Suicide Prevention Class - Coming January 22!

 

Ok, pretty corny picture, but I can't emphasize enough that learning to help someone who is suicidal is a skill set!  If you can learn CPR, you can learn how to Question, Persuade, and Refer someone to appropriate help.

This free 2 hour class is provided by Polk County Family and Community Outreach staff, Abby Warren.  She taught it at MCC several years ago, and I still get feedback from attendees that they have felt equipped to help a loved one or friend!

This Class is open to the community.  Next month I will post a link to register.  For more information, email hmh@mymcc.cc.

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