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SUMMARY:2025 Mental Health Awareness Month - Breaking the Stigma
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: ABC’s Building Awareness to Break the Stigma \nWHEN: Thursdays — May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29\, 2025\nTIME: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nWHERE: Via Zoom (Link will be sent out after registration) \nPRICE: Registration Fee: $100\n**ALL proceeds donated to the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)** \nREGISTER THROUGH ABC NEW HAMPSHIRE/VERMONT HERE \nAlthough most presenters reference New Hampshire in their presentations\, the take-aways know no borders. Due to the personal nature of topics\, we will not be recording these sessions. \nReach out to Jennifer Landon if you have questions or inquiries about bringing mental health awareness programming to your organization 603-657-4079. \nAll presentations run 11:30 – 12:30 (EST). The Zoom link for all presentations will be sent Tuesday\, April 29 \nABC Members and Chapter Staff Only \nMay 1 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nTotal Human Health – An ABC National Initiative \nPresented by Joseph Xavier\, ABC National Senior Director of Health & Safety \nABC members care about their employees. Not only do they want to send them home safe at the end of the shift\, they also want them to live a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the abundance life has to offer through their careers and beyond. The Total Human Health Initiative encompasses multiple dimensions of health organized within four\, simple and easy to remember categories: Body\, Heart\, Mind\, and Soul. Total human health is focused on building a resilient workforce connected though relationships and engaged in performing construction work to a high standard of safety\, quality and effectiveness. Our workforce is our most important resource\, highly skilled and ready to build the places where America lives\, learns\, works\, heals\, plays and prays. We cannot achieve anything without our workforce. \nJoe is a safety and workforce expert with more than 30 years of experience. He leads and contributes to the development and deployment of the overall health\, safety and environment strategy for the association\, its 69 chapters and its more than 21\,000 member companies \nMay 8 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLife Interrupted presented by Cheryl Guerin \nLife Interrupted is an educational presentation given by trained presenters who have had their own lives interrupted due to the mental illness of a family member or a loved one. By speaking about their own experiences\, the presenters address mental illness stigma and educate communities about mental illness\, the impact of supporting a loved one\, and the resources that are available for support. \nThis presentation is intended: \n\nTo help audiences understand the family perspective on mental illness.\nTo reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and to demonstrate that family recovery is possible.\nTo encourage hope for families that are affected by mental illness.\nTo educate communities about NAMI NH\, its philosophy\, services\, and the benefits it provides to families.\n\nLife Interrupted presentations are free and available to any group or organization in NH interested in learning more about mental illness and the support and education that NAMI NH provides. Participants from other states are encouraged to attend and reach out to their local NAMI organizations to learn more about the services and resources they provide \nCheryl Guerin has lived experience as the step mom of two adult children adopted from foster care and as a single mom with full custody of her two biological children.  One of her sons lives with major depressive disorder\, social anxiety disorder\, and autism.  Cheryl’s currently the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at Dartmouth College and on the Board for NAMI NH.  She brings together a career in HR and her lived experience as a caregiver as a NAMI NH volunteer speaker\, teacher\, and role play participant. \nMay 15 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nRecovery-Friendly Workplaces \nBecoming a Recovery-Friendly Workplace offers numerous benefits for employers\, employees\, and society. These benefits include enhanced employee well-being\, improved productivity\, reduced turnover\, and positive economic impacts. It also promotes a more inclusive and supportive work environment\, fostering a culture that values recovery and reduces stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. It is not only a retention and recruitment strategy – it’s the right thing to do. This presentation addresses: \n\nRecovery-friendly workplaces prioritize employee mental health\, leading to a more engaged and productive workforce.\nSupporting employees in recovery can increase job satisfaction and loyalty\, leading to lower turnover rates.\nBy addressing mental health and substance use issues\, employers can create a more productive and efficient work environment.\nBecoming a recovery-friendly workplace can improve the company’s reputation and brand image\, attracting and retaining talent.\nBy addressing underlying issues\, employers can reduce healthcare costs associated with mental health and substance use.\nRecovery-friendly workplaces can expand the pool of qualified candidates\, including individuals who may have struggled with substance use disorders or mental health issues.\n\nPam Carbee is a proud New Hampshire native who has spent her life volunteering and giving back to her community. She has a bachelor’s degree from Granite State College in Behavioral Science and a graduate certificate in Community Mental Health with a specialization in co-occurring disorders and families.  She is a dedicated non-profit management professional with extensive experience in planning and implementing programs\, she excels at building and maintaining relationships with the state\, public\, and private agencies to drive meaningful impact. She accelerates the achievement of program goals and serves as a valuable resource in crisis services\, trauma-informed care\, substance use and recovery\, and workforce development.  She is also an experienced trainer and presenter\, providing education on these topics for fifteen years. With a deep understanding of community needs across New Hampshire\, she specializes in substance use prevention and recovery\, child protection\, family services\, and veteran support. Passionate about empowering individuals\, supporting veterans and strengthening communities\, she is committed to connecting individuals with essential resources to foster positive change. \nMay 22 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nStigma Free – Suicide Prevention \nThe Stigma Free presentation will raise awareness about mental health stigma\, its impact on employees and employers. It also focuses on the importance of fostering mental health awareness\, support\, and community within organizations\, equipping companies with resources to create stigma-free environments where employees can thrive. \nSusan Ward is the Suicide Prevention and Postvention Manager at NAMI NH. In 2021\, Susan began working at NAMI NH as the Garrett Lee Smith Grant Project Coordinator. The grant focused on suicide prevention for youth and young adults in three NH countries .Susan is a Connect trainer and has become more involved in providing Connect trainings and training others in NH and the US in become trainers in suicide prevention and postvention. Susan is a former first-grade teacher and previously held the position as the Career Development Coordinator at Beacon College\, a college exclusively for students with learning disabilities. Susan received her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2019. \nMay 29 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLived Experience \nEli’s wife was attacked and injured in their front yard by a man with a knife who tried to cut her throat. Eli ran down\, disarmed\, and rendered the attacker unconscious. Eli’s wife was pregnant with their 4th child at the time of the attack. He stopped working during the trial and combined with the results of the trauma to the family\, he fell into a deep depression culminating in the decision to die by suicide. \nEli is now a facilitator for Vital Cog\, a “Mental Health Champion” at Zachry\, and just finished co-chairing the Construction Working Minds Summit for suicide and substance abuse prevention. He recently started sharing the story to give hope to those who are suffering.                                                                         \nEli Embleton is the Dream Manager for Zachry Construction where he helps employees thrive at home and at work. He currently leads learning and development and was a former bilingual safety trainer and certified safety and health official. Eli speaks 6 ancient and modern languages and co-created the FUNctional Spanish program offering language and cultural immersions at Zachry’s famous hotel\, the Hilton Palacio Del Rio in San Antonio Texas.
