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SUMMARY:8th Annual Suicide Prevention Conference
DESCRIPTION:8th Annual\nSuicide Prevention Conference\nWednesday\, September 25th\, 2024 \nCall for Proposals \nThis year’s conference will be held at the Ambassador Conference Center in Erie on Wednesday\, 9/25/24.  The annual conference typically draws around 200 participants from all over Erie County and beyond and hosts breakout sessions focusing on the area of suicide prevention\, intervention\, and postvention. \nThis year’s theme is: Forging Ahead with Hope: Innovation in Prevention \nThe conference planning committee requests that all proposals for breakout sessions meet one of the following conference goals:\n1).  Building upon existing partnerships and expanding the reach of suicide prevention in our community.\n2).  Integration of suicide prevention into conversations and training initiatives in work\, school\, and other community settings.\n3).  Advancements in suicide prevention screening and assessment.\n4).  Improvement of access to emergency mental health care including crisis and suicide intervention in all communities.\n5).  Usage of research and data for improvement of outcomes relating to suicide prevention and intervention.\n6).  Development and implementation of resilience and hope in suicide prevention and intervention. \nBreakout sessions will be 75-90 minutes in duration and are training opportunities in which the presenter(s) lead participants through lecture\, exercises and/or skill development in a given domain as the material relates to one of the above stated conference goals.\n·        You may submit more than one proposal but each proposal must be a complete and separate submission.\n·        The deadline for proposals is 8/1/2024.\n·        Proposals will be reviewed for completeness and stated criteria\, connection and relevance to the audience and conference goals\, and qualifications of the presenter(s).\n·        You will be notified on or before August 15th\, 2024 whether your proposal has been accepted\nStep 1: Complete the online proposal form that requests the following information here: https://lnkd.in/eEHx5NHH (https://lnkd.in/eEHx5NHH)
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-09-25-800a/8th-annual-suicide-prevention-conference/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,In-person,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240913T152526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T152526Z
UID:3245-1727366400-1727370000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:What Happens to Veterans Who Leave the Military Under Other Than Honorable Conditions?
DESCRIPTION:The way a veteran’s service is characterized through the formal military discharge process can significantly impact their life. Most are discharged as “honorable\,” which entitles them to veterans benefits and services due to their satisfactory service to the country. \nYet in the past two decades\, those leaving service with an “other than honorable” (OTH) designation is rising. These veterans have limited to no access to veterans benefits in the years following their service. Many who receive OTH issuances are from minority groups. Some sustain service-related injuries and are prone to mental health challenges and substance use problems. They are also at increased risk of homelessness and suicide. \nA panel of experts will discuss what we know about veterans who leave military service under OTH conditions and offer recommendations to improve the process of discharge characterization. They will discuss what this type of discharge means for veterans and their families\, why and in what context veterans leave the military with an OTH discharge\, and considerations for policy changes that would expand benefits for certain veterans in this group. \nThis webinar is part of a series of events organized by the RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute to explore pressing policy challenges affecting veterans\, their families\, and their communities. \nRegister Online \n\n\n\nDate:\nSeptember 26\, 2024\n\n\nTime:\n4–5 p.m. ET\n1–2 p.m. PT
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-09-26-400p/what-happens-to-veterans-who-leave-the-military-under-other-than-honorable-conditions/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240913T150924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T151609Z
UID:3238-1728482400-1728486000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:DBT for Justice-Involved Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Veterans experiencing criminal-legal difficulties are at significantly elevated risk for suicide (~150 per 100\,000) compared to their non-legally involved peers (~40 per 100\,000). Addressing criminal-legal involvement is therefore key to effective Veteran suicide prevention. Through this live virtual\, knowledge-based webinar\, attendees will learn about a recently developed psychotherapy program specifically designed to decrease risk of future criminal-legal involvement and suicide risk. \nFollowing this live lecture\, participants will be able to:\n\nDiscuss suicide risk in Veterans experiencing criminal-legal involvement compared to Veterans not experiencing such involvement.\nDescribe assessment strategies to identify Veterans experiencing criminal-legal involvement.\nEmploy effective intervention strategies to mitigate the risk of criminal-legal involvement and suicide.\n\nRegister online
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-10-09-200p/dbt-for-justice-involved-veterans/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240924T131736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T131736Z
UID:3255-1729083600-1729087200@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention and SUD
