Mental health support starts with everyone.
Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA) is focused on improving mental health for our community residents and partners and is offering free Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training to those who work or live in Saginaw County.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about MHFA and how to assist adults, kids, military, fire, EMS and/or public safety with mental health support.
The training informs how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders, as well as providing the skills to respond to someone potentially developing these issues.
It will also teach how to apply the ALGEE action plan for possible suicide risks. This includes:
• Assess for risk of suicide or harm
• Listen nonjudgmentally
• Give reassurance and information
• Encourage appropriate professional help
• Encourage self-help and other support strategies
This course is offered free of charge to community members, employers, police officers, hospital staff, first responders, faith leaders and anyone in Saginaw County interested in the training.
Training is offered live and virtual, although live options are limited.
Check Mental Health First Aid Information | SCCMHA or call (989) 797-3451 for further details.
For questions, contact Alecia Schabel at alecia.schabel@sccmha.org.