Here are some warning signs

• Threatening to hurt or kill oneself
• Seeking access to means
• Talking or writing about death, dying or suicide
• Feeling trapped, hopeless, worthless or desperate
• Acting recklessly or engaging in risky activities
• Giving away possessions
• Increasing alcohol or drug use
• Withdrawing from family, friends or society

Know the Signs website for information: www.suicideispreventable.org

How You Can Help

• Let the person know you are concerned and willing to help
• Express empathy for what the person is going through
• Listen non-judgmentally

Suicide Prevention training programs are offered to the community, at no cost:

Question, Persuade, Refer-(QPR) Training:

1 hour gatekeeper training to recognize a crisis and warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide.

Download the Training Flyer Here

Mental Health First Aid Training:

An 8-hour course to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis, provide help, and connect persons to the appropriate care. The program also teaches the common risk factors and warning signs of specific types of illnesses, like anxiety, depression, substance use, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. The warning signs of suicide, as well as prevention strategies, are also addressed.

Download the Training Flyer Here