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Group to teach crisis intervention calling
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FREEPORT - CONTACT of Northern Illinois will be offering its training class on June 22, 23, 24 and 25. The training allows potential volunteers the opportunity to learn about CONTACT, its ministry of listening and community resources. Training classes prepare volunteers to assist troubled callers by listening, providing referrals and intervening in crisis. Classes are informative and interesting, and are held in a welcoming and fun atmosphere. Upon completion of the class, internships and scheduled volunteer hours, volunteers will receive three credit hours from Highland Community College that can be converted to CPDU's for teachers. Cost for the training manual is $20. Class will be from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday-Thursday June 22-25, at Park Hills Church. Lunch is provided. Training topics include but are not limited to: Communication skills, Marriage and Family, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Loneliness and Grief, Self Care, Crisis Intervention and Domestic Violence. For more information or to receive an application for training, call CONTACT at (815) 233-4357.