There's still time! Join MLA tomorrow for Community Collaborations: Mental Health First Aid, an interactive workshop designed to help library professionals provide effective services to patrons affected by mental illness. Friday, April 28, 2017 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Location: Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 Register Today!<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xsvNj2LgcW3pfazG7Xvbek7K44rdaEiGMcetPQqvlHMIjoJ_IMHMHtosW0Z0sIr7RGVzdqoaikNSyxvskKMzAGS0WFFWAsvcFTFESnk_ZYZ5aZht8lxmDeaV4KDX_L4YxfGtqlCQ5fTMzGp3cjGtlC3WEJHL20mQF-1BmicjkSaPBLypwe01XLHH0B3xiB36X9z7W6fgoy3K5x2mR3BljPtO3wxLh97yYaiHTH-ojKshrDVQPD1SwA-T4BfUl-W8hsbEAfeAwTFk1Jqk8DzfqQ3zVX3ynj27D05gN8L7dro=&c=E-AtQ1fEki1wB6_l7ya-R8-jy-3XkKEB-tg2DIj51_-VU6QS_d2aRQ==&ch=7yvwuolLSjfMAQb4gmtKDxwBixMBPLsCx6jeFucmpknv3FfnWX3qEQ==> The workshop will be divided into two concurrent sessions, one designed for those who work primarily with adults, and one for those who work specifically with youth. Participants will be provided with learning manuals, resources and referral information for patrons and families experiencing mental illness as well as a certificate of completion in Mental Health First Aid. During the registration process you will be prompted to select adult or youth training. Mental Health First Aid is a formal education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental illness. The training will give participants the skills to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health problem or experiencing a crisis. Studies show that individuals trained in the program: * Grow their knowledge of signs, symptoms and risk factors of mental illnesses and addictions. * Can identify multiple types of professional and self-help resources for individuals with a mental illness or addiction. * Increase their confidence in and likelihood to help an individual in distress. * Show increased mental wellness themselves. To learn more about Mental Health First Aid, visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org. Questions can be directed to MLA@milibraries.org<mailto:mla@milibraries.org> or 517-394-2774 Rachel Ash Communications and Membership Coordinator Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way Ste. 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: 517-394-2774 ext. 225 Fax: 517-394-2675 www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> Connect with us on social media: Facebook<facebook.com/michiganlibraryassociation> Twitter<twitter.com/mlaoffice> Instagram<instagram.com/michigan_library_association> [cid:image001.jpg@01D23421.3AF4C2D0]
