Who Should Take This Training?

In short, the more people trained in QPR, the more lives saved.

Every adult should take QPR. It’s a short training that saves lives. However, if you have recently lost someone to suicide, this training may not be right for you right now. Experts suggest waiting at least 6 months after experiencing the loss of a loved one before taking this training. That advice goes for community groups as well.

How can I get trained?

We offer in-person or virtual trainings catered to your group’s needs. Email mtimmerman@mhaky.org to request more information.

Suicide Prevention Training

Question, Persuade, Refer

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.

Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.

Please visit the QPR Institute here to learn more.

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Want More Information?

Mental Illnesses are brain-based conditions that affect thinking, emotions, and behaviors. Since we all have brains – having some kind of mental health problem during your life is really common. No matter what kind of mental health problem someone is facing, it is always possible to get better. If you think you’re experiencing a mental illness, try to find any kind of support earlier than later. Like other illness, treating mental illnesses early can help you get better faster.

We welcome the opportunity to assist you! We are available via phone, text, and email most weekdays. Please call 859.684.7778 or email mhaky@mhaky.org if you have urgent questions that are not covered here at this time!