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/mentalhealth2025/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:What Every Contractor Needs to Know About Government-Mandated PLAs in Virginia (Webinar) 5/1
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL WEBINAR: WHAT EVERY CONTRACTOR NEEDS TO KNOW\nABOUT GOVERNMENT-MANDATED PLAS IN VIRGINIA\nThursday\, May 1\, 2025  |  2:00PM – 3:00PM  |  Virtual \nPlease note: registration is through the Virginians for Fairness website – REGISTER HERE\nGovernment-mandated Project Labor Agreements – called PLAs – are popping up with increasing frequency in the Commonwealth. \nLearn what every Virginia contractor needs to know about PLAs\, including:\n• Common requirements of PLAs\n• Federal PLA updates\n• Virginia PLA updates\n• What Virginians for Fairness is doing to fight government-mandated PLAs \nA link and password to join the webinar will be provided prior to the event. \nAbout Virginians for Fairness\nVirginians for Fair Contracting & Employee Protection – Virginians for Fairness – is a 501c(4) organization comprised of taxpayers\, business leaders\, and workers united in the belief that government-mandated PLAs in Virginia undermine fair competition and inflate costs to the public. Our mission is to advocate for open\, competitive bidding processes that serve the best interests of all Virginians. We stand for transparency\, accountability\, and equal opportunity on public construction projects. \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within two (2) hours of webinar \nCOST \nThis is a free webinar for members\, however\, registration is required to ensure all attendees receive the meeting link. \nQuestions?\nContact Pat Dean
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/va4fairnesswebinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals: Hard Hats Fiesta 5/1 NV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: HARD HATS FIESTA\nThursday\, May 1\, 2025  |  5:30PM – 7:30PM\nIt’s fiesta time! Take a well-deserved break and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with ABC-VA’s Young Professionals! This event offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with other construction professionals along a similar career path\, share ideas and build valuable professional relationships. Don’t miss out on a night of networking\, authentic refreshments and engaging conversations! Please note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by April 28 COB\nEvent $200 – includes one (1) comped registration\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials \nLOCATION\nEl Bebe\n8354 Broad Street\, McLean\, VA 22102 \nCOST (Members Only)\nMembers – $80\nIncludes networking\, heavy apps and two (2) drink tickets \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Katie Gregg
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/ypcinco25/
LOCATION:El Bebe\, 8354 Broad Street\, McLean\, 22102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Gregg":MAILTO:katieg@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:OSHA 10 Hour Course 5/6 NV
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS COURSE\nSafety training is a necessity in this industry and knowing OSHA regulations ensures jobsite safety and prevents mishaps and OSHA fines. The OSHA 10-Hour Course combines important textual information with relevant\, real-life examples from the field and video presentations. Enroll and learn OSHA regulations and receive your OSHA 10-Hour completion card. Training materials provided. \nSCHEDULE\n2-Session Course:\nTuesday\, May 6\, 2025\, 7:00AM – 3:00PM (Breakfast\, pre-packaged snacks\, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided)\nTuesday\, May 13\, 2025\, 7:00AM – 9:30AM (Pre-packaged snacks and coffee/water provided) \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $210\nNon-Member – $315 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-10-hour-course-5-6-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:OSHA 30 Hour Course 5/6 NV
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS COURSE\nWould you like to learn how OSHA regulations affect your jobsite? Enroll in our OSHA 30-Hour course and prepare yourself for the OSHA inspection you are not expecting. Safety training is a necessity in this industry and knowing OSHA regulations ensures jobsite safety and prevents mishaps and OSHA fines. The OSHA 30 Hour Course combines important textual information with relevant\, real-life examples from the field and video presentations. Enroll and learn OSHA regulations and receive your OSHA 30-Hour completion card. Training materials provided. \nSCHEDULE\n4-Session Course: May 6\, 13\, 20 & 27\, 2025 (Tuesdays)\n7:30AM – 3:00PM (Pre-packaged snacks\, coffee/water and boxed lunch provided) \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $495\nNon-Member – $695 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/osha-30-hour-course-may6/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T160000
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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 101 5/6 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 101\nBegins Tuesday\, May 6\, 2025  |  4:00PM – 7:00PM\nEnhance your personal and professional value by enrolling in ABC-VA’s Blueprint Reading 101 for the Construction Industry. This comprehensive course is structured for the beginner and covers all phases of a construction project. Participants will discuss the phases of construction including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course.  Knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and will make anyone an invaluable resource to their company. \nSCHEDULE\nEight-Day Program:\nMay 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\nJune 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\n4:00PM – 7:00PM \nCOST\nMember – $370\nNon-Member – $540\nIncludes textbooks and blueprints \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-reading-101-5-6-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:2025 Mental Health Awareness Month - Breaking the Stigma
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: ABC’s Building Awareness to Break the Stigma \nWHEN: Thursdays — May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29\, 2025\nTIME: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nWHERE: Via Zoom (Link will be sent out after registration) \nPRICE: Registration Fee: $100\n**ALL proceeds donated to the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)** \nREGISTER THROUGH ABC NEW HAMPSHIRE/VERMONT HERE \nAlthough most presenters reference New Hampshire in their presentations\, the take-aways know no borders. Due to the personal nature of topics\, we will not be recording these sessions. \nReach out to Jennifer Landon if you have questions or inquiries about bringing mental health awareness programming to your organization 603-657-4079. \nAll presentations run 11:30 – 12:30 (EST). The Zoom link for all presentations will be sent Tuesday\, April 29 \nABC Members and Chapter Staff Only \nMay 1 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nTotal Human Health – An ABC National Initiative \nPresented by Joseph Xavier\, ABC National Senior Director of Health & Safety \nABC members care about their employees. Not only do they want to send them home safe at the end of the shift\, they also want them to live a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the abundance life has to offer through their careers and beyond. The Total Human Health Initiative encompasses multiple dimensions of health