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Are you prepared?
Did you know that 1 in 4 Americans will experience a mental illness in their lifetime?
Although many of us know CPR & First Aid, you’re much more likely to encounter someone with mental health symptoms than someone having a heart attack.
WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
Recovery Resources is proud to be among the first providers of Mental Health First Aid training in Ohio. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an exciting public education program, similar to CPR and First Aid, that helps people identify, understand, and respond to individuals experiencing signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. MHFA was developed to help members of the community support an individual developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?
Like CPR and First Aid, this training is recommended for everyone, especially people who regularly work with the public (healthcare professionals, teachers, retail employees, emergency services workers, customer service professionals, etc), as well as anyone who wants to learn more about mental health and substance use or feel more comfortable assisting someone experiencing a crisis.
WHAT DO PARTICIPANTS LEARN?
This innovative 12-hour training teaches:
- Basic knowledge of the potential risk factors and warning signs for a range of mental health problems
- A 5-step action plan encompassing the skills to assess a situation, select and implement appropriate interventions, and help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional care
- Understanding of the prevalence of various mental health disorders in the U.S. and the need for reduced stigma
- Working knowledge of the appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help resources available to help someone with a mental health problem achieve recovery
WHERE?
MHFA trainings can be held anywhere in Northeast Ohio. Trainings at Recovery Resources are held at 3950 Chester Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114 (free parking in lot behind building).
HOW MUCH DOES THE TRAINING COST?
Unless otherwise noted, the cost for MHFA training is $175/person. Groups of 5+ who register together receive a discount of $125/person. Contact Jennifer Harrison for more information about special rates for hosting a training at your organization (for groups up to 25 people). Scholarships may be available.
Participants receive:
*MHFA certification valid for three years
*MHFA participant workbook & additional resources
*Lunch & snacks both days
WHEN?
MHFA trainings are held from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm over two consecutive days, unless otherwise noted (evening and weekend trainings may be available). You must pre-register to attend.
Upcoming trainings:
February 23 & 24, 2012 at Recovery Resources
FULL/REGISTRATION CLOSED
March 22 & 23, 2012 in the Detroit/Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland (location TBD)
REGISTRATION OPEN TO PEOPLE WHO WORK OR LIVE IN THE DETROIT/SHOREWAY NEIGHBORHOOD. Due to generous funding from the Ginn Foundation, we are able to offer this training at no cost to participants who live in that area. Click HERE to register!
April 19 & 20, 2012 in the Hough neighborhood of Cleveland (location TBD)
REGISTRATION OPEN TO PEOPLE WHO WORK OR LIVE IN THE HOUGH NEIGHBORHOOD. Due to generous funding from the Ginn Foundation, we are able to offer this training at no cost to participants who live in that area.
Click HERE to register!
May 17 & 18, 2012 in the Glenville neighborhood of Cleveland (location TBD)
REGISTRATION OPEN TO PEOPLE WHO WORK OR LIVE IN THE GLENVILLE NEIGHBORHOOD. Due to generous funding from the Ginn Foundation, we are able to offer this training at no cost to participants who live in that area.
Click HERE to register!
June 21 & 22, 2012 at Recovery Resources
REGISTRATION OPEN Cost: $175/person Group discount for 5+: $125/person
Click HERE to register!
September 20 & 21, 2012 at Recovery Resources
REGISTRATION OPEN Cost: $175/person Group discount for 5+: $125/person
Click HERE to register!
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Across the country, people are talking about Mental Health First Aid:
ABC News
NPR
Here's what Northeast Ohio is saying about Mental Health First Aid at Recovery Resources:
“Knowledge is power and I feel empowered!”
“This training should be mandatory for anyone who supervises people, HR professionals, police/fire/EMS, school counselors/teachers.”
“Where has this been all of our lives?”
“This training explained and answered a lot of questions personally and vocationally.”
“Very engaging and educational.”
“I recommend that everyone should take this course if dealing with people on a regular basis.”
“A+”
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