BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//NAMI Maine - Mental Health - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:NAMI Maine - Mental Health
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://namimaine.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NAMI Maine - Mental Health
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250930T145825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T135659Z
UID:6676-1761640200-1761663600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:The Adult Mental Health First Aid course is appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental health related crisis or problem. \nThe course trains participants to help people who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. \nYou Learn: \n\n\nRisk factors and warning signs of mental health problems. \n\n\nInformation on depression\, anxiety\, trauma\, psychosis\, and addiction disorders. \n\n\nA 5-step action plan to help someone developing a mental health problem or in crisis. \n\n\nWhere to turn for help — professional\, peer\, and self-help resources. \n\n\nMental Health First Aid teaches about recovery and resiliency – the belief that individuals experiencing these challenges can and do get better\, and use their strengths to stay well. \nThis free course will be held via Zoom on October 28th\, 2025 from 8:30 AM – 3 PM.  \nRegister HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/public1028
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/virtual-mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Web-Events-Feature-Images-6-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250725T124611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T124659Z
UID:6585-1761055200-1761064200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Cultural Awareness & Police De-escalation Techniques by MaineHealth & NAMI Maine
DESCRIPTION:Join MaineHealth & NAMI Maine for this Free Cultural Awareness & Police De-escalation Training!\nOctober 21 • 2pm–4:30pm\nCurtis Memorial Library – Morrell Meeting Room\n23 Pleasant St\, Brunswick\, ME 04011 \nREGISTER NOW > https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WX8JRCL\n  \nFOCUS AREAS:\n– Understand the components of culture and its impact on police practices\n– Analyze real-life instances of police cultural confusion\, lessons learned\, and the importance of cultural awareness as a de-escalation tool\n– Identify and utilize local resources during field operations and investigations. \nQuestions? Reach out to Allie Eck at allie.eck@mainehealth.org or call 207-373-6970\n\nEvent Attendance: Open to Public\n*Registration is Required.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/cultural-awareness-police-de-escalation-techniques-by-mainehealth-nami-maine/
LOCATION:Curtis Memorial Library\, 23 Pleasant St\, Brunswick\, ME\, 04011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MaineHealth_Training_5.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250906T174931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T180923Z
UID:6646-1760085000-1760110200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:The Gatekeeper Training will be held on Friday\, October 10th from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM in the Conference Room at the Saco Transportation Center\, 130 Main St\, Saco\, ME 04072. \n  \nExpanding on the fundamentals of suicide prevention\, such as basic information about suicide\, when and how to ask someone if they’re thinking about suicide\, and resources for help\, this full-day training includes information on responsibilities and required actions when a person is identified as being at risk of suicide\, including basic assessment and management of a suicidal crisis\, safety planning\, and what to do in the event of a loss. \n  \nTo Register for this training\, please use the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sacogatekeeper10102025. \n  \nThis session satisfies the state requirement for staff members to receive full-day training on suicide prevention and intervention. \nQuestions: Please contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767\, ext. 2318 or mspp@namimaine.org.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/suicide-prevention-gatekeeper-training-for-school-staff-2/
LOCATION:Saco Transportation Center\, 130 Main Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Web-Events-Feature-Images-5.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250527T173904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T125826Z
UID:6432-1758970800-1758981600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Maine Walk 2025
DESCRIPTION:RAIN OR SHINE = HERE FOR YOU!\nJoin Us: Saturday\, September 27\, 2025\n\nCapitol Park\, Augusta\, ME  \n\n  \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW >\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery year\, the NAMI Maine Walk brings our state together with participants from all walks of life. The event raises awareness for mental health\, strengthens our community\, fosters hope\, and opens doors to support. Together\, we can get more Mainers connected to help & hope. Join our festivities! #AllAreWelcome #MentalHealthMattersToME \nDogs: Welcome & Encouraged (on leash) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public… *Photographs may be taken at this event. By attending\, you hereby consent for NAMI Maine to photograph you participating for use in marketing\, including\, by way of example only\, use on websites\, in social media\, news and advertising. \nBecome a Sponsor >\n\nShout-out to Our 2025 SPONSORS\, so far:\nChampion of Hope = $5\,000 Donation\nRising Hope = $2\,500 Donation\nThe Extra Mile = $1\,000 Donation\nHope in Motion = $500 Donation\nStep Forward = $250 Donation
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/walk2025/
LOCATION:Capitol Park\, Union Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Walk_EventGraphic_2025.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250829T153839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T154352Z
UID:6633-1758650400-1758659400@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Family to Family Training
DESCRIPTION:NAMI Family-to-Family is a free\, 8-session educational program for family and friends of adults living with mental health conditions.\n\nWhen you participate in NAMI Family-to-Family\, you will gain information and strategies for taking care of the person you love. You’ll also learn that you’re not alone. The group setting of NAMI Family-to-Family provides mutual support and shared positive impact from people who understand your situation.\n\nThis helpful program is a designated evidence-based program. This means that research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition.\n\nNAMI Family-to-Family is taught by NAMI-trained family members who have been there and includes presentations\, discussions\, and interactive exercises.\n\nParticipants should expect a phone call before the first class to confirm their registration. If you have questions\, you can email familysupport@namimaine.org.\n\nOpen to the public.\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/family-to-family-training/
