Thursday, November 28, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Empowering Communities With Suicide Intervention Training

Join a transformative Suicide Intervention Training session designed to equip individuals with life-saving skills and knowledge. This free workshop, hosted at PCYC Burdekin, 164 MacMillian Street, Ayr, is tailored to empower community members to recognise and respond to early signs of suicide effectively.  
Participants will learn to recognise the early warning signs of suicide, support individuals at risk by connecting them to available services and encourage help-seeking behaviours to prevent crises. Additionally, the training will help attendees develop their own self-care strategies to maintain well-being while supporting others. This proactive initiative focuses on equipping people with the tools to intervene before a crisis arises, fostering resilience within the community.  
The session, organised by CORES (Community Response to Eliminating Suicide), will take place on Saturday, 7th December 2024, from 9am to 4pm. It is completely free of charge, making it accessible to all. For enquiries, contact 0448 894 525 or email adminqld@kentishrc.com.au. To secure your spot, RSVP at https://bit.ly/3YZeaGl.  
Take this opportunity to be a part of a movement that saves lives and promotes mental health awareness. Organised "By the Community, For the Community," this training underscores the power of collective care.  
Let’s build a supportive, informed community together!

WHAT: Suicide Prevention Training
WHERE: 164 MacMillian St Ayr
WHEN: Saturday 7th December 2024 9:00am – 4:00pm

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