Dare County Department of Health & Human Services has individuals trained to provide the Youth Mental Health First Aid Program and Adult Mental Health First Aid Program. Mental Health First Aid is a globally-recognized, evidence-based program developed to teach people how to help an individual who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.

Mental Health First Aid can be helpful for anyone: Employers, Police Officers, Hospital Staff, First Responders, Teachers, Faith Leaders, Community Members, and Caring Individuals.

The course introduces common mental health challenges and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help individuals in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, adverse childhood experiences, substance use, psychosis and trauma.  Evidence-based professional, peer and self-help resources are provided.