Weekly Seeking Safety Drop-in Group in Ogallala, NE.
2023-06-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-08-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Region II Human Services, 110 North Bailey, North Platte, NE, 69101, United States
Seeking Safety Drop in Group- Ogallala, NE.
Seeking Safety is a drop-in group to help people with PTSD, a history of trauma and /or a history of substance use/dependence attain safety. Adults 19 years of age and older can attend.
Seeking Safety is an evidence-based, present-focused curriculum designed to help people attain safety from PTSD and/or substance use. It is also helpful for those with a history of trauma but without a PTSD diagnosis. Safety is the overarching goal, with emphasis on helping people achieve safety in their relationships, thinking, behavior and emotions. There are a total of 25 different topics that can be attended in any order, as few or as many times as a person finds helpful.

Weekly Virtual Seeking Safety Drop-in Group.
2023-06-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-07-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-07-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-07-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-07-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-08-16 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual event via Zoom, NE, United States
VIRTUAL Seeking Safety Drop-in Group
Seeking Safety is a drop-in group to help people with PTSD, a history of trauma and /or a history of substance use/dependence attain safety. Adults 19 years of age and older can attend.
Seeking Safety is an evidence-based, present-focused curriculum designed to help people attain safety from PTSD and/or substance use. It is also helpful for those with a history of trauma but without a PTSD diagnosis. Safety is the overarching goal, with emphasis on helping people achieve safety in their relationships, thinking, behavior and emotions. There are a total of 25 different topics that can be attended in any order, as few or as many times as a person finds helpful.
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QPR Gatekeeper Training (Suicide Prevention)
2023-06-28 10:30 - 11:45 (America/Chicago) | Virtual event via Zoom, NE, United States
QPR Gatekeeper Training
June 28, 2023
WHAT IS QPR?
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer —three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. QPR saves lives by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training. QPR trains ordinary people to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and then to question, persuade, and refer someone for help.
We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.
WHAT’S A QPR GATEKEEPER?
A QPR Gatekeeper is anyone who can recognize warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide. QPR Gatekeepers include parents, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and others who can identify someone at risk of suicide and refer them to services that will help keep them safe for now.
Trained QPR Gatekeepers can:

Recognize the warning signs of suicide
Know how to offer hope
Know how to get help and save a life

ASK A QUESTION, SAVE A LIFE
Training sponsored by Region II Human Services
Date: Wednesday, June 28, 2023.
Location: Trainings will take place virtually by Zoom (link below).
Times: 10:30-11:45 am CST
NO COST TO ATTEND THE VIRTUAL TRAINING.
Please click on the link below to join the virtual training of your choice (registration is not required).
Topic: Virtual QPR Class 6/28/23
Time: Jun 28, 2023 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82124615111

Funding provided the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Region II Human Services.

Adult Mental Health First Aid Training- North Platte, NE.
2023-06-30 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago)
ADULT MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING
Mental Health First Aid is an international program proven to be effective. Peer-reviewed studies
published in Australia, where the program originated, 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.

Studies also show that the program reduces the social distance created by negative attitudes and perceptions of individuals with mental illnesses.
When: Friday, June 30, 2023
Time: 9:00am-4:30pm CT
Lunch 12-1pm (on your own)
Facilitators: Michelle Kohmetscher
Where: Mid-Plains Community College- WW Wood building (North Campus)
1101 Halligan Dr. Room # 202
North Platte, NE 69101
There is no registration fee to attend.
Sponsored by Region II Human Services & Mid-Plains Community College
REGISTRATION:
Please fill out the registration information on link below and email to shannonsell@localhost
Additional questions, please contact Shannon at 308-534-6029 ext. 208 or at shannonsell@localhost
CEU’s are not available for the training, but a certificate of completion will be available after the training.
Please register by Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Class size is limited.
Adult MHFA NP June 30 2023

Prime for Life- Drug & Alcohol Education Class
2023-07-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-08-05 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual event via Zoom, NE, United States
All classes provided via Zoom until further notice.
Classes will be held on the first Saturday of each month from 10:00 am–4:00 pm (Central Time) until further notice. (Date/time subject to change due to schedule conflict or Holidays). Classes in July and December will be the following dates: July 8, 2023, and December 9, 2023.
To register, please call Shannon at 308-529-0595
Requirements for virtual classes:

Participants will be required to have a computer/tablet or phone with camera & speaker and will be required to actively participate in the class. If they do not have this capability, they will not be able to register for the class. Classes will be held from 10-4pm (Central Time).
Participants will be emailed a Zoom link with instructions 2 days prior to class. Participants must complete a pretest before scheduled class time starts. A posttest, survey and evaluation must be completed after the class in order to receive a certificate of completion.
A certificate of completion will be emailed to each participant once the required course work has been completed.

