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SUMMARY:AFSP Suicide Bereavement Facilitator Training- Virtual (Adult Track)
DESCRIPTION:The AFSP Suicide Bereavement Facilitator Training equips individuals with the knowledge and tools to create and lead effective support groups for those grieving a suicide loss. Designed for both new and experienced facilitators\, this program supports the development of compassionate\, safe\, and informed group environments. \nTrainings are conducted virtually over three days and are limited to 50 participants to allow for meaningful interaction. Each session features expert-led lectures\, interactive discussions\, and role-playing exercises to provide practical\, hands-on experience. Because of the interactive nature of the training\, participants are required to keep cameras on and remain fully engaged throughout. \nDate: August 7th\, 8th\, and 9th\, 2025. Each day is required.\nTime: 10 am – 2 pm ET each day\nLocation: Virtual- a Zoom link will be provided closer to the training date
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/afsp-suicide-bereavement-facilitator-training-virtual-adult-track/2025-08-09/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T130000
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SUMMARY:Using Location Analysis to Inform Community Suicide Prevention Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the locations where suicide deaths and attempts occur is an important component of a comprehensive suicide prevention approach. In this webinar\, Dr. Kimberly Repp\, Chief Epidemiologist for Washington County\, Oregon\, will review innovative data-driven prevention efforts that were implemented in her county using a novel suicide surveillance system and suicide fatality review process. Dr. Repp will describe how this novel analysis led to different mitigation and prevention strategies\, including outreach and training for hotel staff where suicides had occurred. The Department of Health will also provide a brief overview of location-specific data analysis and trends in Vermont. Attendees are encouraged to bring questions for discussion. \nABOUT THE PRESENTER: \nDr. Kimberly Repp is the Chief Epidemiologist for Washington County\, Oregon\, where she leads the county’s epidemiologic response and oversees the Medical Examiner’s office. With a PhD in Microbiology and an MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics\, her work includes an innovative suicide surveillance system that has been nationally recognized. Dr. Repp continues to advance public health practice through evidence-based interventions grounded in field investigation. \nThis webinar is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through the Vermont Department of Health. \n 
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/using-location-analysis-to-inform-community-suicide-prevention-strategies/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Health and Learning":MAILTO:info@healthandlearning.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091903
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SUMMARY:Umatter® Suicide Prevention Awareness and Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Health and Learning’s Umatter® Suicide Prevention Awareness and Skills Training offers stand-alone 2 hour virtual live session to enhance knowledge\, comfort\, and skills to identify those at risk for suicide in your organization or community. Including resources to get help\, Umatter® Suicide Prevention Awareness and Skills Training provides the fundamental knowledge to build a suicide prevention-aware community or workplace. \nThis training is designed and presented by Center for Health and Learning (CHL) under funding from the VT Department of Mental Health to the VT Suicide Prevention Center\, a public-private partnership between VT DMH and CHL. \nParticipants learn basic knowledge and skills of suicide prevention including societal myths and attitudes\, use of sensitive language\, risk factors and warning signs\, protective factors\, considerations for populations at risk\, examples of what to say and do\, and local and national resources for help. Participants learn a three-step process for talking with someone who presents with risk for suicide. This learning exchange includes a discussion of best practices for suicide prevention in your organization or community setting. \n 
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/umatter-suicide-prevention-awareness-and-skills-training-4/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Health and Learning":MAILTO:info@healthandlearning.org
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091903
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SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Would you give 90 minutes to learn the steps to save a life? Learn the 3-step method during a suicide prevention awareness virtual QPR training. Anyone can make a difference. QPR is an emergency response to someone in a suicide crisis just as CPR is an emergency response to a physical health crisis. See the attached Info Flyer for more details. \nWe invite you to register for QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training via Zoom. This is an interactive training. \nRegister in advance for this meeting by clicking the Zoom registration link below at least one day prior to the training date:\nhttps://nkhs.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F20319 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nThere is no cost for the training and resource materials for participants. The NKHS QPR instructors and Zero Suicide Initiative Team are grateful for donations and grants to help support this valuable training. If you wish\, you may donate to the NKHS Zero Suicide Initiative through our website at https://nkhs.org/donate so we may continue this important work.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-4/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091903
