Virtual QPR Training Suicide Prevention Training for Farmers and Farm Families Cost: Free Date: March 20, 2025 Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM CT Over the last decade, farmers and farm families have experienced increasing pressures resulting in high levels of stress, mental health issues, and deaths by suicide. QPR training teaches laypeople and professionals […]
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Learn the three steps anyone can take to help prevent suicide. Just like CPR, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis and can save lives. QPR is the most widely taught gatekeeper training program in the United States, and more than one million adults have been trained in classroom […]
The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection, and joy, but it can also bring a fair share of stress and overwhelming feelings. From juggling social commitments to managing financial pressures, the demands of the season can feel daunting. With the right strategies, however, you can navigate the holidays with ease and focus on […]
From Mental Health First Aid on October 25, 2024 To say 2024 has been challenging is an understatement. News cycles filled with natural disasters and stories of war make it easy to feel like we can’t catch a break. On top of that, a presidential election. This election cycle feels unique: The stakes feel higher, […]
A lot of great information, training, and resources from the Regional Prevention Coordinator. Please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested. Trainings/Webinars Strength in Connection: Fostering Belonging for Youth and Communities – Tuesday, October 1, 10:00a – 11:30a. FREE. Virtual. If you are unable to attend ‘live’ and would like […]
How is postpartum depression different from “baby blues”? “Baby blues” is a term used to describe mild and short-lasting mood changes and feelings of worry, unhappiness, and exhaustion that many women experience in the first 2 weeks after giving birth. Babies require around-the-clock care, so it’s normal for new mothers to feel tired or overwhelmed […]
It can be helpful to take mini breaks throughout the day. This can help manage general stress and potentially even increase productivity. Just take a few minutes to detach from the pressures of work or school and your expectations throughout the day. Here are some tips to help you get started with self-care: ✅Eat a […]
Workshops for Caregivers Knowledge, Skills and Tools to achieve a balanced lifestyle First Thursday of the month from 1:00-2:30 pm at the Princeton Civic Center Caregiver Essentials | Thursday, November 2 Understand the impact of providing care for an older adult Help create balance Become aware of community resources Caregiving Through the Holidays | Thursday, […]
5 simple ways for calming and refocusing when anxious or negative thoughts surge through your mind. Anxiety and anxiety disorder is the most common mental health issue affecting 40 million adults in the US. About half of adults with depression also have anxiety issues. Anxiety and anxiety disorders come in many forms and can be […]
Anxiety Disorders Around 40 million Americans live with an anxiety disorder, which is more than the occasional worry or fear. For a person with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time. For many, anxiety symptoms are temporary and end when worrisome events are over or with better […]