The Erie County Department of Mental Health (ECDMH) is delighted to host a monthly training series for anyone working in the system of care addressing mental health, substance use and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
The ECDMH collaborates with representatives from the mental health, substance use and intellectual/developmental disability provider communities to identify opportunities to support agencies, staff and support the retention of staff who deliver vital services.
Mark your calendar! Trainings will usually take place on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 12PM to 1PM. All sessions will take place in an online forum.
This is a true community collaborative and we are always looking for presenters to volunteer to share their expertise with our community!
Upcoming Sessions
The Erie County Department of Mental Health is delighted to host monthly online trainings to support agencies and staff involved in the Systems of Care serving the residents of Erie County.
"Building Brain Healthy Habits"
12pm-1pm
A one hour, interactive, evidence informed program focused on the Alzheimer’s Association’s 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain, with highlights from the U.S. POINTER study. Participants build a personalized brain healthy action plan during the session.
Presenter: Tanya Hernandez, Bilingual Program Manager, Alzheimer’s Association
"Trauma-Informed Practice and the Brief Trauma Questionnaire"
12pm-1pm
This training provides an overview of the Brief Trauma Questionnaire (BTQ), including its purpose, scope, and role in identifying lifetime exposure to traumatic events. Participants will learn about the range of traumatic experiences captured by the BTQ, trauma-informed administration of the tool, and interpreting BTQ responses to support clinical decision-making. The training will also discuss how to integrate the BTQ into behavioral health practice and clinical and ethical considerations.
Presenter: Dede Berdine, Hope of Erie County, Primary Care Research Institute, University at Buffalo
Check here often for upcoming sessions!