CREATED:20250626T125509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T125509Z
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SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Clinical
DESCRIPTION:CALM Clinical Workshops are designed to introduce those providing counseling services to the rationale of means safety and teach them how to plan for\, initiate and carry out effective conversations with clients and their families about reducing access to lethal means – especially firearms and medications – in times of suicide risk. \nEarn 3.75 FREE CEUs upon completion. \nLed by Mark Margolis\, Psychologist\, MA\, certified trainer in CALM.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means-calm-clinical/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T190000
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CREATED:20250228T215433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T121428Z
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SUMMARY:Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group \nWhere: On-line Participation via Zoom\n\nWhen: Third Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:00 pm\n\nContact: Call or Email Frederic at 802-498-5211 or Frederic.gluck@gmail for details and the Zoom link\n\nYou recently lost a loved one to suicide. Your feelings of grief\, sadness\, shock\, isolation\, anger\, and guilt may seem overwhelming. You may wonder if you will ever recover. These are normal responses. There is help from others who\, like you\, have experienced this tragedy. We want to help you recover and\, most of all\, we want you to know that you are not alone. \nThis support group is open to all family members and friends of a loved one who has died by suicide. People of all ages\, occupations\, and religious affiliations are welcome. There is no fee\, and you are welcome to attend as often as you would like.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/survivors-of-suicide-loss-support-group/2025-08-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T150000
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CREATED:20250626T193427Z
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SUMMARY:Vermont Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vermont Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting\nThursday\, August 21st\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Registration starts at 10:30 AM)\nCapitol Plaza Hotel\, 100 State Street\, Montpelier VT \nFood and beverages provided. \nRegistration & Networking: 10:30-11:00 am; Meeting 11:00 am-3:00 pm; Lunch 12:00-12:30 pm (lunch and refreshments included) \nDescription:\nWe are looking forward to our recurring VT data brief\, as well as updates on state grants. Reflecting on priorities for 2025\, we will hold an advisory session on the implementation of our Strategic Plan\, as well as an afternoon session focused on examples\, key resources\, and next steps for initiating or enhancing regional suicide prevention groups. \nPlease reach out to Zan Lewis at zan@healthandlearning.org with any questions. \nThank you for joining us! We look forward to seeing you.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/vermont-suicide-prevention-coalition-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Capitol Plaza\, 100 State Street\, Montpelier VT\, VT\, 05602\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250606T155825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T184201Z
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SUMMARY:Facing Suicide Together Through Stories of Hope and Healing
DESCRIPTION:Facing Suicide Together Through Stories of Hope and Healing \nPlease join us for a special event celebrating courageous Vermonters impacted by suicide who’ve shared personal stories of resilience and hope! In an effort to save lives and spread hope\, people across our state are sharing their bold voices and brave hearts in the Real Stories portion of our FacingSuicideVT.com campaign. With your presence\, build community with us\, enjoy refreshments\, learn something new\, and most importantly — uplift lived experience voices in suicide prevention. \nThis reception will feature Live Storytelling\, a Screening\, and Panel Discussion. \nDoors open at 3:30 (refreshments and mingling).  Program starts promptly at 4 pm. \nRegistration required \nAgenda \n\nInternational speaker\, trainer\, author and Suicide Prevention Specialist\, Sarah Gaer provides a keynote address\nLive storytelling plus FacingSuicideVT.com Real Stories will be screened/shared\nVermonters featured in the statewide campaign discuss aspects of sharing their stories publicly\nThe power and importance of elevating lived experience voices in suicide prevention will be explored\nEnjoy refreshments\, community\, and resource tables\n\nIf your organization is interested in partnering or for questions about the event\, contact JenFacingSuicideVT@gmail.com. \nFor more information about the keynote speaker\, Sarah Gaer\, go to: www.sarahgaer.com.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/facing-suicide-vt-real-stories-celebration-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Capitol Plaza\, 100 State Street\, Montpelier VT\, VT\, 05602\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Health and Learning":MAILTO:info@healthandlearning.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250805T154354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T154354Z