organized within four\, simple and easy to remember categories: Body\, Heart\, Mind\, and Soul. Total human health is focused on building a resilient workforce connected though relationships and engaged in performing construction work to a high standard of safety\, quality and effectiveness. Our workforce is our most important resource\, highly skilled and ready to build the places where America lives\, learns\, works\, heals\, plays and prays. We cannot achieve anything without our workforce. \nJoe is a safety and workforce expert with more than 30 years of experience. He leads and contributes to the development and deployment of the overall health\, safety and environment strategy for the association\, its 69 chapters and its more than 21\,000 member companies \nMay 8 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLife Interrupted presented by Cheryl Guerin \nLife Interrupted is an educational presentation given by trained presenters who have had their own lives interrupted due to the mental illness of a family member or a loved one. By speaking about their own experiences\, the presenters address mental illness stigma and educate communities about mental illness\, the impact of supporting a loved one\, and the resources that are available for support. \nThis presentation is intended: \n\nTo help audiences understand the family perspective on mental illness.\nTo reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and to demonstrate that family recovery is possible.\nTo encourage hope for families that are affected by mental illness.\nTo educate communities about NAMI NH\, its philosophy\, services\, and the benefits it provides to families.\n\nLife Interrupted presentations are free and available to any group or organization in NH interested in learning more about mental illness and the support and education that NAMI NH provides. Participants from other states are encouraged to attend and reach out to their local NAMI organizations to learn more about the services and resources they provide \nCheryl Guerin has lived experience as the step mom of two adult children adopted from foster care and as a single mom with full custody of her two biological children.  One of her sons lives with major depressive disorder\, social anxiety disorder\, and autism.  Cheryl’s currently the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at Dartmouth College and on the Board for NAMI NH.  She brings together a career in HR and her lived experience as a caregiver as a NAMI NH volunteer speaker\, teacher\, and role play participant. \nMay 15 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nRecovery-Friendly Workplaces \nBecoming a Recovery-Friendly Workplace offers numerous benefits for employers\, employees\, and society. These benefits include enhanced employee well-being\, improved productivity\, reduced turnover\, and positive economic impacts. It also promotes a more inclusive and supportive work environment\, fostering a culture that values recovery and reduces stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. It is not only a retention and recruitment strategy – it’s the right thing to do. This presentation addresses: \n\nRecovery-friendly workplaces prioritize employee mental health\, leading to a more engaged and productive workforce.\nSupporting employees in recovery can increase job satisfaction and loyalty\, leading to lower turnover rates.\nBy addressing mental health and substance use issues\, employers can create a more productive and efficient work environment.\nBecoming a recovery-friendly workplace can improve the company’s reputation and brand image\, attracting and retaining talent.\nBy addressing underlying issues\, employers can reduce healthcare costs associated with mental health and substance use.\nRecovery-friendly workplaces can expand the pool of qualified candidates\, including individuals who may have struggled with substance use disorders or mental health issues.\n\nPam Carbee is a proud New Hampshire native who has spent her life volunteering and giving back to her community. She has a bachelor’s degree from Granite State College in Behavioral Science and a graduate certificate in Community Mental Health with a specialization in co-occurring disorders and families.  She is a dedicated non-profit management professional with extensive experience in planning and implementing programs\, she excels at building and maintaining relationships with the state\, public\, and private agencies to drive meaningful impact. She accelerates the achievement of program goals and serves as a valuable resource in crisis services\, trauma-informed care\, substance use and recovery\, and workforce development.  She is also an experienced trainer and presenter\, providing education on these topics for fifteen years. With a deep understanding of community needs across New Hampshire\, she specializes in substance use prevention and recovery\, child protection\, family services\, and veteran support. Passionate about empowering individuals\, supporting veterans and strengthening communities\, she is committed to connecting individuals with essential resources to foster positive change. \nMay 22 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nStigma Free – Suicide Prevention \nThe Stigma Free presentation will raise awareness about mental health stigma\, its impact on employees and employers. It also focuses on the importance of fostering mental health awareness\, support\, and community within organizations\, equipping companies with resources to create stigma-free environments where employees can thrive. \nSusan Ward is the Suicide Prevention and Postvention Manager at NAMI NH. In 2021\, Susan began working at NAMI NH as the Garrett Lee Smith Grant Project Coordinator. The grant focused on suicide prevention for youth and young adults in three NH countries .Susan is a Connect trainer and has become more involved in providing Connect trainings and training others in NH and the US in become trainers in suicide prevention and postvention. Susan is a former first-grade teacher and previously held the position as the Career Development Coordinator at Beacon College\, a college exclusively for students with learning disabilities. Susan received her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2019. \nMay 29 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLived Experience \nEli’s wife was attacked and injured in their front yard by a man with a knife who tried to cut her throat. Eli ran down\, disarmed\, and rendered the attacker unconscious. Eli’s wife was pregnant with their 4th child at the time of the attack. He stopped working during the trial and combined with the results of the trauma to the family\, he fell into a deep depression culminating in the decision to die by suicide. \nEli is now a facilitator for Vital Cog\, a “Mental Health Champion” at Zachry\, and just finished co-chairing the Construction Working Minds Summit for suicide and substance abuse prevention. He recently started sharing the story to give hope to those who are suffering.                                                                         \nEli Embleton is the Dream Manager for Zachry Construction where he helps employees thrive at home and at work. He currently leads learning and development and was a former bilingual safety trainer and certified safety and health official. Eli speaks 6 ancient and modern languages and co-created the FUNctional Spanish program offering language and cultural immersions at Zachry’s famous hotel\, the Hilton Palacio Del Rio in San Antonio Texas.
