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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260713T174357
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-23/
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260713T174357
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174357
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001558-1787216400-1787227200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174357
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001557-1787130000-1787140800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T163000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174357
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Fall Role Play Training
DESCRIPTION:A CAMS-care consultant will lead a full-day experiential workshop\, demonstrating the use of CAMS through live\, unscripted role-plays based on real patient scenarios. Attending clinicians will actively participate in these role-plays\, designed to build confidence in applying CAMS assessments and interventions. \nWhat to expect:\n– Interactive exercises to practice using CAMS\n– Demonstrations of the use of CAMS in live\, unscripted role plays\n– Group discussions to strategize challenging case presentations\, different techniques and tactics\, and application to specific patient populations\n– Recommendations for implementation in systems\n– Opportunity of one-on-one questions with trainers \nParticipants must complete the CAMS Foundational Online Video and commit to attending four CAMS consultation calls before being assigned to this training. \n7 CEs available for purchase from CAMS upon completion of training. \nLocation: Remote. \nWho should attend? This workshop is intended for clinicians who have completed the CAMS Foundational Online Video training and are ready to deepen their practical skills. It is especially valuable for providers preparing to use CAMS in real-world clinical settings\, and for those seeking hands-on experience to reinforce fidelity\, confidence\, and effectiveness in delivering suicide-specific care. \nFor more information about this training\, please reach out to Charlotte Lyman\, Training and Administrative Coordinator (charlottel@vpqhc.org)
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-camsfall-role-play-training/
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:20260818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174357
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SUMMARY:Supporting Caregivers During Youth Suicide Risk
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. \nThe session will highlight approaches for fostering resilience and coordinated care. \n1 continuing education credit approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/supporting-caregivers-during-youth-suicide-risk/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001556-1787043600-1787054400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001555-1786957200-1786968000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T103000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T145500Z
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SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Would you give 90 minutes to save a life? NKHS 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. \nQPR is an emergency response to someone in a suicide crisis just as CPR is an emergency response to a physical health crisis. \nWe invite you to register for QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training via Zoom. This training is interactive. There is no cost for the training and resource materials for participants thanks to support from Vermont Department of Health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-6/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T120000
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UID:10001554-1786870800-1786881600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001553-1786784400-1786795200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T110000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260616T145530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T145530Z
UID:10001541-1786699800-1786705200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Would you give 90 minutes to save a life? NKHS 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. \nQPR is an emergency response to someone in a suicide crisis just as CPR is an emergency response to a physical health crisis. \nWe invite you to register for QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training via Zoom. This training is interactive. There is no cost for the training and resource materials for participants thanks to support from Vermont Department of Health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-7/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001552-1786698000-1786708800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-14/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001551-1786611600-1786622400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001550-1786525200-1786536000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001549-1786438800-1786449600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001548-1786352400-1786363200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001547-1786266000-1786276800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-09/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001546-1786179600-1786190400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260427T163924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T163924Z
UID:10001525-1786104000-1786107600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Overview
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is an opportunity to learn more about the CAMS Framework and the evidence base behind the model. Dr. Kevin Crowley provides an overview of the evidence-based CAMS framework and its benefits in clinical practice. Dr. Crowley discusses key considerations for using CAMS as an assessment and treatment model and discusses the research base and studies supporting this model. \n1 continuing education credit approved through the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers. \nLocation: Remote. \nWho should attend? This session is ideal for clinicians\, care managers\, mental health providers\, and other healthcare professionals who are considering CAMS training and want to better understand how CAMS can be effectively integrated into clinical workflows to support suicide-specific care. \nThis free training is available for clinicians providing care for clients in Vermont.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-cams-overview/
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:20260807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001545-1786093200-1786104000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-07/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163401Z
UID:10001544-1786006800-1786017600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/2026-08-06/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260630T163345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T163345Z
