Welcome to
Western CT Coalition
About Us
Western Connecticut Coalition's mission is to promote the behavioral health continuum of care, and to enhance quality of life at every stage.
We are a coalition of volunteers, citizens, and prevention professionals dedicated to developing and coordinating services that improve mental health, reduce substance misuse and raise awareness about available resources . WCTC focuses on individuals, families, and children living and working in the 43 towns comprising the Northwestern region of Connecticut. We facilitate the efficient use of funds, link local services, and cultivate partnerships to ensure sustainability.
What is an RBHAO?
Regional Behavioral Health Action Organizations (RBHAOs) work to improve mental health, prevent substance misuse, and support recovery across Connecticut. We assess community needs, provide training and advocacy, administer prevention grants, and lead initiatives in mental health promotion, suicide prevention, and substance use recovery. RBHAOs also collaborate with local, regional, and statewide partners to ensure resources and services meet the needs of children, adults, and families.
NALOXONE OVERDOSE PREVENTION TRAINING
Discover the Science of Saving Lives
Join Western CT Coalition's immersive webinar that equips you with life-saving skills to prevent opioid overdoses.
Gain the knowledge and confidence to:
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Recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose
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Administer naloxone (Narcan) and reverse overdoses
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Identify harm reduction strategies and support resources
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Advocate for overdose prevention in your community
NARCAN WINTER 2025 SCHEDULE
All trainings are held from 10:00-11:15 AM on Zoom
Upcoming Events
QPR SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING
Uniting Research & Compassion to Save Lives
Join Western CT Coalition for an immersive webinar that equips you with life-saving skills to prevent suicide and become a Merchant of Hope.
In this training, you will:
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Recognize warning signs of suicide
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Use the "Question, Persuade, Refer" (QPR) approach to connect individuals to help
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Become a beacon of hope for others
QPR WINTER 2025 SCHEDULE
All trainings are held from 1:00-2:45 PM on Zoom
February 5th:
Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences Workshop
H.O.P.E
1. Learn how positive childhood experiences
- promote overall health
- allow children to form strong relationships and connections
- cultivate positive self-image and self-worth
- provide a sense of belonging
- build skills that promote resilience
2. Understand how the HOPE framework can be applied to your sector specific work
3. Practice identifying experiences that fit into the four building blocks of HOPE
4. Understand how PCEs can be measured differently across communities
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Calendar
2023 Regional Priority Report: Region 5 (Western Connecticut)
Click here to view and download accompanying infographics
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