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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/
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:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T130000
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Community of Practice: Exploring Direct and Indirect Drivers
DESCRIPTION:The CAMS Community of Practice is an ongoing learning and support network for clinicians who have completed training in the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS). Open to practitioners across disciplines and care settings\, this group offers a space to deepen understanding\, share real-world application strategies\, and build confidence in delivering CAMS-aligned care. \nIn this session\, Dr. Kevin Crowley will focus on strategies for applying the CAMS model\, with an emphasis on understanding direct and indirect drivers and exploring optional CAMS forms. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss challenging cases and receive expert consultation from Dr. Crowley. \nBy the end of this presentation\, participants should be able to:\n1.) Define direct and indirect drivers of suicidal ideation within the CAMS Framework\n2.) Identify strategies for working with clients to identify drivers.\n3.) Explain how understanding drivers informs treatment planning and risk assessment. \nIt is recommended that Community of Practice participants have completed the Foundational Online Video and CAMS Consultation Calls. \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? Anyone who has completed CAMS training and wants to stay connected\, grow their skills\, and contribute to a supportive professional network.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-cams-community-of-practice-exploring-direct-and-indirect-drivers/
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:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T025718
CREATED:20260901T183009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T183009Z
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SUMMARY:Walk to Prevent Suicide in the Northeast Kingdom
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of hope and healing at the AFSP Out of the Darkness Northeast Kingdom Walk on September 26\, 2026\, at North Country Union HS in Newport. Together\, we will walk to bring connection\, awareness\, and support to suicide prevention efforts across our community.\nParticipate: Register today! There is no registration fee to attend a Community Walk. Invite friends\, family\, coworkers\, and neighbors to walk with you and help spread hope.\nVolunteer: Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help make the Northeast Kingdom Walk a success. Volunteers play an important role in welcoming participants\, supporting event logistics\, and creating a meaningful experience for everyone who attends.\nSponsorship: Sponsoring the Northeast Kingdom Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Sponsors help strengthen local suicide prevention efforts while demonstrating their commitment to hope\, healing\, and support.\nQuestions? Want to help? Email Sally Hespe\, VT Area Director\, at shespe@afsp.org or call (802) 417-9385.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/walk-to-prevent-suicide-in-the-northeast-kingdom/
LOCATION:North Country Union High School\, 209 Veterans Avenue\, Newport\, 05855\, 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:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T025718
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed to teach parents\, family members\, caregivers\, teachers\, school staff\, peers\, neighbors\, health and human services workers\, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth\, reviews typical adolescent development\, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety\, depression\, substance use\, disorders in which psychosis may occur\, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD)\, and eating disorders.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-8/
LOCATION:Northeast Kingdom Human Services\, 2225 Portland Street\, St Johnsbury\, 05819\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T025718
CREATED:20260901T183251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T183251Z
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SUMMARY:Walk to Prevent Suicide in Central Vermont
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of hope and healing at the AFSP Out of the Darkness Central Vermont Walk on October 4\, 2026\, at the State House Lawn in Montpelier. Together\, we will walk to bring connection\, awareness\, and support to suicide prevention efforts across our community. \nParticipate: Register today! There is no registration fee to attend a Community Walk. Invite friends\, family\, coworkers\, and neighbors to walk with you and help spread hope. \nVolunteer: Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help make the Central Vermont Walk a success. Volunteers play an important role in welcoming participants\, supporting event logistics\, and creating a meaningful experience for everyone who attends. \nSponsorship: Sponsoring the Central Vermont Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Sponsors help strengthen local suicide prevention efforts while demonstrating their commitment to hope\, healing\, and support. \nQuestions? Want to help? Email Sally Hespe\, VT Area Director\, at shespe@afsp.org or call (802) 417-9385.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/walk-to-prevent-suicide-in-central-vermont/
LOCATION:State House Lawn\, 115 State Street\, Montpelier\, 05633\, 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:20261009T090000
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CREATED:20260311T151626Z
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SUMMARY:An Overview of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to confidently use the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) to assess suicide risk\, recognize warning signs\, and determine next steps. This practical\, skills-focused training is designed for real-world application. \n1.5 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/an-overview-of-the-columbia-suicide-severity-rating-scale-c-ssrs-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:20261013T110000
