Suicide is a serious public health problem that can have long-lasting effects on individuals, families, and communities. Everyone can help prevent suicide. This course will provide information and helpful strategies for people who support those dealing with suicidal thoughts.

Learning Objectives:

• Increase one's knowledge, and understanding of suicide

• Recognize warning signs

• Identify risk and protective factors

• Increase willingness and ability to intervene with a person at risk for suicide

Instructor: Gwenetta Cook-Huddleston

Gwenetta has a Bachelor’s in Education and a Master’s in Public Administration. She has 27 years of experience in supporting mental health programs in different capacities. Over the past twenty-seven years, she has been a Caretaker, Business Owner, Content Creator, Curriculum Developer, Teacher, Trainer, Counselor, Supervisor, Program Manager, and Regional Director. She is currently the Friendship Line Training Supervisor at Institute on Aging. The populations Gwenetta has served have been disabled seniors and other at-risk groups. She has extensive training with disabled seniors.

Gwenetta believes that professionals should be working in partnership with clients to utilize their strengths to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals. She also realizes how important it is to identify all aspects of an individual’s life that impact their well-being including their physical health, support systems, work or school environment, and faith/spirituality in this process. She is committed to empowering professionals in the mental health field with the tools, training, and knowledge they need to perform optimally in their professional roles.

Date: May 29th, 2024 10:00am-11:00am (Pacific Time)

Place: Online. The Zoom link for joining this workshop will be sent in your confirmation email.

Cost: No charge, but RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.

For any questions, please contact us: [email protected].

This training is offered by the Friendship Line at the Institute on Aging. To learn more about the Friendship Line and other IOA programs and services, visit our website: https://www.ioaging.org or call our CONNECT team at 415.750.4111.

This program serving the community is funded by the City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services.