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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-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20251203T195158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T195158Z
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SUMMARY:QPR "Question\, Persuade\, 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/qpr-question-persuade-refer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T113000
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CREATED:20251203T195227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T195227Z
UID:10001475-1768473000-1768476600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:QPR "Question Persuade\, 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/qpr-question-persuade-refer-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20251202T122803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T122803Z
UID:10001474-1768237200-1768240800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:It's Real Teen Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health program that provides young people with mental health education and resources. The program raises awareness about mental health issues\, how to start a conversation about mental health\, the importance of self-care\, and how to reach out for help. \nAttendees will learn:\nWhat mental health is and how it’s both similar to and different from\, physical health\nHow to notice signs of someone needing help\nTips and strategies for having a caring conversation with someone they might be worried about\nMethods of self-care for mind\, body\, soul\, and surroundings\nExamples of trustworthy resources\nHow reaching out to trusted adults can help teens manage their mental health
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/its-real-teen-mental-health/
LOCATION:Crafstbury Outdoor Center\, 535 Lost Nation Road\, Craftsbury\, VT\, 05827\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Foundation for Suicide Prevention":MAILTO:vermont@afsp.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T230000
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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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CREATED: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:20250813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250619T175338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T175338Z
UID:10000998-1755090000-1755095400@facingsuicidevt.com
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:20250722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250619T175547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T175547Z
UID:10000997-1753192800-1753198200@facingsuicidevt.com
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:20250618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250404T190634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T190848Z
UID:10000924-1750237200-1750246200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Would you give yourself 90 minutes to learn to save a life? Learn the 3-step method during one introductory suicide prevention awareness virtual QPR Gatekeeper 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. \nWe invite you to register in advance for QPR Gatekeeper suicide prevention awareness training on Zoom if you have not completed suicide prevention training in the past two years. This is an interactive training. Please register at least one day prior to the training date.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-3/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250416T190132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T190132Z
UID:10000930-1748426400-1748451600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Youth Mental health First aid
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents\, family members\, caregivers\, teachers\, school staff\, 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-6/
LOCATION:Catamount Arts community room\, 115 Eastern ave\, St Johnsbury\, 05819\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250418T111232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T111232Z
UID:10000932-1747299600-1747414800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
DESCRIPTION:ASIST is a two-day in-person workshop featuring powerful audiovisuals\, discussions\, and simulations.\nYou’ll learn how to recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide\, and how to provide a skilled intervention and develop a safety plan with the person to connect them to further support.\nYou will also consider how personal and community attitudes about suicide affect someone’s openness to seek help and your ability to provide it.\nThis workshop will increase your willingness\, confidence\, and capacity to provide suicide first aid.\nKnowledgeable\, supportive trainers will guide you through the course\, ensuring a comfortable and safe learning environment.\nYou must attend both days. \nRegister: https://nkhs.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F17341
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/applied-suicide-intervention-skills-training-asist/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250404T190004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T191214Z
UID:10000923-1746788400-1746793800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Would you give yourself 90 minutes to learn to save a life? Learn the 3-step method during one introductory suicide prevention awareness virtual QPR Gatekeeper 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. \nWe invite you to register in advance for QPR Gatekeeper suicide prevention awareness training on Zoom if you have not completed a suicide prevention training in the past two years. This is an interactive training. Please register at least one day prior to the training date. \n 
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250404T185839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T185839Z
UID:10000922-1745330400-1745335800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:Would you give yourself 90 minutes to learn to save a life? Learn the 3-step method during one introductory suicide prevention awareness virtual QPR Gatekeeper 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. \nWe invite you to register in advance for QPR Gatekeeper suicide prevention awareness training on Zoom if you have not completed a suicide prevention training in the past two years. This is an interactive training. Click the Zoom registration link below that matched the date you are able to attend. Please register at least one day prior to the training date.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250211T190907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T190907Z
UID:10000138-1742994000-1742997600@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health Read Along
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a community training at the Groton Free Public Library. No registration is required. This engaging session introduces young children to mental health in a positive\, approachable way. Through Gizmo’s Pawesome Guide\, kids will learn to recognize and talk about their feelings\, identify trusted adults\, and develop healthy coping strategies. The session is practical\, with students creating mental health action plans that they can use daily or when needed.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/gizmos-pawesome-guide-to-mental-health-read-along/
