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New Story: Marco’s story

We have a new story on our stories page!

“I became aware of my possible depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder in high school…Once I allowed myself to be vulnerable with the universe, and more specifically my therapist, I noticed gradual changes in my psyche…”

Click this link to read more of Marco’s story

G.M.’s Mad Scientist Monster

G.M.’s Monster – Gavin, a new member to our Young Adult Connection group created his monster, inspired by Toby Allen’s illustrations of mental illnesses. Although Gavin did not explain what his monster represents to him, we can all say his monster looks a bit like a mad scientist. Gavin will be returning to college this fall…so it is very fitting!

Art by Gavin

Mental Health First Aid Oct.26 & 27

This is a A free Mental Health First Aid course, which will be offered through Greenwich Hospital at their Rye Brook (NY) location on Oct 26 & 27. 

Key Focus:

  • The prevalence of mental illnesses in the U.S.
  • The potential warning signs of the most common mental health disorders.
  • A 5 step action plan to assist an individual in crisis.
  • Resources available to help someone with a mental health problem.

MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS!

 

Sponsored by the Community Health Improvement Partnership

Free, but “must register” by calling 203.863.4444 (Limited Space)

Facilitated by Judith Stonger, MA, CPP, CARC – Vice President of Prevention, Wellness and Recovery at Wheeler Clinic

 

SafeTALK and ASIST training

2 opportunities to learn skills to prevent or intervene in suicide coming up in September (suicide prevention month, as well as Recovery Month).

SafeTALK – September 1st in the evening (5:30-8:45pm) in Norwalk – $30/pp

ASIST – September 22 & 23 – two-day suicide intervention training in Stratford – $250/pp – CEUs available for certain professions

For inquiries or to register please contact transformativetrainings@gmail.com

Please see more information and the dates below:

SEPTEMBER IS SUICDE PREVENTION MONTH Upcoming workshops:

September 1, 2016, 5:30pm-8:45pm
Location: 1 Park St. Norwalk, CT
To register or inquire Email—transformativetrainingsgogmail.com Phone- (203)208-6511
Course see $30.00
Minimum 12 participants, Maximum 30

There are many reasons to live. Help others find theirs. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is the world’s leading suicide intervention workshop. ASIST is founded on the principle that everyone can make a difference in preventing suicide.

SEPT 22-23, 2016 TIME: 8:30-am 4:30pm
LOCATION: 468 Birdseye St, Stratford $250/pp,
CEUs available for certain professions Inquiries/registration: transformativetrainings@gmail.com