safeTALK workshop on September 22, 2011 register by September 15
Thursday, August 11, 2011 at 2:40PM A one-day, 3 hour workshop for community members with all levels of helping experience interested in learning practical skills to competently and confidently connect a person at risk of suicide to help.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be prepared as an alert helper:
- Capitalize on opportunities to help someone with thoughts of suicide
- Recognize when a person might be having thoughts of suicide
- Engage in direct and open discussion about suicide
- Identify resources available to help and connect a person at-risk for suicide
- Have confidence in being an effective resource yourself
- Be part of a team improving the community’s response to suicide
Cost: $40: Includes materials and refreshments. Discounts: $10 for social work/counseling students and for agencies with 3 or more attendees. There are a limited number of scholarships available on a first come first served basis.
Date: September 22, 2011 - 9:00 to Noon. Registration begins at 8:30am.
Location: NMC University Center, Room 07, 2200 Dendrinos Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684
Space is limited – register today; registration due by September 15
Receive 3 Social Work CE Hours
Presented by: Jason Simpkins, LMSW, Third Level Crisis Center
Click here to download the registration form. For more information, call Third Level at (231) 922-4800 or (800) 442-7315 and ask for Jason or Elizabeth.
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