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Trauma Informed Care Project

The TIC project seeks to educate our communities about the impact of trauma on clients, co-workers, friends, family, and even ourselves.

Understanding the impact of trauma is an important first step in becoming a compassionate and supportive community.

04/11/2026

👋Meet this year's Trauma-Informed Care speakers!
▪️Georgie Wisen-Vincent, PhD, LMFT, RPT-S, ECMHS
▪️Jim Harris, MSW, Ed.D.
▪️Susan Green OTR/L
▪️Jacob Priest, PhD, LMFT

Join us as we learn how to better recognize, respond to, and support those impacted by trauma.
Register here: https://orchardplace.org/trauma-informed-care-conference/

04/02/2026

Trauma-informed care changes lives.

It’s about safety.
It’s about understanding.
It’s about empowerment.

Be part of the journey and join us on June 9 and 10.
👉 Register here: https://orchardplace.org/trauma-informed-care-conference/

03/06/2026

Save the Date!

Join Orchard Place for our upcoming Trauma-Informed Care Conference on June 9–10 at the Holiday Inn Des Moines - Airport.

This two-day conference will bring together professionals, educators, advocates, and community partners to deepen their understanding of trauma-informed practices and strengthen the way we support children and families.

📅 Mark your calendars now - registration opens in April.

Learn more and stay updated here:
https://orchardplace.org/trauma-informed-care-conference/

We look forward to seeing you in June.

10/02/2025

Help us celebrate Gladys’ remarkable 40-year career at Orchard Place! Join us in honoring her dedication by supporting the Trauma Informed Care Conference Fund established in her name.

🔗https://orchardplace.org/donate-now/

Stay tuned as we share more about Gladys' incredible journey with OP!

09/01/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Month.
Every day, Orchard Place provides a safe environment for children and families to heal, find hope, and build resilience.

Su***de is the second leading cause of death for youth ages 10–14. But together, we can change this.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988. Help is here.

***dePreventionMonth

08/01/2025

Today we celebrate an incredible milestone - Gladys is marking 40 years with Orchard Place!

Over the past four decades, Gladys has been a steady force of compassion, wisdom, and innovation in the world of children’s mental health. From her early work at the Child Guidance Center to her leadership in advancing trauma-informed care across the state, her commitment has left a lasting mark on our organization and the lives of countless children and families.

Whether launching new initiatives, mentoring colleagues, or building programs from the ground up, Gladys has always been guided by the Orchard Place mission.

Please join us in congratulating Gladys on 40 years of dedication, impact, and unwavering service. We are so lucky to have her as part of the Orchard Place family!

07/28/2025

Make your mental health a priority. It's important to prioritize yourself, to say no, and to engage in self-care. You can't give your best if you aren't at your best.

07/24/2025

Happy International ! Today serves as a reminder that self-care is essential for all, including our children. Teaching youth about self-care and emotional awareness now will pave the way for their future success. Let's make our well-being a priority not just today but every day!

07/21/2025

For more information on the services offered at Orchard Place or the career opportunities available, check out our website: orchardplace.org

07/17/2025

Happy from the Orchard Place team! Emojis are a fun way to express our emotions and reactions.

Here at Orchard Place, we often check in with each other by asking, "How are you feeling today?" Trauma separates us from our feelings and can also amplify intense feelings, so this question helps us identify what we are feeling, and to be okay with having all kinds of feelings.

Share your current feelings with us! Drop an emoji in the comments section! 🌞

06/24/2025

The House and Senate are proposing drastic cuts to Medicaid and food assistance (SNAP) — programs that thousands of Iowa youth rely on.

At Orchard Place, 75% of the children we serve rely on Medicaid, and many live in food-insecure homes. Cutting these programs would devastate their access to mental health care and nutrition — both critical to healthy development.

✉️ Take Action: Contact your Senators and Representatives today. Tell them:
➡️ Don’t cut Medicaid or SNAP
➡️ Fully fund these life-saving programs
➡️ Protect the health and future of Iowa’s kids

📞 Click the link for contact info for Iowa lawmakers. Make your voice heard!
https://orchardplace.org/news-articles/proposed-federal-budget-cuts-threaten-iowas-youth/

05/28/2025

A bill with significant cuts to Medicaid and food assistance passed the US Congressional House of Representatives. If it becomes law, the consequences for the children and families of Iowa could be devastating.

Protect Medicaid Now and Contact Iowa’s Senators!

🔗Read more: https://ow.ly/1Ovm50W0qlk

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