Compassion Fatigue Workshop

As we carefully consider updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and United Way's commitment to the safety and health of our community members, we have made the difficult decision to postpone this event. United Way is working to evaluate a future date for this event, and we will share this as soon as possible.

Join United Way of York County and the York County Truancy Prevention Initiative for a workshop on Compassion Fatugue: When the Distress of Others Becomes Contagious, presented by the Center for Schools and Communities.

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020

United Way of York County
800 E. King Street, York, PA 17403

RSVP via the "Register Now" button above.

Purpose
Compassion fatigue is a state of physical and emotional exhaustion often coupled with increased cynicism and feelings of professional ineffectiveness. It happens slowly over time when professionals are exposed to the traumatic stories of their clients. Education about compassion fatigue is a protective factor and early detection can prevent symptoms from reaching incapacitating levels. Participants in this workshop will explore the signs and symptoms of the onset of compassion fatigue and will learn about prevention techniques and self-care strategies.

Objectives
Upon completion of this workshop participants will be able to:

• Understand the characteristics of compassion fatigue (CF), secondary traumatic stress (STS) and vicarious trauma
• Understand how and why CF, STS and vicarious trauma develop
• Be aware of who is most at risk for developing CF
• Understand what happens to educator effectiveness if CF goes untreated
• Be able to identify self-care practices and personal areas for growth
   

The York County Truancy Prevention Initiative is a partnership between United Way of York County, the York County Bar Foundation and the County of York.