Training Opportunity Available for Family and Caregivers of Adults Receiving Services Within Section 12, 19, and 96 Programs

Nov 01, 2024

The Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS), in collaboration with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Maine, is excited to announce a virtual De-Escalation training opportunity scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

This training is available for caregivers providing care to Section 12, 19, and 96 members and the cost is free! Caregivers can include personal support staff, attendants, home health aides, nurses, or other natural and family supports.

De-escalation Training for Caregivers will help build understanding of the signs and impacts of someone who is escalated. This training offers tools and techniques to assist with de-escalating situations.

Please complete the survey to register for the training.

Registration is limited to 35 participants and the deadline to register is December 3, 2024.

For questions, email NAMI Maine or call 1-800-464-5767 x 2312.