UID:10001911-1786006800-1786017600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Work with kids? Have kids? Know kids?\nLearn how to talk to them about mental health. Join Washington County Mental Health Services as we meet in Barre for this 2-part course to get certified in Youth Mental Health first Aid. In partnership with Vermont Care Partners this grant funded class is offered at no cost.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T143000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260408T194927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194927Z
UID:10001520-1785762000-1785767400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Supporting Communities After Death by Suicide: Best Practices and Resources in Postvention
DESCRIPTION:In the wake of a suicide death\, communities are often left grieving\, searching for answers\, and unsure how best to support those most affected. This webinar will provide guidance on effective and compassionate postvention practices for first responders\, service providers\, and community members across Vermont. \nPanelists from local and statewide organizations will share practical strategies\, available resources\, and real-world lessons learned to help reduce risk\, promote healing\, and strengthen community response. \nParticipants will gain a clearer understanding of how coordinated postvention efforts can both support bereaved families and serve as a critical component of suicide prevention. \n1.5 continuing education credits are approved through Vermont’s Office of Professional Regulation for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, First Responders\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers. \nLocation: Remote \nWho Should Attend? First Responders (EMT\, Fire\, Rescue\, DA Emergency Services Staff\, etc.)\, Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Psychologists\, Psychoanalysts\, Social Workers\, Community Health Workers\, Medical Staff\, Healthcare Professionals \nThis free training is available for clinicians providing care for clients in Vermont.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/supporting-communities-after-death-by-suicide-best-practices-and-resources-in-postvention/
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:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260422T125043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T125043Z
UID:10001524-1784797200-1784822400@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Silver Lining invites you to register for a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. \nThese free\, grant-funded trainings are open to Vermonters and those who serve and support Vermonters through generous support from Vermont Care Partners (VCP). Each class has limited space (30 participants). \nIn many communities\, MHFA certification costs $100–$200. Through VCP funding\, you can earn your three-year certification at no cost. \nThe goal of MHFA is to build empowered\, connected communities by helping people recognize signs of mental health challenges and respond effectively. You’ll learn a five-step action plan to offer support\, encourage professional help\, and connect individuals to community resources. \nThis training is brought to you by generous funding through Vermont Care Partners (VCP) Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) grant funds. Current grants include The Vermont Department of Health’s Garrett Lee Smith grant\, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Mental Health Awareness Training grant\, and the Vermont Department of Mental Health AWARE grant.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/virtual-adult-mental-health-first-aid-5/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260616T145550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T145550Z
UID:10001540-1784550600-1784556000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Would you give 90 minutes to save a life? NKHS 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. \nQPR is an emergency response to someone in a suicide crisis just as CPR is an emergency response to a physical health crisis. \nWe invite you to register for QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training via Zoom. This training is interactive. There is no cost for the training and resource materials for participants thanks to support from Vermont Department of Health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-8/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T123000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260311T151859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T151859Z
UID:10001497-1784543400-1784550600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Foundational Safety Planning Intervention (SPI) Using the Stanley Brown
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. \nParticipants will learn how to understand the structure and components of the Stanley Brown SPI form and practice administering SPI through interactive role-play exercises. \n2 continuing education credits approved for Allied Mental Health Practitioners\, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors\, Psychoanalysts\, Psychologists\, and Social Workers.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/foundational-safety-planning-intervention-spi-using-the-stanley-brown-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:20260716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174358
CREATED:20260422T124900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T124900Z
UID:10001523-1784192400-1784214000@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Silver Lining invites you to register for a virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. \nThese free\, grant-funded trainings are open to Vermonters and those who serve and support Vermonters through generous support from Vermont Care Partners (VCP). Each class has limited space (30 participants). \nIn many communities\, MHFA certification costs $100–$200. Through VCP funding\, you can earn your three-year certification at no cost. \nThe goal of MHFA is to build empowered\, connected communities by helping people recognize signs of mental health challenges and respond effectively. You’ll learn a five-step action plan to offer support\, encourage professional help\, and connect individuals to community resources. \nThis training is brought to you by generous funding through Vermont Care Partners (VCP) Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) grant funds. Current grants include The Vermont Department of Health’s Garrett Lee Smith grant\, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Mental Health Awareness Training grant\, and the Vermont Department of Mental Health AWARE grant.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/virtual-youth-mental-health-first-aid-4/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://facingsuicidevt.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MHFA_Logo_Vertical-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Silver Lining":MAILTO:sunny@sunshinesilverlining.com
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