Learning 3 simple steps can help save a life; training set for Tuesday

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and while this is a challenging topic to discuss, having the knowledge and experience to discuss suicide aids in the process of helping someone who is actively in distress.

Centennial Mental Health Center offers a variety of suicide prevention and mental health awareness programs that teach participants how to discuss suicide and the steps to take if they are concerned about a friend, loved one or co-worker.

QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer Gatekeeper Training teaches a simple three-step plan to follow when an individual wants to help someone considering suicide.  

Asking someone if they are thinking about suicide is the first step to helping an individual who is struggling. Anyone and everyone should learn how to ask this life-saving question.

If you are interested in learning the entire process, please plan to attend the upcoming cost-covered training Tuesday, Sept. 6, from 2-3 p.m. Participants have a choice between two locations for the training and are welcome to attend in person at Melissa Memorial Hospital or virtually via secured Zoom at https://securetelehealth.zoom.us/j/5479888087.       

For more information, contact Maranda Miller at events@centennial mhc.org or call 970-520-5603.