October 7, 2024 by The Town of Hingham
As part of its ongoing efforts to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and provide residents with essential suicide prevention education, the Hingham Mental Health Taskforce will sponsor two free trainings this fall.
The first training is QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer. This suicide prevention training teaches three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life.
Date: Tuesday, October 8th
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Hingham Public Library – Whiton Room
Following this in November is Talk Saves Lives. This community presentation covers the scope of suicide, the research on prevention, and the actions people can take to help.
Date: Tuesday, November 12th
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Hingham Public Library – Whiton Room
By attending these sessions, residents can gain valuable knowledge that could save a life. Together, we can break the stigma and support our fellow community members.