Conference Details:
Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Complimentary Lunch is Included
DeSales University
University Center
2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034
Topics & Highlights
- Keynote address by Brigadier General Don Bolduc (Ret.) about his powerful story of leadership, service and personal healing.
- A “Smart Home” workshop highlighting simple, affordable technologies that support memory, communication and daily tasks.
- And more
Conference Workshops
Art Therapy & the Brain
A Creative Healing Workshop
Explore how art therapy uses creative expression to stimulate brain function and promote emotional well-being. This workshop will show you how artistic activities can activate different areas of the brain, leading to greater self-awareness, insight, and healing. No artistic experience is necessary; just bring an open mind.
Accessible Technology
Smartphones
Discover how to use your smartphone’s built-in accessibility features and simple tools like calendars, reminders, and font settings to support your daily routines. This workshop offers practical tips to make your device easier to use, helping you stay organized and independent.
Qigong
Mindful Movement & Meditation
Engage in a session of mindful movement, breathwork, and meditation. This workshop will introduce you to Qigong, a practice that can be performed either seated or standing to help calm the mind and body.
Chair Yoga
Gentle Movement for Relaxation
Join this session for a gentle introduction to chair yoga. We’ll focus on seated stretches and breathing techniques to help you manage stress, relax, and improve flexibility.
Caregiver Workshop
Strategies for Emotional Wellness
Designed specifically for caregivers, this workshop provides practical strategies and tools for managing emotional well-being. Learn new techniques you can incorporate into your daily life to better support yourself while caring for others.
Emotional Wellness
The Practice of Mindfulness
Learn about the benefits of mindfulness meditation, including stress reduction, improved well-being, and enhanced immune function. This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of mindfulness and provide practical examples you can use every day.
Staying Active
Setting Goals for Well-being
Find motivation to stay active in this goal-oriented workshop. We’ll focus on setting achievable goals and incorporating regular physical activity into your daily routine to support your strength, mobility, and overall well-being
For more information about sponsorships, vendor opportunities, accommodations and other general inquiries, please contact Emily Lyter at elyter@gsrh.org.
Register now for this FREE conference for individuals with brain injury, their families, caregivers, and professionals to connect to resources and information that can help on the journey to recovery and practice.
Hosted by Good Shepherd Rehabilitation in partnership with Mind Your Brain Foundation, this dynamic program focuses on sharing research, insights and therapies designed to address the personal and medical issues of individuals affected by brain injury, whether personally or professionally.