DESCRIPTION:Substance misuse is the second most frequent risk factor for suicide. \nThe SP/SUD course is about how to recognize the warning signs of SUD and suicide\, the intersection of SUD and suicide\, and how stigma can affect help seekers and help givers. It is a one-hour virtual training designed for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, and social service professionals. \nThe SP/SUD curriculum covers the facts\, warning signs\, protective factors\, and stigma associated with SUD and suicide\, as well as proactive care strategies to consider. Trainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually\, via Zoom. \nSP/SUD Trainings (virtual):\n• Wednesday\, October 16\, 2024 1:00-2:00 PM\n• Tuesday\, November 19\, 2024 1:00 -2:00 PM \nFree CEUs will be provided in EMS/LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT from UPMC.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-10-16-100p/suicide-prevention-and-sud/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241004T135035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T135035Z
UID:3317-1729087200-1729094400@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Treating PTSD in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:Treating PTSD in Primary Care \nPTSD commonly occurs among primary care patients in both Veterans Affairs and community settings.  Research demonstrates that most primary care patients with PTSD do not receive adequate PTSD treatment. Evidence-based screenings and treatments for PTSD that are appropriate for the primary care setting are now available. This presentation will detail gold standard screening methods and describe several brief treatments for PTSD\, including their evidence base and current implementations status. Strategies for shared decision making on when to treat in primary care and when to referral to specialty mental health settings will also be discussed. \n  \nKyle Possemato\, PhD\nWednesday\, October 16 at 2:00pm ET \nRegister to attend
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-10-16-200p/treating-ptsd-in-primary-care/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240926T144308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T144336Z
UID:3272-1729159200-1729171800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Moral Injury in Service Members
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP) is offering a three and a half-hour workshop on Moral Injury in Service Members. The workshop will be held online via Zoom\, 17 October 2024\, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eastern. Space in this event is limited and registration will close when capacity is reached\, even if this is before the final registration deadline. \nRegistration for the course is $25. \nMoral injury may develop from exposure to events (acts of commission or omission) that transgress an individual’s deeply held values and beliefs\, leading to negative psychological\, spiritual\, and social consequences. Morally injurious events can erode core beliefs about what is right and wrong in oneself or others—about goodness\, trustworthiness\, and benevolence. While it is an ancient concept that battlefield transgressions may inflict emotional harm on the warfighter\, there has been growing interest in moral injury in the mental health field and other circles. Some experts suggest that the extended operations in Iraq and Afghanistan may have increased service members’ risk for developing moral injury\, given the ambiguous nature of the operations\, including unconventional guerrilla warfare and changing rules of engagement. More recently\, researchers have reported on moral injury experienced by first responders and health care providers from COVID-19-related moral and ethical stressors. \nThis training will explore where morality comes from\, define moral injury and describe how it develops\, identify incidents that may contribute to it\, and examine various assessment and treatment methods. The focus will be on moral injury in the military population\, while recognizing that it also occurs in the civilian population. The presenter will encourage participants to consider challenges they face in identifying and treating moral injury\, including how to create a nonjudgmental\, safe space for clients to talk about it\, and how to distinguish moral injury from common co-occurring problems such as PTSD. Military cases will be introduced to demonstrate approaches for assessing and addressing moral injury. This training is aimed at behavioral health providers and trainees working with service members and veterans as well as clinicians interested in trauma (Litz et al.\, 2022; Richardson et al.\, 2020; Rozek & Bryan\, 2021). \nLearning objectives: \n\nDistinguish moral injury from morally injurious events and common co-occurring problems\nUse appropriate assessment tools and measures to evaluate clients for moral injury\nApply effective strategies for the treatment of moral injury
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-10-17-1000a/moral-injury-in-service-members/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241002T134910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T134910Z
UID:3290-1729591200-1729598400@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:QPR – Suicide Prevention
DESCRIPTION:QPR – Suicide Prevention\nOctober 22\, 2024 | 10:00AM–noon | Approved for 2 CE: UPITT | Session is Limited to 35 attendees  \n\n\n\n\n\nWhite Deer Run proudly offers free and accredited learning opportunities for licensed clinicians who are providing behavioral healthcare services. \n\n\nNew sessions are scheduled each month to support continued learning. These sessions are facilitated by local industry experts from both within and outside of the White Deer Run network. \nRegister online
