Butler County QPR Training

Butler County, PA QPR Training Learn to recognize the signs that someone may be contemplating suicide QPR Suicide Prevention Training: Question. Persuade. Refer Identify myths & facts about suicide Ask Questions to assess the situation Persuade the person to stay alive long enough to get help Refer to a professional for help to get them […]

Support Members of Veterans Empowerment Workshop

Support Members of Veterans Empowerment Workshop Sept. 12, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Register online for the Zoom link. About the event Support members of veterans! The focus of this workshop is on civilians that support a veteran/reserves/active duty/national guard this workshop is for you! Includes spouses, siblings, caretakers, give it a try Everyone has […]

Butler County QPR Training

Butler County, PA QPR Training Learn to recognize the signs that someone may be contemplating suicide QPR Suicide Prevention Training: Question. Persuade. Refer Identify myths & facts about suicide Ask Questions to assess the situation Persuade the person to stay alive long enough to get help Refer to a professional for help to get them […]

Mercer County Mental Health First Aid Class

LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND NEIGHBORS Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You’ll also learn […]

Clarion County Suicide Awareness Walk

Join the Clarion County Coalition for Suicide Prevention for their annual Suicide Awareness Walk. Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023. Register at 5pm, speaker at 5:30pm, walk begins at 6pm Location: Clarion Veterans Memorial Park, Clarion, PA Register online at their Facebook page.  

Butler County QPR Training

Butler County, PA QPR Training Learn to recognize the signs that someone may be contemplating suicide QPR Suicide Prevention Training: Question. Persuade. Refer Identify myths & facts about suicide Ask Questions to assess the situation Persuade the person to stay alive long enough to get help Refer to a professional for help to get them […]

Viewing and Panel Discussion of My Ascension

Join us for a viewing of My Ascension followed by a panel discussion. At 16 years old Emma Benoit attempted to end her life. Through navigating the challenges of recovery, she discovers purpose and passion in helping other struggling teens. My Ascension is the story of the day that changed Emma’s life, and everything that’s […]

Eric County PA Vigil of Hope

Vigil of Hope A memorial service to remember and honor those who have died from substance use causes. Drug and alcohol use takes thousands of lives each year. Grieving family members and friends are left not only with a loss, but also with the stigma of how their loved one passed. Wednesday, September 20, 2023 […]

QPR for Clearfield and Jefferson Counties

QPR for Clearfield and Jefferson Counties HELP PREVENT SUICIDE Suicide prevention training webinars aim to save lives. Learn steps you can take to save a life and reduce suicidal behaviors in your community. Question, Persuade and Refer is an emergency health intervention program designed to give you practical tools and techniques to address and prevent […]

How Sleep Impacts Suicide Risk

Sleeping our way to preventing suicide: How sleep impacts suicide risk Tina R. Goldstein, Ph.D. and Peter Franzen, Ph.D. September 27, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The Confluence 214 E. Washington Street New Castle, PA 16101 Presented by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Western Pennsylvania, hear firsthand what researchers are exploring in the […]

QPR Training

QPR is a two-hour educational program designed to teach professionals as well as lay “gatekeepers” the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. A gatekeeper is someone in a position to recognize a crisis and warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide. Pennsylvania suicide rates, especially in rural counties, […]

Lawrence County Out of the Darkness Walk

Out of the Darkness™ Community Walks Please join us as we walk to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Event Details Date: 10/07/2023 Location: Riverwalk Amphitheatre, New Castle, PA Check-in Time: 9:30 am Walk Start Time: 11:00 am Name: Lawrence County Community Support Program Email: amandaa@lawrencecountycares.com To join our team, […]