SPIN’s Annual Conference is September 30th!
Taking Action, Saving Lives: Suicide Prevention Conference
Holiday Inn Clarkston | Full-Day Training | 5 CEUs Available
Join SPIN for our annual regional conference focused on evidence-based strategies, professional development, and life-saving conversations.
This Year’s Featured Speaker
We’re honored to welcome Dr. Katherine Anne Comtois, PhD, MPH, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Washington. Dr. Comtois is a leading voice in suicide prevention and crisis care.
She will present two in-depth training sessions:
- Suicide Assessment and Management: Synthesizing Client-Centered Care with Joint Commission Requirements
- Ethics of Suicide Prevention in Healthcare: Attending to Both Risk Management and Self-Care
Attendees will earn 5 Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
This event is highly recommended for:
Mental health professionals, medical providers, social workers, first responders, school counselors, clergy, and community members are committed to suicide prevention.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor This Life-Saving Event
Advocate Sponsor – $1,000
- Table for up to 8 People at the Event
- Facebook Recognition: Before and after the event
- Radio Recognition
- Sponsor Call-Out: Included in pre and post-conference attendee emails
- Recognition of Sponsorship: Featured at the beginning of the event
- Logo/Signs Displayed: Prominently showcased at the event
Guardian Sponsor – $500
- Table for up to 8 People at the Event
- Facebook Recognition: Prior to and after the event
- Radio Recognition
- Logo/Signs Displayed: At the event
- 💚 Thank you to Lewis-Clark Early Childhood Program for being our first Guardian Sponsor!
September Is National Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Awareness Month
A powerful reminder that mental health is essential to overall well-being—and that every life matters. At SPIN (Suicide Prevention of the Inland Northwest), we believe in the power of connection, education, and community to prevent suicide and promote wellness across our region.
🌱 Where to Start
According to Mental Health America, nearly 50 million adults in the U.S. are experiencing a mental illness, yet over half do not receive treatment. This year’s theme, “Where to Start,” acknowledges how overwhelming it can feel to seek support—and how important it is to take even the smallest step forward.
Whether you’re looking to care for yourself, a loved one, or your community, SPIN is here to help you know where to begin.
Know the Warning Signs
Recognizing the signs of suicide risk can save lives. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, warning signs include:
- Talking about hopelessness, death, or feeling like a burden
- Withdrawing from friends, family, or favorite activities
- Changes in mood, sleeping patterns, or increased substance use
- Aggressive or reckless behavior
If you notice these signs in someone, don’t wait. Start a conversation.