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SUMMARY:Caring Communities
DESCRIPTION:Caring Communities: Guidance for Supporting Survivors of Suicide Loss is a one-hour presentation is designed to provide participants with information\, resources\, and practical guidance on how to support someone who has experienced a recent loss to suicide. \nParticipants will: \nUnderstand suicide as a complex health issue\nUnderstand the impact of suicide on loss survivors\nLearn practical ways to support suicide loss survivors in various settings\nBecome familiar with available resources for suicide loss survivors
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/caring-communities/
ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250702T131247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T131247Z
UID:10001002-1756468800-1756472400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Overview Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Kevin Crowley will discuss key considerations for using CAMS as an assessment and treatment model and will discuss the research base and studies supporting this model. Participants will learn about opportunities to participate in Free CAMS trainings. \nLearning Objectives:\n1.) Describe opportunities and challenges of the CAMS framework.\n2.) Describe the evidence base supporting the CAMS framework\n3.) Identify the primary elements of the CAMS framework. \nThis FREE webinar is offered with funding from Four Pines Fund and the Vermont Department of Mental Health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-cams-overview-webinar/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250702T131349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T131349Z
UID:10001001-1756468800-1756472400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Overview Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Kevin Crowley will discuss key considerations for using CAMS as an assessment and treatment model and will discuss the research base and studies supporting this model. Participants will learn about opportunities to participate in Free CAMS trainings. \n1 CE available \nLearning Objectives:\n1.) Describe opportunities and challenges of the CAMS framework.\n2.) Describe the evidence base supporting the CAMS framework\n3.) Identify the primary elements of the CAMS framework. \nThis FREE webinar is offered with funding from Four Pines Fund and the Vermont Department of Mental Health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-cams-overview-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250819T200538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T200538Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Suicide: Real Stories\, Root Causes\, and Pathways to Healing
DESCRIPTION:Suicide is the second leading cause of death among Vermonters aged 15-44. Just as troubling\, 14% of high school students report having made a suicide plan in the past year. These startling statistics highlight a national challenge—each year\, more than 13 million U.S. adults seriously consider suicide. \nWhy are so many people in Vermont—and across the country—impacted by suicide? And more importantly\, what can we do to help them find hope and healing? \nIn recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month\, we’re bringing together voices from across the field—people with lived experience of suicide\, clinicians\, and frontline providers—to explore what’s really driving suicidal despair and what we know about how to support people through it. \nPanelists will share both personal and professional insights into the emotional\, social\, and systemic factors that drive suicidality\, and the innovative approaches that offer real pathways to recovery. Together\, we’ll learn about Four Pines Fund’s work to transform suicide care in Vermont and across the U.S.\, and explore what compassionate\, effective support looks like in practice.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/understanding-suicide-real-stories-root-causes-and-pathways-to-healing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
UID:10001461-1757073600-1757077200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:CAMS 2025: FALL COHORT & CONSULTATION CALLS
DESCRIPTION:The VPQHC CAMS Fall Cohort has two primary elements: \n1. CAMS Foundational Online Video Training (3 CEs can be purchased for $36) The cost of the training ($99) is covered through our grants. \n2. CAMS Consultation Calls (4 FREE CEs available): After completing the Foundational Online Training clinicians will participate in at least four out of eight CAMS Consultation Calls\, scheduled every other week.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-2025-fall-cohort-consultation-calls-3/2025-09-05/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250729T213640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T213640Z
