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SUMMARY:Training of the Trainer (TOT) for Schools
DESCRIPTION:The Training of the Trainer will be held on Friday\, September 27th from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM in Blewett\, Room 027 at the University of New England (UNE)\, 716 Stevens Ave\, Portland\, ME 04103. \nThis training is a half-day program available to train Gatekeepers to facilitate a 1-2 hour Suicide Prevention Awareness Session for co-workers\, school staff\, and/or other community members. Materials\, including the PowerPoint presentations and model handouts\, are provided for preparing\, planning\, and conducting the sessions. \nPrerequisite: Completion of a Gatekeeper Training within the last five (5) years \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at mspp@namimaine.org or (800) 464-5767 x 2318 \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/training-of-the-trainer-tot-for-schools-9-27-24/
LOCATION:University of New England (UNE)\, 716 Stevens Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T194816Z
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SUMMARY:NAMIWalks – Maine Event
DESCRIPTION:MENTAL HEALTH FOR ALL\nJoin Us: Saturday\, September 28\, 2024\nCapitol Park\, Augusta\, ME\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery year\, NAMIWalks Maine 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 #Together4MH \nRegister &/or Donate Today! > \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 2024 SPONSORS\, so far:\nGold = $2\,500 Donation\n\nSilver = $1\,500 Donation\n      \nBronze = $500 Donation\n    \nMedia Sponsors\n\n 
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/namiwalks-maine-event-9-28-24/
LOCATION:Capitol Park\, Union Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20240912T195941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T200033Z
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SUMMARY:Gatekeeper Training for School Staff
DESCRIPTION:This Gatekeeper Training will be held on Thursday\, October 17th from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM in the Maine Room at the DHHS Building\, 109 Capitol Street\, Augusta\, ME. \nThis training provides an accessible\, introductory overview of suicide prevention. The training will provide up-to-date information regarding suicide\, teach basic suicide intervention skills\, increase personal confidence and the ability to effectively respond to suicidal behavior\, and identify helpful resources available to staff. \nThe Gatekeeper training is the foundation of the Maine Suicide Prevention Program (MSPP). It provides a thorough overview of suicide in Maine and the US\, as well as teaching basic intervention skills and providing resources for appropriate response. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at (207) 622-5767 x 2318 or email mspp@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/gatekeeper-training-for-school-staff-10-17-24/
LOCATION:DHHS Building\, 109 Capitol Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20240815T173441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173705Z
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SUMMARY:MHFA for First Responders 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 tori@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) or call 1-800-464-5767 x 2301 \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public \nRegister Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Onion101724
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/mhfa-for-first-responders-in-androscoggin-county-10-17-24/
LOCATION:East Auburn Baptist Church\, 560 Park Avenue\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T133000
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SUMMARY:Training of the Trainer (TOT) for Schools
DESCRIPTION:The Training of the Trainer will be held on Monday\, October 21st from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM in the Maine Room at the DHHS Building\, 109 Capitol Street\, Augusta\, ME. \nThis training is a half-day program available to train Gatekeepers to facilitate a 1-2 hour Suicide Prevention Awareness Session for co-workers\, school staff\, and/or other community members. Materials\, including the PowerPoint presentations and model handouts\, are provided for preparing\, planning\, and conducting the sessions. \nPrerequisite: Completion of a Gatekeeper Training within the last five (5) years \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at mspp@namimaine.org or (800) 464-5767 x 2318 \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/training-of-the-trainer-tot-for-schools-10-21-24/
LOCATION:DHHS Building\, 109 Capitol Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention,TOT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241004T111542Z
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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 Tuesday\, October 22nd 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 ext. 2308 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-10-22-2024/
LOCATION:ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241029T193635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T193635Z
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SUMMARY:Gatekeeper Training in Aroostook County
DESCRIPTION:This Gatekeeper Training will be held on Thursday\, November 7th from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM in the Conference Center at Cary Medical Center\, 163 Van Buren Rd\, Caribou\, ME 04736. \nThis training provides an accessible\, introductory overview of suicide prevention. The training will provide up-to-date information regarding suicide\, teach basic suicide intervention skills\, increase personal confidence and the ability to effectively respond to suicidal behavior\, and identify helpful resources available to staff. \nThe Gatekeeper training is the foundation of the Maine Suicide Prevention Program (MSPP). It provides a thorough overview of suicide in Maine and the US\, as well as teaching basic intervention skills and providing resources for appropriate response. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at (207) 622-5767 x 2318 or email mspp@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/gatekeeper-training-in-aroostook-county-11-7-24/