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-10-22-1000a/qpr-suicide-prevention/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240924T133005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T133005Z
UID:3263-1730113200-1730120400@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:QPR Training
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis date also offers a 1-hour Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM) directly after the QPR sessions. You can opt-in to one or both trainings. \nPennsylvania suicide rates\, especially in rural counties\, are higher than the national average. 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 an individual who can recognize a crisis and the warning signs of someone possibly contemplating suicide. Anyone can become a gatekeeper: parents. friends\, neighbors\, teachers\, athletic coaches\, ministers\, doctors\, nurses\, office supervisors\, squad leaders\, foremen\, police officers\, advisors\, caseworkers\, firefighters\, etc. Gatekeepers come from all walks of life and do not require any prior training or education. \nYou can access the registration online. Please contact us if you experience challenges with registration. \nWe look forward to meeting you at an upcoming training session! \nQPR Training Sessions \nMonday\, October 28\, 2024 11:00 AM -1:00 PM
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-10-28-1100a/qpr-training-13/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240924T133452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T182046Z
UID:3267-1731067200-1731070800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 1-hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience: Mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nReducing access to lethal means\, such as firearms and medication\, can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. The CALM course focuses on how to reduce access to the methods people use to kill themselves. It is primarily designed for mental health professionals\, but others who work with people at risk for suicide—such as health care providers and social service professionals—would also benefit. The curriculum covers who needs lethal means counseling and how to collaborate with individuals at risk and their families to create safer environments by reducing access to lethal means. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify who needs lethal means counseling.\nCollaborate with individuals at risk and their families to reduce access to lethal methods.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-11-08-1200p/calm-counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240924T131853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T133851Z
UID:3258-1732021200-1732024800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention and SUDs
DESCRIPTION:Substance misuse is the second most frequent risk factor for suicide. \nThe SP/SUD course is about how to recognize the warning signs of SUD and suicide\, the intersection of SUD and suicide\, and how stigma can affect help seekers and help givers. It is a one-hour virtual training designed for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, and social service professionals. \nThe SP/SUD curriculum covers the facts\, warning signs\, protective factors\, and stigma associated with SUD and suicide\, as well as proactive care strategies to consider. Trainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually\, via Zoom. \nSP/SUD Trainings (virtual):\n• Tuesday\, November 19\, 2024 1:00 -2:00 PM \nFree CEUs will be provided in EMS/LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT from UPMC.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2024-11-19-100p/suicide-prevention-and-suds/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T195550Z
UID:3397-1736251200-1736254800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 1-hour :: Free CEUs for EMS\, LSW\, LCSW\, LPC\, LMFT (provided by UPMC) \nMental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nA virtual training on reducing access to lethal means for individuals at risk of suicide. \nReducing access to lethal means\, such as firearms and medication\, can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. The CALM course focuses on how to reduce access to the methods people use to kill themselves. It is primarily designed for mental health professionals\, but others who work with people at risk for suicide—such as health care providers and social service professionals—would also benefit. The curriculum covers who needs lethal means counseling and how to collaborate with individuals at risk and their families to create safer environments by reducing access to lethal means. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify who needs lethal means counseling.\nCollaborate with individuals at risk and their families to reduce access to lethal methods.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-01-07-1200p/counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means-training-calm/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T200353Z
UID:3398-1736769600-1736773200@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Links to Substance Use Disorder Care (SUD)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 1-hour :: Free CEUs for EMS\, LSW\, LCSW\, LPC\, LMFT (provided by UPMC) \nMental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nA virtual training on reducing access to lethal means for individuals at risk of suicide who have substance use concerns. \nReducing access to lethal means\, such as firearms and medication\, can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. The SP/SUD course focuses on how to reduce access to the methods people use to kill themselves. It is primarily designed for mental health professionals\, but others who work with people at risk for suicide—such as health care providers and social service professionals—would also benefit. The curriculum covers who needs lethal means counseling and how to collaborate with individuals at risk and their families to create safer environments by reducing access to lethal means. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify who needs lethal means counseling.\nUnderstand the intersection of substance use disorder and suicide risk.\nCollaborate with individuals at risk and their families to reduce access to lethal methods.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-01-13-1200p/suicide-prevention-links-to-substance-use-disorder-care-sud/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20240924T132444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T182145Z
