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If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, please contact the information below for help and resources. * For CANADA: Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for 24-hour service. * For USA: Call or Text 988 - Suicide & Crisis Line. * For AUSTRALIA: Lifeline Australia: Call 13 11 14 or Text 0477 13 11 14 (6 pm-midnight). * For UNITED KINGDOM: Samaritans: Call 116 123 for 24/7 support; Childline: Call 0800 1111.

As the festive season approaches, it's essential to prioritize mental well-being alongside celebrations. Here are some simple yet impactful tips from #LivingWorks to help you enjoy a safe and balanced holiday season: ✔️ Hydrate and Rest: Remember to drink plenty of water and get quality sleep. Taking care of your physical health lays the foundation for a joyful holiday experience. ✔️ Reach Out and Connect: Check in with friends, family, and neighbors. A small gesture like a call or message can make someone’s day brighter, especially during this time of year. ✔️ Create Inclusive Gatherings: Make your celebrations welcoming for everyone by embracing diversity and recognizing that people experience the holidays in their own unique ways. ✔️ Schedule "Me" Time: Amid the holiday hustle, don’t forget to carve out moments for yourself. Enjoy a favorite book, take a peaceful walk, or simply relax with a warm cup of tea. Self-care matters. ✔️ Seek Support: If the season feels overwhelming, reach out to someone you trust. Talking about your feelings can provide comfort and relief. 💛 Wishing you a safe, inclusive, and mentally rejuvenating holiday season from all of us at LivingWorks!

Today marks the first anniversary of the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline being available to Canadians! 💙 This lifesaving, easy-to-remember, three-digit number provides a safe and supportive space to talk—offering assistance in English and French 24/7, every single day of the year. While the helpline is designed to prevent suicide, no one will be turned away. Whether you're in crisis or seeking access to other #MentalHealth resources, compassionate professionals are here to guide you to the help you need. 🔗 Learn more at 988.ca.

🌟 Big News for our Trainer Community! 🌟 We’re excited to launch the LivingWorks Connect Trainer Portal on November 28th! 🚀 This all-in-one platform simplifies your work and elevates your training experience. What’s New? 💻 Enhanced Profiles ✔️ Track workshop history, participants trained, and annual requirements. ✔️ Update details like industry expertise, populations served, and language fluency. 📅 Effortless Event Management ✔️ Easily create, submit, and manage workshops. ✔️ Submit feedback and reports for LivingWorks ASIST and LivingWorks safeTALK with ease. 📂 Centralized Resources ✔️ Access updated program materials, workshop videos, policies, and a refreshed marketing package—all in one place. 🛒 Streamlined Ordering ✔️ Order products for multiple programs in a single transaction, in your home currency. 📰 Real-Time Updates ✔️ Stay in the know with news and announcements directly on the portal. 🎥 How-To Support ✔️ Navigate the portal effortlessly with step-by-step guides and videos available at launch. Stay tuned for sign-in instructions and more details. Thank you for your dedication to creating #SaferFromSuicide communities worldwide! 💙

We’re thrilled to announce that LivingWorks has officially joined the National Suicide Prevention Alliance (NSPA) in the UK! Becoming a member of this growing network of organizations and individuals dedicated to creating #SaferFromSuicide communities is a tremendous honor. Together, we share a common goal: to reduce the stigma surrounding #MentalHealth and to make #SuicidePrevention a priority for everyone. Discover more about our membership and the incredible work being done by the NSPA: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gCcY3iia.

🚨 Are you ready to make a push for #MentalHealth? 🚨 💪 The Push-Up Challenge is BACK, and it’s bigger than ever! From February 11 to 28, 2025, join thousands of Canadians in tackling 2,000 push-ups (or your favorite alternative exercise)—representing the lives lost to suicide every day around the globe. 🌟 Why get involved? ✔️ Raise awareness for mental health ✔️ Help break the stigma around mental illness ✔️ Stay active for an inspiring cause ✔️ Support mental health initiatives in your community Whether you’re participating solo, with loved ones, or as part of a workplace team, this FREE event is your chance to move for change and #SuicidePrevention. 👉 Sign up today and learn more: https://lnkd.in/gTSA3iPp Canadian Mental Health Association

Honoring Remembrance, Healing, and Hope: International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day 2024 On November 23rd, we join hands to honor those lost to suicide and support the survivors who courageously walk the path of healing and hope. Ways to Support and Remember on #InternationalSurvivorsofSuicideLossDay: 💬 Attend a Gathering: Connect with others through local or virtual events for shared understanding and support. 🖊️ Share Your Story: If you feel ready, your story can be a powerful guide for others on their healing journey. 🤝 Reach Out: Lean on other survivors and offer support to those impacted by loss. 📚 Utilize Resources: Explore helpful guides and materials from mental health organizations to support your grief journey. 💙 Raise Awareness: Amplify the message of suicide prevention and support for loss survivors. 🌹 Honor Your Loved One: Celebrate their life in a way that feels meaningful and close to your heart. Healing doesn’t happen overnight. Each step forward is courageous, and together, we are never alone. #SuicidePrevention #LivingWorks

Excited to kick off the International Association for Suicide Prevention's Pan-American Conference today! 🎉 Join us as we discuss the future of #SuicidePrevention training and ongoing research initiatives. Learn more about how we're making a difference: https://lnkd.in/gsmJQY_x.

📢 Exciting News! #LivingWorks is thrilled to announce that LivingWorks ASIST and LivingWorks safeTALK have joined LivingWorks Start on the Suicide Prevention Resource Center's Best Practices Registry! The Suicide Prevention Resource Center’s Best Practices Registry (BPR) highlights trusted programs that meet rigorous standards for #SuicidePrevention and intervention, empowering communities, organizations, and individuals to take impactful steps toward a suicide-safer world. 📰 Discover more about this milestone and what it means for building communities that are #SaferFromSuicide in our latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/gf6xh3V8.

As a proud sponsor of this year’s International Association for Suicide Prevention Pan-America Conference in Minneapolis, #LivingWorks is thrilled to connect with the #SuicidePrevention community for an impactful week! We’re starting strong on Tuesday, the 19th, with LivingWorks’ Glen Bloomstrom facilitating a pre-conference LivingWorks safeTALK workshop. This session offers attendees the vital skills to recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide and connect them to essential support. Then on Friday, the 22nd, don’t miss an insightful presentation by LivingWorks’ Executive Vice President of Innovation, Dr. Pete Gutierrez, alongside Dr. Morton Silverman and representing Dr. Sarah Spafford. They’ll dive into “What is known about suicide prevention gatekeeper training and directions for future research,” exploring the future of community training in suicide prevention. Throughout the week, stop by our booth to meet our team and learn about LivingWorks’ gold-standard suicide prevention and intervention programs. We look forward to seeing you at the conference and working together toward a #SaferFromSuicide world!