QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer—three simple steps anyone can learn to help someone who may be experiencing a suicide crisis. This evidence-based training teaches participants how to recognize warning signs, start supportive conversations, and connect individuals with professional help.
Morgan County Substance Abuse Council offers QPR training free of charge to schools, businesses, churches, organizations, and community groups throughout Morgan County.
Many people who are struggling show warning signs before a crisis occurs, but those signs often go unnoticed. QPR Suicide Prevention Training helps participants recognize when someone may be at risk and provides the confidence to respond in a caring and supportive way.
The goal of QPR is not to replace professional mental health care. Instead, it empowers everyday people with the knowledge to recognize a crisis, offer support, and help connect someone with the resources they need.
During QPR training, participants learn how to:
The training is practical, easy to understand, and designed for people of all backgrounds.
QPR is valuable for anyone who wants to be prepared to help someone in need, including:
No prior experience or training is required.
Suicide prevention is a community effort. When more people know how to recognize warning signs and respond with compassion, more lives can be positively impacted.
QPR provides practical skills that encourage early intervention and help create communities where individuals feel supported and connected. A simple conversation can make a meaningful difference, and knowing how to respond may help someone take the first step toward getting the help they need.
Morgan County Substance Abuse Council is proud to offer QPR Suicide Prevention Training free of charge to interested groups throughout Morgan County. Whether you’re a school, business, church, nonprofit organization, or community group, our team can provide training that equips participants with valuable, life-saving knowledge.
Contact MCSAC today to schedule a free QPR Suicide Prevention Training for your organization or community group.