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25.01.2022 RIDE4LIVES have Free training & events set up through Suicide Prevention week in Gladstone

25.01.2022 Join us for a FREE webinar about the Family and Friends Support Program! FFSP is a vital new program to support friends and family members who have a loved one ...with a substance use issue. This webinar will be presented by Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin from The University of Newcastle, Australia. Register today: https://tinyurl.com/FFSPwebinar See more

24.01.2022 RIDERS AGAINST SUICIDE CREATING AWARENESS

24.01.2022 When a loved one attempts suicide, there are often not enough resources to support carers. We're thrilled to share 'You Are Not Alone', an online resource that... provides information and advice to support those who care for someone who has attempted suicide, or is at risk of doing so. Do you care for someone who has tried to take their own life? You are not alone. Visit www.sane.org/you-are-not-alone to learn how to look after them and yourself. #YouAreNotAlone

23.01.2022 Maddi stunning for the Gladstone High School R U Ok Gala Day ,FYI she,s in team colours

21.01.2022 Expressions of interest !!!!! MEN of this COMMUNITY WHO WOULD BE THAT@$%#GUY!!!! TO STOP AND SUPPORT ANOTHER GUY!!!Expressions of interest !!!!! MEN of this COMMUNITY WHO WOULD BE THAT@$%#GUY!!!! TO STOP AND SUPPORT ANOTHER GUY!!!

21.01.2022 **Parenting after Bereavement (Seasons for Growth)** Registrations now open! This small group educational program, developed by Good Grief is an educational wor...kshop providing parents/carers the opportunity to better understand the experience of death from a child/s perspective. Drawing on evidence about what children experience and need to help them transition after this loss in their life. This distinctive child-centred approach provides emotional space and non-judgemental environment for parents to share, discuss and learn ideas and strategies to support their children. ** There will be a confidential intake process for this program to ensure you are supported** When| Wednesday 16th of September 2020 Time| 6:30pm to 8:30pm (sign in at 6pm) Where| Gladstone, Queensland Cost| Free To register| online @ www.strongcommunities.org.au (Follow register for a program now prompts) Adults only event, sorry no child minding Workbook included & light refreshments will be available For more information you can contact our team on 0497 704 113 This program is free of charge during Suicide Prevention Week due to the collaboration of Strong Communities and Ride4lives Australia Inc.

20.01.2022 ** 2 Day Professional Development Training in Rockhampton ** Do you want to become a trained companion in the Seasons for Growth Adult program? This training wi...ll be held in Rockhampton over 2 days on the 26th & 27th of May. On completing this training you can facilitate a small group grief & loss adults program or a seminar in ‘Understanding Grief & Loss’, strengthening the social and emotional well-being of adults in our community who are dealing with significant life changes. For more information or to register please see the details below You can register here https://www.goodgrief.org.au/product/1035

20.01.2022 MENS HEALTH WEEK day 5 We are all unique and therefore the diversity of what keeps us well will be equally unique! This is what keeps me well, I encourage you ...to explore what keeps you well and aim to incorporate those things into your life Finally I challenge you all to take a minute or two today to let a male in your life know just how much they mean to you! #menshealthweek See more

19.01.2022 What is stopping Australia from developing a male suicide prevention strategy? It is well established among mens health researchers that approaches that take a...ccount of gender differences and male sensibilities are much more likely to work. But there are clear barriers to change. https://bit.ly/3k18Afe

18.01.2022 ARE YOU BOGGED MATE? CONTENT WARNING: This video contains discussion about suicide. There's also some strong language. The stigma around talking about ment...al health is proving deadly in rural australia - particularly with young men. Mary O'Brien is the powerhouse behind Are you bogged mate?, and she's making change where it matters. Watch the full story this ABC TV + iview ABC Landline And if you or someone you know needs help, there's always: MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978 Lifeline on 13 11 14 Virtual Psychologist on 0488 807 266

18.01.2022 supporting community , standing by you & connecting!

17.01.2022 Would you like to learn how to talk about your lived experience of suicide?

16.01.2022 Happy International Men's Day! Celebrating men and boys in all their diversity across the world, starting in Australia. #talkingaboutmen #IMD2020

15.01.2022 Contribute to our work by sharing your lived experience perspective. With the support of Roses in the Ocean, Everymind is seeking people with a lived experience... of suicide to contribute their lived experience perspective, in an ongoing role, to help inform a variety of prevention-focused initiatives. There are a number of opportunities and projects available which those with lived experience are encouraged to contribute to, including: - Qualitative research interviews - Co-design groups and feedback - Document review - Lived Experience Advisory Group. If youre interested in these opportunities, learn more and register: http://ow.ly/BLAL50AtxnU

15.01.2022 There is still the opportunity to register for the Our Voice in Action and Launchpad workshops supported by @ourphn on 10-11 December. Would you like the oppo...rtunity to contribute to your community through the lens of your lived experience of suicide? The Roses in the Ocean Our Voice in Action and Launchpad workshops will help to harness your wisdom and insights towards reducing suicide in your community. If you would like to find out more then head here http://ow.ly/pFz250C2fqA

15.01.2022 We recently spoke to Glen Poole, CEO of the Australian Men's Health Forum about supporting International Men's Day on 19 November, and how we can take action to impove the health of men across Australia.

