Suicide Prevention

The Suicide Prevention Program at Missoula Public Health works to make sure fewer people die by suicide. We do this by working with community partners on projects that increase awareness, promote prevention, and support intervention.

Firearms are the most common method of suicide in Montana. Research has shown that safe storage of firearms in the home reduces suicide risk by creating time and distance from a person in crisis and a potentially lethal mean.

Always store firearms locked, unloaded, and separate from ammunition.

The behaviors below may be some of the signs that someone is thinking about suicide. If these warning signs apply to you or someone you know, get help as soon as possible, particularly if the behavior is new or has increased recently.

We all can play a role in preventing suicide.

We’ve trained employees in a variety of industries, including local non-profits, retail stores, labor unions, and spiritual organizations. In fact, trainings for local businesses and organizations have been some of the most impactful trainings we conduct. Your organization does not need a mental health focus to benefit from a training for staff, volunteers, or participants.

Contact us to set up a suicide prevention training for your business or organization. We offer three different trainings that vary in length from 1.5 hours to 2 days, depending on your needs and capacity.