LOCATION:Cary Medical Center\, 163 Van Buren Road\, Caribou\, ME\, 04736\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241017T192556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T190819Z
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SUMMARY:NAMI Smarts for Advocacy: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:NAMI Smarts for Advocacy: Part 1 = Telling Your Story\nNAMI Smarts for Advocacy is a free\, skill-building training that helps people affected by mental health conditions turn their passion and lived experience into skillful grassroots advocacy. In our first session\, “Telling Your Story\,” participants will hone lived experience with mental illness into a brief testimony with key messages and a public policy “ask.” \nQuestions: Email helpline@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/nami-smarts-for-advocacy-part-1-11-13-2024/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241106T184710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T185041Z
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SUMMARY:Gatekeeper Training for School Staff
DESCRIPTION:This Gatekeeper Training for School Staff will be held on Friday\, November 15th from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Room E223 at Sanford High School\, 100 Alumni Blvd\, Sanford\, ME 04073. \n*Please note participants need to arrive by 7:45 AM to go through the school’s security. \nThis training provides an accessible\, introductory overview of suicide prevention. The training will provide up-to-date information regarding suicide\, teach basic suicide intervention skills\, increase personal confidence and the ability to effectively respond to suicidal behavior\, and identify helpful resources available to staff. \nThe Gatekeeper training is the foundation of the Maine Suicide Prevention Program (MSPP). It provides a thorough overview of suicide in Maine and the US\, as well as teaching basic intervention skills and providing resources for appropriate response. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/gatekeeper11152024\nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org (*please be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about). \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/gatekeeper-training-for-school-staff-11-15-2024/
LOCATION:Sanford High School\, 100 Alumni Blvd\, Sanford\, ME\, 04073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241017T193051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T190852Z
UID:5545-1732125600-1732131000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Smarts for Advocacy: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:NAMI Smarts for Advocacy: Part 2 = Contacting Your Policymaker\nNAMI Smarts for Advocacy is a free\, skill-building training that helps people affected by mental health conditions turn their passion and lived experience into skillful grassroots advocacy. In our second session\, “Contacting Your Policymaker\,” participants will build skills to create and deliver effective written and verbal communication to policymakers. \nQuestions: Email helpline@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/nami-smarts-for-advocacy-part-2-11-20-2024/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241203T154454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T154545Z
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SUMMARY:Nikanos BIG FAT GREEK Closing Party!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate the end of our 2024 season in true Nikanos tradition! Join us on Sunday\, December 15th for our BIG FAT GREEK Closing Party \n\n\n\nWe love sharing this day with you all\, so come dressed in your holiday best and party with a purpose as we thank our community for all their continued support\, while raising awareness and funds for @namimaine. Food\, drink\, music\, raffle prizes\, silent auction of artwork by the Ogunquit River Painters\, and so much more!\n\n\n\n Last Brunch Service 10am-3pm\n Entertainment by @beaudalleomusic 2pm-6pm\n Closing Party 4pm\n\n\n\nEvent Attendance: Open to Public ➡️  We can’t wait to see you for all the fun festivities ✨
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/nikanos-big-fat-greek-closing-party-2024/
LOCATION:Nikanos\, 173 Main Street\, Ogunquit\, ME\, 03907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241105T120813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T132217Z
UID:5606-1734337800-1734361200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Free 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-12-16-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241120T123200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T192714Z
UID:5623-1734597000-1734705000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS)
