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Suicide Prevention Summit 

SAVE-THE-DATE

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
8:45 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

Student Union, UW-La Crosse
521 East Ave North | La Crosse, WI 54601

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Increase your understanding of suicide, its prevalence, and the risk factors for specific populations, and acquire tools for prevention, assessment, and intervention.

 

Who Should Attend

HEALTHCARE

  • Psychologists
  • Paramedics
  • Nurses
  • Medical assistants
  • Social workers and counselors

EDUCATION

  • School counselors
  • Teachers
  • Youth leaders
  • Student service personnel

COMMUNITY

  • Law enforcement officials
  • Clergy and pastoral care
  • Interested/affected community members
Thank you to our planning committee members!

Tim Blumentritt, L.S.W., Tellurian Behavioral Health
Karlene Buckmaster, C.S.W., Social Worker, La Crosse County Health Department
Kristine Edwards, Community Member
Shaylyn Goldbeck, L.P.C. IT, St. Clare Health Mission
Christine Hughes, M.S.W., Emplify Health
Angie Jones, CPA, MBA, EWH Small Business Accounting
Vincent Loera, M.S.W., APSW, Mayo Clinic Health System
Deb Mahr, RN, Kaitlin's Table
Jennifer Mueller, LP, Sagent Behavioral Health
Jenny Root, C.S.W., La Crosse County Human Services
Emma Studer, Outreach Manager, Charlie Health
Maria Towle, M.S.W., LCSW, CSAC, Stein Counseling & Consulting Services

Visit the La Crosse Area Suicide Prevention Initiative's website to learn more about their community activity and involvement.