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SUMMARY:Respite Providers Only: Q1 Group Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Respite Group Supervision\nWhen: 8/7/24 – 12pm – 1pm\nWhere: Zoom \nEvent Attendance: ONLY Open to Respite Providers
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/respite-providers-only-q1-group-supervision-8-7-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Respite
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SUMMARY:Respite Providers Only: Q1 Group Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Respite Group Supervision\nWhen: 8/12/24 – 3pm – 4pm\nWhere: Zoom \nEvent Attendance: ONLY Open to Respite Providers
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/respite-providers-only-q1-group-supervision-8-12-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Respite
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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\, August 13th 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-8-13-2024/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240607T154800Z
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SUMMARY:Gatekeeper Training for School Nurses
DESCRIPTION:This Gatekeeper Training will be held on Monday\, August 19th from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the Main Room at DHHS Building\, 109 Capitol Street\, Augusta\, ME 04330. \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-for-school-nurses-8-19-24/
LOCATION:DHHS Building\, 109 Capitol Street\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240528T145208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T183640Z
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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 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/Onion82024
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/mhfa-for-non-profits-in-androscoggin-county-8-20-24/
LOCATION:East Auburn Baptist Church\, 560 Park Avenue\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240627T180922Z
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SUMMARY:Respite Providers Only: Q1 Group Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Respite Group Supervision\nWhen: 8/22/24 – 10am – 11am\nWhere: Zoom \nEvent Attendance: ONLY Open to Respite Providers
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/respite-providers-only-q1-group-supervision-8-22-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Respite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
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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 Friday\, August 23rd from 10 AM to 12 PM. \nQuestions: Please contact Devon Gross\, at (800) 464-5767 ext. 2312 or email her at mhfa@namimaine.org. \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/de-escalation-training-8-23-2024/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T163000
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CREATED:20240605T135418Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Free MHFA Training hosted at Rumford Congregational Point Church UCC located at 1748 US-2\, Rumford\, ME 04276…\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 \n\n\nRegistration is Now Full… Check out our Events Calendar for more upcoming trainings!
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-training-8-26-24/
LOCATION:Rumford Point Congregational Church UCC\, 1748 US-2\, Rumford\, ME\, 04276\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T170000
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CREATED:20240627T181124Z
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SUMMARY:Respite Providers Only: Q1 Group Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Respite Group Supervision\nWhen: 8/27/24 – 4pm – 5pm\nWhere: Zoom \nEvent Attendance: ONLY Open to Respite Providers
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/respite-providers-only-q1-group-supervision-8-27-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Respite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240627T184006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T184006Z
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SUMMARY:Respite Providers Only: Q1 Group Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Respite Group Supervision\nWhen: 9/10/24 – 5pm – 6pm\nWhere: Zoom \nEvent Attendance: ONLY Open to Respite Providers
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/respite-providers-only-q1-group-supervision-9-10-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Respite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T080000
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SUMMARY:Supporting Veterans’ Resilience Symposium
