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March 26 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Cost: $10.00
presents:
Date & Time: Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Adams County Emergency Services Center, 230 Greenamyer Ln. Gettysburg, PA 17325
Cost: $10
This program is made possible by a generous grant from the Robert C. Hoffman Foundation Charitable Endowment Trust
What to Expect
- A brief filmed lecture by Dr. Pat Deegan on the voice-hearing experience.
- Immersive simulation using specialized audio equipment.
- Engaging group discussion to deepen understanding and empathy.
What People Are Saying
“Thank you for allowing me to gain a deeper understanding of what a person goes through. I don’t just have sympathy—I have empathy.”
“If you can put yourself in another’s shoes, even briefly, it changes how you respond to and care for others.”
“This experience was transformative. It challenged my perceptions and gave me insight into supporting those who hear distressing voices.”
About the Training
This 2 hour immersive simulation is designed to provide participants with a firsthand understanding of hearing distressing voices. Developed by Dr. Pat Deegan, the simulation enables participants to:
- Define the types and varieties of voice-hearing experiences.
- Develop empathy and awareness of these challenges.
- Learn practical ways to help individuals who hear distressing voices.
Participants will engage in real-life tasks while experiencing simulated auditory hallucinations, followed by a group discussion to process insights and lessons.
Who Should Attend?
Ideal for behavioral and physical health professionals, students, caregivers, first responders, educators, clergy, policymakers, and anyone seeking to better understand this experience.
Please Note:
This training is designed for non-voice hearers.
Consent to Participate
All participants must sign a consent form to participate. To review the form prior to the event, email trainings@penncares.org.
Availability is limited—register today to secure your spot!
Questions? Contact Allison Fisher at trainings@penncares.org.
PennCares Cancellation Policy
- PennCares Support Services reserves the right to cancel an event due to low enrollment or other circumstances which would make the event non-viable.
- PennCares reserves the right to substitute course instructors as necessary.
- If PennCares cancels an event, registrants will be offered a full refund.
Postponement: Should circumstances arise that result in the postponement of an event, registrants will have the option to either receive a full refund or transfer registration to the same event at the new, future date.
Substitutions and Transfers: We understand that circumstances may occur to prevent you from attending a training. If you find that you are unable to attend one of PennCares’ trainings, you have several options:
- Send a substitute: Substitutions are accepted as long as a written request is received. Substitutions may be made without penalty provided the original registrant contacts PennCares at trainings@penncares.org to request this change.
- Transfer to another course: Transfers are accepted up to the day of the event as long as a written request is received. In the event the registrant cannot attend a scheduled course for which he or she is enrolled, registration can be transferred to another course.
- Refund of monies: Requests for refunds must be made in writing and received by the training refund deadline stated on the training registration form. (See below for cancellation policy).
Registration Cancellation by Participant
- Unless specifically stated on registration materials, the deadline to request a refund for your registration is 5 business days before the event.
- Registration cancellations requested prior to the deadline will be eligible to receive a refund less a 5% administration fee. *
- Cancellations received less than 5 business days before the event will not be eligible for a refund and will be billed for the total cost.
- Registered no-shows are not eligible for a refund and will be billed the total cost.
- Cancellations will be accepted via e-mail to trainings@penncares.org and must be received by the stated cancellation deadline.
- All refund requests must be made by the attendee/payee.
- Refund requests must include the name of the attendee, the training date, and payment method.
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