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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-6/
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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:20251209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251117T173951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T173951Z
UID:10001465-1765303200-1765310400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:The S Word
DESCRIPTION:Washington County Mental Health Services presents: The S Word \nJoin us for a powerful film about hope\, connection and the importance of talking about suicide.\nA free community screening followed by a panel discussion with local voices in suicide prevention. \nTue Dec 9th 6:00pm – 8:00pm\nThe Savoy Theater\n6 Main St\, Montpelier\, VT
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/the-s-word/
LOCATION:The Savoy Theater\, 6 Main St\, Montpelier\, 05602\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington Country Mental Health":MAILTO:cara.cascadden@wcmhs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251204T024544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T024544Z
UID:10001471-1765123200-1765132200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:"Can't Look Away" Film screening and community conversation
DESCRIPTION:Can’t Look Away is a gripping documentary that exposes the dark side of social media and its devastating impact on young users. There will be a community conversation following the screening.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/cant-look-away-film-screening-and-community-conversation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251121T001708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T001708Z
UID:10001466-1764784800-1764788400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Volunteer 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an AFSP 101 Orientation to find out how to get involved with the fight to stop suicide. \nAFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies: \nFunding scientific research\nEducating the public about mental health and suicide prevention\nAdvocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention\nSupporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/american-foundation-for-suicide-prevention-volunteer-101/
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251006T130108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T153750Z
UID:10001402-1763805600-1763816400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:International Survivor of Suicide Loss Day - Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection\, understanding\, and hope through their shared experience. \nThis event is for Survivors of Suicide Loss only. \nThis event will be hosted at: \nKellogg- Hubbard Library – East Montpelier Room \n135 Main Street\nMontpelier\, VT 05602
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/international-survivor-of-suicide-loss-day/
LOCATION:Kellogg- Hubbard Library\, 135 Main Street\, Montpelier\, 05602\, 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:20251122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251006T130214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T155429Z
UID:10001401-1763805600-1763812800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day - Rutland
DESCRIPTION:International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection\, understanding\, and hope through their shared experience. \nThis event is for Survivors of Suicide Loss only. \nThis event will be hosted at: \nRutland Regional Medical Center \n160 Allen St\nConference Room A\nRutland\, Vermont 05701
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/international-survivors-of-suicide-loss-day/
LOCATION:Rutland Regional Medical Center\, 160 Allen St\, 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:20251122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251105T152955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T152955Z
UID:10001462-1763803800-1763834400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:AFSP - Pickle for Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Rally for a cause! Play pickleball\, build community & support suicide prevention. Every point counts—let’s serve up hope together!\n\n\nAFSP Pickle for Prevention – Limited Spots! \nCome join us at The EDGE Sports & Fitness for a fun-filled day of pickleball to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner\, this event is open to players of all levels. Let’s rally together to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention. Don’t miss out on the chance to play pickleball for a great cause!
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/afsp-pickle-for-prevention/
LOCATION:The EDGE Sports & Fitness\, 142 West Twin Oaks Terrace\, South Burlington\, VT\, 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:20251122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251006T130545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T153422Z
UID:10001400-1763802000-1763812800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day - White River Junction
DESCRIPTION:International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection\, understanding\, and hope through their shared experience. \nThis event is for Survivors of Suicide Loss only. \nThis event will occur at: \nHampton Inn White River Junction \nMaple Room \n104 Ballardvale Drive \nWhite River Junction\, VT 05001 \n 
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/international-survivors-of-suicide-loss-day-2/
LOCATION:Hampton Inn White River Junction\, 104 Ballardvale Drive\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, 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:20251120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251020T123518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T123518Z
UID:10001405-1763640000-1763643600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Supporting Caregivers in Times of Suicide Care Need
DESCRIPTION:Join this one-hour learning session to strengthen support for caregivers who are supporting youth with suicide care needs. \nParticipants will learn about family-centered communication strategies\, practical tools such as safety planning\, and community resources to address both acute and ongoing challenges. \nLed by Andrew Rosenfeld\, MD and Greta Spottswood\, MD\, MPH\, the session will highlight approaches for fostering resilience and coordinated care. \n1 free CEU is available for the following professions:\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\nAllied Mental Health Practitioners\nPsychoanalysts\nPsychologists\nSocial Workers \nWho should attend: Primary Care Providers and Medical Staff\, Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Psychologists\, Psychoanalysts\, Social Workers\, Community Health Workers\, Medical and Nursing Students
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/supporting-caregivers-in-times-of-suicide-care-need/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250922T184700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T184700Z
UID:10001398-1763627400-1763638200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Umatter® for Schools Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:This 2-session virtual course teaches teams of school staff* about engaging in suicide prevention in the school setting\, including overviews of these three school-level outcomes: \n\nAwareness\nCurriculum\nProtocols\n\nThis course includes both asynchronous\, self-paced work and live Zoom sessions. \nThursday\, November 13\, 2025 – 8:30 am – 11:30 am \nThursday\, November 20\, 2025 – 8:30 am – 11:30 am \nPresenter: Cristina Maddocks\, M.S. (she/her) Suicide Prevention and Umatter® Program Specialist \n*School professionals and designated agency staff working in any school-based capacity \n 
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/umatter-for-schools-fall-2025/2025-11-20/
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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:20251113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250922T184700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T184700Z
