No in-person classes until further notice.
Bulletin Board
Seeking Safety
Seeking Safety is a drop-in group to help people with PTSD, a history of trauma and /or a history of substance abuse/dependence attain safety. ANYONE CAN ATTEND THE DROP IN GROUPS.
Seeking Safety is an evidence-based, present-focused curriculum designed to help people attain safety from PTSD and/or substance abuse. It is also helpful for those with a history of trauma but without a PTSD diagnosis. Safety is the overarching goal, with emphasis on helping people achieve safety in their relationships, thinking, behavior and emotions. There are a total of 25 different topics that can be attended in any order, as few or as many times as a person finds helpful.
Please Note: No in-person classes until further notice.
Lexington
Heartland Clinic, 307 East 5th St., Lexington, NE. 308-324-6754
Adult Drop In Group - 12-1:00pm on Wednesdays (Females 18 years and up only).
North Platte
Frontier House - 114 South Chestnut, North Platte, NE 308-532-4730
Please call 308-532-4730 and leave a message to sign up for conference calling.
Adult Drop In Group - (18 years and up only) seeking safety class will begin on November 7, 2019 on Thursdays at 10:45 am.
Ogallala
Heartland Clinic, 401 West 1st, Ogallala, NE 308-284-6767
Please call 308-284-6767 for information on how to sign up for conference calling.
Adult Drop In Group - 12:00-1:00PM MT on Wednesdays.
Alcohol & Drug Education Classes
Prime for Life is an evidence-based program designed to provide information that will help each person reduce the risk for any type of alcohol or drug problem. It will help people understand and accept the need to make helpful changes.
*Class fee is $120.00 (A digital workbook is included in the price.)
*Classes need to have a minimum number of participants. If the minimum number is not met, participants will be notified before class regarding cancellation and rescheduled.
Please Note: No in-person classes until further notice.
All classes will be done via Zoom.
Pre-registration is required. Participants must be at least 14 years old to attend the class.
This class is offered FREE to parent(s) or guardian(s) who have youth attending the class.
Saturdays 10:00 am–4:00 pm (Central Time)
To register, please call Shannon at 308-534-0595 or call any of our Heartland Counseling offices:
North Platte - 308-534-6029
Ogallala - 308-284-6767
McCook - 308-345-2770
Lexington - 308-324-6754
- June 20, 2020
- June 18, 2020
- August 1, 2020
- September 5, 2020
- October 3, 2020
- November 7, 2020
- December 5, 2020
Men's Peer Support Groups
2020 Schedule
Groups are at Heartland Counseling Offices at 5:30 pm local time.
Due to COVID-19, there are no in-person classes until further notice.
**Dates subject to change.
Please call Corey at 308-340-2406 with questions.
North Platte
Mondays 5:30 PM Central Time.
January 6, 2020
January 20, 2020
February 3, 2020
February 17, 2020
March 2, 2020
March 16, 2020
March 30, 2020
April 13, 2020
April 27, 2020
May 11, 2020
No Group May 25, 2020 - Holiday
June 8, 2020
June 22, 2020
July 6, 2020
July 20, 2020
August 3, 2020
August 17, 2020
August 31, 2020
September 14, 2020
September 28, 2020
October 12, 2020
October 26, 2020
November 9, 2020
November 23, 2020
December 7, 2020
December 21, 2020
Lexington
Mondays 5:30 pm Central Time
January 13, 2020
January 27, 2020
February 10, 2020
February 24, 2020
March 9, 2020
March 23, 2020
April 6, 2020
April 20, 2020
May 4, 2020
May 18, 2020
June 1, 2020
June 15, 2020
June 29, 2020
July 13, 2020
July 27, 2020
August 10, 2020
August 24, 2020
No Group September 7, 2020 - Holiday
September 21, 2020
October 5, 2020
October 19, 2020
November 2, 2020
November 16, 2020
November 30, 2020
December 14, 2020
December 28, 2020
**Dates subject to change.
Please call Corey at 308-340-2406 with questions.
McCook
Wednesdays 5:30 pm Central Time
No Group January 1, 2020 - Holiday
January 15, 2020
January 29, 2020
February 12, 2020
February 26, 2020
March 11, 2020
March 25, 2020
April 8, 2020
April 22, 2020
May 6, 2020
May 20, 2020
June 3, 2020
June 17, 2020
July 1, 2020
July 15, 2020
July 29, 2020
August 12, 2020
August 26, 2020
September 9, 2020
September 23, 2020
October 7, 2020
October 21, 2020
November 4, 2020
November 18, 2020
December 2, 2020
December 16, 2020
December 30, 2020
**Dates subject to change.
Please call Corey at 308-340-2406 with questions.
