Mental Health Task Force
POLK COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH TASK FORCE
Who We Are
The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County, Wisconsin is a grassroots, non-profit organization of area mental health providers, social service agencies, government and law enforcement representatives, health care facilities, and community members. Goals of the Task Force include:
Reduce stigma associated with mental health issues
Improve access to mental health care
Increase awareness of mental health issues via educational programming
Identify and address mental health issues that face our community
Mission Statement
The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County, Wisconsin is committed to:
Being a leader in identifying issues faced by all people affected by mental illness
Facilitating improvements in mental health services
Giving consumers and families a strong voice
Reducing stigma
Implementing recovery principles
Connecting You To Resources!
· When you have a problem with your heart, you go to a cardiologist. When you have a toothache, you go to the dentist. When you break your leg, you see your family doctor. So why do we hesitate to get help when we have a problem with our mental health? Unfortunately, we may believe that we should "snap out of it," "pull ourselves up by our own bootstraps," or just "buck up."
This kind of thinking is shame-based, and rather than healing, it makes our mental health problems worse.
· The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County is committed to challenging negative attitudes about mental illness and reducing the stigma of seeking treatment.
· We can help you find answers to some of the most common mental health questions and connect you to resources in your community.
There is help!
Contact Information
The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County
PO Box 432
St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
MentalHealthPolk.org
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network and the National Center for PTSD are pleased to make the Psychological First Aid for Schools Field Operations Guide and accompanying handouts available. Psychological First Aid for Schools is an evidence-informed approach for assisting children, adolescents, adults, and families in the aftermath of a school crisis, disaster, or terrorism event.
The PFA-S Field Manual is divided into the following sections:
Introduction and Overview
Preparing to Deliver Psychological First Aid
The Core Actions
Contact and Engagement
Safety and Comfort
Stabilization
Information Gathering: Current Needs and Concerns
Practical Assistance
Connection with Social Supports
Information on Coping
Linkage with Collaborative Services