UID:10001397-1763022600-1763033400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Umatter® for Schools Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:This 2-session virtual course teaches teams of school staff* about engaging in suicide prevention in the school setting\, including overviews of these three school-level outcomes: \n\nAwareness\nCurriculum\nProtocols\n\nThis course includes both asynchronous\, self-paced work and live Zoom sessions. \nThursday\, November 13\, 2025 – 8:30 am – 11:30 am \nThursday\, November 20\, 2025 – 8:30 am – 11:30 am \nPresenter: Cristina Maddocks\, M.S. (she/her) Suicide Prevention and Umatter® Program Specialist \n*School professionals and designated agency staff working in any school-based capacity \n 
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/umatter-for-schools-fall-2025/2025-11-13/
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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:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250912T193947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T193947Z
UID:10001396-1761739200-1761742800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Navigating Collaboration with Differing Levels of Risk Tolerance Around Suicidality
DESCRIPTION:Tolerating and managing suicide risk looks different across the continuum of care. These differences can lead to misaligned expectations and challenging handoffs for individuals at risk. \nThis free webinar offers a practical framework for understanding how tolerance of suicide risk varies by setting and professional role\, and how teams can collaborate to support safe\, person-centered care and smoother transitions. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \nRecognize the function of different settings and professional roles within the suicide care pathway continuum. \nUnderstand factors that affect tolerance of suicide risk in diverse settings. \nIdentify strategies for addressing different levels of tolerance when collaborating across settings for individuals with suicide risk. \n1 FREE CEU approved for the following professions: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \nAllied Mental Health Professionals \nPsychoanalysts \nPsychologists \nSocial Work
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/navigating-collaboration-with-differing-levels-of-risk-tolerance-around-suicidality/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20251016T184448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T123717Z
UID:10001404-1761732000-1761778800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Caring Communities
DESCRIPTION:Caring Communities: Guidance for Supporting Survivors of Suicide Loss is a one-hour presentation designed to provide participants with information\, resources\, and practical guidance on how to support someone who has experienced a recent loss to suicide.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/caring-communities-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250804T124819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T124819Z
UID:10001387-1760778000-1760785200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Burlington Out of the Darkness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a day of hope and healing!\nParticipate \nRegister today! There is no registration fee to attend a Community Walk. \nVolunteer: Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Burlington Walk a success. \nSponsorship\nSponsoring the Burlington Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/burlington-out-of-the-darkness-walk/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Park Pavillion\, 1000 Dorset Street\, South Burlington\, VT\, 05403\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250821T125935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T125935Z
UID:10001392-1760605200-1760612400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:An Overview of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Protocol: A Public Health Approach to Reducing Suicide\, Reducing Liability\, and Redirecting Scarce Resources Across States and Nations\, in Healthcare & Beyond \nThis free workshop will review the development of the C-SSRS and its administration\, covering its items predictive of increased risk. Participants will learn about how to administer the screening version of the tool and how to interpret results. \nThis free training led by Adam Lesser\, MSW\, LCSW\, will teach you how to use the C-SSRS to: \nIdentify if someone is thinking about suicide\nAssess the severity of their risk\nDetermine the right level of support \n1.5 FREE CEUs approved for the following professions: \nAlcohol and Drug Counselors \nAllied Mental Health Professionals \nPsychoanalysts \nPsychological Examiners \nSocial Work
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/an-overview-of-the-columbia-suicide-severity-rating-scale-c-ssrs-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
UID:10001409-1760097600-1760101200@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-3/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250226T215405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T215405Z
UID:10000525-1759917600-1759924800@facingsuicidevt.com
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-5/
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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:20251005T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250804T124947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T124947Z
UID:10001386-1759653000-1759707000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Central Vermont Out of the Darkness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a day of hope and healing on the State Capital Lawn! \nRegister today! There is no registration fee to attend a Community Walk. \nVolunteer: Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help to make the Central Vermont Walk a success. \nSend an email to evagzaret@gmail.com to submit a volunteer application. \nSponsorship: Sponsoring the Central Vermont Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/central-vermont-out-of-the-darkness-walk/
LOCATION:State House Lawn\, 115 State Street\, Montpelier\, 05633\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
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:20250928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250821T123912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T123912Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250821T123719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T123719Z
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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:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
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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:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250721T163954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T163954Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250729T212740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T153956Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250806T181642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T181642Z
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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:20250915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250729T212835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T213411Z
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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:20250913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250721T164443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164444Z
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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:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212621
CREATED:20250721T164318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164318Z
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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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