Older Person Mental Health First Aid Course (Two Days: 18th July/25th July)

📅 Thursday 18 July & Thursday 25 July | 🕤 9:30 AM – 5 PM

📍 Marrickville Pavilion, 313 Marrickville Road, Marrickville NSW 2204

Join us for this two-day Older Person Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) workshop, designed to build your skills in supporting older adults who may be experiencing mental health challenges.

Please arrive between 9:00 AM and 9:15 AM for a 9:30 AM start.

Facilitated by Jane Massa from the Towards Zero Suicide Initiative, Sydney Local District; this in-person training offers practical guidance in a supportive environment. Across two days, you will learn how to:

Recognise the signs and symptoms of mental health issues in older people

Provide initial support and connect them with appropriate services

Understand the unique mental health needs of older adults

What’s included:

• A copy of the Older Person MHFA Manual

• Eligibility to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider

• Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea are on us – both days!

Please arrive between 9:00 AM and 9:15 AM for a 9:30 AM start.

This workshop is suitable for volunteers who work with older adults, as well as individuals, community groups.

For more information, please contact:

📧 seniors@innerwest.nsw.gov.au