Save a Life - Learn Suicide Pevention Skills

Kristy Moore
1 day ago
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Have you ever wondered how you can support someone who might be struggling with suicidal thoughts? World Suicide Prevention Day 2025 serves as a crucial reminder to listen more deeply, reach out with empathy, and break the silence surrounding mental health. Supporting someone struggling with suicidal thoughts can feel overwhelming, but your compassion and understanding can make all the difference.

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Together, we can build a stronger network of care in Amador County, one that ensures every neighbor knows they are not alone and that help and hope are always within reach. Suicide Prevention Month reminds us of the importance of checking in with friends, family, and community members who may be struggling. We invite you to join us at the upcoming events and trainings listed below as we work together to raise awareness and strengthen our community.

📢In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month this September, Amador County Behavioral Health will attend the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, September 9th at 9:00 a.m. for the official recognition of Suicide Prevention Month and World Suicide Prevention Day. We invite you to join us in accepting the proclamation.

📆SPEAKER EVENT | A Life Reclaimed: Ken Baldwin on Hope, Healing, and Suicide Prevention

We invite community members to join us for this special event featuring guest speaker Ken Baldwin, who will share his powerful journey of survival, recovery, and resilience. Ken’s story offers inspiration, practical tools for managing difficult days, and a reminder that hope and healing are always possible.

When: Friday, September 19th
Where: Health and Human Services, Conference Room A–D
Time: 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Light refreshments will be served.
Register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/R/SPW98CX

🎓 Upcoming Suicide Prevention Training Opportunities

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Training

QPR is a one-hour training designed to help community members recognize the warning signs of suicide, talk with someone in crisis, and connect them to professional help.

Training Dates:

Thursday, September 18 | 6:00 p.m. (En Español)

Training provided by Nexus Youth & Families Services

Register: Contact Gladys Bell at gbell@nexusyfs.org
Tuesday, September 23 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Hosted by NAMI Amador

First 5 – 975 Broadway, Jackson, CA 95642

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/D7MKnFuqrQTpdykq9
Thursday, September 25 | 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Health and Human Services, Conference Room A–D

Sutter Creek, CA 95685

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/D7MKnFuqrQTpdykq9