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Our team will be participating in agricultural meetings around the state and at annual conferences, so stop in and say HI. If you have questions or suggestions for events please reach out as this is a new program for UME. We are happy to respond to invitations for private training / events.
COME SEE US:
UMES Small Farm Conference
Friday, November 4- Saturday, November 5
UMES, Princess Anne, MD
Observe, Engage, Share Virtual Training
Monday, November 7, 9:30 am-2:30 pm
tinyurl.com/ubawu9kp
Maryland Shellfish Aquaculture Conference
Tuesday, November 15, 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Westin Annapolis Hotel- Annapolis, MD
"Beyond Self-Help" Stigma Management Virtual Workshop
Tuesday, November 15, 11 am-12 pm
https://tinyurl.com/2p87unze
Mid-Atlantic Crop Management School
Thursday, November 17, 8-10 am
Princess Royale, Ocean City, MD
Stress Surfing- Virtual Stress Management Series
Session 2 - Wednesday, November 9, 12 pm- 1 pm
https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/t JUuc-2vrzkrHtetzo4sgSPNp4Ota1hlXIGp
Session 3 - Wednesday, November 16, 12 pm- 1 pm
https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqd--grDwiHNI7WmNzyKqc8IH4-MH0880L
Maryland Farm Bureau Annual Convention
Saturday, December 3- Tuesday, December 6
Hyatt Regency- Cambridge, MD
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Upcoming Virtual OES Training
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University of Maryland Extension, Farm Stress Management Workshop for Agriculture Service Providers
This workshop is designed for Agriculture Service Providers to equip them with the skills and knowledge to support farms and farm families in times of distress. The University of Maryland Extension Farm Stress Management Team will train service providers to identify signs of distress, develop skills to communicate with those experiencing stress, and provide resources both locally and nationally. Financial and regulatory topics will also be discussed as they are often contributors to stress on the farm.
Upcoming Training (Hosted from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM):
Zoom Link will be sent upon Eventbrite Registration
For more information contact Ryan Salsman, Farm Stress Program Coordinator, University of Maryland Extension
(240-623-6731/rsalsman@umd.edu)
To register visit tinyurl.com/ubawu9kp. The program is open to all. If you need special accommodations please contact the organizers two weeks prior to the event. For more information on the Farm Stress Management Education Project visit www.go.umd.edu/farmfamily.
This material is based upon work supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under sub award number ENE20-160-34268.
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Stress Surfing - Stress Management Series
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Join us for these interactive, FREE educational sessions, where we work with you to:
- Create better awareness of stress
- Learn practical stress management techniques that can help improve the overall wellbeing of you and your loved ones
For questions and special accommodations, please contact Ryan Salsman at rsalsman@umd.edu or 240-623-6731
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When & Where:
Dates: November 9, & 16
Time: 12 pm to 1 pm
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"Beyond Self-Help" Stigma Management Virtual Workshop
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Join us for this interactive educational session, where we work with you to:
- Create better awareness of how stigma prevents us from receiving the care we need
- Learn practical strategies to combat stigma within yourself and with loved ones
When & Where:
Tuesday, November 15
11 am - 12 pm
Virtual – Register using link provided
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Presenter:
Alexander Chan, Ph.D., LCMFT
Mental Health Specialist
University of Maryland Extension
Register Today!
https://tinyurl.com/2p87unze
For questions and special accommodations, please contact Ryan Salsman at rsalsman@umd.edu or 240-623-6731
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Previous Farm Stress Events-
October 7 USDA Farmer's Market 4-H Day
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AgriSafe Talking Total Farmer
Health® Podcast
New Episode: Mental Health Resources for Farmers
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This month on Talking Total Farmer Health we speak with Karen Endres from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture. Karen is the Farmer Wellness Program Coordinator for the Trade and Consumer Protection Division and she gives us some great resources available to farmers in the state of Wisconsin. Listen (even our non-Wisconsin followers!) to also learn about some national resources AND be inspired to find out what the Department of Agriculture in your state offers! Listen now!