UID:3260-1736856000-1736859600@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response (ITIC)
DESCRIPTION:The Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course will describe the role of trauma in both risk for suicide behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. It is a one-hour virtual training primarily designed for those who work with people at risk for suicide\, such as health care providers and social service professionals. \nThe curriculum covers the role of trauma in suicide risk\, the SAMHSA principles of trauma informed care\, as well as specific trauma informed strategies to utilize with survivors of suicide. \nTrainings are open to anyone and will be delivered virtually\, via Zoom. \nITIC Training (virtual):\n• Tuesday\, January 14\, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 PM \nFree CEUs will be provided in EMS/LSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT from UPMC.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-01-14-1200p/integrating-trauma-informed-care-into-suicide-response-itic-12/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T201324Z
UID:3399-1737453600-1737460800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 2-hour :: Free CEUs for EMS\, LSW\, LCSW\, LPC\, LMFT (provided by UPMC) \nMental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nA virtual training on recognizing the warning signs of a suicide crisis and responding effectively. \nQPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) is a two-hour educational program designed to train people as “gatekeepers” to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and respond appropriately. A gatekeeper is someone who is in a position to recognize a crisis and identify when someone may be at risk of suicide. Gatekeepers can be parents\, friends\, teachers\, coaches\, ministers\, doctors\, nurses\, supervisors\, police officers\, and more. The training provides practical steps to question someone about their intent\, persuade them to seek help\, and refer them to appropriate resources. \nNote: Many QPR training sessions are followed by an optional\, 1-hour Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) training directly after the QPR session. You are encouraged to attend both trainings\, but can opt for one or the other independently. Check the registration link below for availability. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nRecognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis.\nEffectively question someone about their desire or intent to die by suicide.\nPersuade individuals to seek help and refer them to appropriate resources.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-01-21-1000a/question-persuade-refer-qpr/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,In-person,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T202026Z
UID:3401-1739534400-1739538000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Links to Substance Use Disorder Care (SUD)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 1-hour :: Free CEUs for EMS\, LSW\, LCSW\, LPC\, LMFT (provided by UPMC) \nMental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nA virtual training on reducing access to lethal means for individuals at risk of suicide who have substance use concerns. \nReducing access to lethal means\, such as firearms and medication\, can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. The SP/SUD course focuses on how to reduce access to the methods people use to kill themselves. It is primarily designed for mental health professionals\, but others who work with people at risk for suicide—such as health care providers and social service professionals—would also benefit. The curriculum covers who needs lethal means counseling and how to collaborate with individuals at risk and their families to create safer environments by reducing access to lethal means. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify who needs lethal means counseling.\nUnderstand the intersection of substance use disorder and suicide risk.\nCollaborate with individuals at risk and their families to reduce access to lethal methods.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-02-14-1200p/suicide-prevention-links-to-substance-use-disorder-care-sud-2/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T220222Z
UID:3402-1739538000-1739541600@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response (ITIC)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 1-hour :: Free CEUs for EMS\, LSW\, LCSW\, LPC\, LMFT (provided by UPMC) \nHealth care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nA virtual training on understanding the role of trauma in suicide risk and supporting survivors of suicide loss. \nThe Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course describes the role of trauma in both risk for suicidal behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. The curriculum covers the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care and provides specific trauma-informed strategies to use with individuals at risk for suicide and survivors of suicide loss. This training is primarily designed for those who work with people at risk for suicide\, such as health care providers and social service professionals. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nUnderstand the role of trauma in suicide risk.\nLearn the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care.\nApply trauma-informed strategies when supporting survivors of suicide loss.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-02-14-100p/integrating-trauma-informed-care-into-suicide-response-itic-13/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T162332Z
