Participants will be trained in what opioids are, how they affect the body and brain, how to recognize the signs of an overdose, how to administer nasal Narcan and receive information on how to obtain Narcan. Free and open to the public at East Providence City Hall...
Events
Youth Stronger Together Training – East Providence Prevention Coalition
An introduction to understanding, recognizing and addressing mental health in your community. This training is recommended for students in grades 7-12. East Providence City Hall Room 306 145 Taunton Ave East Providence
Bridges Parent Group
BRIDGES October 26, 2023 • 6:00-7:00PM Dear BRIDGES and Friends, This is a reminder that our next meeting will include a mental health/first aid presentation conducted by Sheri Shunney, who is trained as a specialist in this area. The program/meeting will take place...
Community Connection Walk
A WALK ABOUT TOWN OCTOBER 14, 2023 • 9:30 AM SWIFT COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT EAST GREENWICH Come and join us for a leisurely walk about town with new and old friends. Let’s all enjoy a mental health break while taking in the brisk air and beautiful scenery. For...
ASAPP Cafe – For Youth, By Youth
ASAPP Cafe October 12, 2023 6:00-8:00 PM Swift Commununity Center East Greenwich We are back at it–bringing everyone together. All teens are invited for an evening of fun, friends, and food. For more information contact Bob Houghtaling at 401-230-2246...
Rompiendo el Estigma: Salud Mental 101
En este curso aprenderá los signos y síntomas de la primera ayuda psicológica, el autocuidado en salud mental y los recursos en su comunidad. Curso virtual. GRATIS en Español. Inscríbete aquí.
Introduction to Mental Health First Aid (Part 2)
This FREE virtual training is a continuation from the September 19, 2023 training. It provides an entry level skill and knowledge-based approach to early intervention for someone experiencing a mental health crisis or distress. Resources to recommend to someone in...
Mental Health First Aid Training: Part 3: Using Trauma Informed Care to Improve Patient and Self Care
Trauma looks different for each of us, and the approach must also be tailored in a culturally mindful way to promote healing and recovery. Is this 3-part training, we focus on the six basic principles or pillars of Trauma Informed Care as outlined by the Centers for...
Mental Health First Aid Training: Part 2: Impact of Trauma – The Intersection of Racism and Mental Health
Trauma looks different for each of us, and the approach must also be tailored in a culturally mindful way to promote healing and recovery. Is this 3-part training, we focus on the six basic principles or pillars of Trauma Informed Care as outlined by the Centers for...
Drug Take Back Warwick Police Department
Drug Take Back at the Warwick Police Station