LOCATION:Maine Health Franklin Hospital\, 111 Franklin Health Commons\, Farmington\, Maine\, 04938
CATEGORIES:Family-To-Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/bigstock-Group-of-diverse-hands-holding-237396289-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250605T193820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T195054Z
UID:6461-1758011400-1758034800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:***Registration for this event is NOW FULL*** Please check our Events page for more upcoming training opportunities.\n  \nFree MHFA Training hosted via Zoom \nAdult Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches participants about mental health & substance-use issues. By participating\, you’ll experience a national best-practice\, evidenced-based certification course (8 hours) that leads to a 3 year certification issued by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \n· IDENTIFY and learn factors and warning signs for mental health and substance use challenges\n· UNDERSTAND and build your understanding of the impact of mental illness on individuals and families\n· RESPOND to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders when you become a Mental Health First Aider \nQuestions: Email tori@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which training you’re inquiring about) or call 1-800-464-5767 x 2301) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-training-9-16-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AdultMHFA.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250424T122432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T122432Z
UID:6289-1757320200-1757349000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:MHFA for Non-Profits in Androscoggin County
DESCRIPTION:Free\, In-Person Mental Health First Aid Training hosted at East Auburn Baptist Church in Auburn\, Maine…\nsponsored by Onion Foundation to support those who supported those involved in the Lewiston Tragedy \nAdult Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches participants about mental health & substance-use issues. By participating\, you’ll experience a national best-practice\, evidenced-based certification course that leads to a 3 year certification issued by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \n· IDENTIFY and learn factors and warning signs for mental health and substance use challenges\n· UNDERSTAND and build your understanding of the impact of mental illness on individuals and families\n· RESPOND to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders when you become a Mental Health First Aider \nQuestions: Email ambrose@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) or call 1-800-464-5767 x2301 \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public \nRegister Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Onion9825
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/mhfa-for-non-profits-in-androscoggin-county-9-8-25/
LOCATION:East Auburn Baptist Church\, 560 Park Avenue\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Onion-9.8.25.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250829T130514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T132824Z
UID:6598-1757061000-1757086200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training for School Staff
DESCRIPTION:The Gatekeeper Training will be held on Monday\, September 15th from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM in the Conference Room at the Saco Transportation Center\, 130 Main St\, Saco\, ME 04072.\nExpanding on the fundamentals of suicide prevention\, such as basic information about suicide\, when and how to ask someone if they’re thinking about suicide\, and resources for help\, this full-day training includes information on responsibilities and required actions when a person is identified as being at risk of suicide\, including basic assessment and management of a suicidal crisis\, safety planning\, and what to do in the event of a loss.\n\nThis session satisfies the state requirement for staff members to receive full-day training on suicide prevention and intervention.\n\nQuestions: Please contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767\, ext. 2318 or mspp@namimaine.org.\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/suicide-prevention-gatekeeper-training-for-school-staff/
LOCATION:Saco Transportation Center – Conference Room\, 130 Main St.\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/suicide-prevention.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250424T121912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T121926Z
UID:6286-1755592200-1755621000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:MHFA for Non-Profits in Androscoggin County
DESCRIPTION:Free\, In-Person Mental Health First Aid Training hosted at East Auburn Baptist Church in Auburn\, Maine…\nsponsored by Onion Foundation to support those who supported those involved in the Lewiston Tragedy \nAdult Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches participants about mental health & substance-use issues. By participating\, you’ll experience a national best-practice\, evidenced-based certification course that leads to a 3 year certification issued by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \n· IDENTIFY and learn factors and warning signs for mental health and substance use challenges\n· UNDERSTAND and build your understanding of the impact of mental illness on individuals and families\n· RESPOND to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders when you become a Mental Health First Aider \nQuestions: Email ambrose@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) or call 1-800-464-5767 x2301 \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public \nRegister Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Onion81925
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/mhfa-for-non-profits-in-androscoggin-county-8-19-2025/
LOCATION:East Auburn Baptist Church\, 560 Park Avenue\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Onion-8.19.25.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250326T185843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T195033Z
