Upcoming learning opportunities

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 Youth Mental Health First Aid training on  

May 28 2026 

9am to 2pm in English virtually via Zoom

You will learn how to help young people ages 12-18. Topics include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bullying, social media, substance use and ADHD. 

You’ll be able to: 

- Recognize signs and symptoms in young people.

- Use the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE). 

- Interact with a young person in crisis.

- Connect a young person with professional help.

- Address stigma and explain that recovery is possible.

- Encourage young people to practice self-care.

4/28/2026 

Neva Lomason Memorial Library

5pm-6:45pm 

A program that teaches parents how to recognize signs of depression and other mental health problems; initiate a conversation about mental health with their child; and get help. This program focuses on parents and guardians of teen youth. 

Question, Persuade, and Refer in English

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

QPR is a 75-minute educational program designed to teach lay and professional "gatekeepers" the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond.

Gatekeepers can include anyone who is strategically positioned to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide (e.g., parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, coaches, caseworkers, police officers). The training is delivered by certified QPR gatekeeper instructors.

LEAP: 

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Youth and young adults are juggling completing school, finding a career, staying healthy, and trying to maintain a social life now and then. This leaves little time to figure out complicated life choices such as household maintenance, budgeting and managing credit, and health and life insurance. Join us for a general overview of things to know as you adapt to gaining independence and becoming an adult.  This program is geared toward ages 16-26. Those over 26 are welcome to attend.