QPR
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer – 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just 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 the help they need. QPR, from the QPR Institute has been researched and proven to be effective. It is listed on the National Registry of Evidence-Based Practices and Polices (NREPP).
QPR trainings are 1.5 hours to 2 hours in length and are offered by the Chester County Suicide Prevention Partnership (CCSPP) members who are certified QPR instructors. If you would like to host a training for a group, please complete and submit this form to ccsptaskforce@gmail.com.
Upcoming QPR Training:
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Hosted by Chester County Hospital via Zoom
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Register Here
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Coatesville Area YMCA
295 Hurley Road, Coatesville, Pa 19320
6:00 – 7:30 pm
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Mental Health First Aid
Just like regular First Aid which can help someone in a medical emergency until help arrives, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) can help someone in a mental health emergency until appropriate treatment and support are received or until the crisis resolves. This evidence based public education program introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental illness and suicide.
MHFA trainings are offered free to the community through a partnership between the Chester County Office of MHIDD and the Chester County Suicide Prevention Partnership.
Youth MHFA is an evidence-based course designed to teach adults who work with youth, how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge, or is in crisis.
**Please note, registration closes TEN (10) days prior to class.**
Upcoming ADULT MHFA Trainings:
Friday, January 10, 2024 – Registration Closes December 31st
Chester County Hospital, Rhoads Building Auditorium
515 East Marshall Street, West Chester, Pa 19380
8:30 – 4:00 pm
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Friday, January 17, 2024 – Registration Closes January 7th
Chester County Government Services Center
601 Westtown Road, West Chester, Pa 19380
8:30 – 4:00 pm
Register Here
Upcoming YOUTH MHFA Trainings:
Wednesday, January 22, 2024 – Registration Closes January 12th
Chester County Government Services Center
601 Westtown Road, West Chester, Pa 19380
8:30 – 3:00 pm
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Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – Registration Closes February 2nd
Chester County Hospital, Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street, West Chester, Pa 19380
8:30 – 3:00 pm
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Connections: Trauma and Suicide
Connections: Trauma and Suicide explores trauma as a risk factor for suicide and conversely, the trauma experienced after the loss to suicide. In one and a half hours, participants learn:
- Risk factors and signs of suicide
- Types of grief associated with suicide
- How trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are connected to suicide
- Prevention strategies to reduce impact of trauma and suicide on families
If you are interested in hosted a training, please email ccsptaskforce@gmail.com.
Upcoming Trainings:
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Chester County Hospital Library
540 Exton Square Pkwy, Exton, Pa 19341
9:30 – 11:00 am
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Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Workshop
The Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Clinical Workshop is a 4-hour evidence based training that aims to help those in mental health, medical, and human service professions to counsel individuals and their families to temporarily reduce access to firearms and dangerous medications during times of heightened suicide risk.