UID:6148-1755160200-1755183600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:***Registration for this event is NOW FULL*** Please check our Events page for more upcoming training opportunities.\n  \nFree MHFA Training hosted via Zoom \nAdult Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training that teaches participants about mental health & substance-use issues. By participating\, you’ll experience a national best-practice\, evidenced-based certification course (8 hours) that leads to a 3 year certification issued by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \n· IDENTIFY and learn factors and warning signs for mental health and substance use challenges\n· UNDERSTAND and build your understanding of the impact of mental illness on individuals and families\n· RESPOND to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders when you become a Mental Health First Aider \nQuestions: Email tori@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which training you’re inquiring about) or call 1-800-464-5767 x 2301) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-training-8-14-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SomethingForYourself.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250624T203849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T203942Z
UID:6480-1754989200-1755010800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is a national best-practice\, evidence-based certification course designed to help adults identify\, understand\, and respond to crisis and non-crisis mental health situations involving youth (age 12-18). \nThis training provides information on common mental health challenges in youth\, skills for holding supportive conversations and connecting youth to appropriate professional care\, and local and national resources for additional support. We encourage all youth-serving adults — school staff\, agency staff\, parents/caregivers\, volunteers\, and community members — to participate and become a well-equipped resource for the young people in your personal and professional lives. \nThanks to the generosity of our partners at Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital and Healthy SV\, this training is free and open to the public! \nIt will be held on Tuesday\, August 12th from 9 AM to 3 PM via Zoom. Participants must register below and complete 2 hours of pre-course work before attending. *You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of your registration with instructions for accessing the pre-work. The Zoom link will be made available to those who register. \nQuestions: Please contact Lily Barter\, Manager of Youth Education\, at (800) 464-5767 x2308 or email her at ymhfa@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to participants located in Maine.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-8-12-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/YouthMHFATraining_Zoom2024.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250725T120341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T121444Z
UID:6580-1754560800-1754568000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:De-escalation Training
DESCRIPTION:This training will increase knowledge and understanding of how to identify when an individual has escalated or is in crisis. It will provide steps and actions to de-escalate the situation\, as well as available community resources Strategies to defuse\, soothe\, or support a person in need\, as well as strategies for self-care\, will also be discussed. \nThis free\, public training will be held via Zoom on Thursday\, August 7th from 10AM to 12PM. \nQuestions: Contact Devon at (800) 464-5767 x2312 or email her at mhfa@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/de-escalation-training-8-7-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ZoomTraining2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250722T234832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T234853Z
UID:6572-1753693200-1753722000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is a national best-practice\, evidence-based certification course designed to help adults identify\, understand\, and respond to crisis and non-crisis mental health situations involving youth (age 12-18). \nREGISTER HERE > https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/namimaine-7-28\nThis training provides information on common mental health challenges in youth\, skills for holding supportive conversations and connecting youth to appropriate professional care\, and local and national resources for additional support. We encourage all youth-serving adults — school staff\, agency staff\, parents/caregivers\, volunteers\, and community members — to participate and become a well-equipped resource for the young people in your personal and professional lives. \nThanks to the generosity of our partners at Waterville Rotary Club\, this training is free and open to the public! It will be held on Monday\, July 28th from 9 AM to 5 PM at Kennebec Valley Community College (92 Western Ave\, Fairfield\, ME 04937). Participants must register below before attending. You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of your registration with instructions for accessing the pre-work. \nQuestions: Please contact Lily Barter\, Manager of Youth Education\, at (800) 464-5767 x2308 or email her at ymhfa@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to participants located in Maine.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-7-28-25/
LOCATION:Kennebec Valley Community College\, 92 Western Ave\, Fairfield\, ME\, 04937\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/TiedToAwareness_Stickers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165625
CREATED:20250102T185057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T110312Z
UID:5737-1752138000-1752159600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (grant funded by Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation)
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is a national best-practice\, evidence-based certification course designed to help adults identify\, understand\, and respond to crisis and non-crisis mental health situations involving youth (age 12-18). \nThis training provides information on common mental health challenges in youth\, skills for holding supportive conversations and connecting youth to appropriate professional care\, and local and national resources for additional support. We encourage all youth-serving adults — school staff\, agency staff\, parents/caregivers\, volunteers\, and community members — to participate and become a well-equipped resource for the young people in your personal and professional lives. Thanks to the generosity of our partners at the Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation\, this training is free and open to the public! \nThe training will be held via Zoom on Thursday\, July 10th from 9 AM to 3 PM. Participants must register below and complete 2 hours of pre-course work before attending. *You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of your registration with instructions for accessing the pre-work. \nQuestions: Please contact Lily Barter\, Manager of Youth Education\, at (800) 464-5767 x2308 or email her at ymhfa@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to participants located in Maine.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-grant-funded-by-maine-masonic-charitable-foundation-7-10-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/HighSchool.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250408T112343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T120156Z