UID:3403-1740661200-1740668400@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 2-hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience: Mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nQPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) is a two-hour educational program designed to train people as “gatekeepers” to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and respond appropriately. A gatekeeper is someone who is in a position to recognize a crisis and identify when someone may be at risk of suicide. Gatekeepers can be parents\, friends\, teachers\, coaches\, ministers\, doctors\, nurses\, supervisors\, police officers\, and more. The training provides practical steps to question someone about their intent\, persuade them to seek help\, and refer them to appropriate resources. \nNote: Many QPR training sessions are followed by an optional\, 1-hour Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) training directly after the QPR session. You are encouraged to attend both trainings\, but can opt for one or the other independently. Check the registration link below for availability. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nRecognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis.\nEffectively question someone about their desire or intent to die by suicide.\nPersuade individuals to seek help and refer them to appropriate resources.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-02-27-100p/question-persuade-refer-qpr-2/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Veterans,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T215811Z
UID:3404-1740668400-1740672000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual :: 1-hour :: Free CEUs for EMS\, LSW\, LCSW\, LPC\, LMFT (provided by UPMC) \nMental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members \nA virtual training on reducing access to lethal means for individuals at risk of suicide. \nReducing access to lethal means\, such as firearms and medication\, can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. The CALM course focuses on how to reduce access to the methods people use to kill themselves. It is primarily designed for mental health professionals\, but others who work with people at risk for suicide—such as health care providers and social service professionals—would also benefit. The curriculum covers who needs lethal means counseling and how to collaborate with individuals at risk and their families to create safer environments by reducing access to lethal means. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify who needs lethal means counseling.\nCollaborate with individuals at risk and their families to reduce access to lethal methods.\n\nRegister here \nFor questions related to the training or registration\, contact us at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention.
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-02-27-300p/counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means-training-calm-2/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/flyer-trainings-CALM_flyer_jan-feb-mar-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T132800Z
UID:3405-1741683600-1741687200@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Links to Substance Use Disorder Care (SUD)
DESCRIPTION:2 hours \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nThis training empowers you to become an effective “gatekeeper”—someone who can recognize when an individual may be at risk and take immediate\, appropriate action. The program centers on three key interventions: \n\nQuestion: Initiate a compassionate conversation to explore the individual’s thoughts and feelings about suicide.\nPersuade: Encourage the person to seek and accept professional help.\nRefer: Connect the individual with the proper resources and support services.\n\nBy becoming a gatekeeper\, you help bridge the gap between crisis and care. Given that suicide rates—especially in rural counties of Pennsylvania—exceed national averages\, every community member plays a critical role in prevention. Whether you’re a parent\, teacher\, healthcare provider\, or community leader\, QPR provides you with the knowledge and tools to make a difference. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of suicide prevention techniques\, be able to identify at-risk individuals\, and learn how to effectively intervene and refer individuals to appropriate resources. \nLearning Objectives \n\nRecognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis\nUnderstand the connection between suicide and substance use disorders\nLearn effective gatekeeper interventions (including questioning intent\, persuading help-seeking\, and referring to appropriate resources)\nEmpower individuals to support community suicide prevention initiatives.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-03-11-900a/suicide-prevention-links-to-substance-use-disorder-care-sud-3/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T195744Z
