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SafeTALK Suicide Prevention Class with MHC

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SafeTALK Suicide Prevention Class with MHC

October 11 @ 9:00 am 1:00 pm

Learn how to support someone’s desire for safety by recognizing the warning signs of suicide, identifying people who are at risk, and applying the TALK steps (Tell, Ask, Listen and KeepSafe) to connect a person to suicide first aid resources. Listed on the national best practice registry, safeTALK allows time for both practice and discussion. safeTALK is based on research that shows people experiencing thoughts of suicide often send out subtle invitations to help them stay safe. This four-hour class is for members of the community over the age of 16 who want to learn and practice the basic best practices in suicide prevention.

OPTIONAL BONUS: Post-workshop discussion led by author Reverend Rachael Keefe on Theology & Suicide Prevention. She’s an expert and author of The Lifesaving Church: Faith Communities and Suicide Prevention, and we are so lucky to have her.  If you plan on staying, email [email protected], who will be placing an order for lunch.