Youth Mental Health First Aid: April 2026
Two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid training led by YMCA of WNC’s Maria Suarez builds practical skills to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect adolescents to appropriate help. Registration for both days is required for a three-year certificate.
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Skills-based Youth Mental Health First Aid training that prepares adults to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect teens to appropriate support for mental health and substance use challenges. Two-day required registration.
Skills-based Youth Mental Health First Aid training that prepares adults to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect teens to appropriate support for mental health and substance use challenges. Two-day required registration.
Skills-based Youth Mental Health First Aid training that prepares adults to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect teens to appropriate support for mental health and substance use challenges. Two-day required registration.
Interactive, skills-based training that helps caring adults spot signs of youth mental health challenges and practice supportive responses. Emphasizes confident, compassionate communication and knowing when to connect youth with appropriate help.
Interactive, skills-based training that helps caring adults spot signs of youth mental health challenges and practice supportive responses. Emphasizes confident, compassionate communication and knowing when to connect youth with appropriate help.
Interactive, skills-based training that helps caring adults spot signs of youth mental health challenges and practice supportive responses. Emphasizes confident, compassionate communication and knowing when to connect youth with appropriate help.
Hands-on Naloxone training teaching overdose recognition, intranasal naloxone administration, and core harm reduction practices, plus community resource updates from Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas at the Asheville wellness center.
Hands-on Naloxone training teaching overdose recognition, intranasal naloxone administration, and core harm reduction practices, plus community resource updates from Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas at the Asheville wellness center.
Hands-on Naloxone training teaching overdose recognition, intranasal naloxone administration, and core harm reduction practices, plus community resource updates from Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas at the Asheville wellness center.
Hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training teaching overdose recognition, response, and naloxone administration for community responders; free hybrid session led by Sunrise Recovery at AmeriHealth Caritas, suitable for neighbors and frontline staff.
Hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training teaching overdose recognition, response, and naloxone administration for community responders; free hybrid session led by Sunrise Recovery at AmeriHealth Caritas, suitable for neighbors and frontline staff.
Hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training teaching overdose recognition, response, and naloxone administration for community responders; free hybrid session led by Sunrise Recovery at AmeriHealth Caritas, suitable for neighbors and frontline staff.
Gentle therapeutic yoga led by a C-IAYT yoga therapist integrates 12 step recovery principles and breathing exercises to build coping skills for substance use and behavioral health concerns; beginner friendly and substance free.
Gentle therapeutic yoga led by a C-IAYT yoga therapist integrates 12 step recovery principles and breathing exercises to build coping skills for substance use and behavioral health concerns; beginner friendly and substance free.
Gentle therapeutic yoga led by a C-IAYT yoga therapist integrates 12 step recovery principles and breathing exercises to build coping skills for substance use and behavioral health concerns; beginner friendly and substance free.
Quiet, grounding sessions of guided meditation, breathwork, and gentle meditative movement. Facilitated peer support and reflective discussion cultivate practical tools for staying centered during stressful times.
Quiet, grounding sessions of guided meditation, breathwork, and gentle meditative movement. Facilitated peer support and reflective discussion cultivate practical tools for staying centered during stressful times.
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A facilitated climate justice listening circle centered on shared concerns about climate protections, democracy, and civil liberties. Gather for small-group discussion, mutual support, and community organizing connections at a wellness center.
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An hour-long instructor-led yoga session blending movement, guided meditation, and mindfulness practices at AmeriHealth Caritas NC Wellness and Opportunity Center; free drop-in class open to community members and beginners.
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One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
A supportive afternoon meetup for solo agers focused on peer connection, conversation, and community building in a wellness center setting. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing social support and relationship building.
A supportive afternoon meetup for solo agers focused on peer connection, conversation, and community building in a wellness center setting. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing social support and relationship building.
A supportive afternoon meetup for solo agers focused on peer connection, conversation, and community building in a wellness center setting. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing social support and relationship building.
Guided creative journal writing session using reflective prompts to explore mental health and wellness themes, led by Jean Rowe with NAMI and AmeriHealth Caritas; free registration includes supplied materials and lunch.
Guided creative journal writing session using reflective prompts to explore mental health and wellness themes, led by Jean Rowe with NAMI and AmeriHealth Caritas; free registration includes supplied materials and lunch.
Guided creative journal writing session using reflective prompts to explore mental health and wellness themes, led by Jean Rowe with NAMI and AmeriHealth Caritas; free registration includes supplied materials and lunch.
Warm coffeehouse-style conversation circle for Western North Carolina LGBTQIA2S+ adults age 50+, centered on connection and peer support. April’s meetup includes informal discussion plus early planning talk for a 2026 Pride celebration.
Warm coffeehouse-style conversation circle for Western North Carolina LGBTQIA2S+ adults age 50+, centered on connection and peer support. April’s meetup includes informal discussion plus early planning talk for a 2026 Pride celebration.
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One-hour monthly Zoom sessions delivering simple, trauma-informed resilience tools and community healing practices for WNC residents, scheduled first Fridays at noon; free registration provides a supportive space for better days.
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Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
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A free, open-to-all peer support circle for people living with dementia and those caring for loved ones. Gentle conversation and shared resources in a community setting, meeting the first and third Mondays from 6–7 p.m.
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A free, open-to-all peer support circle for people living with dementia and those caring for loved ones. Gentle conversation and shared resources in a community setting, meeting the first and third Mondays from 6–7 p.m.
Warm, welcoming postpartum circle for mothers with babies up to 12 months, creating a safe space to talk through real postpartum experiences and build community. Free drop in childcare is available for a child free hour to rest, reflect, and connect.
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Evidence-based overview of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and North Carolina childcare licensing requirements, combining risk-reduction strategies, safe-sleep guidance, and regulatory compliance for childcare providers in an in-person workshop.
Evidence-based overview of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and North Carolina childcare licensing requirements, combining risk-reduction strategies, safe-sleep guidance, and regulatory compliance for childcare providers in an in-person workshop.
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Celebrate new beginnings with a community baby shower providing gifts, support, and resource connections for expectant parents hosted by WellCare NC in a welcoming neighborhood space.
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