UID:6192-1751106600-1751119200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Rooted In Strength: Summer Youth Event
DESCRIPTION:Calling ALL Teen Mental Health INFLUENCERS! ⏩️ Get ready for Rooted in Strength\, a summer day at the Wolfe’s Neck Center with NAMI Maine! ☀️ Celebrate the peer leaders spreading hope\, help\, and strength in their schools — these students and their friends are the real-life superheroes of mental health. \nEnjoy games\, an award ceremony\, tasty treats\, and plenty of outside fun with some friendly sheep. We’ll laugh\, share stories\, and focus on the power of resilience while soaking up the good vibes. Come for the animals\, stay for the snacks\, and leave feeling like a champion! \nAGENDA:\n10:30 am – You’re invited to arrive to Wolfe’s Neck Center early to explore and meet the animals\n11:00 am – Welcome & Connect with NAMI Maine Team\n11:00 am – Socializing\, games\, and snacks\n11:30 am – Main Presentation\n   (15 minutes) NAMI Maine Speech\n   (10 Minutes) Video featuring Sources groups around Maine and their campaigns\n   (15 Minutes) Awards for individuals\, campaigns\, and Sources groups\n12:15 pm – Lunch\n1:00 pm – Create a community campaign\, plus Sources games & activites\n\n2:00 pm – Event Wrap Up – Thank you for coming! \n\nQuestions: Please contact Lily Barter\, Manager of Youth Education\, at (800) 464-5767 x2308 or email her at ymhfa@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to the public for participants located in Maine\, not only Sources Peer Leaders\, but open to all! *Registration is encouraged\, but not required
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/rooted-in-strength-summer-youth-event-6-28-2025/
LOCATION:Wolfe’s Neck Center\, 184 Burnett Road\, Freeport\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Source of Strength
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/RootedInStrength_SummerEvent2025.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250415T122252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T113735Z
UID:6238-1750753800-1750759200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention and Management in Older Adults
DESCRIPTION:The Suicide Prevention and Management in Older Adults training will be held virtually over Zoom on Tuesday\, June 24th\, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM. Registrants will receive access to the Zoom link by email prior to the session. \nSuicide in late life is a significant public health issue. This training will provide an overview of unique factors impacting suicide prevention and intervention in older adults. Participants will leave this training with new insights and effective strategies for prevention. \n*The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education and NAMI Maine. The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education is accredited by the Maine Medical Association Committee on Continuing Medical Education and Accreditation to provide Continuing Medical Education (CME) for physicians. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/suicide-prevention-and-management-of-older-adults-6-24-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/SummerWellness4.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250415T121028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T121235Z
UID:6233-1750681800-1750696200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) Training
DESCRIPTION:The virtual Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) Training will be held on Monday June 23rd\, 2025 from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM over Zoom. *Participants will receive access to the Zoom link along with training materials in a reminder email that will be sent closer to the training date. \nNon-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) is the direct\, deliberate destruction of body tissue in the absence of suicidal intent. It has been on the rise over the past two decades. Among youth and young adults\, it is frequently an issue of concern in education\, health\, and behavioral health settings. Though usually not a suicidal act\, there is significant connection between self-injury and suicide risk that must be understood and addressed. \nThis training will review demographics\, risk factors\, and warning signs of self-injury as well as recommendations for assessment\, intervention\, and management of self-injury. Introduction to NSSI protocol development and implementation will be offered as well as resources to support professional staff to address assessment and ongoing treatment needs. \nThis training is recommended for nurses\, behavioral health clinicians\, and other professional staff working in educational or healthcare settings. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/non-suicidal-self-injury-nssi-training-6-23-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MentalHealthOnTheHorizon.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250203T164825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T164825Z
UID:5802-1750404600-1750438800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:6th Annual “Never Walk Alone” Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US = 6th ANNUAL CHARITY FUNDRAISER & GOLF TOURNAMENT\n\nYou’re cordially invited to join us at this year’s Never Walk Alone Inc. Golf Tournament! Mark your calendars to be with us at the gorgeous The Oaks Golf Links in Somersworth\, New Hampshire\, on June 20\, 2025. We are looking forward to another amazing day filled with family\, friends\, sponsors\, and volunteers.  Register Today >\n\nYour attendance will help us in our efforts to raise funds for NAMI Alliance on Mental Illness ~ Maine. The Never Walk Alone Inc. Golf Tournament was lovingly created in memory of Andrew Michael Casey. We\, Andrew’s family\, believe that you should “NEVER WALK ALONE” with your mental health issues.\n\nRegistration begins at 7:30am and shot gun start at 8:30am.\nAll raffle\, silent auction donations & golf fees MUST be received no later than May 16\, 2025.\nEvent = $150 per golfer\, $600 per foursome. Includes 18 holes of golf\, cart\, range balls and gift bag.\nSign/Hole Sponsorship fee is $100.\n\nRegistration QR Code & Details:\nhttps://www.neverwalkalonefoundation.com/projects\n\n‘You Never Walk Alone Inc’ is a 501c charity [84-4715697].\n#CharityGolfTournament #SuicideAwareness#SuicidePrevention #NamiMaine #neverwalkalonegolftournament#MentalHealthforAll #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport\nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/6th-annual-never-walk-alone-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:The Oaks Golf Links\, 100 Hide-Away Place\, Somersworth\, NH\, 03878\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/6thGolfTourney_NeverWalkAlone.png
