This Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) training will be taught in-person at the Board Room at the LifeWays Hillsdale Office. (see map and address below)

To Sign Up: Please fill out the form below and click “submit” to sign up for the training. This training will be on Thursday, August 24, 2023 from 8:30 AM-5 PM. Lunch will be provided.

Costs for the Course: The cost for the course is free to Jackson and Hillsdale county residents due to sponsorship by LifeWays.

About Youth Mental Health First Aid: Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach how to help adolescents (ages 12-18) who are experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or are in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Upon graduation from the course you will be provided with a certificate and become a Youth Mental Health First Aider.

Youth Mental Health First Aiders are… parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. They’re First Ladies and Mayors. Youth Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their world healthier, happier and safer for youth in their communities.

The Board Room | Hillsdale LifeWays
25 Care Drive, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Thursday, August 24, 2023 from 8:30 AM-5 PM.
Please park in front of our Hillsdale building and check-in at the office.

If you have any questions prior to signing up, please contact Christopher St.Clair at christopher.stclair@lifewaysmi.org.