Join us for the 2025 National Family Conference.

The Whole Helper: Nourishing the People Behind the Purpose

A David and Lillian Thalenfeld Family Life Series

In Partnership with The Thalenfeld Family Charitable Trust and AllOne Charities

Friday, November 7, 2025 at Mohegan PA, 1280 PA-315, Plains Township, PA 18702.

Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. Presentations begin at 8:45 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m.

$45 total per person (includes light breakfast and lunch).

$30 per student.

Approved CEUs for LSW/LCSW/LMFT included at no additional cost.

Approved CADC Credits Available included at no additional cost.

Approved CLEs (4 hrs) available at no additional cost included at no additional cost.

Opening Session:

The Joy Reset: Humor, Healing, and Stress Relief with Laughter for Compassion Fatigue

Jeannine Luby of Laugh to Live

Jeannine Luby of Laugh to Live will kick off the conference to lift spirits, boost energy, while lowering stress and anxiety and offering a sense of rejuvenation to those who have become weary from caregiving and the heaviness of life's stressors. Relief of tension and boosted mood through laughter and movement, inspiration with humor and practical tools for resilience, a sense of community and connection, and setting a hopeful tone for the rest of the day!

Keynote Session:

Beyond Burnout: Building Trauma-Informed Cultures Where Staff Thrive

Megan Velo-Zorzi, Psy.D., M.Ed., Clinical Psychologist and Owner of Redbird Mental Health

and Samantha Wielgopolski, MS, LPC, Clinical Director of Redbird Mental Health Services

This presentation explores the intersection of trauma-informed theory and business management. Participants will learn practical strategies for creating safety, fostering belonging, and promoting resilience within organizations—laying the groundwork for cultures where staff and businesses alike can thrive

BREAKOUT SESSIONS:

"Saving Your Sanity: Through Boundary Setting (A CRS Perspective)
- - Linda Loop, Dress for Success Luzerne County
"Digital Overload: How Media and Social Media Shape Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Hope"
- - Patricia McClain, Women's Resource Center
"From Wound to Well Being: Transforming Stress into Strength"
- - Patricia McClain, Women's Resource Center
"So You Think You Can't Dance? Movement for Emotional Release"
- - Anne Wolfe, Social Worker, IAM Center for Creative Healing
"I Love Myself: Discover Who You Are Outside the Roles You Play"
- - Jennifer Aleke, Jam's Delights, Embrace Holistic Wellness Center
"Turning Compassion Inward: A Mindful Art Activity"
- - Allison LaRussa, The Wright Center
"Refilling your Cup - Stress Relief Through Laughter, Gratitude, and Positive Mindset"
- - Jeannine Luby, Laugh to Live
"Neuroplasticity: Positive Thinking Your Way to a Happier Life"
- - Candice O'Neil and Michele Plath, FSA NEPA
"Regulate, Relate, Restructure: Practical Tools for Supporting Staff and Systems"
- - Samantha Wielgopolski, MS, LPC, NCC, RedBird Mental Health

Information on sponsorships, resource tables, or general inquiries? Contact Jessica Ives, CEO at 570 823 5144 ext 348 or jives@fsanepa.org

2025 National Family Week Conference

By Family Service Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania

2025 National Family Week Conference

The Whole Helper: Nourishing the People Behind the Purpose