Events

De-Escalation and Psychological First Aid Training

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Strong mental health support is vital for people recovering after a life-altering event. In this training, frontline staff will learn how to collect the necessary information from an individual who is struggling in order to rapidly assess their situation and get them the help they need quickly.

Speaker

  • Brian Pasqurell, LCSW Program Manager

    Connecticut Mental Health and Addiction Services

Brian Pasqurell

Brian Pasqurell, LCSW
Program Manager, Connecticut Mental Health and Addiction Services

 

 

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Hosted in partnership with

  • Alpha Community Services YMCA

    The Alpha Community Services YMCA, a Bridgeport area pioneer in providing services dedicated to the homeless, has been a branch of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA since 1992. The Alpha Community Services Y has grown and expanded its services, striving to provide not just temporary shelter but also a path to a better life for those experiencing homelessness – providing supportive services to over 400 clients each year.

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2-1-1 is the front door to the homeless response system.

If you, or someone you know, is at risk of having to leave their home and having nowhere to stay, please dial 2-1-1 and press Option 3 to speak with a 211 Housing Crisis Specialist (or call 1-800-203-1234). 

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