Events
MATFORCE is committed to bringing education and awareness about substance use issues to our community. Our calendar of events lists presentations and activities open to the community.
Resiliency, Stress Management and Self-Care
Free virtual presentations focused on building healthier communities.
Register here: qrco.de/bgNa5Z
OR
Use the QR code found in the comments below
Resiliency, Stress Management and Self-Care
Presented by Nate Auvenshine, Redeemed Training and Consulting, LLC
This course will give the attendee a basic understanding of what stress is, types of stress, how to identify stress in their lives, the three primary stages of stress, signs and symptoms of stress, techniques for building resiliency and capacity, and basic tools to manage stress. The emphasis will be on taking care of ourselves so we can better care for others.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
2970 Centerpointe East Dr, Prescott, AZ 86301-8426, United States Map
Why mental health first aid?
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.
Who should know mental health first aid?
* Teachers
* School Staff
* Coaches
* Camp Counselors
* Youth Group Leaders
* Parents
* Adults who work with youth
Blended Course - Friday, January 30 2026
8:30 am to 3:30 pm, registration ends 1/13/2026
Yavapai County Education Service Agency
2970 Centerpointe E Dr, Prescott, AZ
Please note that 2 hours of online pre-work is required to be completed by January 25th, in order to participate in the in-person course.
Contact MATFORCE at (928) 708-0100 or info@matforceaz.org to register for free.
This class is offered in partnership with Yavapai County Education Service Agency.
Become a Community Coach
Yavapai Reentry Project8056 E Valley RdPrescott Valley, AZ86314 Map
Let's come together to help individuals return home successfully. Free registration is required: info@YavapaiReentryProject.org or (928) 925-4433.
Be a part of making your community a better place for everyone! Become a Community Coach today through our proven successful mentoring program. Volunteer coaches help build and
strengthen our communities while giving formerly incarcerated individuals the opportunity
• for community support
• to create hope for their future
• to restore and rebuild their lives
Receive free training to learn needed skills for working one-on-one in helping provide referrals, emotional support, and resources for former inmates. No experience, prior qualifications, or
education is needed. All that is needed is the desire to help!
From Inmate to Citizen
Do you have a loved one who is currently incarcerated?
Incarceration impacts not only the individual behind bars but also their family and community after release.
Join us to explore:
• Challenges faced when transitioning from prison back into society
• Differences in thought processes and decision-making between incarcerated and non-incarcerated individuals
• Insights into prison culture and daily life
• Understanding the effects of generational trauma
• Strategies for successful reintegration
• Effective communication with returning individuals
• Ways our community can support a smooth and positive reentry
Registration is required to attend. To register, go to qrco.de/bgYJsD or for more information contact info@YavapaiReentryProject.org, call (928) 925-4433 or go to yavapaireentryproject.org/events-news.
MATFORCE strives to work together to build healthier communities in Yavapai County and across Arizona.