Tuesday, April 23, 2024
4/23/2024
EMPACT-Suicide Prevention Center’s Arizona Covid-19 Suicide Prevention Project will reduce the rate of suicide and suicide attempts in Maricopa and Pima Counties, during the Covid-19 pandemic, through a) Increased awareness and identification of suicide risk, b) Rapid connectivity and follow-up, and c) Connecting “at-risks” individuals to ongoing evidence-based treatments. EMPACT-SPC will collaborate with Banner Health Hospitals and local domestic violence providers to serve adults, 25 years of age and older, who are at risk or have attempted suicide due to risk factors exacerbated by the Covid-19 crisis. The Project will provide an additional emphasis on those individuals experiencing domestic violence. The Arizona Covid-19 Suicide Prevention Project provides a holistic method to reduce suicide through a three-prong approach involving 1) Suicide Prevention/Awareness Training for community members and clinical staff 2) Rapid community-based connectivity and coordination of care and 3) Implementation of seamless access to Evidenced Based Practice Treatments to increase opportunities for recovery. In addition, the Project is committed to ensuring that those experiencing domestic violence are provided additional support and services, including safe-places to stay while addressing the unique needs and challenges frequently associated domestic violence. Individuals will be identified, screened and referred for services through EMPACT-SPC’s National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Banner Health Hospital Emergency Departments, and EMPACT-SPC’s Domestic Violence Hotline. The project will provide rapid screening and assessments and direct coordination with individuals transitioning from Hospitals, including care transition and reintegration into the community. Peer “Navigators” will assist individuals, providing emotional support, while helping members access services and encourage maintaining participation in ongoing treatment services. Project therapists will be able to provide a variety of Evidence Based Treatments for addressing suicide risk, such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR and others as clinically indicated. During the 16-month program period, the Project will: • Train 250 Community and Clinical Staff in ASIST and/or Mental Health First Aid • Screen 1000 Individuals for risk for suicidal thoughts and behavior o This includes a minimum of 250 Domestic Violence Victims • 280 Individuals will receive Post-Crisis Navigation and Recovery Services • 225 Individuals will successfully participate in evidence-based behavioral health treatment. • 75% of clients enrolled in treatment will report improved “quality of life” (entry vs exit)
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