Questions from the Community
What is Hope Squad?
Hope Squad is a school-based, peer-to-peer suicide prevention program that empowers, trains, and mentors students, who were nominated by their peers, to recognize suicide warning signs and report them to trusted adults. Supported by the community and ...
Do Hope Squads offer tier 1 Prevention?
Below is a breakdown of how Hope Squad supports Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 education and prevention in schools: Tier 1 - Primary prevention: Intentional observation and engagement; being seen and knowing what to say is half the battle Elementary & ...
What can a mental health agency offer to the School or Squad?
The mental health agency can assist with crisis response, developing a mental health referral plan, and could provide gatekeeper training. Some agencies have even supplied funding for the Hope Squad program or will send therapists to the schools
How can I find my local mental health agency?
Some school districts may already have a partnership with a mental health agency or are aware of the services provided. We recommend checking with your school district to see what is already in place. If the district does not have a partnership, ...
Why does Hope Squad require a mental health partnership?
One of the benefits of having a Hope Squad is that the program offers a holistic approach to suicide prevention. Having a successful Hope Squad means getting the community, administration, mental health partners, parents, and faculty/staff involved. ...
How do you educate the community, so they are clear about what Hope Squads are and what they are not?
When providing training for schools or community groups always include information about Hope Squads and what the Squad(s) are doing at the local schools. In the trainings, show the 'What is Hope Squad?' video and explain what Squads are. Have the ...