In order to make Decatur a more suicide-safe community, CSD utilizes the LivingWorks’ Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) program, an evidence-based suicide intervention model. This program is for “natural helpers” and clinicians, and teaches participants how to recognize and intervene when needed, and to develop a collaborative safety plan to keep someone safe and alive.

This program is open to all adults with special pricing for CSD employees and Decatur community members (anyone who lives or works within Decatur city limits).

Our goal is to raise awareness, create common language, and destigmatize suicidality. Ultimately, our goal is to teach life-saving skills.

To date, almost 200 CSD teachers, staff, and community members have participated in this intensive two-day ASIST training through Joe’s Fund.