Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by Hurricane Ida. The damages, flooding, and power outages create crisis situations for many people. We know that people with IDD-MH and their families often face additional challenges that can increase the likelihood of crisis. Our hope is for safety, shelter, and access to physical and mental health care for all affected.
 
CSS has developed resources for emergency preparedness and response to natural disasters such as hurricanes, which can be found on our website. We will be sharing more information on preparing for emergencies over the next few weeks as we begin National Preparedness Month in September. 

We would also like to hear from START teams about any of their strategies, tips, or successes in addressing emergencies they’ve faced. Please submit your stories or information using the following link: Share your resources.

1. Starting September 7^th: Registration is still open for the next 6-week MHIDD Course for Mobile Crisis Responders ($149/pp)
2. On September 14^th & 21^st: Seeking young adults (18-40) with IDD-MH and family members of young adults with IDD-MH to participate in a research project

Register Today!
MHIDD Course for Mobile Crisis Responders 
Next Course Beginning on September 7, 2021
 

This live 6-week online course offers the expert training and support needed to develop expertise in providing effective crisis supports to people with intellectual/developmental disability and mental health needs (MH/IDD). Topics address best practices in crisis assessment, response strategies, and disposition recommendations. Registration fee is $149 per person.

“I appreciated the case study and being able to apply what we learned into our jobs.  It was very informative and it already helped me in my job.” - Course Participant
 

MHIDD Course for Care Coordinators & Case Managers 
Registration is open for Next Course Beginning on October 11, 2021

This live 6-week online course is designed to improve knowledge for care coordinators and case managers to successfully support children and adults with IDD and mental health service needs and their families. Speakers will include family members and people with lived experiences along with experts in the field. Dr. Joan B. Beasley will demonstrate how the information provided can be applied to improve the ability of care coordinators/case managers to identify service and support needs, and monitor outcomes for individuals and their families. Registration fee is $299 per person. 

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MHIDD Course for Direct Support Professionals 
Registration is open for Next Course Beginning on November 2, 2021

This live, 6-session course gives Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to provide individuals with IDD and mental health service needs (IDD-MH) positive, person-centered, strengths and wellness-based supports and services. The course facilitators will demonstrate how the information reviewed during session can be applied in the day-to-day support of people with IDD-MH. Registration fee is $149 per person.