Frequently Asked Questions
Who We Train
FAQS
Find answers to common inquiries about our mental health support, resources, and services.
General
What is community helper (formerly "gatekeeper") training?
Community Helper training equips individuals of all types and roles (e.g., family, teachers, coaches, healthcare providers) within any community with skills to recognize suicide warning signs and offer support. It teaches how to identify at-risk individuals, engage in empathetic conversations, and connect them with resources. It aims to create a supportive network within the community, where people are empowered to intervene and prevent suicide.
Can prevention/intervention and postvention both be taught in a day?
Prevention/intervention and postvention focus on different aspects of suicide and are generally taught separately. Prevention/intervention addresses identifying warning signs and intervening before an attempt, while postvention supports those after a suicide. Although postvention can act as a form of prevention by addressing the aftermath and preventing further tragedies, when these topics are introduced for the first time, they are generally taught separately. This ensures that participants can fully engage with and absorb the unique content of each training.
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
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Specialized Workshops |
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
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2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
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3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
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Consultation |
||
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
What is the difference between Connect Prevention/Intervention and Connect Postvention training?
Prevention/Intervention teaches how to recognize and respond to suicidal thoughts or behaviors before an attempt. Postvention focuses on supporting individuals and communities after a suicide, offering grief support, reducing stigma, and helping to prevent further suicides.
Who should attend a postvention training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Who should attend a Connect Postvention Planning Session?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What can Consultation Services be used for?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can prevention/intervention and postvention both be taught in a day?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What is the difference between Connect Prevention/Intervention and Connect Postvention training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Who should attend a postvention training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Who should attend a Connect Postvention Planning Session?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What can Consultation Services be used for?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Are trainings or services offered in languages other than English?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can you meet the cultural needs of diverse communities?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How does NAMI NH set and incorporate travel expenses for their staff?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How much do Connect Training and Consultation Services cost?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can the Connect Team assist if we have questions after training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What is the contracting, invoicing, and payment process?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How much notice is required to book a training date?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How many people can attend a Connect training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can Continuing Education (CE) credits be offered for Connect trainings?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can we invite people from outside our organization to attend a training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Training for Students
How many students can be trained in the Youth Leader program?
The program accommodates up to 30 students and 15 adults, who will co-lead future trainings.
How many adults should be involved in the Youth Leader program?
At least 2 adults should be trained along with a minimum of 6 students to ensure program sustainability.
Do students need parent/guardian permission to participate?
Yes, parental permission is required. Schools/organizations are responsible for obtaining and managing permission forms, using either the provided template or their own form.
What is the cost of the Youth Leader Training program?
Costs vary based on factors like training format, location, number of participants, and required materials. The range for Connect Youth Leader is $2,500 – $7,000 (based on 2025 rates and subject to change). Your cost will be based on the level of service and factors related to the delivery of the service. Contact us for a cost quote via our Contact Us form or email info@theconnectprogram.org.
Can special formatting or language requirements be accommodated in a quote or invoice?
Yes, we can adjust quotes, contracts, or invoices to meet specific requirements. Let us know your needs, and we’ll work with you to meet them.
What happens when a Youth Leader student graduates?
Graduates cannot use the curriculum or materials after graduating. It is recommended that each school program train a cohort of new students within their school each year to replace graduating Youth Leaders and ensure sustainability for the program.
What if a Youth Leader adult co-leader leaves?
If an adult co-leader leaves, they are no longer authorized to use the curriculum or materials outside the district where they were trained.
Can middle school students participate?
The program is designed for high school students, but younger students may participate if they are mature, interested, and able to commit. Discuss with your NAMI NH Connect Trainer before inviting middle school students.
Do adult Youth Leader co-leaders need to be employed at the school?
No, adults can be volunteers, parents, PTA members, or community leaders, as long as they are screened and approved by the school. They should be experienced with youth and committed to the program.
Can high school Youth Leaders train at other schools?
Youth Leaders can train within their own school district. They can collaborate with Youth Leaders from other districts for joint events but cannot train an audience of only students from another district.
Can non-school youth organizations use the Youth Leader program?
Yes! The program is available to organizations like YMCAs, summer camps, and community youth groups that want to engage in suicide prevention.
Can we host just the Day 2 training for youth and adults?
