Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR): Suicide Prevention Certification Training

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”There are times in life when we come face-to-face with a challenge we really hopped we’d never have to face. A potential suicide is not something anyone wants to think about, but statistics prove it is happening in high numbers – and we want to derail it and save families the heartache of such a difficult situation. This Workshop will help you be better equipped to save a LIFE! QPR is an internationally recognized, evidenced-based program that holds the same certification level as CPR. It also offers continuing education units (CEUs).

Just like with CPR where the general public is educated about the classic signs of a heart attack and then taught how to respond, QPR teaches the general public to know the warning signs of a suicide crisis and then taught how to respond.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”ev_head”][vc_custom_heading text=”Speaker: Kimberly Pratt, MA, LPCC – Project Coordinator, Suicide Education and Support Services (SESS) and Facilitator of Imagine Zero” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”ev_head”][vc_column_text]Both are programs of North Range Behavioral Health, Weld County. Pratt is a lead trainer of suicide prevention for Weld County. She has trained over 40,000 adults and adolescents in suicide prevention since 2013.

QPR is an internationally recognized, evidenced-based program that holds the same certification level as CPR. It also offers continuing education units (CEUs).

Just like with CPR where the general public is educated about the classic signs of a heart attack and then taught how to respond, QPR teaches the general public to know the warning signs of a suicide crisis and then taught how to respond.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]

During this WORKshop you will learn…

The scope of the suicide problem nationally and locally. Become aware of the myths and facts of suicide; the warning signs of suicide; how to ask someone if they are suicidal; what to do if they say yes; and about connecting that individual to local support services where professionals can manage the situation.  The Trainee/Attendee/Listener will learn:

1. To identify and know the warning signs of suicide.
2. How to ask about and talk to someone about suicidal thoughts and actions.
3. How to respond to suicidal thoughts and where to get immediate and ongoing support for someone struggling with suicidal thoughts.

[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Meet Kimberly Pratt, MA, LPCC – Project Coordinator & Lead Suicide Trainer for Weld County” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”ev_head”][vc_column_text]Kimberly Pratt, MA, LPCC is the Project Coordinator for Suicide Education and Support Services (SESS), a program of North Range Behavioral Health. Pratt is a lead trainer for suicide prevention throughout Weld County. She is a certified trainer of all versions of Mental Health First Aid and a national Master trainer for Question, Persuade, Review (QPR).

She is a part of the Child Fatality Review Board and the secretary on the Board of Directors for Qualified Listeners, a nonprofit that supports work with veterans.

Pratt is the author of SAFE:Teen© which is taught in 35 schools in Weld County every year. She is also a lead for suicide crisis response in Weld County

Kimberly lives with her chocolate Labrador, Maverick and is currently in the process of getting a trained facility dog that will help her provide comfort when she is working with people in crisis.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Registration Information:” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23d1345b” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”ev_head”][vc_column_text]Your Cost: Just $27 when pre-paid by noon Friday, January 31 – when registration will close or when our seats are maxed-out. Seating is limited in this lovely venue. Sign-up below to pay online with PayPal / credit card, or you can mail or drop off your check made out to: Northern Colorado Women in Business to 4113 W. 16th St. Rd., Greeley, 80634 by noon the 29th. If no one is home just tuck your payment envelope into the back of the flower canister hanging inside the front screen door. All checks are held and deposited after the monthly workshop.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Workshop Day Wednesday, February 5th Information:” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23d1345b” use_theme_fonts=”yes” el_class=”ev_head”][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1554421664658{margin-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text]Catering:
Check-in Hostesses:
Greeter:

Set-up DIVAS:

Clean-up DIVAS:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Kristin Kling, Fireside Cafe & Catering

Elizabeth Barber, The Dream Team; Alexa Hepler, Commercial Interiors by JOF

Verniece Thomas, United Way of Weld County

Rose Esparza, Rose’s Professional Massage Therapy; Annette Jaehn, Mile High Stucco/Greeley Farm Events

Divas: Ashley Fusco, Raven Sign Studio; Kathy Baxley, Arbonne International; Need 2 more: Gail Holmes, The Resource Center for Pregnancy & Personal Health; Flo Mikkelson, First Advantage Bank[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1554421691023{margin-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text]Sister-to-Sister/Pay it Forward:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Will be coordinated by Barb Solivais, Lit’l Bit Bar & Grill to benefit Thirst, Healing Waters & The Community Grief Center to help families coping with suicide & grief. If you would like to help, provide $5 + your business card.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]