Help or Hurt: The Relationship Between Marijuana & Mental Health

Presented by Nikki Rosson

Thursday, September 19, 2024

5:00 pm to 6:45 pm

Prescott Valley Public Library, PC Lab

7501 E. Skoog Blvd., Prescott Valley

Join us this month to learn about the impact of Cannabis on mental health. Cannabis is unique in that our culture believes it is both a medicinal and recreational drug. Exploring the relationship between marijuana use and mental health, we will work to establish a baseline for what today's marijuana is, discover the complexities of treating mental illness including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and suicide, and hear stories and case studies of what is happening in our communities.

No registration required. MATFORCE is partnering with Yavapai County Community Health Services' Health Talks: A Wellness and Prevention Series. The series is hosted by Prescott Valley Public Library.

The Truth about Inhalants

Presented by James Tobin and Doug Dolan

Thursday, September 26, 2024

11:00 am to 12:00 pm

[virtual]

Join us for a presentation that delves into the often-overlooked dangers of inhalant use. This eye-opening session will explore the short-term effects and long-lasting health consequences of inhaling volatile substances, from brain damage to organ failure.



Learn about the psychological and social impacts on individuals and communities, and gain insights into effective prevention and intervention strategies.

Registration is free but is required to attend. Register here or scan the QR code to the right.

Prescott Recovery Celebration

Saturday, September 28, 2024

10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Prescott Mile High Middle School, Track/Football Field

300 S. Granite St., Prescott

National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery in all its forms possible.

MATFORCE, and event sponsors including Decision Point, Wolf Creek Recovery, and Oxford House, bring this year's celebration to a new location, Prescott Mile High Middle School's track/football field.

Food trucks, a coffee truck, music, resources/vendors, testimonies, kids activities and a community art exhibit will help honor the theme of "The Art of Recovery."

Power of Hope Conference

Saturday, October 5, 2024

8:00 am to 5:30 pm

Grand Canyon University | Sunset Auditorium

3300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix

The 2024 Power of Hope Conference aims to provide valuable insights, practical tools, and support for those affected by substance use disorders.

This event is designed to bring together families, healthcare professionals, and community leaders to share knowledge and resources, fostering a collaborative approach to addressing substance use challenges.

Attendees can also earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Become a Community Coach

Saturday, October 19, 2024

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

MATFORCE

8056 E. Valley Road, Suite B, Prescott Valley

Are you interested in serving as a volunteer guide or mentor for someone reentering the community after incarceration?

Receive free training to learn needed skills for working one-on-one in helping provide referrals, emotional support and resources for community members returning from incarceration. No experience, prior qualifications, or education is needed. All that is needed is the desire to help!

Learn how you can become a Community Coach and become a partner in hope. Contact info@YavapaiReentryProject.org or (928) 708-0100 today.

Loneliness and Isolation: the Silent Epidemic

Presented by Tom Benson

Thursday, October 24, 2024

11:00 am to 12:00 pm

[virtual]

In 2023 the Surgeon General said, “Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation has been an under-appreciated public health crisis that has harmed individual and social health.”

This eye-opening presentation delves into this hidden crisis affecting millions worldwide, exploring its psychological, social, and health implications. Discover how these silent struggles are shaping our communities and discuss actionable strategies to foster connection and support.

Join us to understand the full scope of this epidemic and learn how we can work together to combat its effects.

Registration is free but is required to attend. Register here or scan the QR code to the right.

Trauma 101:The Basics of Trauma & How it Impacts the Brain

Presented by Kimberly Gregory

Saturday, October 26, 2024

9:00 am to 10:00 am

HUSD District Office, Room 106

6901 E. Panther Path, Prescott Valley

Trauma 101 is a class that focuses on the science of the brain and the brain’s response to trauma, specifically childhood trauma.

Participants will learn:

• The parts of the brain and their functions
• How environment and adverse circumstances can negatively affect children
• The brain’s resiliency
• How healthy coping skills, and social and emotional connectedness encourage healing from trauma

MATFORCE is partnering with Humboldt Unified School District to offer this presentation to the community.

Parenting the Love and Logic Way

Wednesdays, October 30, November 6, 13, and 20, 2024

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Acorn Montessori Charter School, Gymnasium

7555 E. Long Look Dr., Prescott Valley

The Love and Logic approach to parenting is built on the idea that an authentic, loving connection between parents and their children forms the foundation of good behavior and healthy decision-making.



Over the course of the class, facilitators will discuss the challenges parents and caregivers face with their children on a daily basis. They will teach strategies on how to discipline kids without losing their love and respect, help children develop personal responsibility and good decision-making skills, nurture long-term relationships and reinforce good behavior.

MATFORCE is partnering with Acorn Montessori Charter School to offer this presentation to the community.

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Saturday, November 16, 2024

8:00 am to 2:30 pm

• Blended Course
• Please note that 2 hours of online pre-work is required to be completed by Monday, November 11th, in order to participate in the in-person course.
• Complete class in person at HUSD District office

HUSD District Office, Room 106

6901 E. Panther Path, Prescott Valley

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.

Who should attend? Teachers, school staff, coaches, camp counselors, youth group leaders, parents, adults who work with youth, and concerned community members.

MATFORCE is partnering with Humboldt Unified School District to offer this presentation to the community.