Allstate Foundation representative Inez Birbiglia presents a check
to Onward & Upward Coordinator Christina Carney
& Vera House Executive Director Randi Bregman.
 

Behind them, a collection of beautiful original oil paintings
created by Vera House clients during an Onward & Upward Retreat.
 

Vera House appreciates the support of the Allstate Foundation in its ongoing commitment to the Onward & Upward program. Program Coordinator Christina Carney describes some of the unique events the Foundation's generosity helps to make possible . . .

"Onward & Upward is preparing for new fall classes beginning the end of September. Topics will include Yoga, Community, Spirituality and Painting. The most recent Onward & Upward event was an empowerment workshop titled Paint Your Own Destiny. This workshop hosted motivational speaker & humorist, Yvonne Conte, who shared in How to Climb Your Mount Everest. The afternoon, facilitated by motivational speaker Roslyn Rasberry, included a guided meditation and an opportunity for each woman to make a power totem."

Onward & Upward participants share their reflections on the program's special value in their lives and the self-care & empowerment skills they have acquired . . .

◊ I am not alone - I am connected.

◊ Focus on your strengths - step away for a breather
to listen to your heart.

◊ To identify my talents, goals, dreams & passions.

◊ I am a valuable human being.

◊ I realize that I can change my behaviors & my reaction to others
to make my life successful.

◊ We do have control – we just need to take control.

◊ To take steps to face my fears.

◊ I have made progress - I am worth fixing.
 

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The Allstate Foundation is an independent, charitable organization made possible by the Allstate Corporation.