LOCATION:Groton Free Public Library 1304 Scott HWY Groton VT\, 1304 Scott Hwy\, Groton\, Vermont\, 05046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T233000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250211T185727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T214654Z
UID:10000140-1742551200-1742599800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:“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 (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) 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: \n– A pre & post training survey \n– An interactive training with time for questions\, comments\, and reactions \n– Introductory videos (Learn QPR) \n– Review 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. \nParticipants receive Northeast Kingdom\, Vermont\, and national suicide prevention contacts\, the QPR booklet\, and a Certificate of Completion.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-awareness-training/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250225T033850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T033850Z
UID:10000148-1742374800-1742401800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:yMHFA
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents\, family members\, caregivers\, teachers\, school staff\, 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/ymhfa/
LOCATION:NKHS\, 181 Crawford Farm Road\, Newport\, Vermont\, 05855
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T113000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250212T143604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T143604Z
UID:10000139-1742032800-1742038200@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:NKHS is offering 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. \nA QPR trainee will learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide\, how to offer hope\, and how to get help. \nJoin us for one of these 90-minute in-person trainings.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-awareness-training-3/
LOCATION:Groton Free Public Library\, 1304 Scott Hwy\, Groton\, Vermont\, 05046
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20250212T141217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T141217Z
UID:10000137-1739966400-1739971800@facingsuicidevt.com
SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:NKHS is offering 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. \nA QPR trainee will learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide\, how to offer hope\, and how to get help. \nJoin us for one of these 90-minute Zoom trainings.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-awareness-training-2/2025-02-19/2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123306
CREATED:20241220T152229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T153916Z
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SUMMARY:QPR Training
DESCRIPTION:“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 (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) 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: \n– A pre & post training survey \n– An interactive training with time for questions\, comments\, and reactions \n– Introductory videos (Learn QPR) \n– Review 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. \nParticipants receive Northeast Kingdom\, Vermont\, and national suicide prevention contacts\, the QPR booklet\, and a Certificate of Completion.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-training-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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SUMMARY:QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:NKHS is offering 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. \nA QPR trainee will learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide\, how to offer hope\, and how to get help. \nJoin us for one of these 90-minute Zoom trainings.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-suicide-prevention-awareness-training-2/2025-02-19/1/
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SUMMARY:QPR Training
DESCRIPTION:“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 (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) 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: \n– A pre & post training survey \n– An interactive training with time for questions\, comments\, and reactions \n– Introductory videos (Learn QPR) \n– Review 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. \nParticipants receive Northeast Kingdom\, Vermont\, and national suicide prevention contacts\, the QPR booklet\, and a Certificate of Completion. \n 
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-training-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T123000
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SUMMARY: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. \nIf you have not participated in a suicide prevention awareness training in the past two years\, we invite you to register for QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training via Zoom. This is an interactive training. \nWhen: Friday\, Nov 22\, 2024 12:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://nkhs-net.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-Chpz4iGtSl7sKZnq9X2kZoaL3kHWpm \nThere is no cost to attend the training with resource materials for participants. The NKHS QPR certified 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 so we may continue this important work.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T110000
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SUMMARY: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. \nIf you have not participated in a suicide prevention awareness training in the past two years\, we invite you to register for QPR Suicide Prevention Awareness Training via Zoom. This is an interactive training. \nRegister in advance for this training by clicking one Zoom registration link below at least one day prior to the training date:\nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting.\nWhen: Wednesday\, Oct 30\, 2024 09:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://nkhs-net.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMscOqoqDwoG9yslLHbBF4gLh5OnHvTGEql
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/qpr-2/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T120000
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SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, and Refer (QPR)
DESCRIPTION:QPR stands for Question\, Persuade\, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. \nJust as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year\, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question\, persuade\, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans\, like you\, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend\, colleague\, sibling\, or neighbor. \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. \nA QPR trainee will learn how to recognize the warning signs of suicide\, how to offer hope\, and how to get help.
URL:https://facingsuicidevt.com/event/question-persuade-and-refer-qpr/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
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