FREE Support Groups with Polara Health Subject Matter Experts

Northern Arizona Special Needs Support Group for Parents is a FREE group for parents, grandparents and care-givers with common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. Each month we will have a topic of discussion, a guest speaker(s), Q&A and a little time to socialize
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​We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month - 6:00pm - 7:30pm 
The April 2024 meetings is a hybrid meeting. You can join in person at our Cortez Clinic 505 S. Cortez Prescott, AZ OR via Zoom and the link is below.


Tuesday, April 9th - Jen Beyst - Optimizing Brain Fitness Director of Cognitive Function Development Therapy, Polara Health

Join us for a fresh, practical look at the way our brains work and change! This workshop will feature important elements involved in keeping our brains fit for life. We’ll highlight 5 keys to optimizing brain function and introduce an objective cognitive function assessment designed to pinpoint areas to target for improvement.

We’ll also introduce Cognitive Function Development Therapy as a clinically effective modality available in Yavapai County. We’ll share how it improves cognitive processes, such as memory, attention, problem-solving skills, and nervous system regulation for individuals ages 6 to 96!  We’ll also demonstrate activities and techniques you can use and share fun, practical ways to implement these brain-building activities and elements in your daily life.

Zoom Info: Zoom Link Meeting ID: 955 0196 3579 Passcode: 973500

For more information on our Autism Program or our Special Needs Support Group please contact Heidi Ackzen at h.ackzen@polarahealth.com or 928-445-5211 ext 2604

**Polara Health invites and provides guest speakers for informational purposes and does not necessarily endorse or promote the beliefs, opinions, or views expressed by the presenter(s). The opinions and perspectives shared by the guest speakers are their own and may not reflect the official stance of Polara Health. We encourage critical thinking and open dialogue while engaging with our guest speakers, and individuals should form their own judgments and opinions based on their own research and understanding. Polara Health strives to provide diverse perspectives and foster a respectful and inclusive environment for learning and discussion.

Resilience Tools for Parents Webinar Series

Join Beni Garcia, Polara Health Kid’s Team Case Manager Supervisor, gives us wonderful ideas on:

Session 1: Decreasing Challenging Behaviors and Increase Resilience

Sessions 2: What is the Window of Tolerance and How Can It Help Me

Session 3: Self-Care is Not a Luxury

Session 4: The Power of Routines and Schedules at Home

Senior Peer Program Support Groups

Click on the button below to learn more about our FREE support groups for senior adults.

Emma’s Story…

At 16 years old, varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit attempted to end her life. MY ASCENSION is the story of the day that changed Emma’s life, and everything that’s happened since.

For Years, Emma quietly struggled with anxiety and depression, too ashamed to share her pain with family or friends. Through navigating the challenges of recovery, she discovers purpose and passion in helping other struggling teens.

MY ASCENSION is an inspiring look at Emma’s story, and includes firsthand experiences of families, friends, school officials, and suicide prevention experts. The film does not shy away from the difficult realities of the ongoing youth suicide crisis, but shares valuable resources to help keep teens safe.

Contact d.eder@polarahealth.com to learn more about showing My Ascension at your school, in your community or to a group. Polara Health and MATFORCE, working together, are bringing Emma’s Story to our communities.