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/mentalhealth2025/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070655
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 5/13 NV **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT\n**FULL. Please email Shaye Currie to be put on waitlist and/or register for our next CQM training on July 16.**\nTuesday\, May 13\, 2025  |  7:30AM – 5:00PM  |  ABC-VA Dulles\nThe Construction Quality Management course offers prospective QC Managers and Administrators the opportunity to satisfy the CQM-C training requirements specified in most USACE and NAVFAC construction contracts. This course must be taken and the final test must be passed by any person aspiring to be the QC Manager/Administrator or alternate. The Contractors Quality Control (CQC) requirements and the Governments Quality Assurance (QA) roles are reviewed. Training materials provided. \nA course certificate\, valid for a five-year period from the date of the class\, will be awarded to those who satisfactory complete the training and pass the final exam. At this time\, any person that needs to recertify must attend a class. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395\nContinental breakfast\, lunch & refreshments provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 5/9/2025 EOD. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-5-13-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070655
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SUMMARY:2025 Mental Health Awareness Month - Breaking the Stigma
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: ABC’s Building Awareness to Break the Stigma \nWHEN: Thursdays — May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29\, 2025\nTIME: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nWHERE: Via Zoom (Link will be sent out after registration) \nPRICE: Registration Fee: $100\n**ALL proceeds donated to the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)** \nREGISTER THROUGH ABC NEW HAMPSHIRE/VERMONT HERE \nAlthough most presenters reference New Hampshire in their presentations\, the take-aways know no borders. Due to the personal nature of topics\, we will not be recording these sessions. \nReach out to Jennifer Landon if you have questions or inquiries about bringing mental health awareness programming to your organization 603-657-4079. \nAll presentations run 11:30 – 12:30 (EST). The Zoom link for all presentations will be sent Tuesday\, April 29 \nABC Members and Chapter Staff Only \nMay 1 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nTotal Human Health – An ABC National Initiative \nPresented by Joseph Xavier\, ABC National Senior Director of Health & Safety \nABC members care about their employees. Not only do they want to send them home safe at the end of the shift\, they also want them to live a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the abundance life has to offer through their careers and beyond. The Total Human Health Initiative encompasses multiple dimensions of health organized within four\, simple and easy to remember categories: Body\, Heart\, Mind\, and Soul. Total human health is focused on building a resilient workforce connected though relationships and engaged in performing construction work to a high standard of safety\, quality and effectiveness. Our workforce is our most important resource\, highly skilled and ready to build the places where America lives\, learns\, works\, heals\, plays and prays. We cannot achieve anything without our workforce. \nJoe is a safety and workforce expert with more than 30 years of experience. He leads and contributes to the development and deployment of the overall health\, safety and environment strategy for the association\, its 69 chapters and its more than 21\,000 member companies \nMay 8 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLife Interrupted presented by Cheryl Guerin \nLife Interrupted is an educational presentation given by trained presenters who have had their own lives interrupted due to the mental illness of a family member or a loved one. By speaking about their own experiences\, the presenters address mental illness stigma and educate communities about mental illness\, the impact of supporting a loved one\, and the resources that are available for support. \nThis presentation is intended: \n\nTo help audiences understand the family perspective on mental illness.\nTo reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and to demonstrate that family recovery is possible.\nTo encourage hope for families that are affected by mental illness.\nTo educate communities about NAMI NH\, its philosophy\, services\, and the benefits it provides to families.\n\nLife Interrupted presentations are free and available to any group or organization in NH interested in learning more about mental illness and the support and education that NAMI NH provides. Participants from other states are encouraged to attend and reach out to their local NAMI organizations to learn more about the services and resources they provide \nCheryl Guerin has lived experience as the step mom of two adult children adopted from foster care and as a single mom with full custody of her two biological children.  One of her sons lives with major depressive disorder\, social anxiety disorder\, and autism.  Cheryl’s currently the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at Dartmouth College and on the Board for NAMI NH.  She brings together a career in HR and her lived experience as a caregiver as a NAMI NH volunteer speaker\, teacher\, and role play participant. \nMay 15 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nRecovery-Friendly Workplaces \nBecoming a Recovery-Friendly Workplace offers numerous benefits for employers\, employees\, and society. These benefits include enhanced employee well-being\, improved productivity\, reduced turnover\, and positive economic impacts. It also promotes a more inclusive and supportive work environment\, fostering a culture that values recovery and reduces stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. It is not only a retention and recruitment strategy – it’s the right thing to do. This presentation addresses: \n\nRecovery-friendly workplaces prioritize employee mental health\, leading to a more engaged and productive workforce.\nSupporting employees in recovery can increase job satisfaction and loyalty\, leading to lower turnover rates.\nBy addressing mental health and substance use issues\, employers can create a more productive and efficient work environment.\nBecoming a recovery-friendly workplace can improve the company’s reputation and brand image\, attracting and retaining talent.\nBy addressing underlying issues\, employers can reduce healthcare costs associated with mental health and substance use.\nRecovery-friendly workplaces can expand the pool of qualified candidates\, including individuals who may have struggled with substance use disorders or mental health issues.\n\nPam Carbee is a proud New Hampshire native who has spent her life volunteering and giving back to her community. She has a bachelor’s degree from Granite State College in Behavioral Science and a graduate certificate in Community Mental Health with a specialization in co-occurring disorders and families.  She is a dedicated non-profit management professional with extensive experience in planning and implementing programs\, she excels at building and maintaining relationships with the state\, public\, and private agencies to drive meaningful impact. She accelerates the achievement of program goals and serves as a valuable resource in crisis services\, trauma-informed care\, substance use and recovery\, and workforce development.  