Mental Health First Aid for Veterans, Military Members and their Families.
from NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR MENTAL WELLBEING
LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.
You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
AFTER THE COURSE. YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:
- Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.
- Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
- Understand how to interact with a person in crisis.
- Know how to connect a person with help.
- Use self-care tools and techniques.
Learn how to respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE):
Assess for risk of suicide or harm.
Listen nonjudgmentally.
Give reassurance and information.
Encourage appropriate professional help.
Encourage self-help and other support strategies.
Join the more than 2.6 million
“First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community.”
REGISTER TODAY – FREE COURSE!
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Delivery Format:
8-hour in person class with focus on Veterans/Military Families. Free admission – must complete a brief survey.After registration you will be sent to another page to get your welcome letter and the link for the brief survey. You must complete the survey to attend.
Date and Time:
Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 from 8:30am to 4:30pm(breakfast and lunch provided)
Location:
SpectraCare Foundation777 Blackwood Clementon Road, Lindenwold, NJ. 08021
Registration:
For more information contact:
Michael Mimms (mm****@nj**.com)or call (609) 455-9285