UID:3407-1742461200-1742468400@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:2 hours \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nThis training empowers you to become an effective “gatekeeper”—someone who can recognize when an individual may be at risk and take immediate\, appropriate action. The program centers on three key interventions: \n\nQuestion: Initiate a compassionate conversation to explore the individual’s thoughts and feelings about suicide.\nPersuade: Encourage the person to seek and accept professional help.\nRefer: Connect the individual with the proper resources and support services.\n\nBy becoming a gatekeeper\, you help bridge the gap between crisis and care. Given that suicide rates—especially in rural counties of Pennsylvania—exceed national averages\, every community member plays a critical role in prevention. Whether you’re a parent\, teacher\, healthcare provider\, or community leader\, QPR provides you with the knowledge and tools to make a difference. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of suicide prevention techniques\, be able to identify at-risk individuals\, and learn how to effectively intervene and refer individuals to appropriate resources. \nLearning Objectives \n\nRecognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis\nUnderstand the connection between suicide and substance use disorders\nLearn effective gatekeeper interventions (including questioning intent\, persuading help-seeking\, and referring to appropriate resources)\nEmpower individuals to support community suicide prevention initiatives.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-03-20-900a/question-persuade-refer-qpr-3/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T133003Z
UID:3406-1742468400-1742472000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nReducing access to lethal means (e.g.\, firearms and medications) is a proven strategy that can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. The CALM (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means) course focuses on providing participants with the tools and knowledge to reduce access to lethal methods. Designed primarily for mental health professionals\, this one‑hour virtual training is also beneficial for health care providers\, social service professionals\, and anyone working with individuals at risk for suicide. The curriculum covers how to identify those who may benefit from lethal means counseling and offers practical guidance on collaborating with individuals and their families to create safer environments. \nParticipants will gain practical strategies to reduce access to lethal means\, improve their ability to identify at‑risk individuals\, and learn how to collaborate with families and communities to enhance safety. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify who needs lethal means counseling\nCollaborate with individuals at risk and their families to reduce access to lethal methods.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-03-20-1100a/counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means-training-calm-3/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/flyer-trainings-CALM_flyer_jan-feb-mar-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20241218T193426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T133417Z
UID:3408-1742983200-1742986800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response (ITIC)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nThe Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course describes the role of trauma in both risk for suicidal behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. The curriculum covers the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care and provides specific trauma-informed strategies to use with individuals at risk for suicide and survivors of suicide loss. \nParticipants will understand the role of trauma in suicide risk and coping with loss\, be able to apply trauma-informed care principles\, and use specific strategies to support survivors of suicide loss. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the role of trauma in suicide risk\nLearn the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care\nApply trauma-informed strategies when supporting survivors of suicide loss.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-03-26-1000a/integrating-trauma-informed-care-into-suicide-response-itic-14/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Professional Development,Virtual
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250130T224946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T133827Z
UID:3504-1744286400-1744290000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Links to Substance Use Disorder Care (SUD)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nSubstance misuse is a major risk factor for suicide. The SP/SUD course equips participants with the skills to recognize early warning signs of both substance use disorders and suicide\, while exploring the complex interplay between the two. This training emphasizes how stigma can impact both those seeking help and those providing support. Although open to all\, the course is particularly beneficial for mental health professionals\, healthcare providers\, and social service professionals. The curriculum covers essential facts\, key warning signs\, protective factors\, and strategies to address stigma\, along with proactive care approaches and methods to reduce access to lethal means such as firearms and medications.” \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify and describe the key warning signs and risk factors associated with both substance use disorders and suicide.\nAnalyze the interactions between substance misuse and suicide.\nDescribe how stigma affects both help-seeking and support-providing behaviors.\nImplement proactive intervention strategies—such as reducing access to lethal means—to improve outcomes for at‑risk individuals.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-04-10-1200p/suicide-prevention-links-to-substance-use-disorder-care-sud-4/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250130T224947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T133920Z
