Pharmacist giving first aid kit to the woman client in the pharmacy store, close-up view
Americans are struggling with high levels of emotional distress from the COVID-19 pandemic and our communities need First Aiders who are equipped to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health and addiction issues, as well as care for ourselves. Become a certified First Aider and #BeTheDifference for those struggling with challenges related to COVID-19 – even during times of physical distancing.
This training is a new blended/virtual training that requires 8 hours total to complete. The first portion is a 2 hour self-paced course that must be completed before continuing to the 2nd portion of the scheduled training. The second portion of the training is a 6 hour instructor-led online training.
The course will teach you how to apply the ALGEE action plan:
Assess for risk of suicide or harm
Listen non-judgmentally
Give reassurance and information
Encourage appropriate professional help
Encourage self-help and other support strategies
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Class is limited to 20 participants. Slots are filled on a first come, first served basis. Register today for this FREE online training. matforce@cableone.net or (928) 708-0100
You're Not Alone Reclaiming Connection in the Age of Isolation By Michelle Sheydayi Chief Marketing…
Life on Life’s Terms? Easier Said Than Done in Times of Turbulence By Debra Kaplan,…
Publisher’s Note: Our Mental Wellness By Barbara Nicholson Brown The need to have open…
Take a Walk: It Might be theMost Underrated Mental Health Tool You Already Have! By…
Spotlight on: "Kid in the Corner is a grassroots nonprofit organization that was started by…
I Have a Mental Health Diagnosis, is it Permanent? By Amy Tilley, PsyD Each…