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a powerful way to work with students who have experienced trauma? Cognitive-Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) may be the intervention you’re looking for – and here’s your chance to be trained in the Center for Safe & Resilient Schools and Workplaces‘ evidence-based practice for FREE! \nJoin CBITS National Trainer Dr. Erum Nadeem for the 2-day training\, Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS)\, on December 19th\, 2024 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM and on December 20th\, 2024 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM at the NAMI Maine office at 52 Water Street\, Hallowell\, Maine. \nThe CBITS program is a school-based\, group and individual intervention that uses cognitive-behavioral techniques. It is designed to reduce symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)\, depression\, and behavioral problems\, as well as to improve functioning\, grades and attendance\, peer and parent support\, and coping skills. \nCBITS has been used with students in grades 5–12 who have witnessed or experienced traumatic life events\, such as community and school violence\, accidents and injuries\, physical abuse and domestic violence\, and natural and human-made disasters. \nCBITS is delivered by mental health professionals in school settings. CBITS is composed of 10 group sessions and one to three individual sessions with students\, with optional opportunities for parent involvement and educational outreach to teachers. Since 2001\, CBITS has been implemented across the United States and abroad\, and it is actively disseminated through SAMHSA’s National Child Traumatic Stress Network. – From https://traumaawareschools.org/index.php/learn-more-cbits/ \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public\n*This training is being offered through funding by the SAMSHA Emergency Response Grant (SERG). For more information and for other training opportunities offered through this grant\, please visit: https://ccsme.org/strengthening-maines-trauma-informed-learning-community/. \nREGISTER BELOW ↓\n\n \nTrainer: Dr. Erum Nadeem\nDr. Nadeem is a licensed clinical psychologist and Associate Professor at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers University. Her work focuses on community-partnered research methods\, implementation science to support the uptake of evidence-based practices in schools and community settings\, and racial/ethnic disparities in children’s educational and mental health outcomes. She has particular expertise in supporting schools to respond to the needs of children and adolescents exposed to trauma\, and in the study of implementation strategies (e.g.\, coaching\, consultation\, learning collaboratives\, continuous quality improvement). \nDr. Nadeem is a national expert in school-based interventions for trauma\, including the Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) and Bounce Back. She has published in peer-reviewed journals in psychiatry\, psychology\, and education\, and has a history of federal and foundation funding for her research.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/cognitive-behavioral-intervention-for-trauma-in-schools-cbits-12-2024/
LOCATION:NAMI Maine\, 52 Water Street\, Hallowell\, ME\, 04347\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241113T194214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T143839Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Free 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-1-14-2024/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241216T134059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T215209Z
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SUMMARY:Family-to-Family Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:This class will begin January 18\, 2025 and the last day will be March 8\, 2025. Each class will take place on Saturday from 2:00pm – 4:30pm. NAMI Family-to-Family is a free\, 8-session educational program for family and friends of adults living with mental health conditions. \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. \nThis helpful program is a designated evidenced-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. NAMI Family-to-Family is taught by NAMI-trained family members who have been there\, and includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exercises. \nWHEN: Saturday Afternoons (1/18/25–3/8/25) • 2:00–4:30 PM\nWHERE: Zoom \n*INTERVIEW: The instructor of this course will reach out to you for a brief interview prior to the event in order to make sure the class is right for you \nQUESTIONS: Email familysupport@namimaine.org \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public \n\n\n↓ Register by filling out the form below. *Registration Closes: 1/7/25 at 5pm. For questions about registration\, contact familysupport@namimaine.org.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/family-to-family-virtual-training-1-18-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Family-To-Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241211T160819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T212027Z
UID:5678-1737707400-1737732600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:This Gatekeeper Training will be held on Friday\, January 24th\, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM via 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 in January. \nThis training provides an accessible\, introductory overview of suicide prevention. The training will provide up-to-date information regarding suicide\, teach basic suicide intervention skills\, increase personal confidence and the ability to effectively respond to suicidal behavior\, and identify helpful resources available to staff. \nThe Gatekeeper training is the foundation of the Maine Suicide Prevention Program (MSPP). It provides a thorough overview of suicide in Maine and the US\, as well as teaching basic intervention skills and providing resources for appropriate response. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at (207) 622-5767\, ext. 2318 or email mspp@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/gatekeeper-training-1-24-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20250102T175801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T175801Z
UID:5726-1738054800-1738076400@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 Tuesday\, January 28th 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-1-28-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241211T164309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T212428Z
