Samaritan Counseling Center, Lancaster

SAVE THE DATE: November 11, 2021. Our Silent Samaritan Luncheon is returning to in-person this year!!

Explore the evolution of societies understanding and the dramatic attempts across generations to unravel the mysteries of mental illness with @witf.org during their virtual preview screening and panel discussion around Mysteries of Mental Illness on Monday, June 21 at 7pm. Join us for this FREE virtual event and RSVP at bit.ly/WITFevent.

If you're the spouse or partner of a clergy member, you'll want to attend this event. It's created just for you! The registration deadline is Thurs., January 21, 2021. Go to https://conta.cc/34mWp7a to sign up. You'll leave these sessions refreshed and ready for a new year!

Great words to reflect on as we end and begin years.

Lancaster friends, we need your help! Would you take a few minutes to nominate a local business you admire for its ethical practices? The center is currently accepting nominations from the community for its 2021 Ethics In Business award program! Fill out the form here: https://scclanc.org/eth/ethics-in-business-nomination-form/

Becoming a monthly donor is an affordable way to support non-profits. To learn more about Samaritan Champions at the Samaritan Counseling Center go to https://scclanc.org/samaritan-champions/.

Two week countdown till our virtual Silent Samaritan luncheon! Have you registered to attend yet? All the details are at https://scclanc.org/event/2020-silent-samaritan-luncheon/.

The holiday season this year brings with it added complexities! Please join us for Compassionate Holidays to learn how the skills of mindfulness and compassion can help you wisely navigate stressors and reconnect to joy and peace. Meeting online December 3, 4, 10, and 11 from 6-8:30pm. Also offering 11 CEs for mental health professionals. Please visit: https://scclanc.org//online-change-through-compassion-core

Shop Boscov's October 14th & October 15th and receive 20% off and we receive 5% of your total purchase. It's a win for everyone!

Start your Christmas shopping early on Wednesday, October 14th and Thursday, October 15th and receive 20% off! In addition, Samaritan Counseling Center will receive 5% of your total purchase. This is a great way to support local non-profits while getting a jump on your holiday shopping!

Concerned about politics being a problem for your family gatherings this holiday season? Hear from some of our staff on how to navigate this topic. https://www.abc27.com//family-politics-discussions/6021632/

We're excited to introduce Steven J. Schedler, Samaritan Counseling Center's new Executive Director! Steve is a licensed clinical social worker who has served in a variety of human service roles for 20 years. Learn more about Steve here: https://scclanc.org/staff/steven-schedler.

Do you know a Lancaster County business or organization that exemplifies integrity, fairness and justice, stewardship, a life-enhancing approach and transparency? Click here to nominate them for next year’s 2021 Ethics In Business Award: https://scclanc.org/ethi/ethics-in-business-nomination-form.

September is Suicide Awareness Month. FREE information on September 24th from 12-1pm from MHA for anyone interested in learning more about suicide prevention.

So true and fitting for the start of school.