Canadian Mental Health Association - Windsor-Essex County Branch

Application

Call or email

Eligibility / Target Population

safeTalk: People 15 years and older
ASIST: People 16 years and older

Languages

English

Language Notes

French programs offered

Area Served

Windsor and Essex County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services

Living Works Start
This 90 minute online course teaches participants 13 years and older to recognize when someone is thinking about suicide and connect them to help and support.

suicideTALK - Utilized for participants 15 years and older to become more aware of suicide prevention opportunities in their community. (1.5 hours)
safeTALK - Helps participants aged 15 years and older to become alert to suicide. Participants will learn to notice and respond to situations where suicidal thoughts may be present. (3-4 hours)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) - A 2-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid training for anyone 16 years and older.
ASIST Tune-up - A refresher training for improving participant comfort, confidence, and competence in using the Pathway for Assisting Life model. Must have taken the full 2-day training within the last 3 years. (Half day)
Suicide to Hope - Strengthen hope by aiding recovery and growth in persons with previous suicide experiences who are currently safe. A sequel to ASIST that complements and enhances management, treatment, and therapy by framing them with a recovery and growth perspective. Suitable for Case Managers, Community Support Workers, Addictions Counsellors, and any other helping professional. (Full day)
To book a training or for more information, please contact mhp@cmha-wecb.on.ca or call 519-255-7440 x234