Mental Health Promotion & Prevention
The Linn County Prevention Program is part of a regional mental health promotion and mental illness prevention project. Regional partners include IHN-CCO, Benton County Health Department and Lincoln County Health Department. Current outreach includes Mental Health First Aid classes (Youth & Adult) and "Question. Persuade. Refer." (QPR) suicide prevention trainings.
For more information e-mail prevention@linncountyhealth.org or call 541-967-3819.
In an effort to promote mental wellness and prevent suicide in our community, the Linn County Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Program offers the following trainings.
Mental Health First Aid for Adults
Mental Health First Aid for Adults teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges or crisis in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary. For information on currently scheduled Mental Health First Aid trainings, please visit our Training Opportunities page.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring adults how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. For information on currently scheduled Mental Health First Aid trainings, please visit our Training Opportunities page.
"Question, Persuade, Refer" (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training
"Question, Persuade, Refer" (QPR) are three steps anyone can take to prevent suicide. QPR training provides practical, proven techniques to empower anyone to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know. If you are interested in attending a QPR class or scheduling one for your organization, please e-mail prevention@linncountyhealth.org or call 541-967-3819.
