August 28, 2023
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide is complex and multifaceted, but it can be preventable. There are many things we can do as coworkers, friends and family members to increase our awareness of suicide, identify potential warning signs, and provide support to someone you are concerned may have thoughts about suicide.
St. Peter's Health is firmly committed to the health, wellness and safety of our patients and team members. We are proud of the strides we have made to expand our behavioral health care and services in recent years, but we must double down on these efforts.
During We Speak Mental Health Week, September 22-29, 2023, St. Peter's is hosting a series of free mental health training and educational opportunities for staff and the community. Please join us for a week of free trainings and activities.
Monday, September 25
11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Self-Care Station
Join the St. Peter's People Health and Wellness team for an afternoon of self-care!
Location: St. Peter's Continental Café
Tuesday, September 26
3:00 - 4:30 pm | ACEs and Resilience Training
In this 90-minute training, we will cover:
- An overview of brain development and the effects of toxic stress
- ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) study
- Focusing on the positive and understanding resilience
Location: St. Peter's Education Center
Wednesday, September 27
9:00 - 10:30 am | QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Established through the QPR Institute, QPR (question, persuade, refer) teaches three simple steps to help save a life. QPR-trained "gatekeepers" learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to offer help.
Location: St. Peter's Conference Room 1
11:00 am - 1:00 pm | LGBTQ+ Mental Health Table
Join the St. Peter's LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group for an afternoon of LGBTQ+ mental health awareness.
Location: St. Peter's Continental Café
Friday, September 29
11:00 am - 12:30 pm | QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Established through the QPR Institute, QPR teaches three simple steps to help save a life. QPR-trained "gatekeepers" learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to offer help.
Location: St. Peter's Prickly Pear Room (Administration Building - 2500 Broadway)
