McHenry County Suicide Prevention Task Force

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McHenry County Suicide Prevention Task Force

Our mission is to inspire hope & cultivate connection to prevent su***des & support those impacted.

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06/01/2026

Our CALM Conversation training on Wednesday June 3rd is now virtual! Register today - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9BrBakLqROaxTDQJk8PMlw

05/27/2026

The words you say have an impact. Help reduce the stigma by choosing words that are person first and trauma informed. For example, instead of saying "committed su***de" chose to say "died by su***de" instead. Find more ways your words matter on our new resource page - https://www.mchenrycountysptf.org/a-word-on-language

05/21/2026

Join NAMI of McHenry County in partnership with the Su***de Prevention Task Force for the next CALM Conversation training. This In-Person training takes place at the NAMI McHenry County office - 338 Memorial Dr Crystal Lake - on June 3rd from 5-6 pm. This is a FREE training.

05/14/2026

Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more: 988lifeline.org

05/08/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This is your reminder to check on your friends, family and loved ones. Mental Health Awareness Month is about breaking the silence and healing through connection.
We’re encouraging our community to share their stories and remind each other that no one is alone.

05/01/2026

Next week is our next Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Conversation virtual training. This one hour training will walk participants through how to talk with loved ones and friends about keeping themselves safe during a crisis.

Register here - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WRiHQrFKRXivviFcE5dNww

04/23/2026

Visit our new Men's Mental Health Page on our website - https://www.mchenrycountysptf.org/mens-mental-health-resources

04/02/2026

Join our next CALM Conversations next Tuesday April 7th from 5-6 pm at NAMI of McHenry County - 338 Memorial Dr Crystal Lake IL. Sign up here - https://forms.gle/R7H74b89pFszLgCR9

03/24/2026

Register Now: Gambling Disorder, Loved Ones, Affected Others & Treatment (Virtual Training)

Join us for an informative virtual training that explores gambling disorder, its impact on loved ones and affected others, and evidence-informed approaches to treatment.

🗓 Friday, March 27
🕘 9:00 am – 10:30 am
💻 Live on Zoom

Presenter: Michelle L. Malkin, JD, PhD
Dr. Malkin is a nationally recognized expert in gambling-related harm and prevention.

Continuing Education (Free):

1.5 IDFPR CEUs for LSW/LCSW, LPC/LCPC, Psychologists, and
IAODAPCA credits (pending)

This session is ideal for behavioral health professionals, substance use providers, and others seeking a deeper understanding of gambling-related harms and effective support strategies.

👉 Register here:
https://mc708.org/event/gambling-disorder-loved-ones-affected-others-and-treatment-virtual-presented-by-michelle-l-malkin-jd-phd/

Advance your knowledge and strengthen your practice—register today.

03/05/2026

Thank you to the Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills for having us present on our mission. Thank you for helping us spread awareness in our community.

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Crystal Lake, IL

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https://namimch.org/mchenry-county-suicide-prevention-task-force, https://www.mchenrycountysptf.org/

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