TELL… someone if you are having thoughts of suicide or if someone you know is experiencing emotional distress ASK… “Are you having thoughts of suicide?” If yes, LISTEN to the person’s concerns and get them connected to help. Help is available. Connect to KEEPSAFE resources listed at the bottom of this site. There is HOPE! Keepsafe.
International Day of People Impacted by Suicide Loss
November 21, 2021
A day where people impactd by suicide loss, no matter where they live, can come together as communities to find and offer comfort and to remember their loved ones as they share stories of loss, healing and hope.
Thank you Brandon and area for sharing your note of commemoration and hope. If you are interested in joining the Brandon area Suicide Bereavement Support Group please contact Amy at 204-761-4083 or email brandonareaSBSG@gmail.com.
Interested in taking LivingWorks – Start – Online Suicide Prevention Training?
Contact us for more information. We would be happy to help.
Workshops Now Offered
Prairie Mountain Health is now offering public education opportunities, Please contact Kaila Derhak kderhak@pmh-mb.ca (204-578-2490) should you have any questions. Poster for Workshops
ASIST FULL WORKSHOP $125 (two days)
May 25-26, 2022 | Brandon Town Centre, Unit C9
BASIC MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID $100 (two days)
April 27-28, 2022 | Brandon Towne Centre, Unit C9
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID $100 (two days)
(Adults who interact with youth)
March 16-17, 2022 | Brandon Towne Centre, Unit C9
SafeTALK – Suicide Alertness for Everyone – call SPIN to inquire about this free 3-hour training – We can arrange for your group!
SafeTALK is a three-hour Living Works program that teaches community members to recognize persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first-aid resources.
Email SPIN if you would like a supply of Power Cards
Please note, our last printed supply of Power Cards indicated a number no longer in use for the Mood Disorders Association. Please use this number instead – 204-721-2174
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