UMatter – One Thing I Wish You Knew

An inspirational event for teens and adults.

Learn to celebrate the superpowers that enable teens to triumph in the face of adversity. Discover real life stories of individuals who have overcome obstacles by tapping into their inner strength.

A panel discussion with former top NBA Draft Pick from the NY Knicks and collegiate All-American Mike Sweetney. And international professional baskbetball All-Star and the only known NBA Player with Multiple Sclerosis, Chris Wright.

UMatter Open House

Be somebody who makes everybody feel like a “somebody”. Find out how.

Join us for dinner and find out more about UMatter

UMatter creates opportunities for peer support, and gives you the tools to help friends who are struggling with mental health challenges.

Presentation at 6:30pm

Culinary and Art #2

A weekly program that will allow young adults to participate in a variety of creative art activities, art skills, and lunch preparation while enjoying time with friends.

Lunch will be made and enjoyed by participants.

$1710

FC Walk and 5K Run

Join friends, family and community as we walk together to create a greater acceptance and understanding of the unique needs and the unique gifts of people with special needs. Join over 2,000 others for a jam-packed day with family-friendly activities, food and entertainment! Oh yeah, and a walk.

Adult Mornings: Tuesday

A weekly program that will allow adults to participate in a variety of woodworking, creative art activities, art skills, and culinary preparation while enjoying social time with peers in the community.

Lunch will be made and enjoyed by participants.

$90 weekly

 

 

An Evening of Empowerment

Dual event

For Parents: Children and Social Media

Raising children with realistic views under the influences of reality and social media.

By: Barbara Lauer-Listhaus

 

For Middle-School Students: Spot the Signs

Recognizing mental health challenges, anxiety and depression in peers.

By: Aryeh Spingar MSc

Safetalk Training Workshop

  • Acquire the skills you need to identify and help a friend in need
  • Get trained in suicide alertness skills.
  • Learn to apply the TALK steps: Tell, Ask, Listen, and KeepSafe
  • Become a UMatter ambassador

Receive safeTALK certification upon completion.

For ages 15 and up

 

YA Tuesday Program

A weekly program that will allow young adults to participate in a variety of creative art activities, art skills, and lunch preparation while enjoying time with friends.

Lunch will be made and enjoyed by participants.