Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub

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106-108 Macquarie Road
springwood, NSW 2777 Australia Get Directions

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  • Wesley LifeForce Supporting Young People Suicide Prevention Workshop

    Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub 106-108 Macquarie Road, springwood, NSW, Australia

    Overview Suicide prevention training Learn practical skills to support someone in distress. This workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to support someone who may be experiencing distress or suicidal thoughts. Early effective support can make a real difference and save lives. These conversations offer support and a safe space for open discussions while encouraging help seeking. ​ You’ll learn: How to use safe, supportive language How to ask about suicide Active listening strategies Safety planning and self‑care Risk and protective factors How to connect someone with support services. Ensuring participant safety Delivered by accredited facilitators, the training is based on current research and aligns with Mindframe guidelines for safe communication. Wesley LifeForce Community Suicide Prevention Training is accredited with Quality Innovation Performance Limited (QIP), assessed against the Suicide Prevention Australia Standards. Who should attend: These trainings are suitable for educators, youth workers, school wellbeing staff, parents and carers, community leaders, and frontline staff who support young people in any setting.

    Free

  • Wesley LifeForce Suicide Awareness Session – Springwood, NSW

    Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub 106-108 Macquarie Road, springwood, NSW, Australia

    Overview 2 hour suicide awareness session Suicide prevention awareness session Our suicide awareness session is an introductory course aimed at increasing awareness of suicide and key supports available to support a person in distress. This seminar is an introductory course aimed at increasing your understanding of the incidence of suicide in Australia, awareness of the signs that indicate a person may require support,and national and local resources available to support someone in distress. You’ll learn: How to use safe, supportive language An understanding of the incidence of suicide in Australia How to recognise the signs someone may be at risk of suicide National and local suicide prevention resources available to support help seeking Ensuring participant safety Delivered by accredited facilitators, the training is based on current research and aligns with Mindframe guidelines for safe communication. Wesley LifeForce Community Suicide Prevention Training is accredited with Quality Innovation Performance Limited (QIP), assessed against the Suicide Prevention Australia Standards. Who should attend: Open to all community members (18 years of age and over)

    Free