UID:3505-1744884000-1744887600@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response (ITIC)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nThe Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course describes the role of trauma in both risk for suicidal behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. The curriculum covers the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care and provides specific trauma-informed strategies to use with individuals at risk for suicide and survivors of suicide loss. \nParticipants will understand the role of trauma in suicide risk and coping with loss\, be able to apply trauma-informed care principles\, and use specific strategies to support survivors of suicide loss. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the role of trauma in suicide risk\nLearn the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care\nApply trauma-informed strategies when supporting survivors of suicide loss.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu” \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-04-17-1000a/integrating-trauma-informed-care-into-suicide-response-itic-15/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250130T224948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T133952Z
UID:3506-1745402400-1745409600@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:2 hours \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nThis training empowers you to become an effective “gatekeeper”—someone who can recognize when an individual may be at risk and take immediate\, appropriate action. The program centers on three key interventions: \n\nQuestion: Initiate a compassionate conversation to explore the individual’s thoughts and feelings about suicide.\nPersuade: Encourage the person to seek and accept professional help.\nRefer: Connect the individual with the proper resources and support services.\n\nBy becoming a gatekeeper\, you help bridge the gap between crisis and care. Given that suicide rates—especially in rural counties of Pennsylvania—exceed national averages\, every community member plays a critical role in prevention. Whether you’re a parent\, teacher\, healthcare provider\, or community leader\, QPR provides you with the knowledge and tools to make a difference. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of suicide prevention techniques\, be able to identify at-risk individuals\, and learn how to effectively intervene and refer individuals to appropriate resources. \nLearning Objectives \n\nRecognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis\nUnderstand the connection between suicide and substance use disorders\nLearn effective gatekeeper interventions (including questioning intent\, persuading help-seeking\, and referring to appropriate resources)\nEmpower individuals to support community suicide prevention initiatives.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu” \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-04-23-1000a/question-persuade-refer-qpr-4/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250220T215713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T173339Z
UID:3681-1746716400-1746720000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Links to Substance Use Disorder Care (SUD)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: ACPE CPE\, AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, ACPE and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nSubstance misuse is a major risk factor for suicide. The SP/SUD course equips participants with the skills to recognize early warning signs of both substance use disorders and suicide\, while exploring the complex interplay between the two. This training emphasizes how stigma can impact both those seeking help and those providing support. Although open to all\, the course is particularly beneficial for mental health professionals\, healthcare providers\, and social service professionals. The curriculum covers essential facts\, key warning signs\, protective factors\, and strategies to address stigma\, along with proactive care approaches and methods to reduce access to lethal means such as firearms and medications.” \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify and describe the key warning signs and risk factors associated with both substance use disorders and suicide.\nAnalyze the interactions between substance misuse and suicide.\nDescribe how stigma affects both help-seeking and support-providing behaviors.\nImplement proactive intervention strategies—such as reducing access to lethal means—to improve outcomes for at‑risk individuals.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-05-08-300p/suicide-prevention-links-to-substance-use-disorder-care-sud-5/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250220T215714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T142837Z
UID:3682-1747303200-1747306800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response (ITIC)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nThe Integrating Trauma Informed Care into Suicide Response course describes the role of trauma in both risk for suicidal behaviors and in coping with suicide loss. The curriculum covers the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care and provides specific trauma-informed strategies to use with individuals at risk for suicide and survivors of suicide loss. \nParticipants will understand the role of trauma in suicide risk and coping with loss\, be able to apply trauma-informed care principles\, and use specific strategies to support survivors of suicide loss. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the role of trauma in suicide risk\nLearn the SAMHSA principles of trauma-informed care\nApply trauma-informed strategies when supporting survivors of suicide loss.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-05-15-1000a/integrating-trauma-informed-care-into-suicide-response-itic-16/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250220T215714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T143903Z
