Mission Empower

PEAL Center Disability and Mental Health Summit 2021: Youth Sessions - Apr 12-13
2021-04-12 - 2021-04-13
DISABILITY AND MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT 2021: YOUTH SESSIONS
April 12 @ 9:00 am – April 13 @ 11:30 am UTC+0

These sessions are specifically for transition age young people, ages 14-26. Families/teachers are welcome to assist or register for them.

About this Event

If you need any assistance registering for this event, please email kbrinkley@pealcenter.org
There are 4 sessions for youth. Please select which sessions you are registering for when prompted.
Monday, April 12th, 9:00-10:00 am: Using Your Voice for Change

Do you know of a problem that needs fixed? Is there something that you want to see changed for the better for everyone? Learn how powerful YOUR voice can be!

Monday, April 12th, 10:30-11:30 am: Building Healthy Relationships

What does a “healthy” relationship look like? How do I set boundaries for myself in a relationship? Learn how to value your own self-worth and identify what it means to be in healthy friendships and relationships.

Tuesday, April 13th, 9:00-10:00 am: Out of the Box Transition Planning

Learn about some of the unique ways transition teams have been preparing students for life after high school during the pandemic. Whether you’re at home or in school, there are countless ways to stay engaged and focus on the future!

Tuesday, April 13th, 10:30-11:30 am: Friendships: Building a Good Life for Teens & Young Adults

Making friends can be hard work. Let’s talk about what true friendship looks like, how to nurture friendships, and why they are important in everyone’s lives!

Family Members or Individuals: If you are registering an individual student to attend, please choose this option.
Teachers: If you are registering for a class, please choose this option. Please make sure you indicate how many youth will be attending, and how they will be logging in, either individually or all together. We understand that some students may be absent, but give us your best guess.
We look forward to seeing the youth who will be participating this year!

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MISSION EMPOWER - Wonderful Wednesdays with Wendi
2021-04-07 15:00 - 2021-04-21 16:00 (America/New_York)
Each week Mission Empower has a live podcast at 3:00 pm on Wednesday. Please subscribe to our newsletter to get an invitation to the next event!
W4
April 7, 2021
Peal Center – Kelly King – Navigating Behavioral Health Systems
Registation
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=bqpx7qabb&oeidk=a07ehs6arage74aa0a5
Survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MY9RKK2

W4
April 14, 2021
NAMI of Erie County Talking About Upcoming Programming
Registration
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=bqpx7qabb&oeidk=a07ehs6iqfo34ea086b
Survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MTDD3Y8

W4
April 21, 2021
Lisa Karney From NWPA Career Link
Registration
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=bqpx7qabb&oeidk=a07ehs6s9nz19134f0f
Zoom
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XTR9LDH
If you have any questions, a topic or guest speaker you would like to see, please email Wendi at wwojtecki@missionempower.org

Youth Event | Game Night | April 1, 2021
2021-04-01 17:00 - 18:30 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Youth ENVISION event hosted by Mission Empower

Come play some games! Snacks provided!

Transition Night with OVR - March 30 @ 6:30pm
2021-03-30 18:30 - 20:30
We have great news! OVR is hosting a district-wide Transition Night with OVR on March 30th at 6:30pm specifically designed for transition-aged youth and families.
The Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) provides vocational rehabilitation services to help students and adults with disabilities prepare for, obtain, or maintain employment. OVR can assist students in selecting their vocational goal, provide counseling and guidance, diagnostic services, assessments, job development and placement services.
This event will allow youth with disabilities and their parents/guardians to connect with a few of our staff, learn about OVR services, and to discuss the next steps to take toward gaining their independence. The Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) can assist youth throughout their transition process by working with our Early Reach Coordinators and Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. Even after a student graduates from high school, OVR continues to help the student in obtaining their employment goal.
We would appreciate your assistance to spread the word about the upcoming Transition Night with OVR. Thanks always for your support! If you have any questions, please contact me. Anyone interested in registering should contact Jennifer Divins at jdivins@pa.gov. Thank you.

