Training Opportunity Available for Family and Caregivers of Adults Receiving Services Within Section 12, 19, and 96 Programs
The Office of Aging and Disability Services is excited to announce a virtual training opportunity called Mental Health First Aid. This training is provided under collaboration with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Maine and is available for caregivers providing care to Section 12, 19, and 96 members. Caregivers can include personal support staff, attendants, home health aides, nurses or other natural and family supports.
Mental Health First Aid for Caregivers is a training that teaches participants skills to respond to aging adults struggling with a mental health challenge. This training leads to a three-year certification issued by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
Registration is limited to 25 participants and the deadline to register is March 7, 2025.
For questions, email NAMI Maine or call 1-800-464-5767 x 2301.
Training Details
When: Friday, March 14, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM, plus two hours of independent pre-work to be completed prior to the instruction led session on March 14, 2025
Cost: FREE