This training will provide attendees a better understanding of the ACT model and provide an opportunity to ask any questions surrounding the FACT team.

The TEAMs link information for this training will be sent out within 48 hours of the training date. 

About FACT, per the Department of Children and Families (DCF):

In an effort to promote independent, integrated living for individuals with severe and persistent psychiatric disorders, Florida Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) teams provide a 24-hour-a-day, seven-days-a week, multidisciplinary approach to deliver comprehensive care to people where they live, work or go to school, and spend their leisure time. The programmatic goals are to prevent recurrent hospitalization and incarceration and improve community involvement and overall quality of life for program participants. FACT teams assume responsibility for directly providing the majority of treatment, rehabilitation and support services to individuals. Emphasis is on recovery, choice, outreach, relationship-building, and individualization of services. Enhancement funds are available to assist with housing costs, medication costs, and other needs identified in the recovery planning process. The number of contacts and the frequency at which they are provided is set through collaboration rather than service limits. Statewide, there are 33 FACT teams staffed with a psychiatrist, licensed mental health professionals, nurses, a vocational specialist, a substance abuse specialist, peer specialists and case managers. Each team serves 100 individuals with an average caseload of 1:12.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based training that equips participants with the skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. This course prepares individuals to provide initial support during a mental health crisis and connect people to appropriate professional help and community resources.

Participants will learn how to identify common mental health conditions, reduce stigma, and apply the ALGEE Action Plan to respond effectively and confidently in real-world situations.

How to recognize signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges

• How to respond to someone experiencing a mental health crisis
• How to apply trauma-informed and recovery-oriented support strategies
• How to encourage professional help and self-care resources

This training is appropriate for:

• Behavioral health and human service professionals
• Educators and school staff
• First responders and public safety professionals
• Supervisors, managers, and HR professionals
• Community members and caregivers

Participants who complete the training will receive a Mental Health First Aid certificate, valid for three years.

Registration for March Session - Closed

Registration Deadline for April Session - Closed

Registration Deadline for May Session - May 2nd, 2026

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), is a two-day workshop that teaches anyone 16 or older how to provide immediate suicide first aid, recognize suicide warning signs, and help someone create a safety plan to keep them safe for now. Developed by LivingWorks, it's an evidence-based program used globally by professionals and community members to empower people to intervene when someone is considering suicide. 

Learning Objectives:

1. How to recognize signs of suicidal thoughts.

2. To ask directly about suicide in a compassionate way.

3. To help create a safety plan, focusing on immediate support and resources.

4. To use the PAL (Preserve Life, Help-Assist-Link) model, a structured approach to intervention. 

**A note on pricing: Please be advised when registering that this course is only free for Lutheran Services Florida Health Systems contracted network providers and is $250 for non-contracted organizations. We are unable to list both prices above due to provider demand. If you are not a provider, you will be invoiced separately**

High Fidelity Wraparound is an evidence-informed practice we use to operationalize System of Care values, typically when providing case management to youth and families. Wraparound is a three day training that will help provide additional tools to implement a team-based, highly individualized planning process to assist youth in reaching their goals. This 101 training is specially designed for case managers, supervisors, and others who plan to move forward with becoming certified in Wraparound. Training cost includes additional hours for remote technical assistance and coaching in order to achieve certification. Agency teams are encouraged to attend. 

The training curriculum is Florida Certification Board approved for 24 hours of the case management. Participants will receive one copy of the facilitator manual, CEU's (if purchased). 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Attendance for all five days is required to receive certificate of completion. Choices in conjunction with WRAP training will satisfy the training requirement for CRPS certification in the state of Florida under the Single Source Training Provider. Please visit the FCB website by clicking here for more information on the certification. 

The Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) designation is an entry-level credential for persons who use their professional preparation in combination with their lived experience to help others achieve and maintain recovery from substance use and/or mental health conditions. 

This is a five (5) day training for a total of 30- hours providing practical and experiential training on how to work as a peer specialist. There are three different endorsements of lived experience that certified professionals can add to the credential: 

This training satisfies the requirements for Florida Certification Board. Participant must attend all 5 days of the training in order to receive their certificate. 

Who should attend?

