Upcoming Events

Beyond the Books is a mental health literacy training that will first provide participants with general information on the prevalence of mental challenges and illness in our university community. It will then help participants to identify signs of troubling behaviour or distress, and give them skills to engage in a preliminary discussion to determine if referral to a professional is necessary.

Participants will also learn how and where to refer appropriately in a compassionate and effective manner. This session is designed for individuals who do not have ongoing relationships with individuals but whose roles are such that they may have one-off, in-depth conversations. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to attend! Instructors are qualified from the Wellness Education Centre.

Questions? Email mentalhealth.training@uoguelph.ca

From Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EDT at Online.

Designed by Living Works, SafeTALK is a 3.5 hours alertness training and certification that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. The SafeTALK trainer will demonstrate the importance of suicide alertness, assist participants to identify ways people invite help, and connect them with resources to help them when they are at risk. 

Recommended for: Individuals who are not mental health experts but who might have on-going relationships with people who have mental health issues, or those who are looking to be more prepared to help those around them who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide. 

Cost to participate: None 

Length: 3.5 hours 

*Please note that attendance for the entire 3.5 hours is necessary to receive certification.

For more information on safeTALK trainings: https://www.livingworks.net/safeTALK 

From Tuesday, May 7, 2024 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM EDT at On-Campus - Location will be sent to participants beforehand.