I discovered a new FREE training resource today for suicide prevention, courtesy of the Jefferson Branch Library staff. The Jason Foundation has free materials and staff training for suicide prevention & online training. They have also added 2 modules recently: Supporting LGBT Students in Schools: Suicide Prevention Among LGBT Youth Childhood and Teen Depression for Educators "JFI believes that awareness and education are the first steps to prevention. We want to establish a Triangle of Prevention by providing students, parents and teachers the tools and resources to help identify and help at-risk youth. This is accomplished through a curriculum unit for students and informational seminars for teachers and parents. This instructional kit provides resources to accomplish this goal. The materials are easy to use and are intended to provide educational information. " Their web site is here: http://jasonfoundation.com/get-involved/educator-youth-worker-coach/programs... Programs - The Jason Foundation<http://jasonfoundation.com/get-involved/educator-youth-worker-coach/programs/> jasonfoundation.com The Jason Foundation programs are based on the Triangle of Prevention model in order to reach all areas of a young person’s life: parents, educators/youth workers ... Have a great weekend! Mary Jo PS Please excuse any cross-postings! Mary Jo Vortkamp B.A., M.L.I.S. Manager and Children's Librarian Franklin Branch of the Detroit Public Library 13651 E. McNichols Detrot, MI 48205 313-481-1741 Hours: M, W, S 10-6 T & Th 12-8 [DPL Logo]<http://www.detroitpubliclibrary.org> Detroit Public Library Disclaimer This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual(s) addressed in the message. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute, or copy this e-mail. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, distributing, or copying this e-mail is strictly prohibited.