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QPR Suicide Prevention Training

The Berkeley Heights YMCA is hosting two vital QPR Suicide Prevention Training sessions this May. This 60–90 minute, evidence-based program is designed to teach individuals aged 16 and older how to recognize the signs of suicide and how to intervene effectively to save lives.

What is QPR?

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. By becoming a “Gatekeeper,” you can play a crucial role in recognizing a crisis, understanding the warning signs, and taking the necessary steps to support someone who may be contemplating suicide.

This training is perfect for anyone who wants to make a difference, including teachers, parents, coaches, community leaders, or anyone who interacts with others regularly.

Training Sessions:

  • Date 1: May 13, 2025, from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM at Berkeley Heights YMCA
  • Date 2: May 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM at Berkeley Heights YMCA

Sponsorship: This event is sponsored by the New Providence Mental Health Advocacy & Education Committee and the Rotary Club of Mental Health Advocates.

  • New Providence Mental Health Advocacy & Education Committee: Facebook Page
  • Rotary Club of Mental Health Advocates: Website

Registration: To attend this important training, please register here:

REGISTER

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn life-saving skills and become part of a community that’s committed to preventing suicide and supporting mental health.

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In 1886, we were founded as the Young Men’s Christian Association, but today, we are The Y; an association that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. We stand for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility — For a better us. We are committed to creating equal opportunity for all regardless of gender, age, disability, income, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive culture in which our four core values — responsibility, honesty, caring and respect — are integral to everyday operations.

Each year, as one of the area’s leading 501(c)3 charitable organizations, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 15,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the New Jersey communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling and Summit. Our history is rooted in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to offer financial assistance for our programs and services to those in need.

Please note that the section of Maple Street closest to the Summit YMCA will be closed from approximately 7 AM to 11 AM on Sunday, May 5, for our Mother’s Day 5K. Please use Cedar Street to access the public lot that is next to our building.