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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:  \nSunshine Silver Lining invites you to sign up for a *virtual* Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course in the winter of 2025. These trainings are open to Vermonters and those that serve and support Vermonters and there are 30 spots in each class\, grant-funded by Vermont Care Partners. \nBefore the events in the winter\, beginning in Mid-January and Mid- February depending on the course you have signed up for\, information will be shared to complete 1-2 hours of pre-work before the live Zoom session. The live Zoom session will include videos\, group work\, and engagement activities and requires active participation. Upon completing the program\, all participants will receive a three-year certification in MHFA. \nThe purpose of MHFA training is to build an empowered community united around mental health care by educating communities\, organizations and individuals in how to address mental health issues effectively. In MHFA classes\, people get a better understanding of how to recognize and offer initial aid to someone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge or oncoming crisis. \nAttendees explore how to ask if a person is distressed and how to intervene on their behalf. MHFA courses also spell out a clear\, five-step action plan to help individuals connect with helpful professionals and peers. The course also covers community resources available\, as access to care is a crucial piece of the puzzle. \nYouth Mental Health First Aid focuses on Adults helping youth ages 6 to 18 and Adult Mental Health First Aid focuses on Adults helping other Adults. There is also a teen program which is available after a school or youth serving organization invests time in taking yMHFA.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-3/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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SUMMARY:Burlington Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Burlington Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group \nPlease note: This is a peer support group\, not a counseling group.\n\n\nWhere: Meetings are in-person at the South Burlington Comfort Inn\n\n\nWhen: First Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:30 pm\n\n\nContact: For more information text Bob at 802-922-4283
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/burlington-survivors-of-suicide-loss-support-group/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:South Burlington Comfort Inn\, 3 Dorset St\, South Burlington\, VT\, 05403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
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SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:  \nSunshine Silver Lining invites you to sign up for a *virtual* Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course in the winter of 2025. These trainings are open to Vermonters and those that serve and support Vermonters and there are 30 spots in each class\, grant-funded by Vermont Care Partners. \nBefore the events in the winter\, beginning in Mid-January and Mid- February depending on the course you have signed up for\, information will be shared to complete 1-2 hours of pre-work before the live Zoom session. The live Zoom session will include videos\, group work\, and engagement activities and requires active participation. Upon completing the program\, all participants will receive a three-year certification in MHFA. \nThe purpose of MHFA training is to build an empowered community united around mental health care by educating communities\, organizations and individuals in how to address mental health issues effectively. In MHFA classes\, people get a better understanding of how to recognize and offer initial aid to someone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge or oncoming crisis. \nAttendees explore how to ask if a person is distressed and how to intervene on their behalf. MHFA courses also spell out a clear\, five-step action plan to help individuals connect with helpful professionals and peers. The course also covers community resources available\, as access to care is a crucial piece of the puzzle. \nYouth Mental Health First Aid focuses on Adults helping youth ages 6 to 18 and Adult Mental Health First Aid focuses on Adults helping other Adults. There is also a teen program which is available after a school or youth serving organization invests time in taking yMHFA.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T113000
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SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:NKHS is offering QPR introduction to suicide training for adults and caretakers to raise awareness\, dispel myths and misconceptions\, and teach three skills that can help save a life. \nA QPR trainee will learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide\, how to offer hope\, and how to get help. \nJoin us for one of these 90-minute in-person trainings.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-awareness-training-3/
LOCATION:Groton Free Public Library\, 1304 Scott Hwy\, Groton\, Vermont\, 05046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
CREATED:20250307T175337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T175337Z
UID:10000545-1742317200-1742328000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Silver Lining invites you to register for a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. These trainings are open to Vermonters and those who serve and support Vermonters\, with 30 grant-funded spots available per class through Vermont Care Partners. \nMHFA training empowers communities\, organizations\, and individuals by providing the knowledge and skills to address mental health challenges effectively. In these courses\, participants will learn how to: \nRecognize the signs of mental health challenges or an emerging crisis. \nOffer initial support and intervention for someone experiencing distress. \nApply a five-step action plan to connect individuals with professional and peer support. \nNavigate local and national mental health resources\, ensuring access to care. \nFor those interested in supporting youth\, Youth Mental Health First Aid focuses on equipping adults with the tools to assist young people ages 6 to 18 facing mental health concerns. \nThis training is made possible through generous funding from Vermont Care Partners (VCP) Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) grants\, which include: \nThe Vermont Department of Health’s Garrett Lee Smith grant \nThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Mental Health Awareness Training grant \nThe Vermont Department of Mental Health AWARE grant \nJoin us in building a more compassionate\, informed\, and supportive community around mental health. Sign up today to reserve your spot!
