The name for this suicide prevention program comes from a common medical code word. When a medical professional wants help with a patient experiencing suicidal thoughts, they will ask a colleague for information from the blue envelope.

 

The program's main belief is that suicide prevention is everyone's responsibility. However, it ensures no one is alone because multiple responders are trained. Resources are provided and a seamless transition of care is provided. Preventative conversations and early interventions can provide the help that is needed. The core of the program is the acronym SAFE.

The program started at Corewell hospitals by teaching doctors and their office staff. It then expanded to home healthcare workers and all hospital employees. High schools and middle schools were next to have the program. A year later, it expanded to elementary schools and then colleges. Teachers, bus drivers, paraprofessionals, and anyone who regularly has conversations with students is trained. Training is continuing and statistics (but not any personal information) are shared widely between participants in each county.

We are looking for Rotarians to help schedule meeting programs. Lori Varner has agreed to chair this committee (yeah!). She promises that all business will be conducted via email, with no meetings. When Lori announced the committee at last week's meeting, there were volunteers.

 

If you are interested in joining the committee, contact Lori. Any ideas for programs are greatly appreciated, email Lori at lvarner@suburbaninns.com

The Noodle Cookoff fundraiser is on February 1. We invite you to enjoy this fundraising event for a night of music, a silent auction, crafts, and great food! 

 

Watch this website for more information The Great Rotary Asian Noodle Cookoff