Yes! You can host Day 2 training for a mix of youth and adults to build interest in a future Youth Leader program. Contact us to explore this option.
How can I get more information about the Youth Leader program?
Fill out our interest form, and we’ll reach out with more details. You can also check out our recorded Youth Leader Program Overview presentation on our eLearning platform.
What if a student who recently lost someone to suicide wants to participate?
Students who’ve recently lost someone to suicide may find suicide prevention training difficult. We ask that you speak with the NAMI NH Connect Trainer assigned to your event to assess their readiness and appropriateness for the training.
Training for Individuals & Small Groups
Why can't individuals sign up for any Connect training?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
How do community groups pay for Connect training?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
Training for Organizations
How will our staff access eLearning courses if we purchase seats in bulk?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Can we track who has started or completed the eLearning courses if we buy seats in bulk?
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
Can Connect Trainers in our organization train people from outside the organization?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How does NAMI NH support Connect Trainers to stay updated?
Prevention/Intervention teaches how to recognize and respond to suicidal thoughts or behaviors before an attempt. Postvention focuses on supporting individuals and communities after a suicide, offering grief support, reducing stigma, and helping to prevent further suicides.
How long are Connect Trainers authorized to deliver training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can remote staff participate in virtual or hybrid trainings?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can you accommodate special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Training for Federal/State Agencies & Communities
How are services secured, invoiced, and paid?
Community Helper training equips individuals of all types and roles (e.g., family, teachers, coaches, healthcare providers) within any community with skills to recognize suicide warning signs and offer support. It teaches how to identify at-risk individuals, engage in empathetic conversations, and connect them with resources. It aims to create a supportive network within the community, where people are empowered to intervene and prevent suicide.
Can you meet special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
Prevention/intervention and postvention focus on different aspects of suicide and are generally taught separately. Prevention/intervention addresses identifying warning signs and intervening before an attempt, while postvention supports those after a suicide. Although postvention can act as a form of prevention by addressing the aftermath and preventing further tragedies, when these topics are introduced for the first time, they are generally taught separately. This ensures that participants can fully engage with and absorb the unique content of each training.
Can large federal/state agencies or communities use the Connect Train-the-Trainer model?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How many students can be trained in the Youth Leader program?
The program accommodates up to 30 students and 15 adults, who will co-lead future trainings.
How many adults should be involved in the Youth Leader program?
At least 2 adults should be trained along with a minimum of 6 students to ensure program sustainability.
Do students need parent/guardian permission to participate?
Yes, parental permission is required. Schools/organizations are responsible for obtaining and managing permission forms, using either the provided template or their own form.
What is the cost of the Youth Leader Training program?
Costs vary based on factors like training format, location, number of participants, and required materials. The range for Connect Youth Leader is $2,500 – $7,000 (based on 2025 rates and subject to change). Your cost will be based on the level of service and factors related to the delivery of the service. Contact us for a cost quote via our Contact Us form or email info@theconnectprogram.org.
Can special formatting or language requirements be accommodated in a quote or invoice?
Yes, we can adjust quotes, contracts, or invoices to meet specific requirements. Let us know your needs, and we’ll work with you to meet them.
What happens when a Youth Leader student graduates?
Graduates cannot use the curriculum or materials after graduating. It is recommended that each school program train a cohort of new students within their school each year to replace graduating Youth Leaders and ensure sustainability for the program.
What if a Youth Leader adult co-leader leaves?
If an adult co-leader leaves, they are no longer authorized to use the curriculum or materials outside the district where they were trained.
Can middle school students participate?
The program is designed for high school students, but younger students may participate if they are mature, interested, and able to commit. Discuss with your NAMI NH Connect Trainer before inviting middle school students.
Do adult Youth Leader co-leaders need to be employed at the school?
No, adults can be volunteers, parents, PTA members, or community leaders, as long as they are screened and approved by the school. They should be experienced with youth and committed to the program.
Can high school Youth Leaders train at other schools?
Youth Leaders can train within their own school district. They can collaborate with Youth Leaders from other districts for joint events but cannot train an audience of only students from another district.
Can non-school youth organizations use the Youth Leader program?
Yes! The program is available to organizations like YMCAs, summer camps, and community youth groups that want to engage in suicide prevention.
Can we host just the Day 2 training for youth and adults?