Career Street / Jennifer
2021-03-24 15:00 - 16:00
Career Street is a comprehensive career exploration and planning program linking businesses, nonprofit organizations, and schools to create and share experiences for students to job shadow, intern, tour companies, benefit from class speakers, and participate in career workshops and fairs.
Register: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=bqpx7qabb&oeidk=a07ehn1b0eud7d052bb
Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VPSYM7W

Youth Event | Seeking Employment / Volunteer Work Training | March 18, 2021
2021-03-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Online Event on ZOOM
Youth ENVISION event hosted by Mission Empower

Job readiness training, resume building
LINK to ZOOM Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85672050162

Pathway of Hope / Tessa And Claira
2021-03-17 15:00 - 16:00
The Salvation Army of Western PA
Pathway of Hope is a program that works to help families overcome barriers like unemployment, unstable housing, and a lack of education in order to break the cycle of crisis and vulnerability while leading families down a path toward increased stability and, ultimately, self-sufficiency. We appreciate support from companies like CSSI, to help give families HOPE
Register: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=bqpx7qabb&oeidk=a07ehn14rjq17e6a8e6
Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L35L27F

Youth Event | Art Night | March 4, 2021
2021-03-04 17:00 - 18:30 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Youth ENVISION event hosted by Mission Empower

Supplies will be provided!

How does your child learn?
2021-03-03 15:00 - 16:00
Britney and Alex discuss different learning styles. Many students find learning new topics difficult, they may see their classmates grasping new topics quicker than they can and become frustrated, but by understanding and recognizing their specific learning style they can figure out what works best for them and become more confident and successful in school and even other aspects of their lives

Register: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=bqpx7qabb&oeidk=a07ehn0yq5kcf0f8d71
Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L9JTV9K

Youth Event | Movie Night | February 19, 2021
2021-02-19 18:00 - 20:15 | Tinseltown USA, 1910 Rotunda Drive, Erie, PA, 16509, United States
Youth ENVISION event hosted by Mission Empower

Movie TBD. This is a free event!

Youth Event | How Do YOU Learn? | February 4, 2021
2021-02-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Online Event on ZOOM
Youth ENVISION event hosted by Mission Empower

Find out which way you learn best & study tips
LINK to ZOOM Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81882734478

Wonderful Wednesdays with Wendi
2020-11-04 15:00 - 2020-12-16 16:00
Each week Mission Empower has a live podcast at 3:00 pm on Wednesday. Please subscribe to our newsletter to get an invitation to the next event!
Nov. 4th : Nami: Steve: Being Thankful with what we have
Nov. 11th : Abbe Biebel talking about Positive Youth Development
Nov. 18th : Cindy from PEAL Center: Covid-19 Annotated IEP
Nov. 25th: No program due to Thanksgiving break
Dec. 2nd: Tiahanna Martinez: Harborcreek Youth Services
Dec. 9th: Kelly King: PEAL CENTER and transitioning
Dec. 16th: Steve from NAMI and Managing Holiday Stress
If you have any questions, a topic or guest speaker you would like to see, please email Wendi at wwojtecki@missionempower.org

Knowing Your Rights in the Midst of a Pandemic - October 22nd
2020-10-22 18:00 - 19:00
Knowing your rights w/ Curtis Jones
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

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Knowing Your Rights in the Midst of a Pandemic

A Webinar Series Discussing How to Advocate for Your Child During Virtual Schooling

Join Curtis Jones on three Thursdays in October starting at 6 PM for guidance on your child receiving the accommodations they need to be successful during this new school experience! Register on our website at missionempower.org

October 8th — Advocating in the New Virtual World
October 15th — Rights and Responsibilities
October 22nd — Assistive Technology Tips

Knowing Your Rights in the Midst of a Pandemic - October 15th
2020-10-15 18:00 - 19:00

Knowing Your Rights in the Midst of a Pandemic - October 8th
2020-10-08 18:00 - 19:00

Literacy
2020-09-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Youth Summit 2020
2020-08-12 09:00 - 2020-08-14 16:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Erie Gives Day - Donate to Mission Empower!
2020-08-11 08:00 - 20:00
Thank You Erie Gives – You are the wind beneath our wings!
View our 2020 Gratitude Report!
Your donations will go toward empowering activities and trainings that help youth to launch into a productive adult life; thanks to you and everyone else who support Mission Empower!
Thank you again for your generosity!

