Crisis Hotline Educational Program for the Community and New Volunteers.  Volunteers are needed!  By donating 2 days a month you can make a difference, learn new skills and be a part of our team of caring, courageous volunteer crisis intervention telephone counselors.  Most of the work involves supportive communication with people who are struggling with difficult life transitions or situations.  No previous experience necessary.  Participation in the training is free of charge, and it is open to anyone in the community interested in developing listening skills, ( including listening to youth), and learning about the dynamics of crises such as family violence, suicide,  substance abuse, depression,  mental illness, domestic violence, and more.  The sessions will be given by professional health care specialists.  Those involved in the training will also find out about the many organizations within our community that offer services and support such as the Advocates, St. Luke’s Center for Community Health, Hospice, 911, and many more.

Classes run from March 25th to April 24th every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.  The classes will be held next to the old Hailey Medical Center, downstairs meeting room on the North side of Blaine Manor parking lot ~ 706 South Main St., Hailey.  For more information, please contact the Crisis Hotline office at 788-0735.