Mental Health First Aid | In-Person Workshop

Mental Health First Aid | In-Person Workshop

Sometimes first aid isn't a bandage or CPR. Sometimes, first aid is YOU.

By The Speedy Foundation

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Starts on Wednesday, May 22 · 8:30am PDT

Location

Lift Workspace: Cowork, Conference, and Wellness Center

10266 Truckee Airport Road #Suite C Truckee, CA 96161

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Agenda

Agenda 5/22 - AM Session
Agenda 5/22 - PM Session
Agenda 4/19 - Session 1
Agenda 4/26 - Session 2
Agenda 6/11 - AM Session
Agenda 6/11 - PM Session

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 1: Workshop Content A

Shannon Decker

Workshop Content A: Welcome to MHFA, Mental Health and Mental Disorders, Role of the Mental Health First Aider and Self-care

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Break

At approximately 3:00 we will take a 15-minute break.

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 1: Workshop Content B

Shannon Decker

Workshop Content B: Common Mental Disorders in the United States, Recognize Signs & Symptoms, ALGEE: Mental Health First Aid Action Plan

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Lunch Break

About this event

Description

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an 8-hour course that prepares members of the public to provide first aid for mental ill health to those in need. Just as CPR training helps a person without a clinical background to assist an individual experiencing a heart attack, MHFA is the initial help given to a person showing symptoms of mental illness or in a mental health crisis until appropriate professional or other help, including peer and family support, can be engaged.

MHFA is an evidence-based early intervention public education program that builds mental health literacy. This workshop will help members of our community identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental ill health.

Date & Time: Mental Health First Aid consists of 8 hours of instructor-led training & peer workshopping. We offer MHFA in two 4-hour sessions or one 8-hour session. You must attend the full workshop to receive the manual, materials, and certificate.

  • 4/19/24 and 4/26/24 from 1-5 pm @ Lift Workspace - 10266 Truckee Airport Rd Suite C, Truckee, CA 96161
  • 5/22/24 from 6/11/24 from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm @ Lift Workspace - 10266 Truckee Airport Rd Suite C, Truckee, CA 96161
  • 6/11/24 from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm @ Lift Workspace - 10266 Truckee Airport Rd Suite C, Truckee, CA 96161 (For Child Advocates of Nevada County Staff ONLY)
  • Additional dates coming soon

Registration Required: This workshop requires a minimum of 6 participants for the class to take place. The maximum capacity is 15 participants. Registration will close the day before training takes place. If we do not have 6 participants enrolled, we will cancel the workshop.

Registration Fee: This training is complimentary for community members who work and/or reside in Placer or Nevada County.

Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the purpose of Mental Health First Aid and the role of the Mental Health First Aider.
  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges that may impact individuals across the lifespan, with a focus on adulthood.
  • Explain the impact of traumatic experiences and the role of resilience on individuals.
  • Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to non-crisis situations.
  • Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to crises.
  • Choose appropriate methods for self-care following the application of Mental Health First Aid in a crisis or non-crisis situation.

Mental Health First Aid Teaches Participants:

  • Potential warning signs and risk factors for substance use disorders and mental illness (including depression, anxiety, substance use, and disorders in which psychosis may occur)
  • Impact of mental and substance use disorder and common mental health challenges
  • 5-step action plan (ALGEE) to assess a situation and provide help
  • Local community resources and where to turn for help

Frequently asked questions

Who should attend this workshop?

This training is designed for community members, parents/guardians, faith communities, medical staff, teachers, coaches, frontline staff, employers, first responders, law enforcement, coaches, caring individuals...ANYONE who regularly interacts with others.

Who should not attend this workshop?

Please reflect on your own personal mental/emotional state. If you are recently bereaved or currently struggling, the content of this training might be too fresh or raw. It is recommended that participants give 3-6 months for processing/recovering before attending. **This is at your discretion.**

How old do you need to be to attend this workshop?

Anyone 18 years or older can attend this MHFA workshop.

What is the cost/value of this workshop?

This MHFA workshop is provided at no cost to participants as it is funded through California's Mental Health Services Act funding. This training is priceless as it is life-saving information. It is valued at $247 per person.

Where and when was MHFA developed?

MHFA was created in Australia in 2000 by Betty Kitchener and Professor Tony Jorm. In 2008, the National Council, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and the Missouri Department of Mental Health brought Mental Health First Aid to the United States.

What if I have a large group is interested in this training?

If you are part of a larger group or organization that would like to receive this training please reach out to Shannon Decker (shannon@thespeedyfoundation.org) as we can provide a separate training for your larger group.

What participation is expected in this workshop?

Throughout the workshop, you will have opportunities to read aloud, share experiences, ask questions, role-play, draw, problem-solve group scenarios, and more. This is an active learning workshop and your participation is key!

Does this training focus on adults or youth?

This training is focused on adults primarily. We offer another training called Youth Mental Health First Aid which focuses on assisting youth. Learn more about both trainings by visiting: www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/courses/

What will I learn?

Community members will learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest someone is experiencing a potential mental health challenge, how to listen nonjudgmentally, give reassurance, as well as how to refer a person to appropriate professional support and services.

What should I bring?

Dress comfortably. Bring a pen, notebook, water bottle & snack if you'd like, and at least one question regarding a first aid response.

Who is facilitating this workshop?

The MHFA-certified instructor is Shannon Decker. She is the co-founder of The Speedy Foundation and runs the Truckee Tahoe Suicide Prevention Coalition. Shannon also teaches Youth MHFA, Know the Signs, Question-Persuade-Refer, Hope Squad, Know Overdose, & many other mental health literacy trainings.

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The Speedy Foundation
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