Yes! You can host Day 2 training for a mix of youth and adults to build interest in a future Youth Leader program. Contact us to explore this option.
How can I get more information about the Youth Leader program?
Fill out our interest form, and we’ll reach out with more details. You can also check out our recorded Youth Leader Program Overview presentation on our eLearning platform.
What if a student who recently lost someone to suicide wants to participate?
Students who’ve recently lost someone to suicide may find suicide prevention training difficult. We ask that you speak with the NAMI NH Connect Trainer assigned to your event to assess their readiness and appropriateness for the training.
Why can't individuals sign up for any Connect training?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
How do community groups pay for Connect training?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How will our staff access eLearning courses if we purchase seats in bulk?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Can we track who has started or completed the eLearning courses if we buy seats in bulk?
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
Can Connect Trainers in our organization train people from outside the organization?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
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Specialized Workshops |
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
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2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
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3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
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Consultation |
||
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How does NAMI NH support Connect Trainers to stay updated?
Prevention/Intervention teaches how to recognize and respond to suicidal thoughts or behaviors before an attempt. Postvention focuses on supporting individuals and communities after a suicide, offering grief support, reducing stigma, and helping to prevent further suicides.
How long are Connect Trainers authorized to deliver training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can remote staff participate in virtual or hybrid trainings?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can you accommodate special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How are services secured, invoiced, and paid?
Community Helper training equips individuals of all types and roles (e.g., family, teachers, coaches, healthcare providers) within any community with skills to recognize suicide warning signs and offer support. It teaches how to identify at-risk individuals, engage in empathetic conversations, and connect them with resources. It aims to create a supportive network within the community, where people are empowered to intervene and prevent suicide.
Can you meet special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
Prevention/intervention and postvention focus on different aspects of suicide and are generally taught separately. Prevention/intervention addresses identifying warning signs and intervening before an attempt, while postvention supports those after a suicide. Although postvention can act as a form of prevention by addressing the aftermath and preventing further tragedies, when these topics are introduced for the first time, they are generally taught separately. This ensures that participants can fully engage with and absorb the unique content of each training.
Can large federal/state agencies or communities use the Connect Train-the-Trainer model?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
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Specialized Workshops |
||
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
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2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
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Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
General
What is community helper (formerly "gatekeeper") training?
Community Helper training equips individuals of all types and roles (e.g., family, teachers, coaches, healthcare providers) within any community with skills to recognize suicide warning signs and offer support. It teaches how to identify at-risk individuals, engage in empathetic conversations, and connect them with resources. It aims to create a supportive network within the community, where people are empowered to intervene and prevent suicide.
Can prevention/intervention and postvention both be taught in a day?
Prevention/intervention and postvention focus on different aspects of suicide and are generally taught separately. Prevention/intervention addresses identifying warning signs and intervening before an attempt, while postvention supports those after a suicide. Although postvention can act as a form of prevention by addressing the aftermath and preventing further tragedies, when these topics are introduced for the first time, they are generally taught separately. This ensures that participants can fully engage with and absorb the unique content of each training.
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
What is the difference between Connect Prevention/Intervention and Connect Postvention training?
Prevention/Intervention teaches how to recognize and respond to suicidal thoughts or behaviors before an attempt. Postvention focuses on supporting individuals and communities after a suicide, offering grief support, reducing stigma, and helping to prevent further suicides.
Who should attend a postvention training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Who should attend a Connect Postvention Planning Session?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What can Consultation Services be used for?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can prevention/intervention and postvention both be taught in a day?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What is the difference between Connect Prevention/Intervention and Connect Postvention training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Who should attend a postvention training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Who should attend a Connect Postvention Planning Session?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What can Consultation Services be used for?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Are trainings or services offered in languages other than English?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can you meet the cultural needs of diverse communities?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How does NAMI NH set and incorporate travel expenses for their staff?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How much do Connect Training and Consultation Services cost?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can the Connect Team assist if we have questions after training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
What is the contracting, invoicing, and payment process?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How much notice is required to book a training date?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How many people can attend a Connect training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can Continuing Education (CE) credits be offered for Connect trainings?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can we invite people from outside our organization to attend a training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Training for Students
How many students can be trained in the Youth Leader program?
