Events, Trainings, and Community Conversations
Mental wellness becomes real when we talk about it together. Our Village Services (OVS) hosts and co-leads events that bring schools, workplaces, justice partners, and community members into honest, practical conversations about mental health.
Launching Soon: Community Wellness Groups
Connection-centered spaces for mental wellness and growth. Join the inquiry list to get first access to dates + sign-up.
Family Support | Men’s Wellness | Teen Wellness
2nd Annual Mental Health Awareness Month Campaign: Check Up From the Neck Up
Join Wellness Fridays for a day of mental wellness, community resources, and healing—featuring workshops, vendors, and health assessments. A supportive space for BIPOC and underserved communities to connect and thrive.
NYSTEC PHIS 2026
NYSTEC PHIS
June 4, 2026
Panel: From Isolation to Infrastructure: How Systems Create Connection
Greg Olsen, New York State Office For Aging
Tanya Henderson, Ed.D., Our Village Services and 1st Step Mental Health Counseling
Greg Mruk, NY FarmNet
Alli Lidie, New York State Network for Youth Success
Loneliness is often experienced on an individual level, but its causes and solutions are rooted in broader systems. This panel will discuss how connections are built not only through personal relationships but also through the policies, networks, and environments that shape our daily lives. Panelists will examine how public policy, referral systems, and the design of our physical spaces can either increase isolation or foster a sense of belonging. increase isolation or foster a sense of belonging.
Zanzibar, Tanzania Wellness Retreat
Reconnect with nature—and yourself—on a transformational retreat to Zanzibar, Tanzania with SPRDLV Adventures. Expect a soulful blend of wildlife excursions, pristine beaches, cultural immersion, and restorative wellness practices, with space for both guided experiences and true downtime. Dr. Tanya (OVS) will serve as a co-facilitator for select 2026 retreats. Registration, payments, and trip logistics are managed by SPRDLV Adventures.
Bali Wellness Retreat
Reconnect with yourself on a transformational retreat to Bali, Indonesia with SPRDLV Adventures. Expect a soulful blend of tropical villa living, lush landscapes, cultural immersion, and adventure—from breathtaking beaches and local cuisine to unforgettable experiences that spark joy and connection. Dr. Tanya (OVS) will serve as a co-facilitator for select 2026 retreats. Registration, payments, and trip logistics are managed by SPRDLV Adventures.
Thailand Wellness Retreat
Experience Thailand with SPRDLV Adventures through a retreat that blends adventure, wellness, culture, and real connection. This experience is intentionally designed for personal growth—with guided moments, restorative downtime, and unforgettable cultural immersion. Tanya (OVS) is proud to join as a co-facilitator for select 2026 retreats. All registration, payments, and trip logistics are managed by SPRDLV Adventures.
Impact Forum
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Idea Exchange
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Inspire Night
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Creative Sync
From workshops to community gatherings, here's what we have coming up. Mark your calendar—we'd love to see you there.
Vision Summit
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Don’t See the Right Event Yet?
Not every community needs the same thing—and not every event needs to be open to the public. If you’re looking for a workshop, training, or conversation tailored to your school, workplace, court program, or neighborhood, we can design something just for you.
OVS collaborates with partners to:
Create private trainings for staff, leaders, or specific teams
Adapt existing workshops for your schedule, culture, and audience
Join panels, town halls, and community forums as a trusted voice in mental wellness