UID:5681-1738312200-1738337400@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:This Advanced Gatekeeper Training will be held on Friday\, January 31st\, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM via 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 in January. \n*Designed for school staff who must renew their Gatekeeper certification every five (5) years\, the Advanced Gatekeeper Training deepens suicide prevention skills for the school setting.  \nThis training provides an accessible refresher and deeper dive into suicide prevention in schools. The training will provide up-to-date information regarding suicide\, teach basic suicide intervention skills\, increase personal confidence and the ability to effectively respond to suicidal behavior\, and identify helpful resources available to staff. \nThe Gatekeeper training is the foundation of the Maine Suicide Prevention Program (MSPP). It provides a thorough overview of suicide in Maine and the US\, as well as teaching basic intervention skills and providing resources for appropriate response. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at (207) 622-5767 x2318 or email mspp@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/advanced-gatekeeper-training-1-31-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241216T220138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T220348Z
UID:5702-1738918800-1738929600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Protocol Development Training – Suicide Prevention\, Intervention\, & Postvention
DESCRIPTION:The Protocol Development Training will be held on Friday\, February 7th 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. \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.  \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 \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/protocol-development-training-suicide-prevention-intervention-postvention-2-7-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20250108T162731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T194709Z
UID:5753-1739012400-1739025000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Wade Millett Memorial Basketball Games
DESCRIPTION:Join Maine’s Mental Health All-Star Teams (the Wade Millett Memorial Foundation and NAMI Maine) on February 8th\, 2025\, as the USM Huskies take on the Western Connecticut State Wolves! Games will take place at the Hill Gym in the Costello Sports Complex\, 47 Campus Ave\, Gorham\, Maine. \nWomen’s Game: 11 AM \nMen’s Game: 1 PM \nGet to know the folks from NAMI Maine and the Wade Millett Memorial Foundation as they share a special message at both games’ half-time about mental health\, resources\, and the memory of Wade Millett (#15)\, former USM Basketball Captain. Don’t forget to stop by their booths to pick up resources and information\, free swag\, and enter raffles for both a 50/50 drawing and other awesome prizes! \nUniversity of Southern Maine Basketball Tickets:\nHuskies’ Athletics does not have advanced ticket sales for regular season home basketball contests.\nUSM Athletics has admission fees for men’s and women’s basketball\, and men’s and women’s ice hockey games during the regular season. Admission is open to the public for $5 at the door ($3 for seniors and free for students with a valid ID). Children under 12 are free! \nDuring the post-season (Little East Conference\, New England Hockey Conference\, NCAA) admission fees may be charged for other sports\, and will be determined by the governing body. Dogs or pets of any kind are not permitted at University of Southern Maine Athletic Facilities. Exceptions made for service animals only. \nParking: The University of Southern Maine requires a fee for parking. Visitors must purchase a parking permit or a paid/validated parking session to park on the University’s Portland and Gorham campuses. Patrons do not need to display a physical permit on your vehicle. \nFor a standard vehicle rates are $1.05 per hour.\nhttps://usm.maine.edu/parking-services/payment-options/#qr \n#SlamDunkMentalHealth #HoopsForHope #BounceBack #MentalHealthAllStars
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/wade-millett-memorial-basketball-games-2-8-2025/
LOCATION:Costello Sports Complex\, 47 Campus Ave\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241211T164938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T212121Z
UID:5683-1739262600-1739287800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:This Gatekeeper Training will be held on Tuesday\, February 11th\, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM via 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 in January. \nThis training provides an accessible\, introductory overview of suicide prevention. The training will provide up-to-date information regarding suicide\, teach basic suicide intervention skills\, increase personal confidence and the ability to effectively respond to suicidal behavior\, and identify helpful resources available to staff. \nThe Gatekeeper training is the foundation of the Maine Suicide Prevention Program (MSPP). It provides a thorough overview of suicide in Maine and the US\, as well as teaching basic intervention skills and providing resources for appropriate response. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Coordinator of Suicide Prevention\, at (207) 622-5767 x2318 or email mspp@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/gatekeeper-training-2-11-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241212T220627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T220627Z
UID:5688-1739435400-1739458800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Free MHFA Training hosted virtually 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-2-13-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241216T221510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T221510Z