DESCRIPTION:NAMI Maine and the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services are co-hosting the Supporting Veterans’ Resilience Symposium on September 11\, 2024\, at Hannaford Hall on the University of Southern Maine’s Portland campus. Registration opens at 7:00 a.m.\, the symposium starts at 8:00 a.m. and will conclude by 5:00 p.m.  \nThis event is supported by the VA’s Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant and the Bingham Foundation Grant and offers a professional\, day-long CEU training regarding veterans’ resiliency. Due to the generosity of our grant sponsors this event will be free for attendees and includes lunch and parking. \nThe symposium’s keynote speaker will be Iraq War Combat Veteran and Mental Health and Holistic Healing Advocate\, Tom Voss\, who will be available to sign his book\, Where War Ends: A Combat Veteran’s 2\,700-Mile Journey to Heal – Recovering from PTSD and Moral Injury through Meditation. There will also be a screening of his film\, Almost Sunrise\, which will be featured during the lunch break. \nSummit Topics:\n \n\nUtilizing veterans’ safety plans and the safe storage of firearms and medications.\nWhat happens when you request a law enforcement welfare check.\nA panel discussion regarding the reintegration into civilian life with veterans and family members.\nHow to talk to kids about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).\nHealthcare providers connection to veterans and the Maine Medical Association’s Veteran Suicide Prevention Toolkit.\nVeterans\, Service Members\, and Family Expos.\nPeer Support Programs\, and Alternative PTSD Therapies. \n\n*This training is eligible for contact hours for continuing education for licensure. \nThe Maine Medical Education Trust designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.75 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 Maine Medical Education Trust and NAMI Maine**.** The Maine Medical Education Trust is accredited by the Maine Medical Association Committee on Continuing Medical Education and Accreditation (CCMEA) to provide Continuing Medical Education (CME) for physicians. \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public \n\nRegistrer Now: https://conferences.usm.maine.edu/EventProConnect/Default.aspx\n\n  \nAGENDA:\n7:00 – 8:00am – Registration Check in and Continental Breakfast \n8:00am – Opening Ceremonies and Remarks:  \n\nUniversity of Southern Maine ROTC Color Guard\nNational Anthem performed by SFC Crystal Ryder – Maine National Guard\nWelcome and the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant –\nDavid Richmond\, Director Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services\nBingham Foundation Grant – Hannah Longley\, Senior Clinical Director\, NAMI Maine\nOpening Remarks – Brigadier General Diane Dunn\, Adjutant General- Maine National Guard\nMaine’s Governor’s Challenge Team – Governor Janet T. Mills\nPrayer – Col. Earl Weigelt\, Chaplain\, Maine National Guard\n\n8:45-9:15am – Lethal Means and Risk Reduction  Carla J. Mowatt\, LCSW – Integrated Primary Prevention Officer\, Maine National Guard  \n9:15-9:45am – What Happens When You Request a Law Enforcement Welfare Check Mark Holmquist\, Veteran and Scarborough Police Chief.  \n9:45-10:45am – A Panel Discussion Regarding the Reintegration Into Civilian Life With Veterans and Family Members – Moderated by Hannah Longley\nJoe Tatem\, U.S. Army Veteran and Soldier and Maine National Guard – Family Readiness Specialist;  \nKevin Marcotte\, U.S. Army Veteran \nElizabeth Marcotte\, Eastern Regional Manager for the Army National Guard Child and Youth Services and a Veteran’s Spouse \n10:45-11:00am – Break \n11:00-11:45am – How to Talk to Kids About Post Traumatic Stress Disorder –\nLibby Wright\, LSW – Director of Youth Services\, NAMI Maine  \n11:45am-1:15pm – Lunch and screening of the film Almost Sunrise. \n1:15-1:30pm – Break \n1:30-2:30pm – PTSD\, Moral Injury\, and Recovery Keynote speaker\, Tom Voss Iraq War Combat Veteran and Mental Health and Holistic Healing Advocate. \n2:30-3:30pm – SSG Fox Veteran Suicide Prevention Toolkit for Health Care Providers –  \n• Jessica Reed\, MSN\, GNP-BC\, Clinical Quality Manager\, MMA-CQI \n• Kate Marble\, LCSW\, Clinical Director\, Health Affiliates Maine \n• Christina Cook\, Director of Maine Crisis Line at The Opportunity Alliance \n• Catherine E. Cooper\, LCSW\, VA Maine Suicide Prevention Program Manager \n• Eric Haram\, LADC\, Haram Consulting\, LLC. \n3:30-4:30pm – Veterans\, Service Members\, and Family Expos\, Peer Support Programs\, and Alternative PTSD Therapies \n• Christina Smith\, Public Affairs Officer\, Togus Regional Office Veterans Benefits Administration\, Kristina Sabasteanski\, OTR/L – Director\, Veterans Adaptive Sports; VAST;  \n• Scott Hutcherson\, LCPC – Director Lewiston Vet Center;  \n• Darren Ripley\, Veterans Services Coordinator – Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness and Passamaquoddy Combat Veteran (U.S. Army\, Iraq War – Purple Heart Decorated) \n• Maggie Catanese\, Executive Director\, Vet2Vet Maine \n• Tracy Shaw\, Maine Paws for Veterans \n4:45pm – Closing Remarks – David Richmond and Hannah Longley
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/supporting-veterans-resilience-symposium/
LOCATION:University of Southern Maine – Portland Campus\, 88 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
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SUMMARY:Gatekeeper Training
DESCRIPTION:This Gatekeeper Training will be held on Tuesday\, September 17th from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM in Blewett\, Room 027 at the University of New England (UNE)\, 716 Stevens Ave\, Portland\, ME 04103. \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-9-17-24/
LOCATION:University of New England (UNE)\, 716 Stevens Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Suicide Prevention
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240718T185255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T172817Z
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SUMMARY:MHFA for Government Entities 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 training you’re inquiring about) or call 1-800-464-5767 x 2301 \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public \nRegister Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Onion91724
