CONNECTOR / ASIST VOLUNTEERS
DISCOVER FOR YOURSELF
This page is dedicated to supporting individuals who have completed the Connector and/or ASIST programs. We understand the unique and complex challenges of providing peer support while at work. Here, we provide a wide range of resources designed to assist you in supporting individuals both on-site and at home. We have curated resources to help you communicate effectively with those struggling with mental health issues or thoughts of suicide, along with valuable research materials to deepen your understanding of mental health and suicide prevention. Additionally, we have developed a tool for you to track your progress in aiding others. Each subsection is tailored to help you find the answers you are seeking.
DISCOVER RESOURCES
Resources to help you support your mates.
RESOURCES
START TRAINING PROGRAM
We are pleased to offer you this free online training "Start" from LivingWorks - world's leading suicide intervention training organization since 1983. Start is a 90-minute online training program for anyone 13 years+ to learn how to recognise when someone is having thoughts of suicide and respond to keep them safe. This training can complement your Connector/ASIST training and be used to revise suicide intervention skills. (Use Coupon Code: MATES)
START TRAINING PROGRAM
SUICIDE SAFE PLAN
A suicide safety plan empowers you to manage suicidal thoughts, helps keep you safe, reminds you of reasons to live and connects you with the people and services who can help during tough times. You can write it with someone you trust, like a close friend, your doctor, or counsellor.
MY SUICIDE SAFE PLAN