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Podcast Episodes 1-5 from Cultivemos!
Cultivating Resilience: Growing Together
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Please take a moment to enjoy the Cultivating Resilience podcast, where farm care starts with self-care. In Cultivating Resilience, you’ll hear from real independent farmers on the struggles they face every day, and how they are overcoming them. We’ll provide resources to strengthen your mental health and survive uncertain times. Guests discuss specific stresses that farmers face such as family farm succession, economic burdens, and rural isolation.
Let’s build a community where farmers and ranchers can support each other through the shared experiences of joy and struggle that come hand in hand with working and cultivating land. Be sure to listen, share, and review so that we may continue building this community and cultivate the resilience in the agricultural community. Listen while you're washing carrots or taking a walk or whenever your favorite podcast time may be. Share it with farmers, service providers, and your friends and co-workers.
The podcast is hosted by Network members Hans Hageman and Kay-Megan Washington and multiple episodes feature Dr. Jesse Ketterman of the Farm Stress Management team.
Episode 1: Farm Finances features Cultivemos Network members Valerie Woodhouse from Honey Field Farms, and Maria Pippidis and Dr. Jesse Ketterman from Cooperative Extension
Episode 2: Climate Change Anxiety hears from Wichie Artu from Magnetic Fields Farm and Dr. Nadine Burton from Tallawah Farms
Episode 3: Community featuring Ashanti Williams and Arian Rivera of the Black Yard Farm Collective, and Eustacio mil Quino
Episode 4: Family Farming & Legacy featuring Thelma Kiernan, Amanda Dotterer Condo, and Candice Dotterer White.
Episode 5: Warning Signs and How to Help with Extension Educators Maria Pippidis and Dr. Jesse Ketterman and Keith Ohlinger, owner of Porch View Farm in Maryland.
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Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
& the Southwest Center for Agricultural Health,
Injury Prevention, and Education
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Video about mental health and suicide in the agricultural community
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9-8-8 is the NEW Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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As of July 16, 2022, anyone who needs help can call or text 9-8-8 to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Individuals will be connected to trained counselors who will listen, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. Research has shown that by calling 9-8-8 while in emotional distress, callers feel less suicidal, less depressed, and more hopeful.
Differences Between 9-1-1 & 9-8-8
By dialing 9-1-1, callers are connected with either emergency medical services, fire or police. Those who dial 9-8-8 will instead be connected with trained counselors. If you call or text 9-8-8, law enforcement will NOT be alerted unless you are actively at risk for suicide or homicide
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Free Therapy Services for Farm Families
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We produced a new video walkthrough of the therapy intake process. It uses a step-by-step approach to the entire process and makes it easier to understand.
Free Therapy Services for Farm Families
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The University of Maryland Extension Farm Stress Management Team provides education and outreach on topics related to mental and physical wellness for farmers, families, and communities. Specifically, we focus on developing resources to alleviate stressors driven by financial, legal, or mental health issues.
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Tips for Successful Family Meetings
Video Length: 40:57
Date: June 9, 2021
Description: Effective family communication is a cornerstone of farm business stability. Given that farm operations are often a mix of family and business relationships, farm families face additional challenges in practicing effective interpersonal communication. This webinar will provide the tools that all family members can use to maintain positive family relationships which in turn support the health of the farm business.
Take Charge of Your Stress
Video Length: 38:57 | Date: December 15, 2021
Speaker: Dhruti Patel, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Science
Description: Stress is an inevitable part of our existence and the best way to manage stress is to learn how to navigate stress-inducing situations. Come join us to learn more about how stress works within our body and ways you can take charge of the daily stresses to avoid burnout and improve wellbeing. We will also discuss practical evidence-based techniques you can start using right away to manage stress.
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Avian Influenza Resources
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In response to the multiple cases of High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI) on farms in Maryland and Delaware we have compiled the following resources.
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