Community Mental Health Forum

1835 Mineral Spring Avenue,North Providence RI 02904

27 June, 2022

Description

We are focusing on the CIT model, Gateway working with NPPD with mental health, substance, dementia, grief etc. related calls. The Gateway Clinicians will present a community mental health forum covering topics such as. • Mental health and wellness • Substance use and treatment • The rise in fentanyl use & overdose • Resources for the community and family struggling with mental health issues, families concerned about their children’s mental health • Coping skills/ Role pay scenarios. North Providence Police Department, Community Policing Lt. Thomas Jones CIT Officer's Gateway Community Crisis Clinician’s Amy Giguere McCarthy, LICSW Samantha Kane, MSW, QMHP Mary-Kate MacHardy, MA, QMHP