14.01.2022 ARE YOU BOGGED MATE? CONTENT WARNING: This video contains discussion about suicide. Theres also some strong language. The stigma around talking about ment...al health is proving deadly in rural australia - particularly with young men. Mary OBrien is the powerhouse behind Are you bogged mate?, and shes making change where it matters. Watch the full story this ABC TV + iview ABC Landline And if you or someone you know needs help, theres always: MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978 Lifeline on 13 11 14 Virtual Psychologist on 0488 807 266

14.01.2022 We are holding a Working Bee for the Gladstone Mindcare Hub. If you have some time to spare, we would love some help from our community.

14.01.2022 When life gets tough, talk it out

13.01.2022 online registration available

13.01.2022 R U OK?Day is Thursday 10 September 2020. It's our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with life's ups and downs.R U OK?Day is Thursday 10 September 2020. It's our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with life's ups and downs.

13.01.2022 Come on down to the Man Walk at East Shores this afternoon at 5.00. Every Friday afternoon. Great conversations to be had! Encourage your brother, father, uncl...e, son, work mate, colleague. Seek support! Hope to see you there next week. At East Shores at 5.00 pm till 7.00 pm. Remember that... Men Walk! Men Talk! Men Support!

13.01.2022 Research indicates that for every death through suicide, 135 people are impacted and ten or more are significantly impacted. Thats where StandBy Support Aft...er Suicide come in providing direct support to people impacted by suicide. World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September is a time to let Australians know that such support is available. As Australias leading provider in suicide postvention, our support services are available 24/7 to any people impacted or bereaved by suicide. Many of the people we support tell us that they feel some level of social isolation after experiencing the suicide of someone close to them. Our connection with people is therefore important, and part of what we do is assist them to stay connected with formal and informal support networks. All StandBys activities and initiatives are informed by people with lived experience of suicide bereavement with a national Lived Experience Advisory Group, as well as lived experience representation on advisory groups aligned with each StandBy site in Australia. Here are some of our incredible lived experience advisory group members (from top left clockwise - John Shearer, Sin Houghton, Kirsty Talbot-Male, Lidia Di Lembo, Darren Kershaw, Alyson Kernaghan, Jackie Ruthof and Lucy Williams). We are so very grateful for your wisdom and guidance - along with that of our other lived experience champions.

12.01.2022 An opportunity exists for you to participate in a lived experience capacity building workshop. @ourphn and Roses in the Ocean are delivering an Our Voice in ...Action workshop in Hervey Bay on 10-11 December. Learn what it means to be a lived experience of suicide representative and how to use your insight to enable change and collectively advocate in your community. This workshop will provide the opportunity for you to work with other lived experience members of your community. If you feel you are ready and would like to find out more then head here http://ow.ly/vZwC50C2faB

12.01.2022 R U OK? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ClCU3LwAVs 1. Ask R U OK? Be relaxed Help them open up by asking questions like How are you going?... Or Whats been happening? Or Ive noticed that youre not quite yourself lately. How are you travelling? Make an observation. Mention specific things that have made you concerned about them, like Ive noticed that you seem really tired recently or You seem less chatty than usual. How are you going? 2. Listen with an open mind Take what they say seriously Dont interrupt or rush the conversation If they need time to think, try and sit patiently with the silence 3. Encourage action Ask them: Where do you think we can go from here? Ask: What would be a good first step we can take? Ask: What do you need from me? How can I help you right now? Ask: Has anything or anyone helped in the past? Suggest they do something that they know helps them relax or brings them joy (e.g. go for a walk, see a movie, have a bath, swim etc.) Once theyve opened up, encourage them to access support or to do something that might lighten the load Good options for action might include talking to family, a trusted friend, their doctor or another qualified health professional. 4. Check in Remember to check in a few days later to see how the person is doing Ask if theyve found a better way to manage the situation If they havent done anything, keep encouraging them and remind them youre always there if they need a chat Understand that sometimes it can take a long time for someone to be ready to see a professional Try to reinforce the benefits of seeking professional help and trying different avenues. See more

11.01.2022 R U OK? With the wild ride of 2020, it seems that checking on in your mates, loved ones, work colleagues or anyone seems more important now than ever before. ... Take the time to ask the people around you, are you ok? The Man Walk welcomes any man and every man over the age of 16 to get involved. Come and join us to walk, talk and support! See more

10.01.2022 When a loved one attempts suicide, there are often not enough resources to support carers. Were thrilled to share You Are Not Alone, an online resource that... provides information and advice to support those who care for someone who has attempted suicide, or is at risk of doing so. Do you care for someone who has tried to take their own life? You are not alone. Visit www.sane.org/you-are-not-alone to learn how to look after them and yourself. #YouAreNotAlone

09.01.2022 Absolutely Blown away Our first of many workshops with the great men in our community wanting to learn how to support others in our region Ride4lives / Marcus mission Mens mentoring program

08.01.2022 A massive thank you to Commonwealth Bank Gladstone for your generous donation to our network to help us continue to raise awareness of suicide prevention.