The program accommodates up to 30 students and 15 adults, who will co-lead future trainings.
How many adults should be involved in the Youth Leader program?
At least 2 adults should be trained along with a minimum of 6 students to ensure program sustainability.
Do students need parent/guardian permission to participate?
Yes, parental permission is required. Schools/organizations are responsible for obtaining and managing permission forms, using either the provided template or their own form.
What is the cost of the Youth Leader Training program?
Costs vary based on factors like training format, location, number of participants, and required materials. The range for Connect Youth Leader is $2,500 – $7,000 (based on 2025 rates and subject to change). Your cost will be based on the level of service and factors related to the delivery of the service. Contact us for a cost quote via our Contact Us form or email info@theconnectprogram.org.
Can special formatting or language requirements be accommodated in a quote or invoice?
Yes, we can adjust quotes, contracts, or invoices to meet specific requirements. Let us know your needs, and we’ll work with you to meet them.
What happens when a Youth Leader student graduates?
Graduates cannot use the curriculum or materials after graduating. It is recommended that each school program train a cohort of new students within their school each year to replace graduating Youth Leaders and ensure sustainability for the program.
What if a Youth Leader adult co-leader leaves?
If an adult co-leader leaves, they are no longer authorized to use the curriculum or materials outside the district where they were trained.
Can middle school students participate?
The program is designed for high school students, but younger students may participate if they are mature, interested, and able to commit. Discuss with your NAMI NH Connect Trainer before inviting middle school students.
Do adult Youth Leader co-leaders need to be employed at the school?
No, adults can be volunteers, parents, PTA members, or community leaders, as long as they are screened and approved by the school. They should be experienced with youth and committed to the program.
Can high school Youth Leaders train at other schools?
Youth Leaders can train within their own school district. They can collaborate with Youth Leaders from other districts for joint events but cannot train an audience of only students from another district.
Can non-school youth organizations use the Youth Leader program?
Yes! The program is available to organizations like YMCAs, summer camps, and community youth groups that want to engage in suicide prevention.
Can we host just the Day 2 training for youth and adults?
Yes! You can host Day 2 training for a mix of youth and adults to build interest in a future Youth Leader program. Contact us to explore this option.
How can I get more information about the Youth Leader program?
Fill out our interest form, and we’ll reach out with more details. You can also check out our recorded Youth Leader Program Overview presentation on our eLearning platform.
What if a student who recently lost someone to suicide wants to participate?
Students who’ve recently lost someone to suicide may find suicide prevention training difficult. We ask that you speak with the NAMI NH Connect Trainer assigned to your event to assess their readiness and appropriateness for the training.
Training for Individuals & Small Groups
Why can't individuals sign up for any Connect training?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
How do community groups pay for Connect training?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
Training for Organizations
How will our staff access eLearning courses if we purchase seats in bulk?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Can we track who has started or completed the eLearning courses if we buy seats in bulk?
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
Can Connect Trainers in our organization train people from outside the organization?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How does NAMI NH support Connect Trainers to stay updated?
Prevention/Intervention teaches how to recognize and respond to suicidal thoughts or behaviors before an attempt. Postvention focuses on supporting individuals and communities after a suicide, offering grief support, reducing stigma, and helping to prevent further suicides.
How long are Connect Trainers authorized to deliver training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can remote staff participate in virtual or hybrid trainings?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can you accommodate special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Training for Federal/State Agencies & Communities
How are services secured, invoiced, and paid?
Community Helper training equips individuals of all types and roles (e.g., family, teachers, coaches, healthcare providers) within any community with skills to recognize suicide warning signs and offer support. It teaches how to identify at-risk individuals, engage in empathetic conversations, and connect them with resources. It aims to create a supportive network within the community, where people are empowered to intervene and prevent suicide.
Can you meet special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
Prevention/intervention and postvention focus on different aspects of suicide and are generally taught separately. Prevention/intervention addresses identifying warning signs and intervening before an attempt, while postvention supports those after a suicide. Although postvention can act as a form of prevention by addressing the aftermath and preventing further tragedies, when these topics are introduced for the first time, they are generally taught separately. This ensures that participants can fully engage with and absorb the unique content of each training.
Can large federal/state agencies or communities use the Connect Train-the-Trainer model?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How many students can be trained in the Youth Leader program?
