The county is providing a series of free educational sessions throughout December to help residents address mental health and substance abuse issues. These training programs aim to equip community members with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and other related concerns.
Adverse Childhood Experiences Virtual Training
On Monday, December 9, at noon, the county will host a virtual training session on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This session will raise awareness about the potential long-term impacts of traumatic events during childhood, such as abuse or neglect, and how these experiences can affect mental and physical health throughout a person’s life.
Mental Health First Aid for Adults and Youth
The county is also offering Mental Health First Aid training, which provides participants with the tools to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders.
Adult training: This two-day session will be held on December 5-6 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. each day.
Youth training: A separate virtual session for youth will take place on December 9 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Opioid Overdose Reversal Training
On Wednesday, December 18, at 5 p.m., the county will offer Opioid Overdose Reversal training, teaching attendees how to assist someone who is experiencing an overdose. Participants who complete the training will receive a free dose of naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid overdoses and save lives.
Suicide Prevention Training
Additionally, the county will host Suicide Prevention training on Monday, December 16, at 11 a.m. This session will teach participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to refer someone to appropriate professional help.
All training sessions are designed to empower residents with essential skills to address pressing mental health and substance abuse issues within the community.
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