Peer recovery specialists, community workers, family advocates and any individuals working with the behavioral health population. 

Questions? Contact us at training@lsfnet.org 

Effective February 2, 2026, the cost for Choices is $250.00.

Training is offered in-person and virtual. Ensure you register for the delivery method you prefer. 

*Please note the training fee of $250.00 is non-refundable. Please ensure that you can commit to attendance prior to registration. Registration will close a week before training start date.*

Register here on Coursestorm via the link below, and on iECHO via the link below. iECHO will send automated reminder emails, class emails, and the Zoom session link - which is generated one hour prior to each session. iECHO also offers access to previous recorded sessions, lecture PowerPoints, Case Study tips and tricks, and much more! 

https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1727288572240B3JQIINQG4

iECHO | All Teach, All Learn

 Micronutrition has recently been the focal point of a resurgence of research about how to manage behavioral health issues and maintain overall supportive health. This ECHO provides participants with a chance to learn from licensed RDs and other healthcare professionals about how to use their grocery list to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, post-partum depression, and a variety of other behavioral health conditions.  

ECHO Topics: 

• The Gut Brain Axis – Dr. Calliope Holingue
• Aging, Diet, & Maintaining Independence – Dr. Johnson   
• Nutrition & Postpartum Depression - Dr. Johnson   
• Nutritional Equity & Mental Health - Mind the Gap - Dr. Johnson 
• Fueling the Brain: What Should I Eat? Diabetes & Nutrition - Lisa 
• "The Green Thumb Initiative - Bringing Holistic Healing to the Sunshine State" - Ian Norris 
• "Nutrition & Mental Health - The Impact of Affordable, Accessible Gardening" - Ian Norris 
• “Gardening & Nutrition for Mental Health/SUD Prevention, Treatment, & Recovery” - Ian Norris 
• Nutrition & Adolescent Eating Disorders – Jessica Setnick 
• Nutritional Counseling – Courage to Nourish – Alex Raymond 

Questions? training@lsfnet.org

https://padlet.com/itaelsf/echo-lsf-health-systems-ggd0bmphawx7hbu8 

Welcome to your central learning hub for all things ECHO!

We built Padlet for our participants. Project ECHO LSF is proudly operating under the leadership and model of Project ECHO New Mexico, and using the iECHO Platform, we connect you to a global audience and learning opportunites around the world.

Project ECHO LSF: https://iecho.org/hub-profile/ORG16881481119749FONCOHJLD 

To optimize participant experience, we operate on a dual platform model. iECHO connects us to the world, and Padlet serves as the shared learning space across each series, bringing together all session materials and ongoing conversations in one easy-to-navigate place. Whether you’re participating in Peer Workforce Development, Wraparound, or other ECHO offerings, this is where learning lives between sessions.

Built on the Project ECHO philosophy of “all teach, all learn,” these spaces support collaboration, reflection, information sharing, and real-world application. ECHO connects participants across the globe through case-based learning, expert guidance, and peer exchange of ideas to strengthen skills and improve outcomes in communities.

What you’ll find here:

• Session recordings and slide decks
• Case presentation notes and examples
• Curated resources and field-specific updates
• Announcements and upcoming opportunities to stay connected with your community

Think of this as your ECHO library, designed to support you not just during sessions, but in your day-to-day practice. Come back often, explore freely, and contribute your voice.

This series is designed for Peer Supervisors and leaders in peer work who are looking to strengthen their supervision skills, deepen their professional and community impact, and expand opportunities for their teams. Whether participants are supervising peers directly, building programs, or supporting workforce development in other capacities, the series will help grow leadership qualities and elevate impact.

As this fast-growing field continues advancing workforce capacity expansion, Peer Supervision 2026 ECHO focuses on deepening the conversation beyond foundational supervision skills to prepare for evolving realities of leadership, sustainability, and systems integration.

Featuring keynote speaker Dr. VonZell Wade, Co-founder of Lost Dreams Awakening.

What participants can expect:

• A learning space where lived experience is not just valued—but centered.
• Opportunities to engage, network, and problem-solve in real time.
• Practical, case-based learning you can immediately apply in your work.

We look forward to learning with you! Register today @ iECHO