Canadian Mental Health Association - Windsor-Essex County Branch

Application

Call or email

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

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

Languages

English

Language Note

French programs offered

Area(s) 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