QPR SUICIDE PREVENTION: QUESTION, PERSUADE, REFER
ASK A QUESTION, SAVE A LIFE
QPR is an approach to confronting someone about their possible thoughts of suicide. It is not intended to be a form of counseling or treatment, instead a means to offer hope through positive action.
There are three simple steps to follow:
QUESTION
Question the person about suicide. Ask if they've had any thoughts about it, feelings, or even plans? Do not be afraid to ask!
PERSUADE
Persuade the person to get help. Remember to listen carefully and then say, "Let me help" or "Come with me to find help!"
REFER
Refer for help. If it is a child or adolescent, contact any adult, parents, minister, teacher, coach, or a counselor (1-800- 866-HOPE)
Mental Health Resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1 -800-273- TALK (8255) or 988 from your cell phone
St. Croix County Behavioral Health Mobile Crisis Unit - Dial 911 and ask for the on call Behavioral Health Worker
Granite Recovery Centers Depression Triggers & How to Overcome Them - 855-712-7784
Green Mountain Treatment Center Signs of Drug Addiction - 866-913-7957
Catherine C. Olson Counseling
PO Box 253
815 Davis St. Hammond, WI 54015
651- 269-0924
Family Therapy Associates, LLC
150 W. 1st St. #270
New Richmond, WI 54017
715- 246- 4840
Western Wisconsin Health
1100 Bergslien St.
Baldwin, WI 54002
715- 684- 1111
The St. Croix Central School District does not endorse any of the listed resources. Choice of agency is entirely the responsibility of the parent. Always check with your insurance for providers.