She is also an experienced trainer and presenter\, providing education on these topics for fifteen years. With a deep understanding of community needs across New Hampshire\, she specializes in substance use prevention and recovery\, child protection\, family services\, and veteran support. Passionate about empowering individuals\, supporting veterans and strengthening communities\, she is committed to connecting individuals with essential resources to foster positive change. \nMay 22 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nStigma Free – Suicide Prevention \nThe Stigma Free presentation will raise awareness about mental health stigma\, its impact on employees and employers. It also focuses on the importance of fostering mental health awareness\, support\, and community within organizations\, equipping companies with resources to create stigma-free environments where employees can thrive. \nSusan Ward is the Suicide Prevention and Postvention Manager at NAMI NH. In 2021\, Susan began working at NAMI NH as the Garrett Lee Smith Grant Project Coordinator. The grant focused on suicide prevention for youth and young adults in three NH countries .Susan is a Connect trainer and has become more involved in providing Connect trainings and training others in NH and the US in become trainers in suicide prevention and postvention. Susan is a former first-grade teacher and previously held the position as the Career Development Coordinator at Beacon College\, a college exclusively for students with learning disabilities. Susan received her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2019. \nMay 29 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLived Experience \nEli’s wife was attacked and injured in their front yard by a man with a knife who tried to cut her throat. Eli ran down\, disarmed\, and rendered the attacker unconscious. Eli’s wife was pregnant with their 4th child at the time of the attack. He stopped working during the trial and combined with the results of the trauma to the family\, he fell into a deep depression culminating in the decision to die by suicide. \nEli is now a facilitator for Vital Cog\, a “Mental Health Champion” at Zachry\, and just finished co-chairing the Construction Working Minds Summit for suicide and substance abuse prevention. He recently started sharing the story to give hope to those who are suffering.                                                                         \nEli Embleton is the Dream Manager for Zachry Construction where he helps employees thrive at home and at work. He currently leads learning and development and was a former bilingual safety trainer and certified safety and health official. Eli speaks 6 ancient and modern languages and co-created the FUNctional Spanish program offering language and cultural immersions at Zachry’s famous hotel\, the Hilton Palacio Del Rio in San Antonio Texas.
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/mentalhealth2025/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070655
CREATED:20250219T182055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T191114Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Golf Classic 5/19 NV **SOLD OUT!**
DESCRIPTION:NORTHERN VIRGINIA SPRING GOLF CLASSIC\nMonday\, May 19\, 2025  |  See detailed schedule below\nGet ready for a golfing experience like no other! This year\, we’re shaking things up with NOT ONE\, BUT TWO shotgun starts! Join the Early Bird Brigade for a morning tee-off\, or swing into action with the Afternoon Aces. Whatever your schedule\, we’ve got you covered! \nDon’t miss out on the fun! Register now and get ready to drive\, chip\, and putt your way to an unforgettable day on the greens! \nRegistration deadline is May 12\, however\, this tournament always sells out\, so register early! \nPLEASE NOTE: BOTH SESSIONS ARE SOLD OUT\nSCHEDULE\n \n\n\n\nMorning Shotgun **SOLD OUT!!** \n7:00AM Check-in and buffet breakfast w/ Bloody Marys\n8:00AM Shotgun Start \nLunch and prizes following play\nAfternoon Shotgun **SOLD OUT!!** \n12:00PM Check-in and lunch\n1:30PM Shotgun Start \nDinner and prizes following play\n\n\n\n  \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by May 7 COB\nHole: $300 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nHole w/ Table $500 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nRefreshment Stand: $500 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nDriving Range: $500 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nClosest-to-the-Pin Contest: $500 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nPutting Contest: $600 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nCupcake Station: $850 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nCigar Station: $850 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nBeverage Cart: $1\,000 – includes logo displayed on each beverage cart\, recognition in program\nGolf Ball: $1\,200 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nBreakfast: $1\,500 – includes signage\, recognition in program\nGolf Cart: $1\,500 – includes logo on every golf cart\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nTee Gift: $2\,000 – includes signage\, recognition in program\nLunch: $2\,000 – includes signage\, recognition in program SOLD OUT!!\nReception: $2\,000 – includes signage\, recognition in program\nSelect during registration or email Maureen Nanna to register as a sponsor! \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!             \n                                                    \nLOCATION\nChantilly National Golf & Country Club\n14901 Braddock Road\, Centreville\, VA 20120 \nCOST\nMembers Only event: $1\,340 per Foursome\nPlease note that we have adopted a team-based registration approach for this year’s event. Team registrations only will be accepted; individual registrations will not be available. \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations received after 5:00PM on May 12\, 2025. \nQuestions?\nContact Maureen Nanna
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/nvspring25/
LOCATION:Chantilly National Golf & Country Club\, 14901 Braddock Road\, Centreville\, VA\, 20121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Nanna":MAILTO:maureen@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070655
CREATED:20250114T181128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T181128Z
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 5/21 NV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025  |  4:00PM – 8:00PM \nABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the American Safety and Health Institute’s training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling\, with confidence\, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nShaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-5-21-nv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070655
CREATED:20250429T155712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T155832Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Mental Health Awareness Month - Breaking the Stigma
