JFS Mental Health First Aid

March 28, 2019 8:30AM - 5:00PM

A person you know could be experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis, You can help them.
You are more likely to encounter someone — friend, family member, neighbor, or member of the community — in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to people showing signs of mental illness or in a crisis, and connect them with the appropriate professional, peer, social, or self help care. Anyone can take the Mental Health First Aid course.