Category Archives: Education Classes

Acknowledging their pain: Trauma-informed care helps foster, adoptive parents get to root of recovery

Posted on July 22, 2011 by ADMHN

Englewood, CO (July 19, 2011) – Reece Elliott had no idea that popping a tiny grape into his mouth would create such a reaction. But when the teenager’s seemingly innocent act launched his 5-year-old sister into a belly sob-filled tantrum, … Continue reading →

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You could change a life…or prevent a crisis

Posted on May 26, 2011 by ADMHN

What would you do if a friend suddenly seemed suicidal – and you were the only one around? What if your fellow worker appeared to be having hallucinations and frightening others? Could you help prevent a crisis until professional help … Continue reading →

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Mental Health First Aid Workshops

Posted on March 11, 2011 by ADMHN

When someone’s in trouble, it’s great to know how to help. This class teaches you how. It’s fascinating… If you want to know more about what the class is about, check out the recent article in the Castle Pines Connection … Continue reading →

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Nonprofit Offers Proven “Mental Health First Aid” Workshop

Posted on January 19, 2011 by ADMHN

Englewood, Colo. (Oct 1, 2010) — Using a rolled-up sheet of paper as a makeshift megaphone, Monica Lujan holds one end near Sylvia Ramey’s ear and whispers: “Don’t listen to him. Don’t trust him. He’s out to get you.” Lujan … Continue reading →

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