Registration for each class will close 5 days prior to the scheduled class date. Payment for the class must be received at least 5 days in advance. Acceptable payments- personal check, money order, cashier’s check or credit card payment.
*Class fee is $120.00 (A digital workbook is included in the price).
*Classes need to have a minimum number of participants. If the minimum number is not met, participants will be notified before class regarding cancellation and rescheduled. A limit of 15 participants per class.
Participants must be at least 14 years old to attend the class.
This class is offered FREE to parents, guardians or spouses wishing to sit in with the participant.
For more information on Prime for Life, please click on the link below.
What Is Prime For Life

QPR Gatekeeper Training (Suicide Prevention)
2023-07-12 10:30 - 11:45 (America/Chicago) | Virtual event via Zoom, NE, United States
QPR Gatekeeper Training
July 12, 2023
WHAT IS QPR?
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer —three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. QPR saves lives by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training. QPR trains ordinary people to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and then to question, persuade, and refer someone for help.
We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.
WHAT’S A QPR GATEKEEPER?
A QPR Gatekeeper is anyone who can recognize warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide. QPR Gatekeepers include parents, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and others who can identify someone at risk of suicide and refer them to services that will help keep them safe for now.
Trained QPR Gatekeepers can:

Recognize the warning signs of suicide
Know how to offer hope
Know how to get help and save a life

ASK A QUESTION, SAVE A LIFE
Training sponsored by Region II Human Services
Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Location: Trainings will take place virtually by Zoom (link below).
Times: 10:30-11:45 am CST
NO COST TO ATTEND THE VIRTUAL TRAININGS.
Please click on the link below to join the virtual training of your choice (registration is not required).
Topic: Virtual QPR class on 7/12/23
Time: Jul 12, 2023 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85472309865

Funding provided the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Behavioral Health and Region II Human Services.

Mental Health First Aid training for Law Enforcment/First Responders in Lexington, NE.
2023-07-21 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Central Community College- Lexington, NE. Campus, 1501 Plum Creek Parkway , Lexington, NE., NE, 68850, United States
Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety Training
Mental Health First Aid is an international program proven to be effective. Peer-reviewed studies published in Australia, where the program originated.
WHAT IT COVERS • Defusing crises. • Promoting mental health literacy. • Combating stigma of mental illness. • Enabling early intervention through recognition of signs and symptoms. • Connecting people to care.

WHO CAN BE A MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AIDER?
· Law enforcement
· Corrections officers
· Other first responders
· 911 Dispatch Staff
· Human resources professionals
· Business leaders
· Nurses and other primary care workers
· School and college workers
· Faith community leaders

Studies also show that the program reduces the social distance created by negative attitudes and perceptions of individuals with mental illnesses.
When: Friday, July 21, 2023
Time: 9:00am-4:30 CST
Lunch 12-1pm (on your own)
Where: Central Community College
1501 Plum Creek Parkway
Lexington, NE 68850
Sponsored by Region II Human Services & Central Community College, Lexington Center
There is no registration fee to attend.
REGISTRATION:
Please fill out the registration information from the link below and send to Olympia Johnson at olympiajohnson@cccneb.edu or call 1-308-324-8480. 23/NC AVOR 9000 CLE11.
Additional questions, please call Shannon at 308-529-0595 or shannonsell@localhost
Please register by Wednesday, July 19, 2023.
Public Service MHFA July 21 2023- Lexington

NO Virtual Seeking Safety Class on Aug. 2nd.
2023-08-02 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Sorry for any inconvenience, but there will not be a Virtual Seeking Safety class today. Please plan on attending next week.
