Checking in on Others

This week for #WarriorWednesday, Caroline McKeown was back with a new episode of her #DearCaroline vlog. She talked about the importance of helping your friends and being there when they need support. Follow along for support resources for you and your friends, signs to look for, and how to check-in. Sometimes, just reaching out and offering your love and support …

1N5 Climate Surveys in Local Schools

1N5 understands that each of the 82 schools we work with has a unique culture. Knowing that there is not a one-size-fits-all solution for mental health & wellness needs, 1N5 offers partnering schools a climate survey to assess the specific needs of their school. 1N5’s climate survey is unique because it collects information from students, teachers, and parents about awareness, …

1N5 Conducts QPR Training at Art Academy of Cincinnati

On Friday, November 20th, 1N5 provided QPR training to the staff at the Art Academy of Cincinnati. QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention is a 1.5-hour educational program designed to teach lay and professional “gatekeepers” the warning signs of a mental health crisis and how to respond. AAC staff and administrators understand the importance of mental …

Christa Shares Her #iAM1N5 Journey…

This week for #WarriorWednesday, Christa Estes Smith shared her #iAM1N5 journey of losing her husband to suicide. Check out her story below, and if you would like to share your story, send us a message on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter! I’ve never thought of myself as a warrior but after forgiving my husband Scott for taking his life, I did …

1N5 Participates in Signs of Suicide Training

1N5 participated in MindWise’s Signs of Suicide Train-the-Trainer Workshop. Signs of Suicide is a suicide prevention program that educates students about the relationship between suicide and depression. Through a video, guided discussion and brief screening for depression, students are encouraged to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) when worried about themselves or a friend. SOS’s evidence-based student training takes just one class …

1N5 Provides QPR for St. Mary School Staff

On Wednesday, October 21st, 1N5 provided QPR training to the staff at St. Mary School in Hyde Park. QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention is a 1.5-hour educational program designed to teach lay and professional “gatekeepers” the warning signs of a mental health crisis and how to respond. St. Mary staff and administrators understand the importance …

You Matter

For #WarriorWednesday, Caroline McKeown was back with another episode of her #DearCaroline vlog. This week, she took the time to tell each and every one of you that you matter and you are loved. You deserve to be alive. Sometimes, we need a reminder of the beauty life has to offer, and Caroline is here to tell you why you …

Erin Shares Her Family #WhyWeRun Story

October 6, 2016 –  I walked out of hot yoga to drive home, I pulled out my phone to 20 missed calls from various family members. When I got ahold of my older brother, with tears streaming down my face and a trembling voice, I said, “Is it over? Did it happen?” Matt quietly confirmed, “Yes, he’s gone.” For the previous …

1N5 Provides QPR Training to La Salle High School Staff

This week on Tuesday, September 22nd, 1N5 provided QPR training to the staff of La Salle High School. September is Suicide Prevention Month, and the staff and administrators of the school recognize the importance of mental health education and resources. They are working to provide more ways to support their students and staff.