Disabilities, Mental Health, Crisis Intervention and Law Enforcement Helpful Tips and Information for Families

Special topic dual workshop! Two workshops in one evening.

Title: Don’t Tell Me to Calm Down: De-escalation and crisis intervention options
Description: Everyone experiences a “crisis” at some point in their life time. For some, it is a turning point for change. For others, “crisis” is their baseline and they are in need of frequent de-escalation. In order to successfully intervene, it is important for families to understand a) what a crisis looks like, b) best-practice techniques in de-escalation, and c) when to get other resources or supports involved.
Presenter: Amanda McNab, LCSW, EMDR. Clinical Staff Development Educator. Safe Care Transition Follow-up Program Supervisor. Crisis and Diversion Services

Title: What to Expect when Law Enforcement is Called
Description: Have you been wondering what to expect if law enforcement came into interaction with your child under a moment of mental health crisis? Please join us to hear directly from the Social Work Director at the Salt Lake City Police Department Mental Health and Substance Abuse Unit as she shares about common procedures and steps taken.
Presenter: Jessica Waters, LCSW. Social Work Director at the Salt Lake City Police Department Mental Health and Substance Abuse Unit.