The prevalence of mental health issues among the general population is something that greatly affects our churches and communities. Anything that United Women in Faith can do to foster a culture of inclusion and support of mental health — and not just physical health — extends the feet and hands of God out into the world. Because we deeply care about the well-being of others, we realize the importance of our response to their mental health needs.
Identify. Understand. Respond.
Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course provided by the National Alliance of Mental Illness of Stark County. Participants will learn about mental health and substance-use issues. This class is free but space is limited. To receive information about registering email: contact@westohioumw.org.
Learners complete a 2-hour, self-paced online course, and participate in a 4.5 to 5.5-hour, Instructor-led virtual training. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion.
Schedule for 2022
9:00am to 4:00pm ET
Wednesday, August 3
Wednesday, October 5
Wednesday, December 7
Trainers for this event:
Robin Holland
Systems Navigator at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Stark County
Mental Health First Aid Instructor for National Council of Mental Wellness
Terri Turner
Case Manager for Baier Foundation
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Stark County (Volunteer)
Mental Health First Aid Instructor for National Council of Mental Wellness
WHY SHOULD YOU TAKE PART IN THIS SERVICE AND ADVOCACY EDUCATION
OPPORTUNITY?
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.
WHAT IT COVERS
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Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges.
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Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
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How to interact with a person in crisis.
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How to connect a person with help.
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Expanded content on trauma, substance use and self-care.
Nearly
1 IN 5
in the U.S. lives
with a mental illness.
Source: National Institutes of Mental Health
Learn how to respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE):
