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University of Florida - Brevard County Extension
3695 Lake Drive
Cocoa, FL 32926
http://brevard.ifas.ufl.edu
Office: (321) 633-1702
Fax: (321) 633-1890
Uf/Brevard County Extension Services Office
Halley Heribacka
Family and Consumer Sciences Program Assistant
(321) 633-1702
Hheribacka@ufl.edu
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:28 PM

Adult Mental Health First Aid Course in Titusville!



BREVARD COUNTY, FL. –Mental health is a critical part of overall well-being, and now more than ever, communities need informed and compassionate individuals who can offer support. UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County is proud to offer the Adult Mental Health First Aid course. 

Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 9 AM–4 PM at Palm Point Behavioral Health in Titusville. Whether you’re a city staff member, community volunteer, teacher, or simply someone who cares about others, this class equips you with the tools to strengthen our community’s well-being.

This evidence-based training is designed for anyone who wants to learn how to assist adults experiencing mental health challenges, crises, or substance use disorders. Participants will gain the skills and confidence to recognize signs of mental health concerns, provide initial help, and guide individuals to professional resources.

What You Will Learn:

  • How to identify signs and symptoms of common mental health challenges.
  • Five-step action plan (ALGEE) to respond to mental health situations.
  • Local resources and support systems available in Brevard County.

Who Should Attend: This course is ideal for community members, educators, first responders, healthcare workers, faith leaders, and anyone interested in making a positive impact on mental health in their community.

Course Details:

  • Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
  • Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Location: Palm Point Behavioral Health, 2355 Truman Scarborough Way, Titusville, FL 32796
  • Cost: starts at $65.00 per person.

Due to limited space, pre-registration is required by 5:00 PM on October 31st. Register online at: https://loom.ly/L2ih2xE

For any inquiries regarding this event, please do not hesitate to contact the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County office at (321) 633-1702 or email brevard@ifas.ufl.edu

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact the UF/IFAS Brevard County Extension Office at Brevard@IFAS.UFL.edu or (321) 633-1702 at least 2 weeks in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.