New Mexico Suicide Prevention Coalition News July 15, 2008 Free Training on Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention Taos, August 9th, 2008 Dr. Frank Campbell is the presenter for the Taos training.  If you've ever been to one of his workshops, we know you'll be in Taos on August 9th.  If you've never been to one of his workshops, don't miss it!  Ask anyone who has had the opportunity to learn from Frank, and you will hear high praise.  Comments from the last New Mexico training by Frank Campbell: ...he had so much information and it was so practical, he would talk about how it applied to real life situations.... I found his talk to be just absolutely fantastic. ...he talked about what a powerful prevention tool postvention is and how important it is for communities to begin that work. He talked about a lot of the challenges in doing the work with systems that are in place, whether it's the religious community or the educational system that you're working in and some of the challenges that you face in doing the work and how to counter some of them. This day is for anyone interested in suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention.  Don't miss it!  It's FREE!  Pass the word! Suicide Prevention, Intervention & Postvention TAOS COMING TOGETHER Understanding and Preventing Suicide A Free Community Wide Training on Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention   Presenter Dr. Frank Campbell, Ph.D., LCSW, CT Executive Director of the Crisis Center Foundation and the Office of Clinical Research and Consultation, Baton Rouge, LA Saturday, August 9, 2008 from 8:00am to 4:00pm National Guard Armory 1145 State Road 570 Llano Quemado, New Mexico, 87557 Historically, Taos has been at the top of statistical reports for suicide related deaths. Working together as a community we are reducing these numbers by providing valuable information, programs and raising awareness.  Would YOU like to make a difference?  Would you like to learn more about suicide, how to prevent it and help those who are living with the aftermath? Early recognition of the warning signs of suicide, active intervention and referral to those who can help are the keys to suicide prevention.  Helping those left behind -- postvention --is imperative.  Don't miss this outstanding opportunity to learn about the impact of suicide in our community, and help reduce the trauma. Only 300 spaces are available. Please pre-register (see below), but walk - ins will be welcome. Morning and afternoon snacks and lunch will be provided.  This event is accredited with CEU's for Law Enforcement, Social Workers/Counselors, and application has been made through the NM Nurses Association for approval. Organized by the NM Suicide Prevention Coalition, this free event is made possible by a generous donation from The Fred Fund - The Fred Fund Please encourage friends, family, laypeople and professionals to attend this event!  You may easily forward this email by clicking on the link at the bottom of this email. TAOS COMING TOGETHER   Suicide Prevention, Intervention & Postvention Training   REGISTRATION FORM: Click here and you will be transferred to the NM Suicide Prevention Coalition website and a PDF registration form.  Thank you!     Go to the Coaltion Website  to find out how to join us in suicide prevention efforts all around New Mexico. Mission The New Mexico Suicide Prevention Coalition is devoted to suicide prevention, intervention and postvention; and provides education, support and advocacy to reduce the suicide rate in New Mexico. Please join us at the next Coalition meeting on August 20, 2008, 9:30- 12:30 in Albuquerque. See our website for more information. JOIN US in Albuquerque or by conference call.