#   Suicide in Older Adults: What You Need to Know About Risk and Prevention 

 



 ![Older adult woman looking out the window](/sites/g/files/omnuum4891/files/ece/files/screen_shot_2022-10-26_at_11.41.38_am.png)

 

 **Summary**: This webinar will provide an overview of known suicide incidence, causes, assessment, and response in populations of community-dwelling older adults. Participants will gain insight on risk factors of suicide in older patients and review basic engagement approaches in cases of suicidal ideation.

 **Date/Time**: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 1PM-2PM ET

 **After completing this webinar, participants will be able to**:

- Understand suicide as a response to physical, psychological and social issues faced by older adults
- Identify and leverage local and national resources to increase access to social and clinical support for older patients
- Explain the value of postvention preparation plans for both health center staff and a patient's loved ones if a suicide occurs

 **View the recording** [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeerD6mXXhc&t=7s)