Mental Health and the ACA

Mental Health America of Colorado has created a detailed summary of the implications of the Affordable Health Care Act on mental health in Colorado.  View it online.

Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health America of Colorado is sponsoring a Mental Health First Aid Certification Course, spread over four Thursdays in May and June. Mental Health First Aid is a ground-breaking prevention program being implemented around the U.S. and the world that research has shown reduces stigma, enhances behavioral health literacy, and improves behavioral health.

When

• DAY ONE: Thursday, May 24th 2012 4:00 - 7:00pm
• DAY TWO: Thursday, May 31st 2012 4:00 - 7:00pm
• DAY THREE: Thursday, June 7th 2012 4:00 - 7:00pm
• DAY FOUR: Thursday, June 14th 2012 4:00 - 7:00pm

Where

• Mental Health America of Colorado
  1385 South Colorado Blvd.
  Building A, Suite 610
  Denver, Colorado 80222
  720-208-2239

Tuition for this course is $60. Payment is due by the first day of the course.
 > Click here to register

Behavioral Health Care Workforce Summit August 4th

Thursday, August 4 ~ 8:30am-4:30pm

PPA Event Center   2105 Decatur St., Denver, CO 80211

Think you have something to say about our behavioral health care workforce? Then register now for Mental Health America of Colorado's upcoming INTERACTIVE Summit! Learn about projects from around the state, but most importantly, come be a part of the discussion to shape the future of our workforce!  To see the detailed agenda for the day, please click here.  Highlights will include: Dennis Mohatt, member of The Annapolis Coalition on the National Behavioral Health Workforce Steering Committee and Director of WICHE's Mental Health Program, will discuss national trends;  The emerging role of consumers and families in mental health care; Networking with state departments, behavioral health providers, advocacy groups, community health organizations, consumer and individuals in recovery and their familes; Innovative programs and ideas around integration and training in Colorado!