Join the Psychological First Aid Team

The Psychological First Aid Team of Bainbridge Prepares is seeking new members to join its team. No previous mental health training is needed, only a willingness to assist your fellow islanders in the event of a crisis situation.The goal of Psychological First Aid is to promote safety, connectedness, and self-empowerment for the citizens of Bainbridge Island to calmly care for themselves and others in the event of a disaster or crisis. PFA helps individuals remain resilient in all sorts of stressful situations.PFA can be provided regardless of the role you play in a disaster response. It is a useful skill for all Map Your Neighborhood participants, Bainbridge Prepares teams, and anyone who may be helping out during a difficult time.A YouTube video introduction to PFA is available on the Bainbridge Prepares PFA team page and additional information on the subject can be found at National Child Traumatic Stress Network.A full online training that provides certification in PFA can be found at: Johns Hopkins PFA Training.If you have an interest, please contact linda.semlitz@gmail.com.