Mental Health First Aid

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Mental Health First Aiders are…

Teachers, first responders and veterans. They’re neighbors, parents and friends. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their community healthier, happier and safer for all.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge and help connect them to the appropriate care. This evidence-based training will teach you how to apply the ALGEE action plan:

  • Assess for risk of suicide or harm
  • Listen nonjudgmentally
  • Give reassurance and information
  • Encourage appropriate professional help
  • Encourage self-help and other support strategies

MHFA training is currently being offered for FREE due to support from grant funding. See the MHFA Events page for a complete list of trainings.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Use our toolkit to raise awareness about mental health, fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, make referrals and advocate for polices that support the individuals and families in our agricultural communities.

Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit (PDF)

Toolkit Digital flipbook

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Dial 988 for Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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Dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit 988lifeline.org.

Resources

QPR & Mental Health First Aid Training postcard (PDF)

Postcard providing information about training in Question, Persuade and Refer (QPR) and Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) so you can provide initial support for at-risk individuals in a mental health crisis.

Suicide-Proofing Your Home: A Guide to Keep Families Safe (PDF)

Brochure with steps you can take, and resources you can use, to make your home safe and prevent the chance of suicide.

You are not alone: Mental health and stress management resources for adolescent…

This two-sided postcard provides a quick reference for mental health and stress management resources for adolescents. Help is provided how you want it, when you need it - text, talk or web.

MO Ask Listen Refer suicide prevention training handout (PDF)

Ask Listen Refer (ALR) is an online suicide prevention training program that is available to ALL Missourians who want to learn more about warning signs, sample conversations and local resources. Use these guidelines from MO ALR to help those around you.

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