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-5/2025-03-18/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T090000
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SUMMARY:yMHFA
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents\, family members\, caregivers\, teachers\, school staff\, neighbors\, health and human services workers\, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is 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.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/ymhfa/
LOCATION:NKHS\, 181 Crawford Farm Road\, Newport\, Vermont\, 05855
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T170000
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UID:10000149-1742389200-1742403600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:5th Annual Summit: Suicide Safer Care in Clinical Practice Incorporating Current Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:A two-day virtual conference designed to strengthen confidence and competence in providing caring\, evidence-based services to clients with suicide risk. \n  \nLive on Zoom \nDay 1:  Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025\n1:00–5:00 p.m. EDT/10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. PDT\n\nDay 2: Thursday\, March 20\, 2025\n1:00–5:00 p.m. EDT/10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. PDT \n  \nLearn more at: www.wellnessinstitute.org/suicidesafercare
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/5th-annual-summit-suicide-safer-care-in-clinical-practice-incorporating-current-best-practices/2025-03-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Wellness Institute":MAILTO:info@wellnessinstitute.org
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T200000
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Silver Lining invites you to register for a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. These trainings are open to Vermonters and those who serve and support Vermonters\, with 30 grant-funded spots available per class through Vermont Care Partners. \nMHFA training empowers communities\, organizations\, and individuals by providing the knowledge and skills to address mental health challenges effectively. In these courses\, participants will learn how to: \nRecognize the signs of mental health challenges or an emerging crisis. \nOffer initial support and intervention for someone experiencing distress. \nApply a five-step action plan to connect individuals with professional and peer support. \nNavigate local and national mental health resources\, ensuring access to care. \nFor those interested in supporting youth\, Youth Mental Health First Aid focuses on equipping adults with the tools to assist young people ages 6 to 18 facing mental health concerns. \nThis training is made possible through generous funding from Vermont Care Partners (VCP) Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) grants\, which include: \nThe Vermont Department of Health’s Garrett Lee Smith grant \nThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Mental Health Awareness Training grant \nThe Vermont Department of Mental Health AWARE grant \nJoin us in building a more compassionate\, informed\, and supportive community around mental health. Sign up today to reserve your spot!
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-5/2025-03-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
CREATED:20250228T215433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T121428Z
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SUMMARY:Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group \nWhere: On-line Participation via Zoom\n\nWhen: Third Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:00 pm\n\nContact: Call or Email Frederic at 802-498-5211 or Frederic.gluck@gmail for details and the Zoom link\n\nYou recently lost a loved one to suicide. Your feelings of grief\, sadness\, shock\, isolation\, anger\, and guilt may seem overwhelming. You may wonder if you will ever recover. These are normal responses. There is help from others who\, like you\, have experienced this tragedy. We want to help you recover and\, most of all\, we want you to know that you are not alone. \nThis support group is open to all family members and friends of a loved one who has died by suicide. People of all ages\, occupations\, and religious affiliations are welcome. There is no fee\, and you are welcome to attend as often as you would like.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/survivors-of-suicide-loss-support-group/2025-03-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
CREATED:20250225T213438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T213823Z
UID:10000516-1742475600-1742490000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:5th Annual Summit: Suicide Safer Care in Clinical Practice Incorporating Current Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:A two-day virtual conference designed to strengthen confidence and competence in providing caring\, evidence-based services to clients with suicide risk. \n  \nLive on Zoom \nDay 1:  Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025\n1:00–5:00 p.m. EDT/10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. PDT\n\nDay 2: Thursday\, March 20\, 2025\n1:00–5:00 p.m. EDT/10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. PDT \n  \nLearn more at: www.wellnessinstitute.org/suicidesafercare
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/5th-annual-summit-suicide-safer-care-in-clinical-practice-incorporating-current-best-practices/2025-03-20/
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Wellness Institute":MAILTO:info@wellnessinstitute.org
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T233000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
CREATED:20250211T185727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T214654Z
