáciles de entender.
- Estrategias prácticas con base científica para gestionar el estrés en el momento.
- Formas de desarrollar resiliencia en ti mismo y en quienes te rodean.
Reconnect for Resilience
August 7-8, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST on Zoom
Free thanks to the generous support of Vaya Health
CEUs available for an additional fee through Area L AHEC
Learn easy-to-use, shareable tools that are designed for real life—whether you’re stressed at work, in your car, or even at the store. In this 14-hour, interactive training, you’ll learn:
- How stress affects the brain and body in simple, relatable terms
- Practical, science-based strategies to manage stress on the spot
- Ways to build resilience in yourself and those around you
Recharging Resilience
September 10, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST in Asheville, NC
Free thanks to the generous support of our dedicated partners
CEUs available for an additional fee through Area L AHEC
In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. Join us to discover simple ways to manage stress, boost your resilience, and keep showing up for others—without burning out. In this 7-hour, interactive workshop, you’ll gain:
- Insight into why stress can feel so draining
- Stress-busting tools you can use anytime, anywhere
- Quick and easy self-care strategies to recharge on the go
Leading Through Hard Times
October 17, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST in Asheville, NC
Free thanks to the generous support of NCDHHS and Vaya Health
CEUs available for an additional fee through Area L AHEC
Leading through challenges is tough, but the right tools can help your team keep thriving. Join us as we explore new ways to manage stress and keep everyone going—no matter what comes your way. In this 7-hour, interactive workshop, you’ll gain:
- Simple ways to talk about and manage stress within your team
- Tools to help team members bounce back and stay strong in tough times
- Ready-to-use strategies to lead confidently and help your team thrive
Resiliency Champions
November 19, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST in Asheville, NC
Free thanks to the generous support of NCDHHS and Vaya Health
CEUs available for an additional fee through Area L AHEC
Passionate about building resilience for yourself and others? In this dynamic 7-hour workshop, you’ll gain tools to inspire meaningful change in your organization or community. With our support, you’ll:
- Learn to share RFR Resiliency Tools effectively
- Connect with like-minded leaders
- Develop trauma-informed strategies to make a lasting impact
Please note: Participants must have completed a 2-day Reconnect for Resilience training within the past year to attend. Join us and help build a more resilient future!
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEARNING AND CONNECTION
Thriving Thursdays
3rd Thursdays | 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. EST
On Zoom, every other month
$20 per person
Have you ever felt so mad you couldn’t think straight? Or found yourself scrolling endlessly on your phone after a hard day at work? Stress takes a toll on us all and can show up in a lot of different ways. Join us every other month to learn why this happens and, most importantly, what we can all do about it.
Conexiones Resilientes
4to viernes | 12:00 a 1:00 p.m. EST en Zoom
Gratis y abierto a todos los participantes previos
Los Grupos de Práctica de Conexiones Resilientes están abiertos a cualquier persona que haya asistido a una capacitación o taller de RFR. Únete a nosotros para conectar con los demás, practicar las Herramientas RFR, hacer preguntas y compartir ideas y recursos para fomentar la resiliencia donde viven y trabajan.
Resilient Connections
4th Thursdays | 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. EST on Zoom
Free and open to all past participants
Resilient Connections Practice Groups are open to anyone who has attended an RFR training or workshop. Join us as we connect with one another, practice the RFR Tools, ask questions, and share ideas and resources for building resilience where they live and work.
Listening Circles for WNC Residents
1st and 3rd Wednesdays | 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. EST
On Zoom, now through April 16
Free and open to all WNC residents
Big events can hit us hard and affect us in many ways. Listening Circles help us name what is most difficult about them and practice tools that can help with the stress, right now. Join us as we lean on one another and highlight what is getting us through this difficult time.
Listening Circles for WNC Residents
Thursdays | 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. EST
Swannanoa Public Library, now through June 26
Free and open to all WNC residents
Big events can hit us hard and affect us in many ways. Listening Circles help us name what is most difficult about them and practice tools that can help with the stress, right now. Join us as we lean on one another and highlight what is getting us through this difficult time.
Reconnecting Through Hard Times
2nd and 4th Wednesdays | 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. EST
On Zoom, now through April 23
Free and open to all WNC residents
Turn good intentions into real support at Reconnecting Through Hard Times. This 1-hour training offers simple, powerful strategies to help others after a crisis. You’ll gain an understanding of how hard times affect us all and learn what to do and say when it matters most.