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CARES, along with community partners Fellowship Missions, Allendale Treatment, Bowen Health and the Kosciusko County LOSS (Local Outreach for Suicide Survivors) Team, will host Suicide Prevention Day on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at The Gathering Place, 123 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw.
The event is an opportunity for community members to learn how they can recognize the signs of suicide, connect people to resources, remember loved ones lost to suicide and help bring hope to those who may be struggling, according to a provided news release.
Community members can register for one of two Question, Persuade, Refer Gatekeeper Training sessions:
● QPR Lunch & Learn: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Free meal included
● QPR Training Dinner: 6 to 8 p.m. — Free meal included
In addition to the training, the community is invited to attend open house activities from 1 to 4 p.m. No registration is required to participate in the open house.
Activities will include:
● Suicide Loss Remembrance & Hope Room — Families are welcome to bring a copy of a photo of a loved one to be included in a space for remembrance and reflection.
● Hope Wall — Community members can share messages of hope, strength and encouragement.
● Rock Painting — Paint uplifting messages that can later be shared throughout the community.
● Take-Home Hope Kits — Grab a kit filled with items designed to inspire hope and encourage self-care.
The event is designed to bring the community together in a welcoming environment where people can learn, connect, remember and find hope.
Suicide Prevention Day Sept. 9 at The Gathering Place, 123 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw
Registration is required for the QPR training sessions.
For more information, contact CARES at 574-385-2111 or CARES@warsaw.in.gov.
