Chester County ACEs Coalition

04/21/2026

Building connection is a powerful part of healing.

NAMI Chester County PA is offering a free Peer-to-Peer support program for adults experiencing mental health challenges. This 8-session series creates a safe space to share, learn coping strategies, and grow alongside others with lived experience.

Wednesdays, 6–8 PM beginning May 20 in Downingtown.

Register here: https://namichescopa.org/.../nami-peer-to-peer-downingtown/

Looking for support on your mental health journey? Join NAMI Peer-to-Peer this May at Central Presbyterian Church (Downingtown)!

NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a FREE 8-session program for adults experiencing mental health challenges. Led by volunteers with lived experience, it offers a safe, confidential space to connect, share, and grow.

You’ll learn coping skills, set personal goals, and gain insight alongside others who understand. You’re not alone. Classes will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6-8PM, starting 5/20. Register today to join at: https://namichescopa.org/event/nami-peer-to-peer-downingtown/

04/19/2026

Join us for Faith & Wellness: Pathways to Healing—a meaningful afternoon dedicated to connecting faith, mental health, and community support. 💛

🗓 May 12th
⏰ 1:00 – 4:30 PM (Registration & light refreshments at 12:45 PM)
📍 Episcopal Church of the Trinity, Coatesville, PA

This event brings together faith leaders, local providers, and community members to explore practical tools and resources that support healing and well-being.

🌿 What to expect:
• Overview of 988 & 211 resources
• Provider panel on accessing care
• Local organization spotlight
• Community resource tables

Whether you're a faith leader, community member, or someone passionate about mental wellness—this space is for you.

🎟️ Register now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5FG9HVM

Let’s come together to support healing in our communities. 💫

04/17/2026

Denim Day (April 29) is more than just wearing jeans—it’s a powerful statement against victim-blaming. It began after a court overturned a sexual assault conviction, claiming the victim’s clothing implied consent. In response, people around the world wear denim to stand in solidarity with survivors and challenge harmful myths.

During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, The Crime Victims' Center of Chester County, Inc. honors Denim Day by raising awareness, supporting survivors, and advocating for a culture of respect and accountability. And we are supporting their efforts!

Join us: wear denim, start conversations, and help create a community where survivors are believed and supported. 💙

We are grateful for the incredible support at our Sexual Assault Awareness Month launch events across Chester County!

As we head into mid-April, it’s time for one of our easiest and anticipated SAAM events: Denim Day!

1: Wear denim
2: Snap a pic
3: Share it to show your support

Want to level up? Host your own Denim Day at your school or workplace and spread the message even wider!

04/14/2026

🌿 May is Mental Health & Trauma-Informed Awareness Month 🌿

Join the Chester County ACEs Coalition for a FREE Lunch & Learn series this May! 🍽️💬

🗓 Wednesdays | ⏰ 12:00–12:30 PM | 💻 Virtual
Take a break, grab your lunch, and invest in your well-being with meaningful conversations on resilience, healing, and growth.

✨ Session Topics:
• May 6: What Are ACEs?
• May 13: Your Nervous System Is Talking—Are You Listening?
• May 27: Parenting: The Inside Job

💚 Whether you're a parent, professional, or just curious about mental wellness, these sessions offer valuable insights and practical tools.

🎟️ Reserve your FREE spot today: https://bit.ly/CCACEsLunchAndLearns

Let’s learn, grow, and heal—together. 💫

03/24/2026

New research shows that physical activity may play a powerful role in helping the brain cope with trauma and build resilience. 🧠💪

Staying active isn’t just good for your body—it could also support emotional healing and stress recovery in meaningful ways.

Curious how movement impacts the brain after trauma? Read more here:

New research shows that lifetime physical activity can moderate the brain's response to childhood trauma, strengthening neural connectivity and promoting stress resilience.

03/17/2026

🧡 Join us for Coatesville Voices!

Step away from the stress of the day, share openly, and connect with others in a welcoming community space. Dinner is provided!

📅 March 18 & April 15
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Health Equity Center (744 E. Lincoln Hwy Coatesville, PA – 4th Floor)

Come as you are, meet new people, and be part of the conversation.

03/10/2026

TONIGHT!What’s the Connection? Understanding trauma before- and after- su***de

Trauma can shape how we cope with stress, relationships, and emotional pain. It can also play a role in su***de risk—and losing someone to su***de can be a traumatic experience in itself.

Join us for this free virtual presentation to better understand the connection between trauma, ACEs, and su***de, and to learn ways to build hope, resilience, and healing.

This event is open to anyone who:
• Has lost someone to su***de
• Knows someone who has been affected
• Wants to better understand the connection between trauma and su***de

📅 March 10, 2026 | 7–8 PM | Zoom

💻 Register here: https://bit.ly/TraumaANDSuicide

03/09/2026

🕯️ What’s the Connection? Understanding trauma before- and after- su***de

Trauma can shape how we cope with stress, relationships, and emotional pain. It can also play a role in su***de risk—and losing someone to su***de can be a traumatic experience in itself.

Join us for this free virtual presentation to better understand the connection between trauma, ACEs, and su***de, and to learn ways to build hope, resilience, and healing.

This event is open to anyone who:
• Has lost someone to su***de
• Knows someone who has been affected
• Wants to better understand the connection between trauma and su***de

📅 March 10, 2026 | 7–8 PM | Zoom

💻 Register here: https://bit.ly/TraumaANDSuicide