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SUMMARY:Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM Conversations)
DESCRIPTION:Many people who are at risk of suicide don’t seek help—but they often show signs they’re struggling. Friends\, family\, and community members are in a powerful position to notice these signals and offer support. \nCALM Conversations is a free\, no-experience-needed workshop that helps you do just that. \nParticipants will learn how to:\nRecognize suicide warning signs\nTalk with someone who may be at risk\nReduce access to lethal means\, especially firearms\nOffer support in a calm\, non-judgmental way \nEarn 2 FREE CEUs upon completion. \nLed by Mark Margolis\, Psychologist\, MA\, certified trainer in CALM.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/counseling-on-access-to-lethal-means-calm-conversations/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250708T133430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T133430Z
UID:10001007-1757419200-1757422800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Suicide Care for Autistic Youth Training
DESCRIPTION:DATE: Tuesday September 9\, 2025\nTIME: 12PM – 1PM EST\nVIRTUAL: a zoom link will be provided to attendees\nCOST: Free\nWHO ITS FOR: PCPs\, Care Coordinators\, and Mental Health Providers \nVTCPAP is proud to partner with the Vermont Center for Children\, Youth & Families (VCCYF)  to present a one-hour virtual training\, Suicide Care for Autistic Youth\, led by Lisa Morgan\, LCSW-CC\, M.Ed.\, and Brenna Maddox\, Ph.D.  \nThe session will cover the prevalence and risk factors associated with autism and suicide\, identify key warning signs\, and provide practical crisis supports and resources. Participants will leave better equipped to confidently care for autistic patients within their practice.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/suicide-care-for-autistic-youth-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250630T132204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T132204Z
UID:10001005-1757505600-1757520000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:CAMS-4Teens Live Online Training
DESCRIPTION:CAMS-4Teens™ was developed to train clinicians on how to adapt and implement the CAMS Framework® and the Suicide Status Form (SSF) for youth ages 12 and older. \nThe training also provides updated information on the nature\, epidemiology\, and prevention of youth suicide\, including a specific focus on reducing access to lethal means and how to work within and across systems of care. \n4 CEs available for purchase from CAMS-Care after completing the training. \nParticipants need to have previously completed the CAMS Foundational Video\, Role Play Training\, and Consultation Calls.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-4teens-live-online-training-3/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250710T115716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T125410Z
UID:10001009-1757577600-1757604600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Vermont Suicide Prevention Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The day-long conference will include presentations\, workshops\, and networking opportunities featuring leading voices in the field from Vermont\, New England\, and beyond. The focus of the event is equitable\, sustainable\, and comprehensive suicide prevention education with sessions designed for mental health clinicians\, peer support workers\, advocates & families\, individuals with lived experience\, healthcare providers\, educators\, and community members. The Symposium is hosted by the Vermont Collaborative for Practice Improvement & Innovation in partnership with the Vermont Department of Mental Health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/vermont-suicide-prevention-symposium-2/
LOCATION:DoubleTree Burlington\, 870 Williston Rd\, South Burlington\, VT\, 05403\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Cooperative for Practice Improvement and Innovation":MAILTO:info@vtcpi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
UID:10001384-1757678400-1757682000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:CAMS 2025: FALL COHORT & CONSULTATION CALLS
DESCRIPTION:The VPQHC CAMS Fall Cohort has two primary elements: \n1. CAMS Foundational Online Video Training (3 CEs can be purchased for $36) The cost of the training ($99) is covered through our grants. \n2. CAMS Consultation Calls (4 FREE CEs available): After completing the Foundational Online Training clinicians will participate in at least four out of eight CAMS Consultation Calls\, scheduled every other week.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-2025-fall-cohort-consultation-calls-3/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250721T164318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164318Z
UID:10001013-1757754000-1757806200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Rutland Area Out of the Darkness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Together\, we’re leading the fight against suicide\nThe Community Walks\, held in hundreds of cities across the country\, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement\, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause\, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends\, family members\, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side\, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost. \nNow\, more than ever\, it’s important to be there for one another and take steps to safeguard our mental health and prevent suicide.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/rutland-area-out-of-the-darkness-walk/