Transportation Skills
2020-07-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Resume and Interview Readiness
2020-06-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Transitioning to Adulthood
2020-05-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Virtual Highmark Walk 2020
2020-05-09 - 2020-07-15
Dear Community Supporter,
We are asking for your collaboration as community businesses to invest in the youth that will inspire leaders within the next generation across the region, developing their talents, cultures, and values in our community.
Thanks to our supporters, Mission Empower has been able to provide services at no cost to community members with disabilities. Programs that we offer families are; Dyslexia tutoring, career readiness, work experiences with high school students, informative training, and a youth advocacy group that contributes back to the community. Thank you. Today, we are asking once again for your support.
This year with COVID-19 changes, participates can walk in Virtual Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community by July 15, 2020. The target is $15,000 for this event; we are counting on your support to help us meet our goals. Your sponsorship will be the focus of youth and their families, to learn about how to navigate self-advocacy in their adult lives.
As a valued community partner, your support is vital to us. As a token of our appreciation for your generosity, we will promote your organization on our Facebook page and our website. We value your partnership with our organization, and we look forward to showing Erie that you stand with us in the campaign for empowerment.
Sponsorship may include:

Corporate Sponsorship

Gift certificates for Raffle prizes for each virtual walker that supports M.E.

Creating virtual teams to walk in support of Mission Empower

We look forward to hearing from you. Together, we can empower Erie’s children and youth with disabilities. Thank you for helping us reach for the stars and make dreams of success a reality. If you have any questions, contact: Norma Lewis – nlewis@missionempower.org or 814-825-0788 ext 102.
Kind regards,
Jill Hrinda-Patten
Executive Director
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Financial Literacy **POSTPONED**
2020-03-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Raise Them Strong: Training on Building Resilience
2020-02-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Free Seminar on BHRS Changes
2020-01-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Join us at Mission Empower for a light lunch and learn about the changes coming in 2020 regarding BHRS/Wraparound services. Come learn:

What Intensive Behavioral Services/IBHS are
How the changes affect you and your family
What does the transition from BHRS to IBHS mean to current services
How long is this transition in services expected to take
Answers to any other BHRS questions you may have

Mental Health First Aid Training - January 13 & 14, 2020
2020-01-13 09:00 - 2020-01-14 13:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Free Training Opportunity:
Mission Empower is teaming up with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) for a training on Mental Health First Aid.
There are 2 opportunities to attend this free training and receive your certificate:

January 4, 2020 9-5, lunch provided
January 13 & 14, 2020 9-1 must attend both days, lunch provided

Why take Mental Health First Aid? Because 1 in 5 U.S. adults will face a mental health challenge every year. Educate yourself with this free 8-hour course that will teach you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of a mental illness.

We all experience emotional ups and downs from time to time caused by events in our lives. Mental health conditions go beyond these emotional reactions and become something longer lasting. They are medical conditions that cause changes in how we think, feel, and behave. With proper treatment, people can realize their full potential, cope with the stresses of life, work productively and meaningfully contribute to the world.
Participants must be 18 years old and will gain an understanding of the challenges and impact mental health conditions can have on your family, friends, coworkers, students, and other loved ones. Please contact us to register, for more details, or stop by for fliers to give to anyone interested!

Mental Health First Aid Training - January 4, 2020
2020-01-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

IEP Trainings and Clinic
2019-10-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Mission Empower Monthly Webinar - September 20, 2019
2019-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
LUNCH and LEARN
WEBINAR SERIES
Learn of vital resources and strategies to be your child’s best advocate all while taking your lunch break!
Join us for:
Please stay tuned for our Lunch and Learn Webinar series for every third Friday from 12:00 pm–1:00 pm. Topics include IEPs, family engagement, collaborating with your child’s school team and so much more!
When: Friday, September 20, 2019
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00 pm
Where: Your favorite computer or mobile device
REGISTER NOW
Any questions call 814 825-0788.
See you there.

Mission Empower Monthly Webinar - August 23, 2019
2019-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
LUNCH and LEARN
WEBINAR SERIES
A Fresh and Informed Start to the New School Year with Mission Empower
Join us for:
Please stay tuned for our Lunch and Learn Webinar series for every third Friday from 12:00 pm–1:00 pm.
REGISTER NOW
When: Friday, August 23, 2019
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00 pm
Where: Your favorite computer or mobile device
Any questions call 814 825-0788.
See you there.