The program accommodates up to 30 students and 15 adults, who will co-lead future trainings.
How many adults should be involved in the Youth Leader program?
At least 2 adults should be trained along with a minimum of 6 students to ensure program sustainability.
Do students need parent/guardian permission to participate?
Yes, parental permission is required. Schools/organizations are responsible for obtaining and managing permission forms, using either the provided template or their own form.
What is the cost of the Youth Leader Training program?
Costs vary based on factors like training format, location, number of participants, and required materials. The range for Connect Youth Leader is $2,500 – $7,000 (based on 2025 rates and subject to change). Your cost will be based on the level of service and factors related to the delivery of the service. Contact us for a cost quote via our Contact Us form or email info@theconnectprogram.org.
Can special formatting or language requirements be accommodated in a quote or invoice?
Yes, we can adjust quotes, contracts, or invoices to meet specific requirements. Let us know your needs, and we’ll work with you to meet them.
What happens when a Youth Leader student graduates?
Graduates cannot use the curriculum or materials after graduating. It is recommended that each school program train a cohort of new students within their school each year to replace graduating Youth Leaders and ensure sustainability for the program.
What if a Youth Leader adult co-leader leaves?
If an adult co-leader leaves, they are no longer authorized to use the curriculum or materials outside the district where they were trained.
Can middle school students participate?
The program is designed for high school students, but younger students may participate if they are mature, interested, and able to commit. Discuss with your NAMI NH Connect Trainer before inviting middle school students.
Do adult Youth Leader co-leaders need to be employed at the school?
No, adults can be volunteers, parents, PTA members, or community leaders, as long as they are screened and approved by the school. They should be experienced with youth and committed to the program.
Can high school Youth Leaders train at other schools?
Youth Leaders can train within their own school district. They can collaborate with Youth Leaders from other districts for joint events but cannot train an audience of only students from another district.
Can non-school youth organizations use the Youth Leader program?
Yes! The program is available to organizations like YMCAs, summer camps, and community youth groups that want to engage in suicide prevention.
Can we host just the Day 2 training for youth and adults?
Yes! You can host Day 2 training for a mix of youth and adults to build interest in a future Youth Leader program. Contact us to explore this option.
How can I get more information about the Youth Leader program?
Fill out our interest form, and we’ll reach out with more details. You can also check out our recorded Youth Leader Program Overview presentation on our eLearning platform.
What if a student who recently lost someone to suicide wants to participate?
Students who’ve recently lost someone to suicide may find suicide prevention training difficult. We ask that you speak with the NAMI NH Connect Trainer assigned to your event to assess their readiness and appropriateness for the training.
Why can't individuals sign up for any Connect training?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
How do community groups pay for Connect training?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
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Specialized Workshops |
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
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2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
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3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
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Consultation |
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
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Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How will our staff access eLearning courses if we purchase seats in bulk?
Connect offers a variety of in-person and online training programs for a variety of audiences. Types of training include:
- Suicide Prevention/Intervention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, Connect Suicide Prevention/Intervention training utilizes a unique, community-based, public health approach to increase the competence of participants in recognizing and responding to individuals who are suicidal or at risk for suicide. Connect helps participants examine suicide in the context of the individual, family, community, and society.
- Suicide Postvention: A Nationally Designated Best Practice Program, this training focuses on promoting healing and reducing risk after a suicide. It is geared toward professionals who are involved in responding to a suicide death, such as school counselors, faith leaders, law enforcement, and mental health/substance abuse providers. It is not appropriate for general community members who do not have a direct role in postvention responses. Connect Postvention Training equips key stakeholders in a community with the knowledge and skills to navigate grief and the complex legal and ethical challenges after a suicide. The training can be combined with a Postvention Response Planning Session which is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system.
- Facilitated Planning Session: A full day of facilitated strategic planning can be added to your training package. A Suicide Prevention Planning Session will guide participants to develop suicide prevention protocols, practices, or initiatives. The Suicide Postvention Response Planning Session is a planning tool to help participants develop protocols for an integrated response system. Up to 25 key stakeholders with responsibility for suicide prevention or postvention response in your community are invited to participate in the session.
