{"id":22916,"date":"2025-10-01T15:16:25","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T20:16:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.grafik.mentalhealthfirstaid.org\/?page_id=22916"},"modified":"2025-10-29T14:27:49","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T19:27:49","slug":"older-adults","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/staging.grafik.mentalhealthfirstaid.org\/es\/individuals\/older-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health Training for Older Adults"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mental Health Training for Older Adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Older adults may be grieving, dealing with poor health or feeling isolated in their later years. Help them feel less alone with training that addresses the challenges they face.<\/h2>\n\n\n\nBuscar formaci\u00f3n<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\nFormar a un grupo<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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How Mental Health First Aid Helps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With over 20% of the population<\/a> now over age 65, it\u2019s more important than ever to support their mental wellbeing. Our evidence-based training helps you start the conversation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Strengthen Your Bond<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Learn what seniors are going through so you can respond with care and understanding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Communicate With Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gain skills to talk about mental health in a way that feels safe and supportive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Reduce Stigma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Help normalize seeking mental health care and guide older adults toward support.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Increase Mental Health Literacy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

23% of adults<\/a> (27.6 million) aged 50 or older have had a mental health condition or a substance use disorder in the past year. Learn the signs and how to find resources.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step in With an Effective Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Older adults are at a higher risk of overdose<\/a> and suicide<\/a> than younger adults. Know what to do with our proven MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Encourage Self-care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many older adults experience ageism and feel a lack of purpose<\/a>. Learn practical ways to build confidence and hope.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Encuentre un pr\u00f3ximo curso<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u00bfQuieres formaci\u00f3n para ti o para unos pocos?<\/p>\n\n\n\nBuscar cursos<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Solicitud para ense\u00f1ar en el MHFA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u00bfQuieres ense\u00f1ar el MHFA de adultos a personas de tu comunidad?<\/p>\n\n\n\nSABER M\u00c1S<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Formaci\u00f3n en grupo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trabaje con nuestro equipo para encontrar las opciones de formaci\u00f3n adecuadas para su grupo de 6 o m\u00e1s personas.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHable con nuestro equipo<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Who Should Take MHFA?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n