Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicidal crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.

QPR is a nationally recognized suicide prevention training researched and developed by Paul Quinnett, PhD, a clinical psychologist and founder of the QPRInstitute, (www.qprinstitute.com). The program was created for every-day citizens, and requires no clinical training or education.

Upon completion of this class, participants are certified as Gatekeepers. These individuals may be parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, police officers, caseworkers, fire fighters, or most anyone in a position to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide. Gatekeepers are trained to recognize warning signs of individuals who may be contemplating suicide. They help by following the simple QPR steps and by providing hope.

Presenters:

• Sharon Barnes, PhD, RN
• Christina Gamez, MSN, RN-BC, EBPC, HTCP

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: 
Register Online or call 610-738-2300

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PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
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