MCW Division of Suicide Research and Healing

MCW Division of Suicide Research and Healing Our mission is to prevent su***de through research, education, clinical care & community engagement.

🚨 Launching in August: The second cohort of our Su***de Postvention Certificate Course! Participants will explore the fo...
08/18/2026

🚨 Launching in August: The second cohort of our Su***de Postvention Certificate Course! Participants will explore the foundations of su***de prevention, the history and research behind postvention, and how it differs from other therapeutic approaches after a loss. Emphasis is placed on understanding trauma responses, cultural factors in grief, and strategies for supporting individuals and communities affected by su***de. The course also guides participants in designing and implementing effective postvention teams, including needs assessments, partnership building, training, and culturally responsive communication. A final project will involve compiling local and national resources and developing a needs assessment and/or implementation plan for a postvention response within the participants’ community.

Learn more & register: https://mcw.edu/departments/comprehensive-injury-center/education/su***de-postvention-certificate-course

August is National Wellness Month, and in recognition, we are highlighting a MCW resource, MCWell360!💚MCWell360 is MCW's...
08/17/2026

August is National Wellness Month, and in recognition, we are highlighting a MCW resource, MCWell360!💚

MCWell360 is MCW's wellness program, and it was designed to promote six key dimensions of health: emotional, physical, financial, social and spiritual, environmental, and intellectual. Numerous resources focused on these six dimensions can be found on InfoScope's "wellness" page.

Additionally, MCWell360 offers the opportunity to be a wellness champion for your division or department. A wellness champion serves as an enthusiastic ambassador and resource for their work location to support MCW’s Wellness Program and culture of well-being. DSRH members Rachel Glassford and Tricia Monroe serve as wellness champions for the Comprehensive Injury Center (CIC)!

As part of MCWell360's efforts to promote wellness, the program creates and distributes a monthly newsletter to the MCW community that includes a wellness events, calendar, department wellness opportunities, and a self-care calendar. Noteworthy for August is the opportunity to participate in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training. This will be taking place in person August 24th from 9am-4pm. Slots are still available for those interested in joining!

As we grow closer to September, AKA National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month (NSPAM), we also are excited to announce the annual NSPAM food truck event! This will take place Monday, September 14th, from 11am-1pm in front of the Hub. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Prevent Su***de Greater Milwaukee (PSGM), so mark your calendars and come join us to support su***de prevention in our community!

This past Tuesday, we had our annual DSRH retreat!👥Our team spent the day together at the Milwaukee County War Memorial ...
08/13/2026

This past Tuesday, we had our annual DSRH retreat!👥

Our team spent the day together at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center reviewing the work we've done over the past year, brainstorming new potential projects that align with our mission and vision, and setting strategic goals for the next year. Every year, this retreat serves not only as an important meeting for the division to evaluate and organize but also as a means to further our bond as a team and remind ourselves of why we chose this field of work and how important it is.

Not to mention the great view we had of the city, Lake Michigan, and the art museum this year😍

The DSRH remains dedicated to lived experience, collective action, utilizing a public health approach, disseminating new knowledge, and addressing disparities in su***de outcomes. Thank you all for the continued support as we do this work.💚

Kinda chic to know we can all play a role in preventing su***de. ✨
08/10/2026

Kinda chic to know we can all play a role in preventing su***de. ✨

Join us on August 12 for our upcoming Bridge to Hope Su***de Prevention Training! Bridge to Hope covers the general scop...
08/07/2026

Join us on August 12 for our upcoming Bridge to Hope Su***de Prevention Training! Bridge to Hope covers the general scope of su***de, existing resources, and the healing value of building connection.

Learn more and register: https://mcw-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/k7ri-BQfR7G9hIZtm7DYEA #/registration.

MCW employees should register in Workday by searching "Bridge to Hope" under the Learning tab.

In 2024, through a partnership with the U.S. and Wisconsin Departments of Veterans Affairs, we received a grant to exten...
08/07/2026

In 2024, through a partnership with the U.S. and Wisconsin Departments of Veterans Affairs, we received a grant to extend the work of su***de mortality reviews (SMR) across the state of Wisconsin. With the funding, we launched a statewide SMR team that has focused on reviewing Veteran su***de deaths in Wisconsin to explore missed opportunities for intervention and enhance a community's ability to respond and prevent future su***de deaths.

We're excited to share the team's first annual report! The report outlines recommendations made during meeting reviews and identifies next steps and trends. Read the full report and learn more about the SMR team at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/comprehensive-injury-center/divisions/division-of-su***de-research-and-healing/su***de-mortality-review.

Happy birthday to one of our research program coordinators, Lindsay Fuss! We are so thankful for everything you do, espe...
07/29/2026

Happy birthday to one of our research program coordinators, Lindsay Fuss! We are so thankful for everything you do, especially all your work on Wisconsin Su***de Mortality Review. Have a great day!🎉🎂🩷

07/28/2026

Registration is now open for the Medical College of Wisconsin's Su***de Postvention Certificate Course.

This live online program provides evidence-based training and practical strategies for professionals looking to enhance their postvention knowledge and build stronger systems of support.

Space is limited. Register today and join a growing network of professionals committed to advancing compassionate, informed care: https://ocpe.mcw.edu/psychiatry/node/233730 -tabs-node-course-default1

Happy early birthday to our Research Program Coordinator, Jacey!!! We hope you have the best day! 🎉 Thank you for being ...
07/24/2026

Happy early birthday to our Research Program Coordinator, Jacey!!! We hope you have the best day! 🎉 Thank you for being such a vital part of our team! We are so appreciative of all of that you do!

Today, July 22nd, is World Brain Day!🧠 Brain health and mental health are two intersecting components of our health, and...
07/23/2026

Today, July 22nd, is World Brain Day!🧠 Brain health and mental health are two intersecting components of our health, and as such, many of the best ways to promote and maintain them are the same! Read through the graphics to learn what some of the most common lifestyle choices that protect against both cognitive decline and su***de are.

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