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Responding to a Member Who May Be at Risk for Suicide
Key steps to take to help someone who may be at risk for suicide.
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Adverse Childhood Experiences and Steps for Youth Ministry
Ideas for youth ministries to prevents ACES
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The Youth Worker's Guide to Helping Teenagers in Crisis
A synopsis and review of the book by the same title.
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Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences Videos
This resource contains an article, some statistics, and videos on the topic of ACES.
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1-2-3 Care: A Trauma Sensitive Toolkit for Caregivers of Children
The 1-2-3 Care Toolkit is intended to support caregivers on their journey towards trauma sensitivity. It is organized by topic, each offering a brief overview, specific tools that can be used with children, and where to find more information. Also included are handouts that can be used as teaching aids.
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After a Suicide: Toolkit for Schools
Assists schools in implementing a coordinated response to the suicide death of a student. Includes information and tools that middle and high schools can use to help the school community cope and reduce suicide risk. The toolkit was developed in collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and in consultation with national experts, including school-based administrators and staff, clinicians, researchers, and crisis response professionals. It is designed primarily for administrators and staff but can also be useful for parents and communities.
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Supporting Grieving Students: A Handbook for Teachers and Administrators
A helpful guide for understanding how grief manifests itself in youth and how teachers and administrators can help.
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Quick Reference on Mental Health for Faith Leaders
A handy reference and tip sheet for church workers and teachers.
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Faith Leaders’ Guide to Self-Care After a Suicide
When someone dies by suicide, faith leaders are often called upon to provide care and support to the individual’s family members, friends, and others in the community. As faith leaders help others navigate a healthy grief journey after a suicide, they may experience unique stressors and challenges that affect their own well-being. This video highlights the importance of self-care among faith leaders and shares guidance on what faith leaders can do to care for themselves after a suicide.
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Caring for Pastors
Chaplain (Army Lt. Col.) Steven C. Hokana, assistant director of LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces, shares a word of encouragement for pastors who are struggling through the current coronavirus pandemic. Although there is a period of trial now (which Luther called "Anfechtung"), there is hope through the Gospel.
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Threats to Churchworker Wellbeing 1
Pastor Richard Koehneke discussing the first two threats to church worker wellbeing.