Training offered

MANSFIELD— United Services is offering free Mental Health First Aid training on July 18 at the Mansfield Town Hall.

The 8-hour course will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 18 at in the Council Chambers, Mansfield Town Hall, 4 S Eagleville Road, Mansfield. 

There is limited availability for these award winning trainings, serving as the mental health equivalent to CPR to provide individuals with the skills to assist in a mental health crisis until professional assistance can be provided. Residents must attend all 8 hours of the training to be certified.

Those interested in attending should register by contacting Emily Morrison of United Services at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 860-774-2020.

Funding for this community training is made possible thanks to the proceeds of the annual “Particle Accelerator” benefit rock concert in memory of Jack Young Jr., held June 10 on Main Street in Putnam.