Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training Programme (ASIST) Headford  23^rd & 24^th October

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a 2-day skills-based workshop that equips caregivers for an effective suicide intervention role. The emphasis is on suicide first aid - helping a person at imminent risk stay safe and seek further help. Participants reflect on their attitudes and beliefs about suicide and how these may affect their intervention role. They learn how to notice invitations for help and ask directly about suicide. An intervention framework is provided and modelled. This is followed by extensive opportunities to practice skills needed to implement the model. Community resources likely to promote life links and continuity of care are also identified.

Programme Aims & Objectives

The purpose of the ASIST programme is to enhance caregivers’ comfort, confidence and competence in helping a person at imminent risk of suicide.

The 2-day training will take place in Cloughanover Community Centre, Headford on the 23^rd & 24^th October 2017. The training is free. For more information and application forms contact Solas Resource Centre, Headford at 093 - 36446