Vermont Establishes First Center of Excellence for Suicide Prevention

The Vermont Department of Mental Health has launched the state's inaugural Center of Excellence for Suicide Prevention, partnering with the Center for Health and Learning (CHL) and the Vermont Program for Quality in Health Care (VPQHC). This initiative aims to unify healthcare providers and community partners to enhance suicide prevention efforts. VPQHC will implement the Zero Suicide framework in healthcare settings, providing tools like safety planning and resources for supporting patients experiencing suicidality. CHL will lead community-based initiatives, including the Vermont Suicide Prevention Coalition and expanding trainings such as Umatter®. For more information and resources, visit FacingSuicideVT.com. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Center for Health and Learning & Vermont Program for Quality in Health Care to Lead Suicide Prevention Efforts Across the State

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