This course, which meets OSHA/workplace requirements, will prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. You will learn to care for first aid emergencies such as: burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illness, head, neck, back injuries, and heat and cold emergencies.

Students who successfully complete this course will receive an American Red Cross Certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years. This is a blended online/in-person course taught by Lighthouse Health and Safety.  The online portion must be completed before the skill session. 

Once you register you will recieve a link/log in information to access the online portion of the class. 

There is a 6 person minimum to run the class. If we do not meet that minimum you can move to another class date. 

This class is online and runs concurrently with the in-person class.

Learn to listen to your body for what it wants and needs. Using Kripalu Yoga techniques, learning your own version of postures with modifications as needed. Yoga helps with stress relief; better breathing; increase in strength and flexibility; improved circulation; cardiovascular conditioning; inner peace and more. (All classes will be designed to meet the needs of Beginning yogis and Advanced Beginners practicing yoga). Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes.

*Space is limited, so please register to reserve your spot in this class.*

Learn to listen to your body for what it wants and needs. Using Kripalu Yoga techniques, learning your own version of postures with modifications as needed. Yoga helps with stress relief; better breathing; increase in strength and flexibility; improved circulation; cardiovascular conditioning; inner peace and more. (All classes will be designed to meet the needs of Beginning yogis and Advanced Beginners practicing yoga). Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes.

Hunting for edible and medicinal wild mushrooms is a fun way to supplement your gourmet food diets and get some exercise in the great outdoors. And, you can beat supply chain issues and rising food prices while learning a new fascinating outdoor hobby. We will focus on safety and identification of common safe edibles in the first class.

Did you know mushrooms are the fruit of the fungi? Just like picking an apple, it does not hurt the organism to harvest them. Join us for discussion on habitat and which trees are symbiotic with which fungi. If you want to find Grifola frondosa (hen of the woods, common name), you must know what an oak tree looks like!

The second class will be a workshop/discussion (students are invited to bring in what they have found on their own), a brief guided foray (field trip!) into the woods to see what mushrooms can be found, and a chance to sample some cooked edibles. Please plan on 3 hours at the second class. Summer brings the chance of finding chanterelles!! 

We will be offering a class next semester to look for Fall blooming fungi such as oysters, maitake, and chicken of the woods.

Please bring a $5 materials fee made payable to the instructor.

Yes, there are poisonous mushrooms. For this reason no children will be admitted to this class.

We invite you to join Maureen LaSalle, of Leaf it Behind, for a 2.5 hour therapeutic forest bathing walk. Maureen is a trained guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapists. Through a series of invitations, this leisurely walk will immerse participants in the natural beauty of the woods in springtime. Forest bathing has been shown to lower blood pressure, prevent stress and anxiety, increase cognitive functions and boost immunity - things we can all benefit from during these challenging times. Maureen uses techniques that encourage participants to tune into their senses and be present in the beauty of what is around them.

This guided session will bring participants no further than a ½ mile walking distance. Attendees must be 16 years or older. Pets are not allowed. The “extreme weather” reschedule date will be emailed to students if required. A list of items each student must bring with them will be included in your email receipt. We are limiting each group to 6 participants. Masks are required and proper social distancing will be maintained.

Instructor: Maureen LaSalle
Monday, 7/18, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 
Location: Leaf it Behind, 483 Gray Rd. Windham, ME 04062
Fee: $35 per section

CPR class includes: adult, child and infant CPR and AED use, adult, child and infant choking, and how and when to call emergency services. The course cost includes use of the manikins, DVD, certified instructor, practical components, and a certificate of completion. The video portion has been shortened, and the practical time has been increased to ensure everyone has enough time to gain confidence in their skills. This class is taught to the standards established by the American Heart Association.The workbook is not included with this class.

Only one section is needed for your certification. Upon successful completion of your class your certificate will be sent to you within 5 business days.

*If you would like a workbook, please indicate on your registration form. Cost of the book is $10.

Instructor: Charissa Kerr
Section 1: Monday, 7/18, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Section 2: Monday, 8/8, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: WRAE Learning Center 
Fee: $54 per section

Please Note – There will be disposable masks available if one is needed. Manikins are assigned and each are cleaned and disinfected prior to each class. Everyone is given gloves to use for practical scenarios involving shared equipment.

We are partnering with Franklin Memorial Hospital to bring a babysitting course to our community members.

All participants will earn an American Heart Association Certification in First Aid and CPR. Common knowledge and helpful babysitting techniques will also be taught during this course.

Children’s Behavioral Health Services are vital to Maine’s children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Disorders and their families. 

As an integral part of the child’s treatment team, a Certified Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) has the opportunity to make an immediate impact while helping a child grow and develop to their full potential.

The BHP Blended Course consists of 12 on-demand online modules (approximately 28 hours) that need to be completed BEFORE the virtual live session with a certified BHP instructor.

Thanks to funding being provided by Maine’s Department of Health and Human Services, the course fees ($200) are waived at this time! Students must have a high school diploma to participate. ONLY $25 administrative fee!

Per Program Policy: This class can not be refunded, however you can be moved into another BHP session if a conflict occurs. 

Please READ: Additional requirements to earn your BHP Certificate:

Ethics & Boundaries class (offered virtually, 2.5 hours) Please hold a date in your calendar as these are additional requirements for your certification.

Completion of an OSHA compliant Blood-borne pathogens (BBP) training (online course assigned to you in BHP Relias Learning Management System, .5 hours)

Child & Adult First Aid & CPR w/AED Certification (available through Woodfords Training & Resource Center - more information will be provided upon enrollment, 2.75 hours)

JULY 20th WEDNESDAY 8am-4:30pm

Please call 225-1010 or email Tricia tricia.sawyer@msad52.org for more information!