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Talk Saves Lives - An Introduction to Suicide Prevention (in-person)Learn more and register: https://afspindianatslmay11.attendease.com/
Date: Monday, May 11th
Time: 6:30PM - 8:00PM (Eastern)
Location: Fatima Retreat Center | 5353 E. 56th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46226
Cost: Free (thanks to the funds raised from out Out of the Darkness Walks)
Contact Information: Christine Turo-Shields, LCSW, LCAC | [email protected]
Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention is AFSP’s flagship suicide prevention education program that covers the scope of this leading cause of death, what the research has found to be the warning signs and risk factors of suicide, and the strategies that prevent it.
Topics covered include:
-Scope of the Problem: The latest data on suicide in the U.S.
-Research: Information from research on what causes people to consider suicide, how certain communities are impacted by suicide differently, as well as contributors to suicide risk
-Prevention: An understanding of the protective factors that lower suicide risk, and strategies for managing mental health and being proactive about self-care
What You Can Do: Guidance on warning signs and behaviors to look for, how to start a conversation with someone you are concerned about, and ways to seek and offer support and crisis resources for yourself or others.
Hosted in the month of May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, this evening will feature the Talk Saves Lives program presented by Christine Turo-Shields, LCSW, EMDR Certified and Indiana State Board Member for AFSP. Additionally, Fr. Jim Farrell will then offer spiritual and faith perspectives and reflections on this subject. Both Christine and Fr. Jim are contributing team members for the You Are Not Alone Ministry for survivors of suicide loss at Fatima.
The evening will conclude with opportunity to connect with others and build community while enjoying some light snacks and beverages.
Learn more and register: https://afspindianatslmay11.attendease.com/
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Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E 56th St,Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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