UID:5705-1739435400-1739460600@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Assessment & Management Training
DESCRIPTION:The Suicide Assessment and Management Training will be held on Thursday\, February 13\, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM over 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. \nThe Suicide Assessment and Management Training is designed to prepare a new or seasoned clinician to understand the risk of suicide\, how to approach and complete an effective suicide risk assessment and intervention as well as ongoing management for individuals at increased risk. The focus is on assessment skills for those working in clinical roles including counselors\, social workers\, nurses\, and psychologists.  \nThe Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) will be used as a recommended tool for assessment. A systemic approach to suicide prevention is followed where assessment\, intervention\, Collaborative Safety Planning\, and assured follow-up are the critical elements. Assessment and Safety Planning tools and model documentation will be included for ongoing use. \nFor clinicians\, this training qualifies for renewal of the Gatekeeper Training certification. \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-assessment-management-training-2-13-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241216T222101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T222120Z
UID:5707-1740126600-1740141000@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) Training
DESCRIPTION:The virtual Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) Training will be held on Friday\, February 21st from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM over 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. \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-2-21-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20250128T160923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T201735Z
UID:5777-1740560400-1740758400@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:GRIEF Approach: A Comprehensive Treatment Model for Traumatic Loss
DESCRIPTION:This in person training will be held in several parts on Wednesday\, February 26th from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM; Thursday\, February 27th from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM; and a third component entitled Helping the Helpers: Taking Care of Ourselves on Friday\, February 28th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. \nEach session will be held at the Maine Resiliency Center in Lewiston\, Maine\, utilizing the best entrance through their parking garage located at 26 Chapel Street. \nRegistering using this form will sign participants up for all three dates. \n“She was no longer wresting with the grief\, but could sit down with it as a lasting companion and make it a sharer in her thoughts.” – George Eliot \nDesigned for adult individuals\, Grief Recovery with Individualized Evidence-Based Formulation Approach (GRIEF Approach) leans on existing evidence-based strategies through a module-based approach that addresses heterogeneous mental health correlates of violent loss (homicide\, suicide\, traffic crash) in one streamlined and comprehensive approach informed by both trauma and grief research fields. GRIEF Approach targets symptoms underlying three main mental health difficulties commonly associated with traumatic loss: post-traumatic stress symptoms\, depression\, and prolonged grief as well as tailoring the modules for applicability to violent loss based upon grief and violent loss literature. A thorough assessment of symptoms with a multicultural lens informed by sociocultural context is warranted to guide modules of intervention. This intervention was developed to be comprehensive yet flexible to allow accommodation for prioritizing and targeting various symptom presentations unique to each survivor. The GRIEF Approach model includes 8 modules provided over 12–20 sessions. \nThis workshop focuses on the intervention objectives and practice elements contained within each module. This training provides an understanding of the varied responses to traumatic loss\, reviews of the latest research on recovery trajectories\, and highlights risk factors to recovery. Assessment driven conceptualization to guide intervention strategies is discussed. Participants learn empirically supported therapeutic techniques in working with long-term recovery and treatment of prolonged grief responses. The interactive workshop involves video demonstrations and hands-on exercises designed to teach clinicians how to implement the treatment. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Understand common trauma and grief responses to traumatic loss (homicide\, suicide\, traffic crash) and in context of both and individual and sociocultural perspective. \n2. Distinguish between prolonged grief\, depression\, and PTSD and ways to tailor an individualized treatment plan based upon symptom presentation. \n3. Describe several evidence based strategies (e.g..\, meaningful behavioral activation\, therapeutic exposure\, revising bonds) for trauma and grief difficulties. