Mental Health First Aid

March 21 & April 4, 2014 9:00 AM -2:00 PM (8-hour course) Valley United Way - 54 Grove St., Shelton, CT $75 per person

KNOW THE SIGNS

What is Mental Health First Aid?

LEARN THE ACTIONS

BE A LIFELINE

Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour training course designed to give members of the public key skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.

Why Mental Health First Aid?

Mental health problems are common. There is a stigma associated with mental health problems. Many people are not well informed about mental health problems. Professional help is not always on hand.

Who can be a Mental Health First Aider?

Educators/School Administrators College/University Leaders Human Resources Professionals Members of Faith Communities Homeless Shelter Staff and Volunteers Nurses/Physician Assistants/Primary Care Workers Social Workers Police/First Responders/Security Personnel Mental Health Authorities Policymakers Substance Abuse Professionals Consumers and Family Members Caring Citizens

Studies have shown that the program: 1. Improves peoples mental health. 2. Increases understanding of mental health issues & treatments. 3. Connects more people with care. 4. Reduces stigma.

For more info, call VSAAC at 203-736-8566 or email Pam Mautte at pmautte@bhcare.org.

Participants receive a 3-year certification as a mental health first aider.

Mental Health First Aid Training March 21 & April 4, 2014 9:00 AM -2:00 PM (8-hour course) Valley United Way 54 Grove St., Shelton, CT $75
Registration Form
Name _______________________________________________________________ Company ____________________________________________________________ Title _________________________________________________________________ Email ________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________ Phone ________________________________________________________________ Cell ___________________________________________________________________ Dietary restrictions _____________________________________________________ All reservations must be received no later than March 14, 2014. Make checks payable to: VSAAC Mail to: VSAAC 435 East Main Street, Ansonia CT 06401 You may also register online at vsaac.org.

Greater Valley Substance Abuse Action Council 435 East Main Street Ansonia, CT 06401 (203) 736-8566 vsaac.org