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The Family Center offers FREE Mental Health First Aid Trainings
Fall classes to begin September 29, 2015
What: The Family Center is offering free Mental Health First Aid trainings that will provide the skills needed to reach out to adults and youths experiencing a mental health crisis. The trainings are designed to give participants concrete tools and answers to key questions about adult and youth mental health crises, and equip attendees with resources and guidelines when encountering these tough situations. The eight hour training program will occur over the course of two days in four hour long sessions. To receive a three-year certification, attendance for both days is required.
Who: Jean Pfaendtner, LMSW, Director of Training for the not-for-profit agency Training and Treatment Innovations, Inc., will lead the mental health training sessions. For over 25 years, TTI has provided behavioral health (mental health) services and support to individuals and families affected by disabilities. From outpatient therapy, to support/educational groups, to information and referral, TTI seeks to support children, teens, and adults with disabilities to live and participate fully in their communities.
When: Adult Focus Session: Tuesdays, September 29 and October 6, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
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Youth Focus Session: Tuesdays, September 29 and October 6, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
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Where: Services for Older Citizens (SOC) Building
158 Ridge Road, Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. 48236
How: Free admission is limited to the first 35 pre-registered participants. Registration is available online at www.familycenterweb.org or by calling 313-432-3832.
Onsite Media Contact:
Paige Domzalski, Communications & Program Support Coordinator, The Family Center
Paige.domzalski@familycenterweb.org, 313.432.3832
About The Family Center:
Enriching Our Community through Stronger Families
The Family Center serves as the community’s hub for information, resources and referral for families, individuals and professionals through its mission to serve our community through programs and resources vital to today’s families. The Family Center is a non-profit organization supported 100% by community contributions. To volunteer or donate, visit www.familycenterweb.org, call (313) 432.3832. The Family Center, 20090 Morningside Drive, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236.
