Youth Mental Health First Aid
with Vikki Webster, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital Events
Free
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.
The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA 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.
This course is for adults who work with youth, including teachers, school staff, coaches, camp counselors, youth group leaders, and parents. It will be located at the Pen Bay Physician's Building at 4 Glen Cove Drive, downstairs in Conference Room C. Participants should pack lunch. All participants will receive a certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid.
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Session 1: May 14th, 2024
from 8:00 am - 4:30 pmWill run
Pen Bay Physicians Building
4 Glen Cove Drive
Rockport, ME 04856
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