TELL… someone if you are having thoughts of suicide or if someone you know is experiencing emotional distress ASK… “Are you you having thoughts of suicide?” If yes, LISTEN to the person’s concerns and get them connected to help. Help is available.  Connect to KEEPSAFE resources listed at the bottom of this site.  There is HOPE!     Keepsafe.

NEWS:

Each year the Suicide Prevention Implementation Network (SPIN) may provide funding to a maximum of $1,500.00 for individuals, groups, or organizations to offer programs or events to make Brandon and area suicide-safer.

Funding Applications are now Available.

2020-2021 SPIN funding application form

SPIN Funding Guidelines 2020- Appendix A

Upcoming Events:

All Public Education Opportunities have been postponed at this time. 

For Registration for any of these courses: call Kaila Derhak 204-578-2490 or email at kderhak@pmh-mb.ca

SafeTALK – Suicide Alertness for Everyone – call SPIN to inquire about this free 3 hour training – We can arrange for your group!

SafeTALK is a three hour Living Works program that teaches members of the community to recognize persons with thoughts of suicide and to connect them to suicide first-aid resources. Upcoming course February 25, 2020 from 9-12 at Riverbank Discovery Centre.  Email spinassistant2019@outlook.com for registration information.

 Email SPIN if you would like a supply of Power Cards

SPIN – Powercards 2020

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