October is Emotional Wellness Month: a time to take stock of things that affect your overall physical, mental and spiritual well-being, to breathe deeply, and surround yourself with positive feelings. Compassion fatigue is common among those who work to care for others…so remember to take time to focus on your own emotional wellness!

Pro-ACT President Kim Warma and Dr. Rick Van Acker will provide insight into this topic during their presentation at the 2019 CASE/NASDSE Joint Conference, Oct. 27-29 in Louisville, KY. Don’t miss it!

Pro-ACT, Inc. is offering 2 upcoming training classes: Williston, VT, December 9-13, and Framingham, MA, January 13-17 (along with Recertification classes in both locations). Register to join us and become a Pro-ACT-certified In-service Instructor!

Hear more about “Offering Choices and Reducing Escalation Behavior” from Pro-ACT President Kim Warma and Hannah Kreps of New Trier High School District when they address the lllinois Alliance of Administrators of Special Education on Oct. 17 at its annual Fall Conference.

This month take time to celebrate those recovered from or in treatment for mental health or substance use disorders. Educate yourself to help increase awareness of the treatment options that help people to recover and lead healthy and rewarding lives.