- Train-the-Trainer: Connect Train-the-Trainer is available in both suicide prevention and postvention for organizations seeking a sustainable way to deliver quality training to employees or community members. This model builds capacity and sustainability for an organization, community, or state to provide ongoing training at no cost in suicide prevention or postvention for a period of two years before reauthorization is required. Using a unique public health and socio-ecological model, Connect training enhances the ability of professionals to provide effective, coordinated, and appropriate responses to suicide across the lifespan and across systems.
- Specialized workshops on a topic related to suicide prevention: To help organizations and school districts meet the needs of suicide prevention requirements or initiatives, Connect team members can provide 2-3-hour workshops in-person in New Hampshire or virtually for any community on topics related to suicide prevention and postvention. If this is of interest to you, let’s talk about what we can do and what might meet your needs.
- Consultation Services: NAMI New Hampshire has been a national leader in both the fields of suicide prevention and postvention for many years and we are happy to share our experience with you in order to support your community’s efforts. Consultation services can include information about best-practices, assistance with planning and problem-solving, recommendations for implementation, and more. You can select the consultant of your choice from our team.
Can we track who has started or completed the eLearning courses if we buy seats in bulk?
Postvention is an organized, immediate, short-term, and long-term response in the aftermath of a suicide to promote healing and mitigate the negative effects of exposure to suicide. The U.S. national guidelines developed by the Survivors of Suicide Loss Task Force indicates that an effective postvention response strives to facilitate the healing of individuals from the grief and distress of suicide loss, mitigate other negative effects of exposure to suicide, and prevent suicide among people who are at high risk after exposure to suicide.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center recommends all settings incorporate postvention as a component of a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention. Key principles for creating a comprehensive postvention effort include:
- Planning ahead to address individual and community needs
- Providing immediate and long-term support
- Tailoring responses and services to the unique needs of suicide loss survivors
Involving survivors of suicide loss in planning and implementing postvention efforts
Connect offers postvention trainings and services to educate key stakeholders in your community about effective postvention response and planning and guide them to develop and implement effective strategies, practices, and protocols that will promote healing.
Can Connect Trainers in our organization train people from outside the organization?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
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Specialized Workshops |
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In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.
How does NAMI NH support Connect Trainers to stay updated?
Prevention/Intervention teaches how to recognize and respond to suicidal thoughts or behaviors before an attempt. Postvention focuses on supporting individuals and communities after a suicide, offering grief support, reducing stigma, and helping to prevent further suicides.
How long are Connect Trainers authorized to deliver training?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can remote staff participate in virtual or hybrid trainings?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
Can you accommodate special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
A Postvention Planning Session is for key stakeholders who have decision-making authority or responsibility in developing or managing the services or policies implemented following a suicide or sudden death. Attendance requires prior participation in Postvention training.
How are services secured, invoiced, and paid?
Community Helper training equips individuals of all types and roles (e.g., family, teachers, coaches, healthcare providers) within any community with skills to recognize suicide warning signs and offer support. It teaches how to identify at-risk individuals, engage in empathetic conversations, and connect them with resources. It aims to create a supportive network within the community, where people are empowered to intervene and prevent suicide.
Can you meet special requirements for quotes, contracts, or invoices?
Prevention/intervention and postvention focus on different aspects of suicide and are generally taught separately. Prevention/intervention addresses identifying warning signs and intervening before an attempt, while postvention supports those after a suicide. Although postvention can act as a form of prevention by addressing the aftermath and preventing further tragedies, when these topics are introduced for the first time, they are generally taught separately. This ensures that participants can fully engage with and absorb the unique content of each training.
Can large federal/state agencies or communities use the Connect Train-the-Trainer model?
For all suicide prevention and postvention trainings, costs vary depending on multiple factors including training selected, number of participants, method of delivery, location of training delivery, and number of trainers. Costs include NAMI NH staff time and all materials.
|
Specialized Workshops |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual |
|
|
2-hours |
$800 |
$1,100 |
|
3-hours |
$1,100 |
$1,400 |
|
Consultation |
||
|
In Person (NH Only) |
Virtual or Phone |
|
|
Per Hour |
$300 |
$300 |
*Prices current as of December 2024. Please call for updated pricing.
*Travel expenses for in-person services are added to the total cost of training package for each NAMI NH staff required for training delivery.
*Virtual trainings incur an additional fee per day for IT technical support prior to, and during, the training.