08.01.2022 Please ask for support. It’s not a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of great courage and determination.

08.01.2022 Join the group to post your own videos https://www.facebook.com/groups/291682048689644/?ref=share

08.01.2022 Come and join The Man Walk in Gladstone this afternoon. We aim to provide a positive, supportive and inclusive environment to help to build social capital, resi...lience and support networks for men. East Shores every Friday afternoon at 5.00. Men Walk. Men Talk. Men Support See more

07.01.2022 We're counting some of the ways male suicide is different from female suicide and calling for a male suicide strategy that reflects gender differences ahead of ...World Suicide Prevention Day on Thursday, September 10. Most work to prevent suicide ignores the differences between men and women. Closing the gender suicide gap and reducing male suicide to the same level as female suicide would save the lives of more than 1500 men and boys a year. https://bit.ly/2DCQiBw

07.01.2022 How the men in blue get through -

06.01.2022 Today is R U Ok Day!! Show your support by wearing something yellow and posting your photos in our R U Ok Day event discussion page. Lets paint the town yellow today and start conversations that could change a life.

05.01.2022 Free Training starting with Safetalk on 17/3/21 ,Then Resilience Building workshops for men RBW 1 28/4/21 RBW 2 19/5/21 RBW 3 9/6/21 for information & bookings CALL MARK 0408 871 131

05.01.2022 During Suicide Prevention Week of 2020, Strong Communities and Ride4lives have teamed up to bring the 3 hour adults seminar to the Gladstone community. This se...minar, developed by Good Grief is an educational workshop to deepen the understanding of the nature and impact of change, loss and grief on the lives of individuals. When| Monday 14th of September 2020 Time| 6:30pm to 9:30pm (sign in at 6pm) Cost| Free To register| online @ www.strongcommunities.org.au (Follow register for a program now prompts) Adults only event, sorry no child minding Workbook included & light refreshments will be available. For more information you can contact our team on 0497 704 113

05.01.2022 Speaking up saved his life and now this musician and former plumber Justin Geange is speaking out to help bring HOPE to all those struggling with mental health ...issues. Join us this month for our Stories of HOPE Australia online event to hear how Justin climbed out of a dark place and how he encourages others today with his unique raw and inspiring story of HOPE. https://facebook.com/events/s/stories-of-hope-australia/636307483632957/?ti=icl See more

05.01.2022 Do you have a passion to help promote suicide prevention in your community?

04.01.2022 For a free daily strategy to help you overcome depression https://thedepressionproject.com/daily-strategies

03.01.2022 Brotherhood, Mateship n the tools to build them, Reaching out n connecting can save a life

03.01.2022 R U OK?Day is Thursday 10 September 2020. Its our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with lifes ups and downs.R U OK?Day is Thursday 10 September 2020. Its our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with lifes ups and downs.

03.01.2022 Biloela "Out of Shadows" Walk

02.01.2022 Suicide now kills 9 people a day, 7 men and 2 women. Closing the gap between male suicide and female suicide would save 1,700 lives a year. Read our report Givi...ng Men A Hand (https://bit.ly/2JAUtR7) on why we need a national plan to tackle male suicide and send a message to the government at https://www.amhf.org.au/save_aussie_men See more

01.01.2022 Were counting some of the ways male suicide is different from female suicide and calling for a male suicide strategy that reflects gender differences ahead of ...World Suicide Prevention Day on Thursday, September 10. Most work to prevent suicide ignores the differences between men and women. Closing the gender suicide gap and reducing male suicide to the same level as female suicide would save the lives of more than 1500 men and boys a year. https://bit.ly/2DCQiBw

01.01.2022 Project We Care is conducting a Suicide safeTALK on Thursday 17th September, 2020 at Volunteer Marine Rescue, 268 Alf ORourke Drive, Gladstone Central, startin...g at 6.00pm until 9.30pm. With the Australian Suicide rate predicted to increase by 30%, because of Mental Health problems caused by the anxiety over Covid19, it is more important than any other time in the history of our Country that you are trained in suicide alertness. This 3 hour course is open to everyone, and teaches you how to identify someone with thoughts of suicide, how to talk to them, and how to refer them to someone who can help. You may be able to save the life of someone you love. Can everyone please share this with friends and relatives, because this course does save lives. See more

01.01.2022 More great men sharing, what they do!!