03/25 - Peer-to-Peer Learning Community Round Table Discussion: Self-Care for the Direct Support Professional (DSP)

 Peer-to-Peer Learning Community Round Table Discussion

Self-Care for the Direct Support Professional

Thursday, March 25, 2021

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

$25.00 Members - $65.00 Non-members
The Peer-to Peer Learning Community Round Table Discussion

Will be conducted as a Zoom Meeting.

The work of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) is physically, emotionally and spiritually draining and as a result, we must practice ongoing nurturing of self-care. We are all faced with unique challenges and no two people have the same self-care needs; however, we each must make an intentional investment in caring for ourselves if we are to care for others.

 During this in-depth discussion you will receive knowledge and insights that will inform you of self-care practices to help you support others in the midst of a crisis.

The Round Table Discussion will cover:

The Importance of Self-Care -- we will explore what we mean by self-care and why it matters. We will examine some common misconceptions and truths about self-care. We will review & discuss Dr. Alan Wolfelt's Self-Care Manifesto.

Identifying Stressors & Coping Skills - identify the biggest stressors you are facing right now as well as the signs of burn-out. We will identify the positive and possibly negative strategies we are currently using to cope with stress and discover new ways to manage stress that help us to build resilience.

Creating a Daily Self-Care Plan-- we will look at our unique self-care needs in 7 key life areas. We will identify the current ways we are supporting ourselves in each area and what aspects of our life need more support on a daily basis. We will then create a plan that supports our overall well-being on a daily basis.

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Training Facilitator: Amy K. Stumme, Certified Professional Co-Active Coach

 Specializes in creating dynamic learning experiences that help people and organizations become more engaged, collaborative and resilient.  Amy develops & teaches interactive workshops to develop leaders, deepen engagement and enhance well-being. Her topics includes Strengths-Based Leadership, Developing Strengths-Based Teams, The Principles of Strategic Thinking & Facilitation, Foundational Coaching Skills for Managers & Team Leaders, The 7 Principles of Fierce Conversations, Developing Resilience in Times of Stress and Elevating Emotional Intelligence. Amy has partnered with and supported over 65 organizations, businesses and nonprofits in Maryland, the United States and Canada by providing strategic planning, visioning and facilitation services.