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/mhfa-for-government-entities-in-androscoggin-county-9-17-2024/
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:20240919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240627T184219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T184219Z
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SUMMARY:Respite Providers Only: Q1 Group Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Respite Group Supervision\nWhen: 9/19/24 – 1pm – 2pm\nWhere: Zoom \nEvent Attendance: ONLY Open to Respite Providers
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/respite-providers-only-q1-group-supervision-9-19-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Respite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240627T184527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T184527Z
UID:5137-1727272800-1727276400@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Respite Providers Only: Q1 Group Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly Respite Group Supervision\nWhen: 9/25/24 – 2pm – 3pm\nWhere: Zoom \nEvent Attendance: ONLY Open to Respite Providers
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/respite-providers-only-q1-group-supervision-9-25-24/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Respite
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240809T141230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T181711Z
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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\, September 26th from 1 PM to 3 PM. \nQuestions: Please contact Devon Gross\, at (800) 464-5767 ext. 2312 or email her at mhfa@namimaine.org. \nEvent Attendance: Open to Public
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/de-escalation-training-9-26-2024/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Mental Health First Aid
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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240822T171820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T171820Z
UID:5333-1727425800-1727443800@namimaine.org
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:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240418T160245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T194816Z
UID:4703-1727514000-1727528400@namimaine.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240829T154328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T185832Z
UID:5376-1728633600-1728655200@namimaine.org
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainings for Telstar School Staff
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). *We are holding two simultaneous sessions for BOTH Telstar Middle School & Telstar High School Staff. These trainings are free and will be held at each school (rooms TBA) on Friday\, October 11th from 8AM to 2PM. \nThese trainings 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. \nYMHFA leads to a 3-year certification issued by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. The 8-hour course is provided in a blended format\, with 2 hours of self-paced online learning and 6 hours of instructor-led training held in person. The training provides 6 contact hours of continuing education. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/namimaineTelstar1011\nQuestions: Please contact Lily Barter\, Coordinator of Youth Education\, at (800) 464-5767 x 2308 or email her at ymhfa@namimaine.org.
URL:https://namimaine.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-trainings-for-telstar-school-staff-10-11-14/
LOCATION:Bethel\, Maine\, Bethel\, ME\, 04217\, United States
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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:20241017T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240912T195941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T200033Z
UID:5402-1729153800-1729179000@namimaine.org
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:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240815T173441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T173705Z
UID:5309-1729153800-1729182600@namimaine.org
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
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20240912T200704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T200734Z
UID:5404-1729499400-1729517400@namimaine.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20241004T111542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T111542Z
UID:5447-1729587600-1729609200@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\, 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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20241029T193635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T193635Z
UID:5572-1730968200-1730993400@namimaine.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20241017T192556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T190819Z
UID:5541-1731520800-1731526200@namimaine.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20241106T184710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T185041Z
UID:5611-1731657600-1731682800@namimaine.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
CREATED:20241203T154454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T154545Z
UID:5668-1734271200-1734289200@namimaine.org
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:20260416T035708
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T035708
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NAMI Maine":MAILTO:events@namimaine.org
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