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: ABC’s Building Awareness to Break the Stigma \nWHEN: Thursdays — May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29\, 2025\nTIME: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nWHERE: Via Zoom (Link will be sent out after registration) \nPRICE: Registration Fee: $100\n**ALL proceeds donated to the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)** \nREGISTER THROUGH ABC NEW HAMPSHIRE/VERMONT HERE \nAlthough most presenters reference New Hampshire in their presentations\, the take-aways know no borders. Due to the personal nature of topics\, we will not be recording these sessions. \nReach out to Jennifer Landon if you have questions or inquiries about bringing mental health awareness programming to your organization 603-657-4079. \nAll presentations run 11:30 – 12:30 (EST). The Zoom link for all presentations will be sent Tuesday\, April 29 \nABC Members and Chapter Staff Only \nMay 1 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nTotal Human Health – An ABC National Initiative \nPresented by Joseph Xavier\, ABC National Senior Director of Health & Safety \nABC members care about their employees. Not only do they want to send them home safe at the end of the shift\, they also want them to live a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the abundance life has to offer through their careers and beyond. The Total Human Health Initiative encompasses multiple dimensions of health organized within four\, simple and easy to remember categories: Body\, Heart\, Mind\, and Soul. Total human health is focused on building a resilient workforce connected though relationships and engaged in performing construction work to a high standard of safety\, quality and effectiveness. Our workforce is our most important resource\, highly skilled and ready to build the places where America lives\, learns\, works\, heals\, plays and prays. We cannot achieve anything without our workforce. \nJoe is a safety and workforce expert with more than 30 years of experience. He leads and contributes to the development and deployment of the overall health\, safety and environment strategy for the association\, its 69 chapters and its more than 21\,000 member companies \nMay 8 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLife Interrupted presented by Cheryl Guerin \nLife Interrupted is an educational presentation given by trained presenters who have had their own lives interrupted due to the mental illness of a family member or a loved one. By speaking about their own experiences\, the presenters address mental illness stigma and educate communities about mental illness\, the impact of supporting a loved one\, and the resources that are available for support. \nThis presentation is intended: \n\nTo help audiences understand the family perspective on mental illness.\nTo reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and to demonstrate that family recovery is possible.\nTo encourage hope for families that are affected by mental illness.\nTo educate communities about NAMI NH\, its philosophy\, services\, and the benefits it provides to families.\n\nLife Interrupted presentations are free and available to any group or organization in NH interested in learning more about mental illness and the support and education that NAMI NH provides. Participants from other states are encouraged to attend and reach out to their local NAMI organizations to learn more about the services and resources they provide \nCheryl Guerin has lived experience as the step mom of two adult children adopted from foster care and as a single mom with full custody of her two biological children.  One of her sons lives with major depressive disorder\, social anxiety disorder\, and autism.  Cheryl’s currently the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at Dartmouth College and on the Board for NAMI NH.  She brings together a career in HR and her lived experience as a caregiver as a NAMI NH volunteer speaker\, teacher\, and role play participant. \nMay 15 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nRecovery-Friendly Workplaces \nBecoming a Recovery-Friendly Workplace offers numerous benefits for employers\, employees\, and society. These benefits include enhanced employee well-being\, improved productivity\, reduced turnover\, and positive economic impacts. It also promotes a more inclusive and supportive work environment\, fostering a culture that values recovery and reduces stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. It is not only a retention and recruitment strategy – it’s the right thing to do. This presentation addresses: \n\nRecovery-friendly workplaces prioritize employee mental health\, leading to a more engaged and productive workforce.\nSupporting employees in recovery can increase job satisfaction and loyalty\, leading to lower turnover rates.\nBy addressing mental health and substance use issues\, employers can create a more productive and efficient work environment.\nBecoming a recovery-friendly workplace can improve the company’s reputation and brand image\, attracting and retaining talent.\nBy addressing underlying issues\, employers can reduce healthcare costs associated with mental health and substance use.\nRecovery-friendly workplaces can expand the pool of qualified candidates\, including individuals who may have struggled with substance use disorders or mental health issues.\n\nPam Carbee is a proud New Hampshire native who has spent her life volunteering and giving back to her community. She has a bachelor’s degree from Granite State College in Behavioral Science and a graduate certificate in Community Mental Health with a specialization in co-occurring disorders and families.  She is a dedicated non-profit management professional with extensive experience in planning and implementing programs\, she excels at building and maintaining relationships with the state\, public\, and private agencies to drive meaningful impact. She accelerates the achievement of program goals and serves as a valuable resource in crisis services\, trauma-informed care\, substance use and recovery\, and workforce development.  She is also an experienced trainer and presenter\, providing education on these topics for fifteen years. With a deep understanding of community needs across New Hampshire\, she specializes in substance use prevention and recovery\, child protection\, family services\, and veteran support. Passionate about empowering individuals\, supporting veterans and strengthening communities\, she is committed to connecting individuals with essential resources to foster positive change. \nMay 22 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nStigma Free – Suicide Prevention \nThe Stigma Free presentation will raise awareness about mental health stigma\, its impact on employees and employers. It also focuses on the importance of fostering mental health awareness\, support\, and community within organizations\, equipping companies with resources to create stigma-free environments where employees can thrive. \nSusan Ward is the Suicide Prevention and Postvention Manager at NAMI NH. In 2021\, Susan began working at NAMI NH as the Garrett Lee Smith Grant Project Coordinator. The grant focused on suicide prevention for youth and young adults in three NH countries .Susan is a Connect trainer and has become more involved in providing Connect trainings and training others in NH and the US in become trainers in suicide prevention and postvention. Susan is a former first-grade teacher and previously held the position as the Career Development Coordinator at Beacon College\, a college exclusively for students with learning disabilities. Susan received her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2019. \nMay 29 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLived Experience \nEli’s wife was attacked and injured in their front yard by a man with a knife who tried to cut her throat. Eli ran down\, disarmed\, and rendered the attacker unconscious. Eli’s wife was pregnant with their 4th child at the time of the attack. He stopped working during the trial and combined with the results of the trauma to the family\, he fell into a deep depression culminating in the decision to die by suicide. \nEli is now a facilitator for Vital Cog\, a “Mental Health Champion” at Zachry\, and just finished co-chairing the Construction Working Minds Summit for suicide and substance abuse prevention. He recently started sharing the story to give hope to those who are suffering.                                                                         \nEli Embleton is the Dream Manager for Zachry Construction where he helps employees thrive at home and at work. He currently leads learning and development and was a former bilingual safety trainer and certified safety and health official. Eli speaks 6 ancient and modern languages and co-created the FUNctional Spanish program offering language and cultural immersions at Zachry’s famous hotel\, the Hilton Palacio Del Rio in San Antonio Texas.