ORGANIZER;CN="You Never Walk Alone Inc":MAILTO:neverwalkalonefoundation@yahoo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250402T160627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T171729Z
UID:6164-1750060800-1750093200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:2025 U.S. OPA! Charity Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join the crew from Nikanos Mediterranean Restaurant and The U.S. OPA! Committee as they put on the 2025 Charity Golf Tournament to benefit NAMI Maine! \nThis awesome event will be a day of golf\, games\, prizes\, and community for a great cause. \nTaking place at Cape Neddick Country Club (650 Shore Rd\, Cape Neddick\, ME 03902) on June 16th\, with a concurrent tee start at 8 AM\, make sure to arrive early to sign in. Rain Date will be June 17th. \nEvent Cost: $600/Team of Four ($150/person)\n*Planning on paying by check? Reach out to info@nikanos.com directly to register today! \nInterested in sponsorship? Please contact info@nikanos.com\nEvent Attendance: Open to Public = Share with all your friends! \nREGISTER NOW:\nPlease ONLY sign up and pay for the people you know are on your team. If you have a team member sign up later\, they only need to indicate what team they’re on and pay for themselves at time of registration. *Team Captains cannot use fake registrant info (ie. TBD\, or Coming Soon\, etc) in place of team member.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/2025-u-s-opa-charity-golf-tournament-6-16-2025/
LOCATION:Cape Neddick Country Club\, 650 Shore Rd\, Cape Neddick\, ME\, 03902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/470169198_18125535139402337_4721122701678151461_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250415T120121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T214242Z
UID:6231-1749470400-1749474000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention and Management in Healthcare Practice Settings
DESCRIPTION:The virtual Suicide Prevention in Management in Healthcare Practice Settings will be held on Monday\, June 9th\, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM over Zoom. *Participants will receive access to the Zoom link in a reminder email that will be sent closer to the training date. \nA Maine citizen is 12.4 times more likely to die by suicide than by homicide (2018-2020)\, yet suicide is among the most preventable forms of death. Healthcare practice settings provide an excellent venue for the identification and assessment of suicide risk and the provision of ongoing care to assist in the management of the drivers of suicide. \nThis 1-hour presentation will provide updated information on trends in suicidal behavior across the lifespan and an overview of the best-practice approach to suicide identification\, assessment\, and management of suicide within a practice or hospital setting. Tools for practice will be offered to address assessment\, Collaborative Safety Planning and coordinated follow-up. This presentation is appropriate to any professional working in a medical\, clinical or behavioral health role: medical providers\, nurses\, social workers and ancillary clinicians\, and support staff. \n*The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education and NAMI Maine. The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education is accredited by the Maine Medical Association Committee on Continuing Medical Education and Accreditation to provide Continuing Medical Education (CME) for physicians. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/suicide-prevention-management-in-healthcare-practice-settings-6-9-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ZoomTraining1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250415T114913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T115040Z
UID:6228-1749198600-1749213000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Collaborative Safety Planning Training
DESCRIPTION:The Collaborative Safety Planning Training will be held on Friday June 6th\, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM over Zoom. \n*Participants will receive access to the Zoom link along with training materials in a reminder email that will be sent closer to the training date. \nThis session will provide the tools and process for implementing safety planning for supporting individuals at risk in Maine. \nBest practice recommendations for addressing and managing suicide risk include use of a good assessment tool for determining risk and guiding intervention. A vital next step is the collaborative development and use of a Safety Plan to help an individual to manage themselves during and following periods of crisis. \nA Safety Plan is a tool and a process for working with an individual (and family) to identify and increase the use of coping skills\, social and family support\, and professional resources. It is often used with people at increased risk for suicide\, but it is an excellent tool for use with anyone at risk for escalating crisis. \nQuestions: Please contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/collaborative-safety-planning-training-6-6-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/PlanningForYourMentalHealth.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250507T183904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T184001Z
UID:6372-1749052800-1749070800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Dine to Donate @ Lost Valley Ski Brewpub
DESCRIPTION:Come see NAMI Maine at the Brewpub at Lost Valley Ski Area on Wednesday\, June 4th to dine for mental health awareness! \nOur generous friends at Lost Valley Ski Area will be donating a portion of proceeds from the Brewpub that evening. PLUS… NAMI Maine crew will be there with raffles\, games\, and awesome prizes. \nDon’t miss this exciting opportunity to get some good food & good brews for a good cause. See you there!