Ogallala
Wednesdays 5:30 PM Mountain Time:
January 8, 2020
January 22, 2020
February 5, 2020
February 19, 2020
March 4, 2020
March 18, 2020
April 1, 2020
April 15, 2020
April 29, 2020
May 13, 2020
May 27, 2020
June 10, 2020
June 24, 2020
July 8, 2020
July 22, 2020
August 5, 2020
August 19, 2020
September 2, 2020
September 16, 2020
September 30, 2020
October 14, 2020
October 28, 2020
November 11, 2020
November 25, 2020
December 9, 2020
December 23, 2020
Psychological First Aid Training
Nebraska Psychological First Aid Training (PFA) in North Platte, NE
The purpose of the Nebraska psychological first aid program is to equip natural helpers to provide psychological support to survivors of critical events (e.g. disasters, conflicts, accidents, etc.). It is segmented into seven modules, each addressing critical skills that can make an immediate and lasting impact on a person’s psychological health following a crisis: 1) Psychological Support; 2) Stress and Coping; 3) Supportive Communication; 4) Promoting Community Self-Help; 5) Populations with Functional Needs; 6) Helping the Helper; and 7) De-escalation.
The PFA acknowledges the seriousness of the experience of danger and the increased feelings of vulnerability that often follow the immediate aftermath of a traumatic event, crisis, or natural disaster. Trained facilitators will be able to provide PFA Training in their communities to meet the needs of local citizens.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Check below for Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
ADULT Mental Health First Aid is an international program proven to be effective. Peer-reviewed studies published in Australia, where the program originated, show that individuals trained in the program:
• Grow their knowledge of signs, symptoms and risk factors of mental illnesses and addictions.
• Can identify multiple types of professional and self-help resources for individuals with a mental illness or addiction.
• Increase their confidence in and likelihood to help an individual in distress.
• Show increased mental wellness themselves.
Studies also show that the program reduces the social distance created by negative attitudes and perceptions of individuals with mental illnesses.
No classes are offered at this time. Please check back with us for future dates.
Parenting: Circle of Security Parenting Series
At times, all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security® parenting program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Learning Objectives of the Training:
• Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
• Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
• Enhance the development of your child's self esteem
• Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
“If you are looking for a practical, wise, science-based, and accessible guide to creating the kind of attachment your child needs to optimize development, you’ve come to the right place!”
“Attachment research has shown that those children who are fortunate to develop what is called ‘secure’ attachment are most likely to grow into caring, thoughtful, reflective, emotionally and socially intelligent, resilient individuals who thrive.”
COS-P is not just another program. It is a dynamic process for building
You’re not alone. Sometimes it’s hard to tell what your child needs, what her behaviors mean and if you’re doing right by him. Imagine what it might feel like if you could make sense of what your child is really asking from you.
Circle of Security™ Parenting is an opportunity to join other parents just like you, for an 8-week class where you’ll learn to:
• Strengthen your relationship with your child
• Be present with your child during the best and toughest of times
• Recognize your child’s needs and make sense of his or her behavior
• Meet your child’s needs by being bigger, stronger, wiser and kind
Who should attend:
Parents, newly expecting parents, caregivers, foster parents, guardians, adoptive parents and daycare providers
English and Spanish classes offered.
No classes are offered at this time. Please check back with us for future dates.
QPR For Suicide Prevention
Question, Persuade, & Refer
QPR is not intended to be a form of counseling or treatment.
QPR is intended to offer hope through positive action.
QPR is intended to teach those who are in a position to recognize the warning signs, clues and suicidal communications of people in trouble to ACT vigorously to prevent a possible tragedy.
Suicide Prevention Gatekeepers
A gatekeeper is anyone trained to recognize a suicide crisis and, because of their training, knows how and where to find help.
Why QPR for Suicide Prevention Gatekeepers?
QPR gatekeeper training only takes 1.5- 2hours and is taught in a format that is clear and concise. Gatekeepers are given information that is easy to understand and reinforced by a QPR booklet and card complete with warning signs, methods to encourage a person to get help and a list of resources available in your community.
Who Teaches QPR Gatekeepers?
QPR was created and developed by Paul Quinnett, Ph.D. of Spokane, Washington. Dr. Quinnett began a QPR Instructor Certification Program to allow qualified candidates to teach QPR and increase the number of gatekeepers trained to act in a bold and positive manner to prevent a suicide and save a life.
ASK A QUESTION, SAVE A LIFE
If an agency or community would like to host a training FREE of charge, please contact Shannon at 308-534-6029 ext. 152.
Client Surveys
2018 Client Survey Results
Heartland Counseling - Outpatient
Day Rehab – Frontier House
Day Support – Frontier House & Pioneer House
Community Support – Mental Health
Community Support – Substance Abuse
Emergency Support Services
Aiding Recovering Moms
Housing Voucher Program
Youth Care Coordination
Total given out: 642
Total returned: 633
Return Rate: 98.6%
Prescription Drug Drop Off for Unused & Outdated Prescriptions
Community Connections is a local Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition2
Community Connections is a local Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition that Region II contracts with.
“Help Prevent Prescription DRUG ABUSE- Bring your un-used and outdated prescriptions to The Platte River Mall (inside the Main Entrance) on the 3rd Saturday of Every Month from 11-1:00pm.
*For more information Contact: Community Connections at 308-696-3358 or www.communityconnectionslc.org
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