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/mentalhealth2025/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070655
CREATED:20250401T191438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T191448Z
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SUMMARY:Best Practices: Start-Up & Close-Out 5/22 NV
DESCRIPTION:BEST PRACTICES: START-UP & CLOSE-OUT\nThursday\, May 22\, 2025  |  3:00PM – 5:00PM\nAre you a project manager or assistant PM looking to enhance your skills in commercial construction? Join us for an engaging and interactive class where we dive into the essential steps for successfully starting up and closing out projects. \nLearn from industry experts as they share valuable tips and practices for the critical phases of project management—from the moment a project is awarded to the final turnover. Discover what has worked well in our experiences\, and be aware of common pitfalls to avoid. \nThis class is designed to be highly interactive\, encouraging questions and discussions to ensure you gain practical insights and knowledge. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your project management expertise and connect with fellow professionals! \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST \nMembers – $55\nNon-Members – $75 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/best-practices-start-up-close-out-may22/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Tashjian":MAILTO:jenny@abcva.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T070655
CREATED:20250429T155712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T155832Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Mental Health Awareness Month - Breaking the Stigma
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: ABC’s Building Awareness to Break the Stigma \nWHEN: Thursdays — May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29\, 2025\nTIME: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nWHERE: Via Zoom (Link will be sent out after registration) \nPRICE: Registration Fee: $100\n**ALL proceeds donated to the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)** \nREGISTER THROUGH ABC NEW HAMPSHIRE/VERMONT HERE \nAlthough most presenters reference New Hampshire in their presentations\, the take-aways know no borders. Due to the personal nature of topics\, we will not be recording these sessions. \nReach out to Jennifer Landon if you have questions or inquiries about bringing mental health awareness programming to your organization 603-657-4079. \nAll presentations run 11:30 – 12:30 (EST). The Zoom link for all presentations will be sent Tuesday\, April 29 \nABC Members and Chapter Staff Only \nMay 1 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nTotal Human Health – An ABC National Initiative \nPresented by Joseph Xavier\, ABC National Senior Director of Health & Safety \nABC members care about their employees. Not only do they want to send them home safe at the end of the shift\, they also want them to live a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the abundance life has to offer through their careers and beyond. The Total Human Health Initiative encompasses multiple dimensions of health organized within four\, simple and easy to remember categories: Body\, Heart\, Mind\, and Soul. Total human health is focused on building a resilient workforce connected though relationships and engaged in performing construction work to a high standard of safety\, quality and effectiveness. Our workforce is our most important resource\, highly skilled and ready to build the places where America lives\, learns\, works\, heals\, plays and prays. We cannot achieve anything without our workforce. \nJoe is a safety and workforce expert with more than 30 years of experience. He leads and contributes to the development and deployment of the overall health\, safety and environment strategy for the association\, its 69 chapters and its more than 21\,000 member companies \nMay 8 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLife Interrupted presented by Cheryl Guerin \nLife Interrupted is an educational presentation given by trained presenters who have had their own lives interrupted due to the mental illness of a family member or a loved one. By speaking about their own experiences\, the presenters address mental illness stigma and educate communities about mental illness\, the impact of supporting a loved one\, and the resources that are available for support. \nThis presentation is intended: \n\nTo help audiences understand the family perspective on mental illness.\nTo reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and to demonstrate that family recovery is possible.\nTo encourage hope for families that are affected by mental illness.\nTo educate communities about NAMI NH\, its philosophy\, services\, and the benefits it provides to families.\n\nLife Interrupted presentations are free and available to any group or organization in NH interested in learning more about mental illness and the support and education that NAMI NH provides. Participants from other states are encouraged to attend and reach out to their local NAMI organizations to learn more about the services and resources they provide \nCheryl Guerin has lived experience as the step mom of two adult children adopted from foster care and as a single mom with full custody of her two biological children.  One of her sons lives with major depressive disorder\, social anxiety disorder\, and autism.  Cheryl’s currently the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at Dartmouth College and on the Board for NAMI NH.  She brings together a career in HR and her lived experience as a caregiver as a NAMI NH volunteer speaker\, teacher\, and role play participant. \nMay 15 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nRecovery-Friendly Workplaces \nBecoming a Recovery-Friendly Workplace offers numerous benefits for employers\, employees\, and society. These benefits include enhanced employee well-being\, improved productivity\, reduced turnover\, and positive economic impacts. It also promotes a more inclusive and supportive work environment\, fostering a culture that values recovery and reduces stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. It is not only a retention and recruitment strategy – it’s the right thing to do. This presentation addresses: \n\nRecovery-friendly workplaces prioritize employee mental health\, leading to a more engaged and productive workforce.\nSupporting employees in recovery can increase job satisfaction and loyalty\, leading to lower turnover rates.