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 or substance use problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. There will be a 30 minute lunch break and snacks provided by App Faith Health. If you are […]
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training teaches law enforcement officers, first responders, and other professionals useful skills to respond more effectively to individuals in a behavioral health crisis or with an intellectual and developmental disability. CIT aims to increase safety for both officers and people in crisis and reduce arrests. This is a closed session for Rutherford […]
WRAP® is an evidence-based self-management and recovery system developed by a group of people with mental health difficulties who struggled to incorporate wellness tools and strategies into their lives. WRAP® is designed to: decrease and prevent intrusive or troubling feelings and behaviors; increase personal empowerment; improve quality of life; and assist people in achieving their […]
Learn 3 steps anyone can use to recognize signs and help prevent suicide. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer. Participants will learn how to question, persuade, and refer those struggling with thoughts of suicide, to life-saving help. This 2 hour program teaches community members to recognize the warning signs of a suicidal crisis, offer […]
System of Care: Child and Family Team I and II gives parents, caregivers and professionals an overview of Child and Family Team meetings from the family’s perspective and teaches strategies and facilitation skills to support children, youth, and families. Goodwill Career Center 1616 Patton Avenue, Asheville April 25th & 26th 9:00am-4:00pm each day Registration is […]
MHFA is an 8 hour class designed to help participants combat stigma, learn to promote wellness, and help in a crisis. Through a 5 step action plan participants will learn the skills needed to help a person who is experiencing distress due to mental health or substance use. Registration is required. Cost of class is […]