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CREATED:20260311T151222Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Collaboration with Differing Levels of Risk Tolerance around Suicidality
DESCRIPTION:Approaches to supporting individuals at risk of suicide can look different across the continuum of care. Emergency departments\, inpatient units\, outpatient clinics\, primary care\, crisis services\, schools\, and community programs each bring unique roles\, resources\, and constraints. These differences can sometimes create varying expectations and make care transitions more complex. \nThis webinar introduces a practical framework for understanding how perspectives on suicide risk vary across settings and professional roles\, and how teams can work together to provide safe\, person-centered care and smoother handoffs. \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/navigating-collaboration-with-differing-levels-of-risk-tolerance-around-suicidality-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:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
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CREATED:20260901T182918Z
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SUMMARY:Walk to Prevent Suicide in the Burlington Area
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of hope and healing at the AFSP Out of the Darkness Burlington Walk on October 17\, 2026\, at Veteran’s Park in South Burlington. Together\, we will walk to bring connection\, awareness\, and support to suicide prevention efforts across our community. \nParticipate: Register today! There is no registration fee to attend a Community Walk. Invite friends\, family\, coworkers\, and neighbors to walk with you and help spread hope. \nVolunteer: Event Committee and Day-of Walk volunteers help make the Burlington Walk a success. Volunteers play an important role in welcoming participants\, supporting event logistics\, and creating a meaningful experience for everyone who attends. \nSponsorship: Sponsoring the Burlington Walk shows your community and employees that you care about mental health. Sponsors help strengthen local suicide prevention efforts while demonstrating their commitment to hope\, healing\, and support. \nQuestions? Want to help? Email Sally Hespe\, VT Area Director\, at shespe@afsp.org or call (802) 417-9385.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/walk-to-prevent-suicide-in-the-burlington-area/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Park Pavillion\, 1000 Dorset Street\, South Burlington\, VT\, 05403\, 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:20261027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T025718
CREATED:20260901T181703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T181703Z
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SUMMARY:ASIST Training - South Burlington
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, two-day ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) in South Burlington. \nASIST is the world’s most widely used suicide intervention skills training\, developed by LivingWorks and used by more than 2 million people worldwide. It teaches a practical\, evidence-based framework for recognizing when someone may be having thoughts of suicide\, talking with them directly\, and building an immediate safety plan together. \nThis session is led by certified ASIST trainers Meagan MacGregor and Mark Margolis. \nTypical costs are $250–$500 per person. It is offered here at no cost\, including all training materials. Coffee and lunch will be provided during the training. \nAnyone 16 or older who wants to be ready to help is welcome — clinicians\, crisis workers\, teachers\, faith and community leaders\, first responders\, parents\, and any caring community member. No clinical background is required. \nSeats are limited to 30 and available first come\, first served. Both days must be attended.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/asist-training-south-burlington/
LOCATION:Delta Hotels Burlington\, 1117 Williston Road\, South Burlington\, VT\, 05403\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Strategraph":MAILTO:dharris@strategraphllc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T025718
CREATED:20260729T165503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T165503Z
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Community of Practice: CAMS and Substance Use
DESCRIPTION:The CAMS Community of Practice is an ongoing learning and support network for clinicians who have completed training in the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS). Open to practitioners across disciplines and care settings\, this group offers a space to deepen understanding\, share real-world application strategies\, and build confidence in delivering CAMS-aligned care. \nIn this session\, Dr. Kevin Crowley will discuss strategies for using the Collaborative Assessment & Management of Suicidality Model when the client also has a substance use disorder. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their own challenging CAMS cases and receive consultation from Dr. Crowley. \nBy the end of this presentation\, participants should be able to:\n1.) Understand the relationship between substance use and suicidal ideation.\n2.) Identify strategies for using CAMS with clients who have a substance use disorder.\n3.) Identify effective strategies for implementing CAMS with challenging cases. \nIt is recommended that Community of Practice participants have completed the Foundational Online Video and CAMS Consultation Calls. \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? Anyone who has completed CAMS training and wants to stay connected\, grow their skills\, and contribute to a supportive professional network.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/collaborative-assessment-and-management-of-suicidality-cams-community-of-practice-cams-and-substance-use/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vermont Program for Quality in Healthcare":MAILTO:mail@vpqhc.org
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