UID:3683-1748509200-1748516400@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:2 hours \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nThis training empowers you to become an effective “gatekeeper”—someone who can recognize when an individual may be at risk and take immediate\, appropriate action. The program centers on three key interventions: \n\nQuestion: Initiate a compassionate conversation to explore the individual’s thoughts and feelings about suicide.\nPersuade: Encourage the person to seek and accept professional help.\nRefer: Connect the individual with the proper resources and support services.\n\nBy becoming a gatekeeper\, you help bridge the gap between crisis and care. Given that suicide rates—especially in rural counties of Pennsylvania—exceed national averages\, every community member plays a critical role in prevention. Whether you’re a parent\, teacher\, healthcare provider\, or community leader\, QPR provides you with the knowledge and tools to make a difference. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of suicide prevention techniques\, be able to identify at-risk individuals\, and learn how to effectively intervene and refer individuals to appropriate resources. \nLearning Objectives \n\nRecognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis\nUnderstand the connection between suicide and substance use disorders\nLearn effective gatekeeper interventions (including questioning intent\, persuading help-seeking\, and referring to appropriate resources)\nEmpower individuals to support community suicide prevention initiatives.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-05-29-900a/question-persuade-refer-qpr-5/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250220T215715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T143954Z
UID:3684-1748516400-1748520000@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Training (CALM)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nReducing access to lethal means (e.g.\, firearms and medications) is a proven strategy that can determine whether a person at risk for suicide lives or dies. The CALM (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means) course focuses on providing participants with the tools and knowledge to reduce access to lethal methods. Designed primarily for mental health professionals\, this one‑hour virtual training is also beneficial for health care providers\, social service professionals\, and anyone working with individuals at risk for suicide. The curriculum covers how to identify those who may benefit from lethal means counseling and offers practical guidance on collaborating with individuals and their families to create safer environments. \nParticipants will gain practical strategies to reduce access to lethal means\, improve their ability to identify at‑risk individuals\, and learn how to collaborate with families and communities to enhance safety. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify who needs lethal means counseling\nCollaborate with individuals at risk and their families to reduce access to lethal methods.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-05-29-1100a/counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means-training-calm-5/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T133243
CREATED:20250220T215716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T173245Z
UID:3685-1749643200-1749646800@www.theresilientveteran.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Links to Substance Use Disorder Care (SUD)
DESCRIPTION:1 hour \nThis activity is approved for the following credit: ACPE CPE\, AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™\, ANCC\, ASWB\, ACPE and AAPA Category 1 CME. \nAudience \nThis training is appropriate for mental health professionals\, health care providers\, social service professionals\, and general public community members. \nPresented by Pitt PERU and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor. \nDescription \nSubstance misuse is a major risk factor for suicide. The SP/SUD course equips participants with the skills to recognize early warning signs of both substance use disorders and suicide\, while exploring the complex interplay between the two. This training emphasizes how stigma can impact both those seeking help and those providing support. Although open to all\, the course is particularly beneficial for mental health professionals\, healthcare providers\, and social service professionals. The curriculum covers essential facts\, key warning signs\, protective factors\, and strategies to address stigma\, along with proactive care approaches and methods to reduce access to lethal means such as firearms and medications.” \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify and describe the key warning signs and risk factors associated with both substance use disorders and suicide.\nAnalyze the interactions between substance misuse and suicide.\nDescribe how stigma affects both help-seeking and support-providing behaviors.\nImplement proactive intervention strategies—such as reducing access to lethal means—to improve outcomes for at‑risk individuals.\n\nClick here to register \nQuestions? Contact Chris at 412-383-3926 or chirdon@pitt.edu \nFunded by the CDC’s Division of Injury Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov
URL:https://www.theresilientveteran.org/event/2025-06-11-1200p/suicide-prevention-links-to-substance-use-disorder-care-sud-6/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Virtual
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