LOCATION:Main Stree Park Rutand VT\, 5 S Main Street\, Rutland\, VT\, 05701\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250721T164443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164444Z
UID:10001011-1757755800-1757806200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Newport Out of the Darkness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Together\, we’re leading the fight against suicide!\nThe Community Walks\, held in hundreds of cities across the country\, are the core of the Out of the Darkness movement\, which began in 2004. These events give people the courage to open up about their own connections to the cause\, and a platform to create a culture that’s smarter about mental health. Friends\, family members\, neighbors and coworkers walk side-by-side\, supporting each other and in memory of those we’ve lost. \nNow\, more than ever\, it’s important to be there for one another and take steps to safeguard our mental health and prevent suicide.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/newport-out-of-the-darkness-walk-2/
LOCATION:North Country Union High School\, 209 Veterans Avenue\, Newport\, 05855\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250729T212835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T213411Z
UID:10001383-1757937600-1757944800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:The Safety Planning Intervention: A Skill Building Training Using the Stanley Brown Tool
DESCRIPTION:The Stanley Brown Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) is a brief\, evidence-based approach designed to reduce suicide risk by helping individuals recognize warning signs\, build coping strategies\, and identify sources of support. \nThis free training offers an overview of the Stanley Brown SPI tool and provides hands-on practice to help participants build confidence in using the intervention with people experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors. \nEarn 2 FREE CEUs upon completion. \nLed by Mark Margolis\, Psychologist\, MA\, certified trainer in CALM.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/the-safety-planning-intervention-a-skill-building-training-using-the-stanley-brown-tool-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250806T181642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T181642Z
UID:10001389-1758015000-1758022200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Q = Question P = Persuade R = Refer
DESCRIPTION:Would you give 90 minutes to save a life? \n“Like CPR\, QPR is an emergency response to someone in a suicide crisis. Also\, like CPR in the Chain of Survival from a life-threatening medical crisis\, early recognition of warning signs\, early intervention and early professional assessment and care can save lives.” – QPR Institute \nNKHS offers QPR introduction to suicide training for adults and caretakers to raise awareness\, dispel myths and misconceptions\, and teach three skills that can help save a life. A QPR trainee will learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide\, how to offer hope\, and how to get help. \nWhat to expect in the 90 minute Zoom training:\nA pre & post training survey\nAn interactive training with time for questions\, comments\, and reactions\nIntroductory videos\nLearn QPR\nReview common myths\, misconceptions\, and statistics about suicide and warning signs of suicidal behavior\, how to question\, persuade\, and refer to offer hope \nCertified QPR instructors are available after the formal training to talk with participants. Participants receive Northeast Kingdom\, Vermont\, and national suicide prevention contacts\, the QPR booklet\, and a Certificate of Completion.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/q-question-p-persuade-r-refer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
UID:10001406-1758283200-1758286800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:CAMS 2025: FALL COHORT & CONSULTATION CALLS
DESCRIPTION:The VPQHC CAMS Fall Cohort has two primary elements: \n1. CAMS Foundational Online Video Training (3 CEs can be purchased for $36) The cost of the training ($99) is covered through our grants. \n2. CAMS Consultation Calls (4 FREE CEs available): After completing the Foundational Online Training clinicians will participate in at least four out of eight CAMS Consultation Calls\, scheduled every other week.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-2025-fall-cohort-consultation-calls-3/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250721T163954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T163954Z
UID:10001014-1758358800-1758387600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Pedal for Prevention Gravel Ride
DESCRIPTION:Greetings Pedal for Prevention Riders! \nSeptember is National Suicide Prevention Month. We are excited to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Please consider a donation in addition to your registration. Every dollar\, every rider\, every shared moment contributes to breaking the stigma and providing support. All donations are 100% tax-deductible and directly support AFSP’s research\, education\, advocacy and support programs
