Are you interested in our updated Pacific Islander Suicide Prevention cards? Click the pdf below to print or we can deliver it to your organization. If you are interested in having the cards delivered, please email Kristie Lui (she/her) at KFLui@smcgov.org.
These cards were developed by the Pacific Islander Initiative (PII). To learn more about PII, visit SMCHealth.org/pacific-islander-initiative.
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Hello, everyone!
The way we talk about suicide can contribute to suicide prevention. Next time you bring up the topic of suicide, remember these helpful tips:
More suicide prevention events and resources at SMCHealth.org/SPM.
Events happening this week:
💜 Mon, 9/25 – Be Sensitive Be Brave at Belmont Library
💜 Wed, 9/27 – Be Sensitive Be Brave at Atherton Library
💜 Thurs, 9/28 – Be Sensitive Be Brave at Half Moon Bay Library
💜 Thurs, 9/28 – Crafternoon hosted at SMC Pride Center, San Mateo
💜 Fri, 9/29 – Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud via Zoom
💜 Sat, 9/30 – Recovery Dance at P90 Friendship Hall, San Mateo
Attend events, get involved and find support at SMCHealth.org/SPM.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, contact our 24/7 CRISIS hotlines:
Call 650-579-0350 or 988
Text “Bay” to 741-741 or 988
Visit SanMateoCrisis.org
In community,
Sylvia Tang & Kristie Lui
The Parent Project is a free, 12-week course designed for parents and caregivers with adolescents who display challenging behaviors. Offered in both English and Spanish, the classes teach both prevention and intervention strategies that focus on the following areas:
• Dealing with unhealthy and/or dangerous behaviors in teens
• Strengthening family relationships
Participants gain access to resources and other support systems available in their communities, and also practice effective parenting skills that include:
• Developing appropriate family structure
• Preventing or ceasing the use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco
• Enhancing communication skills
• Improving grades and school attendance
To learn more about Parent Project, visit SMCHealth.org/ParentProject.
The Parent Project is a free, 12-week course designed for parents and caregivers with adolescents who display challenging behaviors. Offered in both English and Spanish, the classes teach both prevention and intervention strategies that focus on the following areas:
• Dealing with unhealthy and/or dangerous behaviors in teens
• Strengthening family relationships
Participants gain access to resources and other support systems available in their communities, and also practice effective parenting skills that include:
• Developing appropriate family structure
• Preventing or ceasing the use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco
• Enhancing communication skills
• Improving grades and school attendance
To learn more about Parent Project, visit SMCHealth.org/ParentProject.
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Hello, everyone!
Have you heard of the Be Sensitive, Be Brave Training?
“Be Sensitive, Be Brave ” is a 2-hour foundational workshop that infuses culture and diversity throughout the mental health or suicide prevention trainings.. This workshop teaches community members to identify warning signs and and to connect individuals to help.
We are partnering with the San Mateo County Libraries to offer free trainings throughout this month. Visit SMCHealth.org/BSBB-Schedule to find out when is the next one!
Events happening this week:
💜 Sun, 9/10 – Compassion & Honesty: Working With Depressed/Suicidal Older Adults While Managing Your Own Feelings – Virtual
💜 Mon, 9/11 – Be Sensitive, Be Brave Training in Woodside
💜 Tues, 9/12 – Walk of Hope Recovery Breakfast at County Center, Redwood City
💜 Wed, 9/13 – Be Sensitive, Be Brave Training in East Palo Alto
💜 Fri, 9/15 – Let’s Share Hope Together: Screening “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” at San Mateo Main Library, San Mateo
Attend events, get involved and find support at SMCHealth.org/SPM.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, contact our 24/7 CRISIS hotlines:
Call 650-579-0350 or 988
Text “Bay” to 741-741 or 988
Visit SanMateoCrisis.org
In community,
Sylvia Tang & Kristie Lui
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