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SUMMARY:Burlington Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Burlington Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group \nPlease note: This is a peer support group\, not a counseling group.\n\n\nWhere: Meetings are in-person at the South Burlington Comfort Inn\n\n\nWhen: First Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:30 pm\n\n\nContact: For more information text Bob at 802-922-4283
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/burlington-survivors-of-suicide-loss-support-group/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:South Burlington Comfort Inn\, 3 Dorset St\, South Burlington\, VT\, 05403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T120000
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SUMMARY:Conversations 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. \nFriends\, 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 \nWhether you’re a concerned friend\, parent\, teacher\, or neighbor\, this training can help you feel more confident in responding and helping someone stay safe.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/conversations-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:20250716T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T153000
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SUMMARY:Crisis Support for Autistic People (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Suicide is a leading cause of premature death for autistic people. Yet\, many professionals lack autism-specific knowledge and experience\, potentially leading to miscommunications and misunderstandings with autistic individuals. Additionally\, the suicide prevention resources and supports designed for the general public can unintentionally harm autistic people because autistic people think\, communicate\, and experience the world differently than non-autistic people. \n\n\n\nPresenters: Rae Hartman Haight\, Autism Studies Researcher; Brenna Maddox\, PhD / Psychologist; Lisa Morgan\, LSCW-cc / M.Ed. / Consultant \nThis strengths-based training aims to close that gap and improve crisis supports for autistic people. Training attendees will learn how to effectively communicate with and support an autistic person in crisis. The training will highlight recent research findings\, powerful stories of lived experience\, case scenarios\, and autism-specific resources developed in collaboration with autistic adults. \nHosted by CHL\nFunder Info: This training is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through the Vermont Department of Health.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/crisis-support-for-autistic-people-virtual/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Health and Learning":MAILTO:info@healthandlearning.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T173647
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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/2025-07-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T140000
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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. \nParticipants will learn how to: \nUnderstand the structure and components of the Stanley Brown SPI form \nPractice administering SPI through interactive role-play exercises \nPlease watch this 30-minute video training on the Stanley Brown Safety Planning Intervention prior to attending the webinar.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/the-safety-planning-intervention-a-skill-building-training-using-the-stanley-brown-tool/
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:20250722T140000
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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%2F20135 \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-5/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T183000
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SUMMARY:Training on Assessment of PTSD and Suicide Risk Management in Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Cultural competence for clinicians working with Veterans and Service members includes developing familiarity with unique aspects of military culture that impact clinical care as well as common clinical issues faced by these populations. Accurate and comprehensive assessment of PTSD and suicide risk is important for developing effective treatment plans for Veterans and Service members. This two-day workshop aims to introduce participants to military culture and help them develop skills in assessing for two important clinical issues: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide risk. \nOnline Via Zoom \n9-10 April 2025\, 10:00 – 6:30 Eastern time\n16-17 June 2025\, 10:00 – 6:30 Eastern time\n28-29 July 2025\, 10:00 – 6:30 Eastern time \nApplications can be completed through the Affinity CE system. \nAll initial applicants will be waitlisted until the application is vetted through the CDP/VA Project Managers. Applicants will be notified by email of the decision within approximately two weeks of the application.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/training-on-assessment-of-ptsd-and-suicide-risk-management-in-veterans/2025-07-28/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Uniformed Services University | Center for Deployment Psychology":MAILTO:christopher.adams.ctr@usuhs.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T160000
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SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:  \nSunshine Silver Lining invites you to sign up for a *virtual* Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course. These trainings are open to Vermonters and those that serve and support Vermonters and there are 15 spots in each class\, grant-funded by Vermont Care Partners. \nThe purpose of MHFA training is to build an empowered community united around mental health care by educating communities\, organizations and induviduals in how to address mental health issues effectively. In MHFA classes\, people get a better understanding of how to recognize and offer initial aid to someone who may be experiencing a mental health challenge or oncoming crisis. \nAttendees explore how to ask if a person is distressed and how to intervene on their behalf. MHFA courses also spell out a clear\, five-step action plan to help individuals connect with helpful professionals and peers. The course also covers community resources available\, as access to care is a crucial piece of the puzzle. \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/adult-mental-health-first-aid-6/
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:20250729T100000
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SUMMARY:Training on Assessment of PTSD and Suicide Risk Management in Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Cultural competence for clinicians working with Veterans and Service members includes developing familiarity with unique aspects of military culture that impact clinical care as well as common clinical issues faced by these populations. Accurate and comprehensive assessment of PTSD and suicide risk is important for developing effective treatment plans for Veterans and Service members. This two-day workshop aims to introduce participants to military culture and help them develop skills in assessing for two important clinical issues: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide risk. \nOnline Via Zoom \n9-10 April 2025\, 10:00 – 6:30 Eastern time\n16-17 June 2025\, 10:00 – 6:30 Eastern time\n28-29 July 2025\, 10:00 – 6:30 Eastern time \nApplications can be completed through the Affinity CE system. \nAll initial applicants will be waitlisted until the application is vetted through the CDP/VA Project Managers. Applicants will be notified by email of the decision within approximately two weeks of the application.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/training-on-assessment-of-ptsd-and-suicide-risk-management-in-veterans/2025-07-29/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Uniformed Services University | Center for Deployment Psychology":MAILTO:christopher.adams.ctr@usuhs.edu
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