Moment by Moment Suicide Prevention

05/15/2022

NCW (Chelan, Douglas, Grant, & Okanogan Counties) has funding for a Hope Squad in every middle & high school. Currently only 33 out of 48 schools are participating. Make sure you are pushing your school administrators to have a peer program in the schools. It saves lives!

05/15/2022

SU***DE PREVENTION TRAINING (Free)
Tuesday, May 24th at 8:00 - 10:00am. Via Zoom.

The training is generally 90-minutes long with questions at the end. We will review regional statistics, learn warning signs, risk factors, and what to do in the event someone you love or know is thinking about su***de. We will also talk about common myths of su***de.

Everyone is welcome to join! Please pass this along to those who may be interested.

The link for the Su***de Prevention Training is below.

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05/15/2022

SU***DE PREVENTION TRAINING (Free)
Tuesday, May 17th at 4:00 - 6:00pm. Via Zoom.

The training is generally 90-minutes long with questions at the end. We will review regional statistics, learn warning signs, risk factors, and what to do in the event someone you love or know is thinking about su***de. We will also talk about common myths of su***de.

Everyone is welcome to join! Please pass this along to those who may be interested.

The link for the Su***de Prevention Training is below.
Julie Rickard, PhD is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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04/07/2021

Exciting news! The NCACH has approved $456K for su***de prevention programming in the schools using the Hope Squad. I am so excited for our 4-county region. This is 48 schools (middle & high) with the ability to have this program.

April 7, 2021 – North Central Washington The North Central Accountable Community of Health (NCACH) Governing Board approved a total of $456,736 to address youth mental health, resiliency, and su***de prevention across Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan Counties at their April 5 meeting. Using a ...

02/09/2021

Dr. Rickard will share information on the difference between NSSI and su***de, along with common causes, signs someone may be self-harming, how to help, and when to seek help. (www.facebook.com/mbmsp)

01/26/2021

Dr. Rickard will discuss the unique aspects of Covid on Frontline Healthcare Workers. Discuss ways for healthcare workers to be resilient in the face of so much tragedy. Talk about signs and symptoms of someone struggling and what to look for. Lastly, she reviews tips on how to improve wellbeing in the face of a pandemic. Please share with nurses & healthcare workers that could benefit. (www.mbmsp.net)

01/12/2021

Dr. Rickard will discuss the process of creating a vision or action board. With so much going on in the world today, make your intentions known. (, ***de) www.MbMSP.net

12/15/2020

Dr. Rickard will debunk myths around talking about su***de. She provides tips on engaging youth in the conversation if they are reluctant to talk and how to start a conversation if you suspect there may be an issue. Comfort around the topic of su***de is imperative as the attempt rate for middle school students continues to rise. (; ***de)

12/08/2020

Dr. Rickard will discuss what causes the Holiday Blues and how best to manage the feelings. (www.MbMSP.net, www.helpforsu***de.org)

12/01/2020

Dr. Rickard will talk about strategies to overcome a sense of being overwhelmed or struggles that people are dealing with. www.helpforsu***de.org; www.mbmsp.net

11/10/2020

Dr. Rickard will talk about how to handle a conversation with your children and teens related to su***de. This is an important topic that needs to be addressed to prevent further su***des. (www.mbmsp.net; www.helpforsu***de.org)

10/27/2020

Dr. Rickard will review the science around happiness and provide strategies for increasing happiness in your life. (www.mbmsp.net; www.helpforsu***de.org)

10/20/2020

Dr. Julie Rickard shares statistics surrounding access to lethal means and what you can do in your own home to ensure your loved ones are safe. (www.helpforsu***de.org).

10/14/2020

10/13/2020

There is no live stream training today. Stay safe!

10/06/2020

Dr. Rickard discusses maternal mental health and the importance of teaching resilience skills to children. Learn what those skills are as well as early signs to look for.

09/29/2020

Dr. Rickard will talk about the steps involved in setting and achieving goals. She will also address barriers that people struggle with in attempting to achieve goals. Please like and share these trainings for broadest reach. Thank you! www.helpforsu***de.org

09/24/2020

Watch with sound on as it is moving listening to the kids sing.

This is One Voice Children's Choir covering "Good Job" by Alicia Keys: A Tribute to Covid-19 Heroes The One Voice Children's Choir would like to say “Good Jo...