The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Announces FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification Training, Funded by Tri-City Community Foundation Grant
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The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Announces FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification Training, Funded by Tri-City Community Foundation Grant
ORANGE BEACH, AL — The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation, Inc. (JCMF) is proud to announce it will host a free Youth Mental Health First Aid Training and Certification course for 25 community members, made possible by a grant from the Tri-City Community Foundation, an affiliate of The Community Foundation of South Alabama.
The highly requested 8-hour course is designed to equip local adults with the skills necessary to recognize and support adolescents experiencing mental health or substance use challenges, enhancing early intervention efforts in South Baldwin County.
Addressing the Critical Need for Youth Support
The availability of this training addresses a critical public health concern, aligning with the Tri-City Community Foundation’s funding priorities in Health, Human Services, and Youth. Statistics show that 1 in 5 youth, ages 13-18, live with a mental health condition. Furthermore, suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals aged 10-34.
The Youth Mental Health First Aid course is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people, including parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, and health and human services workers.
The goal is to provide a more informed staff and community capable of helping young people get the help they need, when they need it, using a proven, structured approach.
Course Details and Curriculum
Participants in the training will review typical adolescent development and learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
Topics covered in the 8-hour certification course include:
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Anxiety & Depression
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Substance use
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Disorders in which psychosis may occur
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Disruptive behavioral disorders, including AD/HD
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Eating disorders
The Registration Cost is FREE for individuals who reside or work in the Foley, Gulf Shores, or Orange Beach Areas. Materials and lunch are included for the 25 available spots.
Training Logistics:
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification |
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Date & Time |
October 23, 2025 · 8 am – 3 pm |
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Location |
Heron Pointe at The Wharf, 4985 Wharf Pkwy E, Orange Beach, AL 36561 |
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Capacity |
Only 25 spots available |
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Cost |
FREE for individuals who reside or work in the Foley, Gulf Shores, or Orange Beach Areas (materials and lunch included) |
The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation will contact registered individuals prior to the training date with additional details and full registration access.
Grant Acknowledgment and Community Support
The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation gratefully acknowledges the support of the local community leaders through this funding. This project is funded by a grant from the Tri-City Community Foundation, an affiliate of The Community Foundation of South Alabama.
The Tri-City Community Foundation was established in August 2018 by local leaders from Foley, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach who recognized the value of joining resources and talents to make south Baldwin County a strong, vibrant community. It serves as a vehicle to support initiatives that inspire and promote resiliency within their communities. The TCCF supports priority areas including Arts, Community Development, Education, Health, Human Services, Recreation, Technology, and Youth. Since its founding, the TCCF has awarded over $110,000 to organizations serving these areas.
“We believe our success is largely reflective of our innate ability to come together and work in unison for the overall well-being and progression of our tri-city area,” said advisory committee chair, Michelle Hodges.
About The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation
The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. Its mission is providing programs, services, and resources across Baldwin County, AL communities that support the social and emotional well-being of our youth. The foundation is actively involved in spreading hope & awareness and managing the Peer Helpers PLUS program.
Contact for Media Inquiries (JCMF): Phone: 251-971-3633 Email: hello@jennifermoorefoundation.com
Contact for Tri-City Community Foundation Communications/Marketing: Jena Berson Email: jberson@communityfoundationsa.org Phone: 251-438-5591