*Free to all volunteers in clubs and associations in a drive to encourage one of them to take on this vital role for their club or association and help bring Peer-Support to the heart of communities as a critical part of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
Training in Mental Health Peer-Support creates a compassionate network within a club and a community. Training transcends traditional boundaries, breaking down the stigma associated with mental health discussions. The benefits are profound and far-reaching. Trained peer-supporters are attuned to subtle shifts in their community’s well-being. This heightened awareness fosters a culture of genuine care and concern.
Course: Cycle Against Suicide Mental Health Peer Support (Buddy) Training
Details: www.cycleagainstsuicide.com/register-to-become-community-buddy/
Cost: *Free of charge. No funding needed.
Delivery: Online via Zoom
Time: 7-10pm on 4 evenings over 2 weeks
Option 1: March: Tues 12th, Thurs 14th & Tues 19th , Thurs 21st (last places)
Option 2: April: Mon 8th, Wed 10th & Mon 15th, Wed 17th
Option 3: May: Mon 13th, Wed 15th & Mon 20th, Wed 22nd
To Register: training@cycleagainstsuicide.com
or online at www.cycleagainstsuicide.com/register-to-become-community-buddy/
*free to volunteers in a community club or association or who are associated with any part of their community’s safety, health and wellbeing.
The mental health of our communities is extremely important to us.
“It’s OK not to feel OK, and it’s absolutely OK to ask for help.”