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to public participants located in Maine. \n*This training was supported [in part] by grant number 1H07SM089706-01 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The content of this publication does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS.) \n\n \nTrainers: Dr. Alyssa Rheingold and Dr. Jamison Bottomley\n\n \nAlyssa Rheingold\, PhD\, is a clinical psychologist\, Professor and Associate Director of the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center and directs the Mindfulness Center within the Medical University of South Carolina’s Health and Wellness Institute. Further\, she is the Director of the Preparedness\, Response & Recovery Division of the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center. Dr. Rheingold has been funded for both service and research projects by CDC\, NIH\, OVW\, VAWA\, VOCA\, SAMHSA\, and OVC. She has published over 125 peer reviewed articles and book chapters in the area of trauma\, interpersonal violence\, traumatic grief\, resiliency\, mindfulness\, telehealth technology\, and anxiety. She is a co-author of GRIEF Approach. Recovery with Individualized Evidence-Based Formulation Approach (GRIEF Approach) leans on existing evidence-based strategies through a module-based approach that addresses heterogeneous mental health correlates of violent and/or sudden loss (in one streamlined and comprehensive approach informed by both trauma and grief fields. \n\n \nJamison S. Bottomley\, PhD\, is a licensed clinical psychologist and Research Assistant Professor at the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center (NCVC)\, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences\, Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Following the completion of his graduate training at The University of Memphis and predoctoral internship at the Charleston Consortium\, Dr. Bottomley completed a two-year NIMH postdoctoral fellowship in traumatic stress studies at the NCVC. Dr. Bottomley’s program of research centers around the study of traumatic loss (i.e.\, bereavement following sudden\, violent\, or volitional causes of death)\, including the impact of social stressors and substance use on health outcomes secondary to traumatic loss\, as well as treatment development and optimization. His program of research has been generously supported by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD). In his spare time\, Dr. Bottomley enjoys all things outdoors\, but he especially loves spending time on the beach or in the ocean with his wife and son.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/grief-approach-a-comprehensive-treatment-model-for-traumatic-loss-in-person-2-26-2025/
LOCATION:Maine Resiliency Center\, 184 Main St\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20250122T134027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T234627Z
UID:5765-1740592800-1740598200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Smarts for Advocacy - Part 1: Telling Your Story
DESCRIPTION:PART 1: Wednesday\, February 26\, 2025\, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM\n90 minutes\, Virtual \nNAMI Smarts for Advocacy is a skill-building training that helps people affected by mental health conditions turn their passion and lived experience into skillful grassroots advocacy. In our first session\, “Telling Your Story\,” participants will hone lived experience with mental illness into a brief testimony with key messages and a public policy “ask.” \nQuestions: Contact our Helpline at helpline@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/nami-smarts-for-advocacy-part-1-telling-your-story-2-26-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20250102T181048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T181541Z
UID:5728-1740646800-1740668400@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\, February 27th 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-2-27-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20241216T222704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T222820Z
UID:5709-1740990600-1741015800@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Assessment & Management Training
DESCRIPTION:The Suicide Assessment and Management Training will be held on Monday\, March 3rd\, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM over 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. \nThe Suicide Assessment and Management Training is designed to prepare a new or seasoned clinician to understand the risk of suicide\, how to approach and complete an effective suicide risk assessment and intervention as well as ongoing management for individuals at increased risk. The focus is on assessment skills for those working in clinical roles including counselors\, social workers\, nurses\, and psychologists.  \nThe Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) will be used as a recommended tool for assessment. A systemic approach to suicide prevention is followed where assessment\, intervention\, Collaborative Safety Planning\, and assured follow-up are the critical elements. Assessment and Safety Planning tools and model documentation will be included for ongoing use. \nFor clinicians\, this training qualifies for renewal of the Gatekeeper Training certification. \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-assessment-management-training-3-3-25/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T232917
CREATED:20250128T162753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T202038Z
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SUMMARY:GRIEF Approach: A Comprehensive Treatment Model for Traumatic Loss