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/dine-to-donate-at-lost-valley-ski-brewpub-6-4-25/
LOCATION:Lost Valley Brewpub\, 200 Lost Valley Road\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DineToDonate_LostValley_NAMIMaine.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T083000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250414T214000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T214153Z
UID:6226-1749022200-1749025800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention and Management in Healthcare Practice Settings
DESCRIPTION:The virtual Suicide Prevention in Management in Healthcare Practice Settings will be held on Wednesday\, June 4th\, 2025 from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM over Zoom. \n*Participants will receive access to the Zoom link in a reminder email that will be sent closer to the training date. \nA Maine citizen is 12.4 times more likely to die by suicide than by homicide (2018-2020)\, yet suicide is among the most preventable forms of death. Healthcare practice settings provide an excellent venue for the identification and assessment of suicide risk and the provision of ongoing care to assist in the management of the drivers of suicide. \nThis 1-hour presentation will provide updated information on trends in suicidal behavior across the lifespan and an overview of the best-practice approach to suicide identification\, assessment\, and management of suicide within a practice or hospital setting. Tools for practice will be offered to address assessment\, Collaborative Safety Planning and coordinated follow-up. This presentation is appropriate to any professional working in a medical\, clinical or behavioral health role: medical providers\, nurses\, social workers and ancillary clinicians\, and support staff. \n*The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education and NAMI Maine. The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education is accredited by the Maine Medical Association Committee on Continuing Medical Education and Accreditation to provide Continuing Medical Education (CME) for physicians. \nQuestions: Please contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/suicide-prevention-management-in-healthcare-practice-settings-6-4-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ZoomTraining2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250414T211947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T212026Z
UID:6224-1748941200-1748952000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Protocol Development Training – Suicide Prevention\, Intervention\, & Postvention
DESCRIPTION:The Protocol Development Training will be held on Tuesday\, June 3rd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Zoom. \nParticipants will receive access to the Zoom link along with training materials in a reminder email that will be sent closer to the training date. \nIf a school or other organization experiences a suicide or a significant suicide attempt\, it is a time of crisis. The likelihood of an organization encountering a potential suicidal situation is real. Maine loses an average of 262 people to suicide every year\, 26 of them youth under age 25. Protocols provide organization staff with direction\, structure\, and support to safely assist in a suicidal situation\, including prevention\, intervention\, and postvention. This is why NAMI Maine is dedicated to ensuring employers and staff have every available resource to create the necessary protocols for dealing with a crisis.  \nThis training provides abundant background resources\, model forms (clinical and administrative)\, and examples of protocols developed by other school districts. \nBecause protocol development is a collaborative effort\, an individual from an organization or school district should not attend this training alone. Please invite administrators and other staff members to register for this training and join you. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org \n*Every school district in Maine is required to develop and implement comprehensive protocols informing how they manage suicide prevention\, intervention when there is a risk of suicidal behavior\, and their response in the aftermath of a suicide attempt or loss. \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/protocol-development-training-suicide-prevention-intervention-postvention-6-3-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/VirtualSupportGroupMaine.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250416T133920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T131051Z
UID:6244-1748597400-1748622600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Creative Toolkit for Traumatic Grief & Loss
DESCRIPTION:Creative Toolkit for Traumatic Grief & Loss\nCo-Facilitated by Kate Beever\, MT-BC & Bodhi Simpson\, PhD\, LCPC\, ATR \nMay 30\, 2025 • 9:30am – 4:30pm \nAuburn Public Library – Androscoggin Community Room\n49 Spring St\, Auburn\, ME 04210 \n6 Contact Hours \nTraumatic grief is a form of grief that occurs in response to a sudden\, acute\, or unexpected loss. Grieving for these unimaginable losses is complicated and can be confusing\, we can become in a sense “trapped” in the pain. The impact of traumatic loss can be challenging to work with through talk therapy alone as it impacts us beyond literal language; it can be challenging to access the words to fully express our complex feelings and experiences. \nIt is important for therapists to learn tools and techniques to help clients to be able to express and integrate traumatic grief. Art and music are powerful pathways to support full expression and to