Understanding the Effects of Trauma and Stress

To be in service to others does not mean to be in sacrifice to oneself.  There is growing evidence that the impact of directly supporting others through experiences of trauma, oppression, and poverty, goes beyond burnout or fatigue.  The toll of constantly witnessing and holding space for heavily charged human emotions and experiences can distort views about the self, the world, and the future. Individuals who have chosen to be in service to others, often sacrifice their mental, physical, emotional,…

Anchoring in Restorative Practices to Heal

To be in service to others does not mean to be in sacrifice to oneself. There is growing evidence that the impact of directly supporting others through experiences of trauma, oppression, and poverty, goes beyond burnout or fatigue. The toll of constantly witnessing and holding space for heavily charged human emotions and experiences can distort views about the self, the world, and the future. Individuals who have chosen to be in service to others, often sacrifice their mental, physical, emotional,…

Resident Services Peer Sharing Call

Zoom

Do you want to connect with other on-site staff serving affordable housing residents in the Bay Area? Do you want to know how other programs are going? Do you want to share ideas and learn from your peers? If you answered yes to any of these questions, join our Resident Services Peer Sharing Call happening Friday, March 25 from 12pm-1pm PST. This call is an open space for on-site staff to share opportunities and challenges, and exchange resources.    What…