Coffee County Youth Coalition offers Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Matthew Crumley,

DOUGLAS, Ga. – The Coffee County Youth Coalition is helping the community learn how to make a difference in the lives of young people through a Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Thursday, November 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The full-day workshop will take place at The H-Building, 1020 Gaskin Avenue South in Douglas, and is open to parents, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, and community members who want to better understand and support youth facing mental health or substance use challenges.

Participants will learn how to:

  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health or substance use struggles in youth ages 12-18

  • Understand risk factors and warning signs

  • Respond with confidence and compassion

  • Connect youth with appropriate help and community resources

The training is free, but space is limited to just 30 participants, so early registration is encouraged.

To register, complete the online form here.

For more information, contact Bonita Blake at bblake@unisonbh.com or 912-548-5599, or Shealtiel Paulk at shealtiel.paulk@coffee.k12.ga.us or 912-389-6977.

This event is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as part of a $1,000,000 grant project.

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