support clients in connecting once again with hope and in discovering new meanings. We are able to come into a new relationship with our grief and pain through creative expression. \nThis workshop offers clinicians experiential hands-on training in creative interventions designed to support clients who have experienced traumatic grief and loss that would be applicable in work with both individuals and groups. \nObjectives \n\nParticipants will gain an introductory understanding of the therapeutic benefits of incorporating art and music therapy creative interventions into traumatic grief work\n\n\nParticipants will learn through personal experience the benefits of creative expression as a tool for navigating traumatic grief\nParticipants will gain an understanding of ethical considerations involved in using creative interventions with clients experiencing traumatic grief\n\n\nParticipants will gain an understanding of the importance of actively constructing a new narrative to integrate the loss and to be able to make sense of the traumatic event as a key part of healing from traumatic grief\n\nFacilitator Bios\nKate Beever\, MA\, MT-BC \nKate Beever\, of Maine Music and Health\, is a board-certified music therapist with a Master’s in Music Psychotherapy from NYU and additional certificates in Neurologic Music Therapy and Remo HealthRhythms facilitation. Kate has a private practice connected to MaineHealth\, where she works with children in palliative care as well as adults recovering from stroke\, brain injury\, and cancer. Kate has developed music therapy programming all over Maine in clinics\, schools\, corrections facilities\, day programs\, nursing homes\, and more. Maine Music and Health has won numerous awards\, including from the SBA\, INC Magazine\, and Mainebiz. Kate was the founder of the Creative Health conferences at USM and Bates College. She is also a professor at Berklee College of Music where she teaches Clinical Orientation\, Psychology\, Percussion\, and Guitar. For more info\, visit: mainemusicandhealth.com \n  \n Bodhi Simpson\, PhD\, LCPC\, ATR \nBodhi Simpson of Conscious Creativity & Art Therapy holds a doctorate in philosophy\, is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maine\, and a registered art therapist. She has 20 years of experience working with clients of all ages and educating clinicians across the state of Maine about the field of art therapy\, as well as teaching tools and techniques for incorporating creative expression into clinical practice. Bodhi is a local and international workshop presenter\, and she has a small “virtual” private practice in Maine where she integrates work with creative expression\, imagination\, myth\, somatic approaches\, meditation and mindfulness-based strategies\, parts work\, depth psychology\, transpersonal psychology\, positive psychology\, and ecopsychology in her work with adults. Bodhi a co-creator of Expressive Wellness Workshops\, Trainings\, & Retreats with Kate Beever\, MT-BC and is also a professor at the University of Maine at Farmington in the Masters of Art in Counseling Psychology with an Emphasis in Creative Arts program where she thoroughly enjoys supporting Maine’s future therapists in learning how to ethically and skillfully incorporate creative expression into clinical practice. For more info\, visit: bodhisimpson.com \n  \nAgenda / Event Day Outline:  \n9:30am – 12:30pm – Lecture\, experiential learning\, discussion \n12:30pm – 1:30pm – Lunch \n1:30pm – 4:30pm – Lecture\, experiential learning\, discussion \n  \nEvent Attendance: Open to Maine Public Therapists/Clinicians
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/creative-toolkit-for-traumatic-grief-loss-5-30-2025/
LOCATION:Auburn Public Library\, 49 Spring Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Grief_CreativeToolkit_May2025_Flyer.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250313T125857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T131203Z
UID:6064-1748538000-1748548800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tennis & NAMI Night @ CLC YMCA
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US! Tennis Exhibition\nDon’t miss out on this free opportunity for fun & fitness at the Central Lincoln County YMCA (525 Main Street\, Damariscotta\, ME) on Thursday\, May 29th from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. \nMake sure to check out the local mental health resources\, participate in interactive activities\, and watch your local favorites face off in triples tennis and an exhibition match! Suggested donations taken at the door\, and also via the form below ↓ \nSHARE & INVITE FRIENDS! We look forward to seeing you. \nDonate to the 2025 NAMI Night at the CLC Y!\n \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public… *Registration not required. All proceeds benefit NAMI Maine’s mental health initiatives.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/nami-night-clc-ymca-5-29-2025/
LOCATION:Central Lincoln County YMCA\, 525 Main Street\, Damariscotta\, ME\, 04543\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NAMI_Night_CLC_YMCA_52925.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250417T175218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T181108Z
UID:6268-1748512800-1748520000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:De-escalation Training
