OLD LYME — September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
On Monday Sept. 29, at 6:30 p.m. in Old Lyme Town Hall, LYSB and the Lyme-Old Lyme Prevention Coaliton will host a free Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention training workshop. Anyone may attend.
Registration is required. Sign up at LYSB.org or register at this link.
Did you know that suicide is preventable? By combining knowledge, care, and compassion, people can make a real impact on those who are experiencing a crisis. Suicide is complex and influenced by many interconnected factors, but knowing the warning signs of suicide saves lives. With the right support, people can heal, build resilience, and thrive after crisis.
For those who are in crisis, asking the right questions, offering hope and support, and referring them to the right resources can promote healing. By being trained in QPR, you will have the right tools to give someone the support they might need. Anyone can be trained in QPR, and consequently anyone can save a life in need.
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a crisis, call the national crisis line 988 to speak, chat, or text with a trained crisis counselor.