RENEW Results

WE'RE GROWING!

In the past 5 years, RENEW has served over 10,000 people. Participants rate RENEW programs as highly relevant and effective catalysts for positive change.

RENEW program participants tell the story best. They speak of many positive changes:

MOTIVATION REVIVES

"You got me thinking in a good way, and helped me move in a positive and good direction" -- President/CEO

"This is so practical! Anyone can take away the messages and apply them. This is essential for the managers who are feeling so scattered. Their hearts are okay but they are moving toward exhaustion. They need this! -- Education leader

"Your talk to our Board was absolutely inspiring! In fact, several members asked me if we could have our own group session with you. We all admire the wonderful and needed work you do." -- Board president

TEAM WORK IMPROVES

"Meeting together with dedicated and wise nurses from throughout the community is helping us build a "community of practice" that is contributing, through our own wellness and shared wisdom, to the health of those we serve." -- Nurse

"It was a treat to communicate with colleagues in a different setting and discuss topics other than the routine ones from our daily work. RENEW's approaches allow valuable time for participants to share resources and ideas again for both professional and personal challenges. This program was an innovative and effective approach to address the stress and frustration that many teachers experience." -- School district program facilitator

"This conversation group has increased my humanity and collegiality. I am reminded of the strength, resources, and courage of those around me" -- Physician

VITALITY AND CONFIDENCE RETURN

"I just wanted to drop you a note to say "thank you." I found your message powerful in large and small ways, and am now trying to implement what you taught us that rainy morning. I've been sharing with friends and co-workers your message -- trying to do it justice -- and it has been so well received. There is a true thirst among my peers for the kind of direction you encourage. It must feel wonderful doing such important work" -- Attorney

"Your presentation raised awareness of the issues of renewal in our lives quite a few notches for those who attended. Holding the door open for this kind of dialogue to take place is a challenge, but I think you succeeded." -- Physician

"Sunday I hiked at Pt. Reyes and thought a great deal about the many things that were said on Saturday and how they might impact my future. My heart is happier and my head is quieter than when I began the weekend and I have you to thank for that." -- Business/Community leader

MENTORING HAPPENS

Juggler's Tales

"I found your mentoring and role modeling to be invaluable. You have demonstrated how 'learning through critical reflection and dialogue' can take place in the classroom as well as in the clinical setting. This is the kind of learning that will help bright, young, new graduates successfully navigate challenges throughout their careers." -- College professor

CRISIS MANAGEMENT IMPROVES

"This conference was one of the most critically acclaimed ever. We know that your dedication to the cause of helping children and families in crises played a significant role in making it a success. -- President, Family Court

"If we all could get a dose of Dr. Clever maybe our lives could be a little less hectic. She reminds us to look for the positive, and to try to find different ways to handle our stresses so we can live healthier, happier lives." -- Nurse