DESCRIPTION:This training will increase knowledge and understanding of how to identify when an individual has escalated or is in crisis. It will provide steps and actions to de-escalate the situation\, as well as available community resources Strategies to defuse\, soothe\, or support a person in need\, as well as strategies for self-care\, will also be discussed. \nThis free\, public training will be held via Zoom on Thursday\, May 29th from 10AM to 12PM. \nQuestions: Contact Devon at (800) 464-5767 x2312 or email her at mhfa@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/de-escalation-training-5-29-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CopingAfterTrauma.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250301T204727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T113247Z
UID:5960-1748509200-1748530800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is a national best-practice\, evidence-based certification course designed to help adults identify\, understand\, and respond to crisis and non-crisis mental health situations involving youth (age 12-18). \nThis training provides information on common mental health challenges in youth\, skills for holding supportive conversations and connecting youth to appropriate professional care\, and local and national resources for additional support. We encourage all youth-serving adults — school staff\, agency staff\, parents/caregivers\, volunteers\, and community members — to participate and become a well-equipped resource for the young people in your personal and professional lives. \nThanks to the generosity of our partners at York Hospital Community Health\, this training is free and open to the public! It will be held on Thursday\, May 29th from 9 AM to 3 PM at York Public Library (15 Long Sands Rd\, York ME 03909). Participants must register below and complete 2 hours of pre-course work before attending. You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of your registration with instructions for accessing the pre-work. \nQuestions: Please contact Lily Barter\, Manager of Youth Education\, at (800) 464-5767 x2308 or email her at ymhfa@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to participants located in Maine.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-5-29-2025/
LOCATION:York Public Library\, 15 Long Sands Rd\, York\, ME\, 03909\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/GroupTraining.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20241113T195529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T195612Z
UID:5619-1748023200-1748030400@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Night with the Portland Sea Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Join NAMI Maine for a night of baseball fun on Friday\, May 23rd at 6:00 PM! A portion of ticket sales will be donated back to NAMI Maine to advance mental health support. Save your spot and share with a friend today! \nClick Here & Get Your Tickets >\n \n  \n*Program Warning: Fireworks Show* \nThe Portland Sea Dogs are happy to announce that we are once again partnering with NAMI Maine for a mental health awareness night at Hadlock Field in Delta Dental Park. We will be hosting this event on Friday\, May 23rd\, with gates opening at 4:30 PM and the game beginning at 6:00 PM. During the pregame and in-game there will be access to mental health groups and other tips and suggestions on where to find resources and services. \nTickets may be purchased for the game at the standard $13.00 dollar ticket price\, and a portion of all sales through the link will be donated to NAMI Maine. After the game\, there will be a fireworks show. These firework displays are typically 15-20 minutes\, and do include bright lights and loud noises. \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/nami-night-with-the-portland-sea-dogs-5-23-2025/
LOCATION:Hadlock Field\, 271 Park Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/NAMI_Night_SeaDogs.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165626
CREATED:20250102T184313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T184352Z
UID:5734-1747814400-1747839600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (grant funded by Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation)
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is a national best-practice\, evidence-based certification course designed to help adults identify\, understand\, and respond to crisis and non-crisis mental health situations involving youth (age 12-18). \nThis training provides information on common mental health challenges in youth\, skills for holding supportive conversations and connecting youth to appropriate professional care\, and local and national resources for additional support. We encourage all youth-serving adults — school staff\, agency staff\, parents/caregivers\, volunteers\, and community members — to participate and become a well-equipped resource for the young people in your personal and professional lives. Thanks to the generosity of our partners at the Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation\, this training is free and open to the public! \nThe training will be held via Zoom on Wednesday\, May 21st from 9 AM to 3 PM. Participants must register below and complete 2 hours of pre-course work before attending. *You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of your registration with instructions for accessing the pre-work. \nQuestions: Please contact Lily Barter\, Coordinator of Youth Education\, at (800) 464-5767 x2308 or email her at ymhfa@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to participants located in Maine.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-training-grant-funded-by-maine-masonic-charitable-foundation-5-21-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://namimaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/YouthMHFATraining_Zoom2024.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR