prevention

Building Healthier Communities Before a Crisis

Prevention is an essential part of behavioral health. By addressing risk factors, strengthening protective factors and providing education and resources, communities can help prevent substance misuse, promote mental wellness and reduce the risk of suicide.

Region 6 Prevention Services works with schools, healthcare organizations, community groups, local governments and residents to coordinate prevention efforts and create healthier environments where individuals and families can thrive.

COMMUNITY COALITIONS

Strong prevention efforts start with strong partnerships. Region 6 collaborates with organizations throughout our service area to address behavioral health challenges and promote healthier communities.

TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Region 6 provides and coordinates evidence-based trainings for organizations, professionals and community members.

Available Trainings:

Mental Health First Aid: Learn how to recognize, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer): A suicide prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize warning signs and connect individuals with appropriate support.
CALM (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means) Conversations: Learn how to talk to someone who may be having thoughts of suicide in a collaborative, nonjudgmental and supportive manner while focusing on reducing access to lethal means, especially firearms.

Check our Events for open community courses or request a training for your organization.

Request a Training

Digital Prevention Resources

Access tools, guides and resources designed to support mental wellness, substance use prevention and suicide prevention efforts.

Featured Resources:

Find more specific resources from trusted organizations near you.

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Partner With Us

Prevention is most effective when communities work together. No matter if you’re representing a school, nonprofit, healthcare organization, employer or community group, Region 6 can help connect you with training, resources and prevention initiatives.