Recently members of the Community Coalition of Forest County
discussed ways to approach the underlying issues related to addiction in our
county. The mental health well-being of
our youth is one of our greatest concerns and recent actions by various
organizations in the county prove that we all are willing to invest time and
energy into improving the health and well-being of our residents.
However, sometimes it is not easy to know when and how to
help a youth experiencing a mental health or substance abuse problem. That’s why the Community Coalition is
sponsoring a one-day free evidence-based training titled “Youth Mental Health
First Aid” for school personnel, faith leaders, coaches, and other caring
community members who have regular contact with young people ages 12-18.
Youth Mental Health First Aid participants will gain
knowledge of common mental health challenges for youth and learn strategies to
help youth in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
The session will be offered on Tuesday, February 12th
from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Forest County courthouse board room. Instructors are Sara Foster and Stephanie
Feldner of CESA 8.
The training is free and open to individuals who live or
work in Forest county. Space is limited
to 30 participants. Lunch is provided by
the Community Coalition of Forest County.
Online registration is available here or by contacting UW-Extension educator Michelle Gobert at 715-478-7797.