Older adult suicide is a major public health problem. Older adults have the highest rates of suicide in the world. This skills-based training program is designed to prepare and enable the those that live and work with older adults to recognize and respond effectively.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
Training will be located at the Holgate Library,
Transportation: Small parking lot available and easy access to Tri-Met lines 17 and 72.
Safety: QPR teaches a specific suicide prevention first aid intervention. Some of the content of the curriculum may trigger troubling feelings and thoughts. The class is not a form of counseling, therapy or support group. If you are a suicide survivor or have experienced a loss by suicide, we suggest delaying taking QPR for at least one year. If you are currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, please contact one of the following:
Clackamas County Mental Health Crisis Line: 503 655-8585
Multnomah County Mental Health Call Center: 503 988-4888
Washington County Crisis Line: 503 291-9111
the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
All lines are available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
If you have questions about whether this class is a good fit for you at the present time, please email the Coordinator/Trainer (below) at least two days prior to the class.
Cancellation: If your plans have changed and you find you are unable to attend the training, please email the Coordinator/Trainer (below) as soon as possible.
For questions, please contact:
Laurel S.B. Wonder, MSW, QMHP
Preferred Pronouns: She/They
Older Adult Behavioral Health Specialist
Behavioral Health Division
Multnomah County
laurel.s.b.wonder@multco.us
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this class.