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Responding to suicide in residential settings: the importance of having a plan

Tracks
Track 2
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
E1

Overview

Professional Development Session Phil Stone & John Harris, Headspace


Details

Synopsis: This workshop will explore suicide postvention through the lens of residential accommodation settings. It will introduce key guiding principles of postvention, how they apply to the residential context, and what institutions can do to help ensure a coordinated, safe, and supportive response. The crucial role of planning will be highlighted through interactive discussions and activities designed to support participants to consider who should be involved, what activities and interventions to prioritise, and how they can access support in their response. Learning outcomes: 1. Understand why it is important to be prepared 2. Identify key staff to include in a response team 3. Knowledge of key resources and supports available


Speaker

John Harris
Headspace

Responding to suicide in residential settings: the importance of having a plan

Biography

Phil Stone
Headspace

Responding to suicide in residential settings: the importance of having a plan

Biography

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