Youth Mental Health First Aid: July 2026
Two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid course teaching adults how to recognize warning signs, respond to crises, and connect teens to professional care for mental health and substance use challenges. Registration required for both days.
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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.

Beginner friendly yoga therapy blended with 12 step recovery tools to calm the mind, ease physical tension, and build coping skills. A substance free, supportive morning space for anyone impacted by substance use, disordered eating, or behavioral health concerns.

Beginner friendly yoga therapy blended with 12 step recovery tools to calm the mind, ease physical tension, and build coping skills. A substance free, supportive morning space for anyone impacted by substance use, disordered eating, or behavioral health concerns.
Beginner friendly yoga therapy blended with 12 step recovery tools to calm the mind, ease physical tension, and build coping skills. A substance free, supportive morning space for anyone impacted by substance use, disordered eating, or behavioral health concerns.

A free hour-long yoga session blending gentle movement, guided meditation, and mindfulness practices led by a local instructor. Expect a calm, community-focused atmosphere centered on stress relief and body awareness.

A free hour-long yoga session blending gentle movement, guided meditation, and mindfulness practices led by a local instructor. Expect a calm, community-focused atmosphere centered on stress relief and body awareness.
A free hour-long yoga session blending gentle movement, guided meditation, and mindfulness practices led by a local instructor. Expect a calm, community-focused atmosphere centered on stress relief and body awareness.

Gentle breathwork, guided meditative movement, and seated meditation combine with peer-supported discussion to cultivate emotional steadiness and spiritual grounding; accessible practices and encouragement welcome seekers of all experience levels in a community wellness setting.

Gentle breathwork, guided meditative movement, and seated meditation combine with peer-supported discussion to cultivate emotional steadiness and spiritual grounding; accessible practices and encouragement welcome seekers of all experience levels in a community wellness setting.
Gentle breathwork, guided meditative movement, and seated meditation combine with peer-supported discussion to cultivate emotional steadiness and spiritual grounding; accessible practices and encouragement welcome seekers of all experience levels in a community wellness setting.

Hands-on naloxone instruction and harm reduction basics with community context, questions, and local overdose trend discussion; free quarterly noon training available both in-person and via Zoom for public safety and outreach.

Hands-on naloxone instruction and harm reduction basics with community context, questions, and local overdose trend discussion; free quarterly noon training available both in-person and via Zoom for public safety and outreach.
Hands-on naloxone instruction and harm reduction basics with community context, questions, and local overdose trend discussion; free quarterly noon training available both in-person and via Zoom for public safety and outreach.
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.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.
After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

Monthly free in person networking for local businesses and professionals focused on connection, collaboration, and growth, drawing about 35 to 50 attendees at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness and Opportunity Center.

Monthly free in person networking for local businesses and professionals focused on connection, collaboration, and growth, drawing about 35 to 50 attendees at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness and Opportunity Center.
Monthly free in person networking for local businesses and professionals focused on connection, collaboration, and growth, drawing about 35 to 50 attendees at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness and Opportunity Center.

Interactive seven-hour professional development workshop teaching practical, research-based tools for leading teams through stress, preventing burnout, and building resilience; tailored for WNC professionals with hands-on strategies and peer learning.

Interactive seven-hour professional development workshop teaching practical, research-based tools for leading teams through stress, preventing burnout, and building resilience; tailored for WNC professionals with hands-on strategies and peer learning.
Interactive seven-hour professional development workshop teaching practical, research-based tools for leading teams through stress, preventing burnout, and building resilience; tailored for WNC professionals with hands-on strategies and peer learning.

A supportive, expert guided session for caregivers navigating menopause, with practical strategies for stress, boundaries, and day to day care decisions. Designed as a pause point to learn coping tools and connect with others in the same terrain.

A supportive, expert guided session for caregivers navigating menopause, with practical strategies for stress, boundaries, and day to day care decisions. Designed as a pause point to learn coping tools and connect with others in the same terrain.
A supportive, expert guided session for caregivers navigating menopause, with practical strategies for stress, boundaries, and day to day care decisions. Designed as a pause point to learn coping tools and connect with others in the same terrain.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Community yoga class at ACNC Wellness & Opportunity Center featuring breathwork, meditation and Vinyasa, Yin and alignment instruction by Carrie Myers in a calm, air-conditioned space with water provided. Serves community members and families; parking is in Upper PA.

Community yoga class at ACNC Wellness & Opportunity Center featuring breathwork, meditation and Vinyasa, Yin and alignment instruction by Carrie Myers in a calm, air-conditioned space with water provided. Serves community members and families; parking is in Upper PA.
Community yoga class at ACNC Wellness & Opportunity Center featuring breathwork, meditation and Vinyasa, Yin and alignment instruction by Carrie Myers in a calm, air-conditioned space with water provided. Serves community members and families; parking is in Upper PA.

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.
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.

Foundational Reiki Level I training focused on hands on energy healing, self treatment, and working with others in a yoga studio setting. Expect guided instruction, practice time, and take home techniques for everyday stress relief and balance.

Foundational Reiki Level I training focused on hands on energy healing, self treatment, and working with others in a yoga studio setting. Expect guided instruction, practice time, and take home techniques for everyday stress relief and balance.
Foundational Reiki Level I training focused on hands on energy healing, self treatment, and working with others in a yoga studio setting. Expect guided instruction, practice time, and take home techniques for everyday stress relief and balance.

Welcoming online hangout for LGBTQ+ young people ages 17–24 to connect, share experiences, and talk about mental health and wellbeing in a supportive peer space. Focuses on community and conversation rather than crisis services.

Welcoming online hangout for LGBTQ+ young people ages 17–24 to connect, share experiences, and talk about mental health and wellbeing in a supportive peer space. Focuses on community and conversation rather than crisis services.
Welcoming online hangout for LGBTQ+ young people ages 17–24 to connect, share experiences, and talk about mental health and wellbeing in a supportive peer space. Focuses on community and conversation rather than crisis services.
Hands-on vegan cooking instruction centered on food as medicine, led by certified health coach and longtime vegan Sharon Asselta. Expect practical, health-focused recipes and nutrition guidance in a supportive wellness-center classroom setting.
Hands-on vegan cooking instruction centered on food as medicine, led by certified health coach and longtime vegan Sharon Asselta. Expect practical, health-focused recipes and nutrition guidance in a supportive wellness-center classroom setting.
Hands-on vegan cooking instruction centered on food as medicine, led by certified health coach and longtime vegan Sharon Asselta. Expect practical, health-focused recipes and nutrition guidance in a supportive wellness-center classroom setting.

Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.

Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.
Hands on metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication for youth 9 to 13, focusing on sawing, forming, polishing, and basic soldering in a supervised Torched AVL studio camp that emphasizes creativity and tool safety.

Peer-led online support for people navigating eating disorder recovery, facilitated by licensed therapists and registered dietitians; sessions focus on mutual support, coping strategies, and nutritional guidance. Register via avl.mx/es6.

Peer-led online support for people navigating eating disorder recovery, facilitated by licensed therapists and registered dietitians; sessions focus on mutual support, coping strategies, and nutritional guidance. Register via avl.mx/es6.
Peer-led online support for people navigating eating disorder recovery, facilitated by licensed therapists and registered dietitians; sessions focus on mutual support, coping strategies, and nutritional guidance. Register via avl.mx/es6.