# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Youth Mental Health First Aid - October 29 & 30
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 30 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Poe Center, in partnership with Johnston County Public Library,  is excited to present Youth Mental Health First Aid!About this EventYouth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Please join us on:Date: October 29 & October 30, 2026 (must attend both sessions to be certified)Time: 10:00 am - 2:00pm Location: Johnston County Public Library305 E market St | Smithfield NC, 27577RSVP requiredFood will be provided.We are limited to 30 participants. Sign up today to reserve your spot. If the session is full, we will contact you and let you know that we have added you to a waiting list and you will also be notified first of any upcoming sessions.F or any questions about the program, please email Jessica Fowler at j.fowler@poehealth.org
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/smithfield/youth-mental-health-first-aid-october-29-and-30/100001998249925318
- **Event Categories**: fitness, health-wellness, Contests, Workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Smithfield
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield
- **lat**: 35.5114623
- **long**: -78.345591
- **full address**: Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield, 305 East Market Street, Smithfield, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Youth Mental Health First Aid - October 29 & 30 being held?
  - **A:** Youth Mental Health First Aid - October 29 & 30 takes place on Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 30 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Public Library of Johnston County & Smithfield, 305 East Market Street, Smithfield, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Youth Mental Health First Aid - October 29 & 30?
  - **A:** Youth Mental Health First Aid - October 29 & 30 is organized by Alice Aycock Poe Center for Health Education.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Youth Mental Health First Aid - October 29 & 30 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Smithfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Youth Mental Health First Aid - October 29 & 30 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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