Session I : 9:10 - 10:25 am

1. A 'Wellth of Soultions' - Cancelled
Redefining crisis while exploring the power of choosing where your answer to life’s challenging questions come from your heart, your head or both.  Brainstorm and collaborate with essential oils, flower essences and principles of alignment to discover your Wellth of Soulutions to bountiful and beautiful living.
Dr. Lauren Nappen,Ahhhjusting to Life

2. Chaos & Courage: Women Raising Children with ADHD
 Chaos & Courage offers a unique focus on the wellbeing of women who are called upon to educate and advocate about AD/HD to teachers, friends and family with very little support of their own.  Mothers will be exposed to the stress management techniques used by top CEOs, who also operate in taxing environment, as well as the latest research on the genetics of AD/HD and its management.  Participants will also discover, most importantly, that they are not alone in their efforts, but rather are part of a dynamic community of women.  Time has been set aside for brainstorming the next steps in helping women to gather strength from our numbers and courage in camaraderie – as this retreat is the first step in empowering women and families affected by AD/HD to better navigate school, family, and work life.
Natalie Knochenhauer, JD, Founder, Executive Director of ADHD Aware

3. Decorating Cupcakes
This class will provide a basic understanding of the art of cake / cupcake decorating.  You will learn how to fill a   cupcake.  The three ways to frost a cupcake will be included.  Some basic decorating skills for cupcakes include the star decorations, and simple flowers.  Learn how to make these cupcakes for your next event or party for dessert!
Amy Recinos, Amy's Creative Cakes

4. Eating for Spiritual Growth
Participants will learn how to enhance spiritual development by eating the foods that are right for your body.  They will earn how you eat is just as important as what you eat, learn easy implement strategies for eating well and understand how amazing you are and why feeding yourself well in all areas of life should be your first priority.
Susie Beiler, Holistic Health Counselor, Occupational Therapist Spectrum Health Consulting,

5. Elder Care-Financing and Related Issues
This workshop will cover the fundamental issues related to financing long-term care, protecting assets for the spouse at home and recommended estate planning documents.  All attendees would receive a detailed handout and would be given the opportunity to ask questions at the conclusion of the presentation.
Terry Lee Farber, Associate, Law Office of E. Garret Gummer, III

6. Express Yourself Effectively:  How To Improve Communication And Resolve Conflict
This workshop will help you improve your communication skills and resolve conflicts. Verbal and non-verbal skills along with a communication strategy will be presented.  Participants will have the opportunity to practice the strategy with one another.  They will leave the session prepared to immediately implement the strategy in their personal lives and begin improving their relationships.
Marianne Kepler, M.A., Associate Professor of Psychology, Bucks County Community College
Life coach, Dragonfly Reflections

7. Finding Balance: How to Achieve Peace of Mind in a Demanding Life - Cancelled
In this interactive workshop, I will be providing the participants with practical tipsand advice for improving work-life balance: finding and striking a healthy balance between the demands work and home life; engaging the help and support of friends, family, colleagues and business partners; setting priorities; managing stress; taking care of yourself (e.g., exercise, nutrition, time away from the office, etc.)
Liz Bywater, PhD., President, Bywater Consulting Group

8. Finding the Belly Dance Goddess Within
Workshop will cover basic techniques, posture, a combination of drills, oscillations, and simple combinations at a moderate pace. Belly dance suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Linda Krause, "Flaming Wild Flower" Freelance
 

9. Finding the Roots of Your Past
This workshop will focus on ways to trace your family history including what to search for and where to find family information.
Kathy Bachman

10. Hot Monogamy
Can't get no satisfaction?? Come to this interactive workshop and explore all aspects of sexual pleasure and health, regardless of your age, sexual orientation or relationship status. All are welcome!
Rachele Daniels, Community Health Educator, Planned Parenthood

11. It's Who You Know
This workshop will discuss effective networking, collaboration, word of mouth advertizing, referrals, and promotional opportunities.
Jamie Broderick, Owner, Network Now

12. Listen: Your Body Is Talking!
This experiential workshop explores how shifting body postures and increasing awareness of your breathing can affect emotions and thoughts in the present moment.  Experience how the body can assist you in shifting habitual emotions and over-thinking.
Marge Norton-Barr, Licenses Professional Counselor

13. Mat Pilates
Participants will learn proper breathing techniques, exercise principles and benefits of Mat Pilates, perform Mat Pilates exercises (focusing on abdominals, back and legs) and finish with quiet meditation.  Time will be available at the end of the session for Q & A. Participants should dress comfortably in loose fitting clothing and bring a mat or large towel.
Debra Brockette, CPT/Fitness Instructor

14. Poor Indoor Air Qualilty Can Make You Sick-Cancelled
Poor indoor air quality has lead to increasing health problems and can contribute to illness and symptoms.  This workshop will explore mold and other allergens, chemicals and cleaners, Radon and other potential contaminants as well as how to detect, avoid and clean them up. 
Janice McKelvey, RN, Certified Mold and Allegan Inspector

15. Prime Time Sexuality - Cancelled
One aspect of woman's wellness is our understanding of ourselves as sexual beings.  In this workshop, participants will be invited to be a part of an interactive, experiential group discussion about aging and sexuality.  A multi-dimensional model of sexuality will be presented. Group guidelines will be established to facilitate.
Lisa B. Schwartz, Ph.D.

16. Self-Care a Priority to Succeed on Your Terms
Do you ever feel like a hamster on a wheel? You know what you need to be doing to take better care of yourself and have more fun but never seem to “get around to it”.  If you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, stressed, or just generally deprived of passion and fun, then this presentation is for you.  Learn how extreme self-care is the foundation you need to be more successful, create financial freedom, and have better relationships.
Paula Gregorowicz, The Paula G Company

17. Separation and Divorce: Your Legal Rights
Confusion. Fear. Anger. Depression. Anxiety.  These are all normal emotions for someone who is considering separation and divorce.  During separation and divorce, couples must make some of the most important decisions in their lifetime.  An Alpha Center Attorney-Mediator will discuss and offer clarity on many of the legal, financial and practical matters that must be considered by both individuals.  This informational class will also discuss divorce mediation as an alternative to litigation.
Debbie Schneider,Esq., Alpha Resource Center, LLC

18. Take charge-Think Clearer-Balance Your Brain
The power to heal now takes only 5 minutes… and you can do it yourself! No pills, no long hours of practice, no complicated protocols.  Learn 2 BodyTalk  techniques that will balance your brain and body.  Think clearer, be calmer.  Use them anywhere, anytime with anyone!  Reverse your aches and pains.  You can't change what comes to you, but you can take charge of how you respond.
Jalma Marcus,  RN, BS, MS,CBP, Certified PaRama Practioner & Body Talk Access Trainer, Certified Therapeutic LifeStyle Healthcare Practioner Principal, Pa BodyTalk Center