The Center of Excellence Releases New October Education Events Programs and Resources Published:September 30, 2024 Dave Kyllo Rollup Image Page ContentThe Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health in Nursing Facilities (COE-NF) released new education events for the month of October, with many that offer ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education) and National Association of Long-Term Care Administrator Board (NAB) credits. In addition to the resources and October education events listed below, the COE-NF continues to provide tailored technical assistance, such as an individualized plan to assist your facility with specific behavioral health needs including training as needed. COE-NF continues to add new on-demand training videos which include bite-sized learnings and longer video modules with pre/post-tests on a variety of topics. They also offer a wide array of resources on a multitude of mental health topics via the resource hub. October Upcoming Education Events: October 9, 2024 – Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) – Suicide Prevention Training from 2 – 3:30 pm EST October 15, 2024 – Assessment and Initial Management of Suicidal Ideation Across Long Term Care Settings from 2 – 3pm EST October 16, 2024 – CARES Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Office Hours from 3 – 3:30pm EST October 17, 2024 – An Introduction to Co-occurring Disorders from 2 – 3pm EST October 18, 2024 – Managing Substance Use Disorders (SUD) in Nursing Facilities Office Hours from 1 – 1:30pm EST October 22, 2024 – An Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care from 2 – 2:30pm EST October 25, 2024 – Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) from 11am – 4:30pm EST October 29, 2024 – An Easy Pill to Swallow: Nonpharmacological Interventions for Long-Term Care Residents from 2 – 2:30pm EST Other Links: The Center of Excellence FAQ Sheet September 2024 Newsletter Sign up for the monthly newsletter Related Blogs Don’t Miss This Tremendous Leadership Development Opportunity: Sale Extended to March 12 on AHCA/NCAL’s Leadership Academy 3.3.2026 Register for This Free March 10 Webinar Sharing a Whole-Person Approach to Resident Dining & Wellbeing Even if You’re Busy That Day 3.3.2026 ICYMI: Check Out HealthCap’s Free Webinar Reviewing the OIG’s Latest Senior Care Compliance Program Guidance 3.3.2026