Suicide Prevention: Take Action to Make A Difference!

Did you know that two Churchill High School families have lost a child to suicide in the last 3 months?

Would you know what to do if a friend of your teen was suicidal or if you even were concerned about your own child?

Each year an estimated 775,000 family members are impacted by the suicide attempt or death of a loved one. Countless others are concerned about friends. You can make a difference and possibly save a life. In as little as one hour parents and their teens attending South Eugene Parent Council's November 8th Parent Education Series can learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide and how to apply three simple steps that may save a life.

Presented by a certified instructor, Damien Sands, each QPR training includes information on: the problem of suicide nationally and in Lane County, common myths and facts associated with suicide, warning signs of suicide, tips for asking the suicide question, methods for persuading suicidal individuals to get help, ways of referring at risk people to local resources, and time for questions and answers.

Each attendee will receive a QPR booklet and card with information on suicide prevention, as well as resource information for treatment providers and support groups within their community.

We know this isn't a pretty topic and that your teen may even not want you to attend. But the QPR you learn and may some day even have to apply could save a life of a precious Eugene teen. Please join us on Thursday, November 8th from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the South Eugene Cafeteria.

If you have questions on this program, please contact Helen Garrett, Parent Council Chair at sehsparentcouncil@comcast.net