This is a two day training, taking place on May 28 & May 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Those who partake in ASIST include both trained professionals and members of the general public. People do not need to have any training in suicide prevention or intervention prior to attending ASIST. With ASIST, people can provide guidance and suicide first-aid to a person with thoughts of suicide in ways that meet their individual safety needs, as well as identify the key elements of an effective suicide safety plan and the actions required to implement it.

This training comes at no cost to attendees and is open to the public. To register for the training, call (906) 483-9077 ext. 303, or email kmartens@coppershores.org. The deadline to register is May 24. Learn more about the training at coppershores.org/news/asist-in-negaunee-may-28-29.