Presented by Richard McKeon, PhD, MPH and Erin Emery-Tiburcio, PhD, ABPP

Date: June 5th, 12:1:30pm CT

The 988 hotline offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. In this webinar, Dr. Richard McKeon, Senior Advisor in the SAMHSA 988 Office, will discuss the shift from the previous hotline to the new number, services available, and impact of 988 thus far. Dr. Erin Emery-Tiburcio will introduce training modules designed for 988 call center staff about working with older adults that are currently being adapted for professionals who encounter older adults in crisis in person.

Learning Objectives

Learners who participate in this learning activity will be able to:

  • Recognize the services offered by 988 call centers.
  • Understand the impact of the 988 service.
  • Identify resources for learning more about older adults in crisis.