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Mental Health First Aid Classes Resume |
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News Release-for immediate release Jan 19th, 2012
Contact: Richard Dehnert 634-2236
Mental Health First Aid classes resume
Mental Health First Aid classes will resume at the Verde Valley Guidance Clinic, with the next class scheduled for Friday, January 27th and Friday, February 3rd. Hours for both days will be 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
The classes are free and are based on an international program designed to help individuals, first responders, family members and others understand mental illness and how to help persons suffering from various disorders. In Arizona alone, over 1,000 people have become Mental Health First Aiders since last January. Nationwide, more than 40,000 people have been trained through a network of 1,800 certified instructors since the program was introduced in the U.S. in 2008.
Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based program, which uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis, select interventions and provide initial help. The training also addresses the risk factors and warning signs of specific illnesses like anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and substance use disorders. Participants in the class will receive a booklet on Mental Health First Aid and a certificate naming them a mental health first aider.
The classes will be held at the Verde Valley Guidance Clinic’s Cottonwood location, 8 E. Cottonwood St. Space is limited so advance registration is required. Contact Sharon Stingerie at 634-2236 to register. |
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Don’t get dropped!
ATTENTION AHCCCS MEMBERS
AHCCCS has announced an enrollment freeze for adults without children. After July 1, 2011, no new adults without children will be accepted. Adults without children, who are currently enrolled in AHCCCS, will be able to continue enrollment, but will not be able to re-enter the program if they fail to renew on time, or if they fail to make required co-payments. When you receive your AHCCCS renewal notice, don’t delay. Don’t get dropped. We strongly encourage all AHCCCS members to renew coverage online at www.healthearizona.org. If you would like help with your renewal, visit
http://www.DontGetDroppedAZ.org for a list of groups that will assist you with your renewal.
To get your renewal date call (602) 542-9935 if your area code is 480, 602, 623 or call the (800) 352-8401 for all other area codes.
Don’t Get Dropped AZ is a joint campaign by Keogh Health Connection and the Arizona Association of Community Health Centers.
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Client Satisfaction Survey's are now updated - read here to see how Verde Valley Guidance Clinic rates overall in customer satisfaction.... |
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Welcome to Verde Valley Guidance Clinic |
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A message from the CEO 12/22/10
Welcome to the new Verde Valley Guidance Clinic website. As we launch this new site and begin a new year, it is important to reflect on the past as well as look forward to the future. As we celebrated our 45th anniversary, the Verde Valley Guidance Clinic, in spite of the well known State budget cuts, continued to provide the best possible behavioral health services to our consumers. The clinic now employs approximately 110 staff members and serves over 2,000 enrolled clients at our three locations in Cottonwood, Sedona, and Camp Verde.
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To offer to those we serve an opportunity for recovery through hope, empowerment, partnership, and compassion. |
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