\nBy addressing mental health and substance use issues\, employers can create a more productive and efficient work environment.\nBecoming a recovery-friendly workplace can improve the company’s reputation and brand image\, attracting and retaining talent.\nBy addressing underlying issues\, employers can reduce healthcare costs associated with mental health and substance use.\nRecovery-friendly workplaces can expand the pool of qualified candidates\, including individuals who may have struggled with substance use disorders or mental health issues.\n\nPam Carbee is a proud New Hampshire native who has spent her life volunteering and giving back to her community. She has a bachelor’s degree from Granite State College in Behavioral Science and a graduate certificate in Community Mental Health with a specialization in co-occurring disorders and families.  She is a dedicated non-profit management professional with extensive experience in planning and implementing programs\, she excels at building and maintaining relationships with the state\, public\, and private agencies to drive meaningful impact. She accelerates the achievement of program goals and serves as a valuable resource in crisis services\, trauma-informed care\, substance use and recovery\, and workforce development.  She is also an experienced trainer and presenter\, providing education on these topics for fifteen years. With a deep understanding of community needs across New Hampshire\, she specializes in substance use prevention and recovery\, child protection\, family services\, and veteran support. Passionate about empowering individuals\, supporting veterans and strengthening communities\, she is committed to connecting individuals with essential resources to foster positive change. \nMay 22 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nStigma Free – Suicide Prevention \nThe Stigma Free presentation will raise awareness about mental health stigma\, its impact on employees and employers. It also focuses on the importance of fostering mental health awareness\, support\, and community within organizations\, equipping companies with resources to create stigma-free environments where employees can thrive. \nSusan Ward is the Suicide Prevention and Postvention Manager at NAMI NH. In 2021\, Susan began working at NAMI NH as the Garrett Lee Smith Grant Project Coordinator. The grant focused on suicide prevention for youth and young adults in three NH countries .Susan is a Connect trainer and has become more involved in providing Connect trainings and training others in NH and the US in become trainers in suicide prevention and postvention. Susan is a former first-grade teacher and previously held the position as the Career Development Coordinator at Beacon College\, a college exclusively for students with learning disabilities. Susan received her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2019. \nMay 29 11:30 – 12:30 (EST) \nLived Experience \nEli’s wife was attacked and injured in their front yard by a man with a knife who tried to cut her throat. Eli ran down\, disarmed\, and rendered the attacker unconscious. Eli’s wife was pregnant with their 4th child at the time of the attack. He stopped working during the trial and combined with the results of the trauma to the family\, he fell into a deep depression culminating in the decision to die by suicide. \nEli is now a facilitator for Vital Cog\, a “Mental Health Champion” at Zachry\, and just finished co-chairing the Construction Working Minds Summit for suicide and substance abuse prevention. He recently started sharing the story to give hope to those who are suffering.                                                                         \nEli Embleton is the Dream Manager for Zachry Construction where he helps employees thrive at home and at work. He currently leads learning and development and was a former bilingual safety trainer and certified safety and health official. Eli speaks 6 ancient and modern languages and co-created the FUNctional Spanish program offering language and cultural immersions at Zachry’s famous hotel\, the Hilton Palacio Del Rio in San Antonio Texas.
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/mentalhealth2025/2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:Frame It Right: Understanding Cold-Formed Steel for GCs\, Contractors & Framers 5/29 NV
DESCRIPTION:FRAME IT RIGHT: UNDERSTANDING COLD-FORMED STEEL FOR GCs\, CONTRACTORS & FRAMERS\nThursday\, May 29\, 2025  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM\nUnlock the secrets of cold-formed steel framing! This program equips contractors\, subcontractors\, and estimators with the knowledge to design\, build\, and bid projects with confidence. Get the inside track on engineering essentials\, framing details\, and best practices to ensure successful projects every time. Lunch provided. \nUnderstanding cold-formed steel is important in construction because it helps ensure:\nStructural integrity: Proper design and construction prevent collapses and safety issues.\nProject success: Accurate planning and execution reduce errors\, delays\, and cost overruns.\nCompliance: Knowledge of cold-formed steel framing ensures adherence to building codes and regulations. \nKey Takeaways\n• Understanding design and constructability: Learn how to ensure successful projects by understanding cold-formed steel framing design and construction aspects.\n• Importance of engineering: Recognize the need for engineering expertise in cold-formed steel framing projects.\n• Practical knowledge for estimators: Gain insights on what estimators need to be aware of when working with cold-formed steel framing\, enabling more accurate bids and project planning. \nSPEAKER\nJeff Klaiman\, PE\, Principal\, ADTEK Engineering and representing MASFA (Mid-Atlantic Steel Framing Alliance)\nMr. Klaiman leads ADTEK’s structural engineering and specialty engineering practices. With over 30 years of experience and national recognition as an expert in the design and construction of cold-formed steel framing\, he conducts seminars to educate and promote the design\, inspection\, development\, and most efficient use of cold-formed steel framing. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern VA Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember & Non-Members – $25 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/frameit25/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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