Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Workshop - Disability Support Work, Port Macquarie, NSW

Details

This focused workshop develops practical confidence for disability support workers and related professionals to recognise and respond to suicide risk safely and compassionately. Participants will strengthen communication, listening and referral skills for supporting a person experiencing distress or suicidal thoughts.

Key learning outcomes:

• Use safe, supportive language
• Ask directly and sensitively about suicide
• Apply active listening strategies
• Recognise risk factors, protective factors and warning signs
• Contribute to safety planning and self-care
• Connect someone with appropriate support services