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training will be held over two days on Wednesday\, March 5th from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Thursday\, March 6th from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM via Zoom. \nRegistering using form below ↓ will sign participants up for both training dates\, and participants will receive access to the Zoom link for both training dates in a separate email as we get closer to the training dates. \n“She was no longer wresting with the grief\, but could sit down with it as a lasting companion and make it a sharer in her thoughts.” – George Eliot \nDesigned for adult individuals\, Grief Recovery with Individualized Evidence-Based Formulation Approach (GRIEF Approach) leans on existing evidence-based strategies through a module-based approach that addresses heterogeneous mental health correlates of violent loss (homicide\, suicide\, traffic crash) in one streamlined and comprehensive approach informed by both trauma and grief research fields. GRIEF Approach targets symptoms underlying three main mental health difficulties commonly associated with traumatic loss: post-traumatic stress symptoms\, depression\, and prolonged grief as well as tailoring the modules for applicability to violent loss based upon grief and violent loss literature. A thorough assessment of symptoms with a multicultural lens informed by sociocultural context is warranted to guide modules of intervention. This intervention was developed to be comprehensive yet flexible to allow accommodation for prioritizing and targeting various symptom presentations unique to each survivor. The GRIEF Approach model includes 8 modules provided over 12–20 sessions. \nThis workshop focuses on the intervention objectives and practice elements contained within each module. This training provides an understanding of the varied responses to traumatic loss\, reviews of the latest research on recovery trajectories\, and highlights risk factors to recovery. Assessment driven conceptualization to guide intervention strategies is discussed. Participants learn empirically supported therapeutic techniques in working with long-term recovery and treatment of prolonged grief responses. The interactive workshop involves video demonstrations and hands-on exercises designed to teach clinicians how to implement the treatment. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Understand common trauma and grief responses to traumatic loss (homicide\, suicide\, traffic crash) and in context of both and individual and sociocultural perspective. \n2. Distinguish between prolonged grief\, depression\, and PTSD and ways to tailor an individualized treatment plan based upon symptom presentation. \n3. Describe several evidence based strategies (e.g..\, meaningful behavioral activation\, therapeutic exposure\, revising bonds) for trauma and grief difficulties. \nQuestions: Contact Julianne McLaughlin\, Manager of Suicide Prevention\, at (800) 464-5767 x2318 or mspp@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: We are pleased to offer this training to public participants located in Maine. \n*This training was supported [in part] by grant number 1H07SM089706-01 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The content of this publication does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS.) \n\n \nTrainers: Dr. Alyssa Rheingold and Dr. Jamison Bottomley\n\n \nAlyssa Rheingold\, PhD\, is a clinical psychologist\, Professor and Associate Director of the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center and directs the Mindfulness Center within the Medical University of South Carolina’s Health and Wellness Institute. Further\, she is the Director of the Preparedness\, Response & Recovery Division of the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center. Dr. Rheingold has been funded for both service and research projects by CDC\, NIH\, OVW\, VAWA\, VOCA\, SAMHSA\, and OVC. She has published over 125 peer reviewed articles and book chapters in the area of trauma\, interpersonal violence\, traumatic grief\, resiliency\, mindfulness\, telehealth technology\, and anxiety. She is a co-author of GRIEF Approach. Recovery with Individualized Evidence-Based Formulation Approach (GRIEF Approach) leans on existing evidence-based strategies through a module-based approach that addresses heterogeneous mental health correlates of violent and/or sudden loss (in one streamlined and comprehensive approach informed by both trauma and grief fields. \n\n \nJamison S. Bottomley\, PhD\, is a licensed clinical psychologist and Research Assistant Professor at the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center (NCVC)\, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences\, Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Following the completion of his graduate training at The University of Memphis and predoctoral internship at the Charleston Consortium\, Dr. Bottomley completed a two-year NIMH postdoctoral fellowship in traumatic stress studies at the NCVC. Dr. Bottomley’s program of research centers around the study of traumatic loss (i.e.\, bereavement following sudden\, violent\, or volitional causes of death)\, including the impact of social stressors and substance use on health outcomes secondary to traumatic loss\, as well as treatment development and optimization. His program of research has been generously supported by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD). In his spare time\, Dr. Bottomley enjoys all things outdoors\, but he especially loves spending time on the beach or in the ocean with his wife and son.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/grief-approach-a-comprehensive-treatment-model-for-traumatic-loss-virtual-3-5-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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SUMMARY:NAMI Smarts for Advocacy - Part 2: Contacting Your Policymaker
DESCRIPTION:PART 2: Wednesday\, March 5\, 2025\, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM\n90 minutes\, Virtual \nNAMI Smarts for Advocacy is a skill-building training that helps people affected by mental health conditions turn their passion and lived experience into skillful grassroots advocacy. In our second session\, “Contacting Your Policymaker\,” participants will build skills to create and deliver effective written and verbal communication to policymakers. \nQuestions: Contact our Helpline at helpline@namimaine.org (*be sure to specify which event you’re inquiring about) \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/nami-smarts-for-advocacy-part-2-contacting-your-policymaker-3-5-3025/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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