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SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:“Like CPR\, QPR is an emergency response to someone in a suicide crisis. Also\, like CPR in the Chain of Survival from a life-threatening medical crisis\, early recognition of warning signs\, early intervention and early professional assessment and care can save lives.” – QPR Institute \nNKHS offers QPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) introduction to suicide training for adults and caretakers to raise awareness\, dispel myths and misconceptions\, and teach three skills that can help save a life. A QPR trainee will learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide\, how to offer hope\, and how to get help. \nWhat to expect in the 90-minute Zoom training: \n– A pre & post training survey \n– An interactive training with time for questions\, comments\, and reactions \n– Introductory videos (Learn QPR) \n– Review common myths\, misconceptions\, and statistics about suicide and warning signs of suicidal behavior\, how to question\, persuade\, and refer to offer hope \nCertified QPR instructors are available after the formal training to talk with participants. \nParticipants receive Northeast Kingdom\, Vermont\, and national suicide prevention contacts\, the QPR booklet\, and a Certificate of Completion.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-awareness-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
CREATED:20250304T020658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T020658Z
UID:10000547-1742922000-1742932800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Silver Lining invites you to register for a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. These trainings are open to Vermonters and those who serve and support Vermonters\, with 30 grant-funded spots available per class through Vermont Care Partners. \nMHFA training empowers communities\, organizations\, and individuals by providing the knowledge and skills to address mental health challenges effectively. In these courses\, participants will learn how to: \nRecognize the signs of mental health challenges or an emerging crisis. \nOffer initial support and intervention for someone experiencing distress. \nApply a five-step action plan to connect individuals with professional and peer support. \nNavigate local and national mental health resources\, ensuring access to care. \nAdult Mental Health First Aid focuses on Adults helping other Adults\, 18+ \nThis training is made possible through generous funding from Vermont Care Partners (VCP) Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) grants\, which include: \nThe Vermont Department of Health’s Garrett Lee Smith grant \nThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Mental Health Awareness Training grant \nThe Vermont Department of Mental Health AWARE grant \nJoin us in building a more compassionate\, informed\, and supportive community around mental health. Sign up today to reserve your spot!
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-5/2025-03-25/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
CREATED:20250211T190907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T190907Z
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SUMMARY:Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health Read Along
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community training at the Groton Free Public Library. No registration is required. This engaging session introduces young children to mental health in a positive\, approachable way. Through Gizmo’s Pawesome Guide\, kids will learn to recognize and talk about their feelings\, identify trusted adults\, and develop healthy coping strategies. The session is practical\, with students creating mental health action plans that they can use daily or when needed.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/gizmos-pawesome-guide-to-mental-health-read-along/
LOCATION:Groton Free Public Library 1304 Scott HWY Groton VT\, 1304 Scott Hwy\, Groton\, Vermont\, 05046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T074455
CREATED:20250304T020658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T020658Z
UID:10000548-1743008400-1743019200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Silver Lining invites you to register for a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. These trainings are open to Vermonters and those who serve and support Vermonters\, with 30 grant-funded spots available per class through Vermont Care Partners. \nMHFA training empowers communities\, organizations\, and individuals by providing the knowledge and skills to address mental health challenges effectively. In these courses\, participants will learn how to: \nRecognize the signs of mental health challenges or an emerging crisis. \nOffer initial support and intervention for someone experiencing distress. \nApply a five-step action plan to connect individuals with professional and peer support. \nNavigate local and national mental health resources\, ensuring access to care. \nAdult Mental Health First Aid focuses on Adults helping other Adults\, 18+ \nThis training is made possible through generous funding from Vermont Care Partners (VCP) Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) grants\, which include: \nThe Vermont Department of Health’s Garrett Lee Smith grant \nThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Mental Health Awareness Training grant \nThe Vermont Department of Mental Health AWARE grant \nJoin us in building a more compassionate\, informed\, and supportive community around mental health. Sign up today to reserve your spot!
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-5/2025-03-26/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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