Last updated on July 24th, 2024 at 02:30 pm
CALM is a practical intervention to increase the time and distance between individuals at risk of suicide and lethal means, particularly firearms. The oldest and most widely used training on lethal means safety, CALM teaches why access to lethal means matters and equips individuals to intervene effectively with those at risk of suicide, before and during a crisis.
Training Options
| Conversations on Access to Lethal Means | Counseling on Access to Lethal Means | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 1-2 hour workshop | 3 hour workshop |
| Audience | Training for general audiences – no clinical background required. Perfect for community groups, suicide prevention coalitions, shooting clubs, parent groups, or health professionals with limited time. | Created for mental health clinicians, primary care providers, substance abuse counselors, hotline responders, and crisis intervention services. |
| Location | In person and virtual options | In person and virtual options |
CALM trainings are listed in the Suicide Prevention Research Center’s Best Practices Registry!
Meet Our CALM Instructors
AgriSafe CALM instructors are trained and certified through CALM America.
Tara Haskins, DNP, MSN, RN, AHN-BC
Linda Emanuel, RN, BSN
Olivia Bury, MA, PLPC
From Dr. Haskins: “Suicide is a complex issue. But when we talk about access to lethal means, we remove the “how” from the shadows and save lives. Let’s come together, raise awareness and shine a light of hope because every life is precious and worth fighting for. Join the conversation and help make a difference in your communities.”
From Ms. Bury: “Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) enhanced my capabilities as a mental health clinician, providing the appropriate terminology, options for safe firearm storage, and strategies to help create time and distance. I feel confident and prepared to support my client’s safety during a time of crisis.”
Training fees will vary depending on travel and trainer requirements. Funding to support CALM training is available in the following states: Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota and Minnesota. For more information, please email Olivia Bury at obury@agrisafe.org
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