SALIDA, CO – QPR Suicide Prevention Training to be Offered in Salida- Free Community
Education Event to Raise Awareness and Save Lives
Suicide prevention starts with awareness, education, and action. In collaboration with Solvista
Health, Chaffee County Public Health is offering a free QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide
Prevention Training to equip community members with life-saving skills. The session will take
place this Friday, March 28, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at the Touber Building (Tenderfoot Room),
448 E. 1st St., Salida.
QPR is an evidence-based suicide prevention program designed to reduce suicidal behaviors and
save lives through practical and proven intervention strategies. The 1.5-hour course is open to
anyone ages 18 and up and will teach participants:
● How to recognize warning signs of suicide
● Facts vs. myths about suicide
● How to intervene using the QPR Gatekeeper approach
This essential training empowers individuals—regardless of background—to make a difference in
the life of someone struggling with suicidal thoughts. By learning to question, persuade, and refer,
participants can help guide at-risk individuals toward the support they need.
The training is free, but registration is required. A minimum of six participants is needed to hold
the session. To sign up, contact Annie Ruiter at 719-221-0379 or email aruiter@chaffeecounty.org.
Join us in making our community a safer, more compassionate place. Together, we can save lives.