Starting the Conversation: Older Adults and Suicide

ElderSAFE Webinar: Starting the Conversation – Older Adults and Suicide

The ElderSAFE Center is excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar: Starting the Conversation: Older Adults and Suicide on May 11th from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. EST.

Older adults have the highest rates of suicide compared to other age groups. Unfortunately, the mental health needs of older adults are often ignored and left untreated. This webinar will address the unique mental health needs of older adults, debunking common myths. Using a case example, attendees will learn about risk and protective factors, warning signs, and resources available to older adults at risk of suicide. This webinar will help attendees feel more confident discussing suicide with older adults in their lives. This webinar is designed for professionals and community members working with older adults.

This webinar offer 2 FREE Category 1 social work continuing education credits.

Register online.

May 11, 2021

1 – 3 p.m.