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Professional resources

We believe in cultivating rural resilience, now more than ever. High levels of stress have been present in our agricultural communities. With the economic turmoil associated with COVID-19 we encourage you to learn more about how to support farmers, ranchers, and agriculture workers as they navigate increasing stress. Farm Credit has put together a Free training for you facilitated by providers and professionals who have experience supporting the agricultural community in these uncertain times.

 

Join us in recognition of

SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS

There is no single cause to suicide. Several factors can increase a person’s risk for attempting or dying by suicide. #BeThe1To is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s message for National Suicide Prevention Month and beyond. In our rural community, we may know someone who has been affected by a suicide loss or who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts. Help promote awareness by sharing graphics and resources on your website/social media or print them out for display at your business/organization.

We have put together two messaging toolkits. Download and share the #BeThe1To message through your network and social media channels. This toolkit can also be printed and posted in order on community bulletin boards, storefront windows, local businesses, and offices.


 

Job Site Posters

Agricultural Work Can Be Stressful: Post at your workplace to increase awareness of warning signs and resources available to agriculture workers facing excessive stress.

Agricultural Work Can Be Stressful (In Spanish): Post at your workplace to increase awareness of warning signs and resources available to agriculture workers facing excessive stress.

Printable Brochures

Health & Safety in Rural Communities: Learn the warning signs and resources available to agriculture workers facing excessive stress.

Wallet Size Card

Warning Signs of Suicide Risk & How to Help: This resource can fit in your wallet to serve as a reference if someone you know is at risk.

Download English Version
Download Spanish Version

Other Resources

 

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Washington
  • NAMI Spokane
    • Support Groups (including Survivors of Suicide Loss group)
    • Educational Classes/Workshops
    • Community Presentations
Crisis Connections
For ongoing, online education:
  • QPR Institute (Question, Persuade, Refer): online suicide prevention training for individuals and professionals, can request in-person training for organization
  • LivingWorks: online and in-person suicide prevention training for individuals and professionals, can request training for organization
  • Rural Resilience: Free Farm Stress Training for Extension Agents to support rural communities and agriculture during this difficult farm economy. Training materials developed by Farm Credit focused on mental health and stress management.
To learn more about additional workshops in Washington State, go to: Suicide Prevention Resource Center: Washington