Buckeye Hills Regional Council will offer free Mental Health First Aid training across Southeast Ohio in September and October 2024. By becoming certified through this evidence-based, early intervention training program, you can improve the quality of life for older adults and learn how to assist and support those who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Older adults have high rates of late-onset mental health challenges, like anxiety and depression, and low rates of identification and treatment. This program is made possible through a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging.
Learn more about
- The unique impacts of mental health and substance use challenges on older adults.
- Risk factors and protective factors specific to older adults.
- National, regional, and community mental health resources for older adults and their caregivers.
- Applying the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in scenarios designed to reflect the unique needs and experiences of older adults.
Key Concepts of the MHFA 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
Who should attend
- Individuals who are a part of, connected to, or support older adults and their families.
Register today
Register for one of the sessions below. Each session is limited to 20 participants and lasts from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch break.
September 20, 2024: O’Neill Center, 333 4th St, Marietta, OH 45750
September 25, 2024: The Blakeslee Center, 100 Blakeslee Drive, Middleport, OH 45760
October 11, 2024: Scenic Hills Senior Center, 187 S Spring St, Logan, OH 43138