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/pedal-for-prevention-gravel-ride/
ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
UID:10001407-1758888000-1758891600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:CAMS 2025: FALL COHORT & CONSULTATION CALLS
DESCRIPTION:The VPQHC CAMS Fall Cohort has two primary elements: \n1. CAMS Foundational Online Video Training (3 CEs can be purchased for $36) The cost of the training ($99) is covered through our grants. \n2. CAMS Consultation Calls (4 FREE CEs available): After completing the Foundational Online Training clinicians will participate in at least four out of eight CAMS Consultation Calls\, scheduled every other week.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-2025-fall-cohort-consultation-calls-3/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250821T123719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T123719Z
UID:10001394-1758938400-1758992400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Film Screen "Tales of Harsh Gruder"
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at 2pm for “Talk Saves Lives followed by “Tales of Harsh Gruder” a darkly comic yet deeply moving short (30 min.) film that stimulates important conversations about depression\, disillusionment\, and suicidal thoughts without didactic heavy-handedness. The very real\, often comical\, complicated and sometimes contradictory actions and circumstances confronting the film’s main characters provokes questions not simple answers – this is no morality play\, nor an instructional video. A community Conversation will follow
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/film-screen-tales-of-harsh-gruder/
LOCATION:Film House\, 62 Lake Street\, Burlington\, Vermont\, 05819\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250821T123912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T123912Z
UID:10001393-1758981600-1758985200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Talk Saves Lives
DESCRIPTION:Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention is AFSP’s 60-minute flagship suicide prevention education program that covers the scope of this leading cause of death\, what the research has found to be the warning signs and risk factors of suicide\, and the strategies that prevent it.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/talk-saves-lives-2/
LOCATION:Film House\, 62 Lake Street\, Burlington\, Vermont\, 05819\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250929T202911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T202925Z
UID:10001399-1759082400-1759089600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Not Your Grandma's Bingo
DESCRIPTION:September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month\, and so we’re dedicating this month’s Bingo Night to help support the Central Vermont Out of the Darkness Walk to fight suicide. \n$10/card \nAll proceeds go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention \nFeaturing D.J. J.Rad
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/not-your-grandmas-bingo/
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250909T195652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T195652Z
UID:10001395-1759233600-1759237200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Umatter® Suicide Prevention Awareness Overview
DESCRIPTION:To commemorate National Suicide Prevention Month\, CHL is offering this Umatter® training free of charge. \nWhen: Tuesday\, September 30\, 2025\, 12:00-1:00pm\nTrainer: Cristina Maddocks\, M.S. (she/her) Suicide Prevention and Umatter® Program Specialist\nWhere: Virtual Live Event\nCost: Free \nAbout this Training: \nIn this workshop\, participants learn basic knowledge and skills of suicide prevention\, including societal myths and attitudes\, use of sensitive language\, risk factors and warning signs\, protective factors\, considerations for populations at risk\, and local and national resources for help. This learning exchange includes a discussion of best practices for suicide prevention in your organization or community setting. \nPlease contact Cristina Maddocks at cristina@healthandlearning.org for more information.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/umatter-suicide-prevention-awareness-overview/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Health and Learning":MAILTO:info@healthandlearning.org
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091904
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
UID:10001408-1759492800-1759496400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:CAMS 2025: FALL COHORT & CONSULTATION CALLS
DESCRIPTION:The VPQHC CAMS Fall Cohort has two primary elements: \n1. CAMS Foundational Online Video Training (3 CEs can be purchased for $36) The cost of the training ($99) is covered through our grants. \n2. CAMS Consultation Calls (4 FREE CEs available): After completing the Foundational Online Training clinicians will participate in at least four out of eight CAMS Consultation Calls\, scheduled every other week.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cams-2025-fall-cohort-consultation-calls-3/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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