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Reducing Suicide Risk by Enhancing Resilience Presented by the SIU School of Medicine Office of Correctional Medicine WebEx Link Password: SIU123 Sharen Barboza, Ph D. Dr. Sharen Barboza is an internationally recognized expert in correctional mental health. She is a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and Florida with over 25 years of experience working with individuals in institutional settings. Sharen started her career as a psychologist at the maximum-security women’s correctional facility in New York, eventually being promoted to Chief Psychologist for the only psychiatric hospital

The Invisible Weight: Why caring for Healthcare Workers Means Caring for Everyone Presented by the SIU School of Medicine Office of Correctional Medicine WebEx Link Password: SIU123 Benjamin Montgomery, MD Dr. Montgomery is a board-certified family physician and a proud graduate of both the SIU School of Medicine and the SIU Family Medicine Residency in Springfield. After completing his residency, Dr. Montgomery served his country for five years in the Air Force as a primary care physician. He then dedicated many years to practicing family medicine in the Jacksonville area, providing care to

Navigating through the emotions of grief and sorrow during a loss can feel incredibly challenging. Our grief support groups offer a confidential space for individuals to openly express their feelings, engage in discussions, find solace, and extend comfort to those who have undergone similar experiences. The FFRI grief support group meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8 pm. In 2024, those dates are January 24, February 28, March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 26. To register or for more information, contact Rachel Brown at 217.718.6315 or email rachelbrown.lpc24@gmail

Navigating through the emotions of grief and sorrow during a loss can feel incredibly challenging. Our grief support groups offer a confidential space for individuals to openly express their feelings, engage in discussions, find solace, and extend comfort to those who have undergone similar experiences. The FFRI grief support group meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8 pm. In 2024, those dates are January 24, February 28, March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 26. To register or for more information, contact Rachel Brown at 217.718.6315 or email rachelbrown.lpc24@gmail

Navigating through the emotions of grief and sorrow during a loss can feel incredibly challenging. Our grief support groups offer a confidential space for individuals to openly express their feelings, engage in discussions, find solace, and extend comfort to those who have undergone similar experiences. The FFRI grief support group meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8 pm. In 2024, those dates are January 24, February 28, March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 26. To register or for more information, contact Rachel Brown at 217.718.6315 or email rachelbrown.lpc24@gmail

Navigating through the emotions of grief and sorrow during a loss can feel incredibly challenging. Our grief support groups offer a confidential space for individuals to openly express their feelings, engage in discussions, find solace, and extend comfort to those who have undergone similar experiences. The FFRI grief support group meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8 pm. In 2024, those dates are January 24, February 28, March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 26. To register or for more information, contact Rachel Brown at 217.718.6315 or email rachelbrown.lpc24@gmail

Navigating through the emotions of grief and sorrow during a loss can feel incredibly challenging. Our grief support groups offer a confidential space for individuals to openly express their feelings, engage in discussions, find solace, and extend comfort to those who have undergone similar experiences. The FFRI grief support group meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8 pm. In 2024, those dates are January 24, February 28, March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 26. To register or for more information, contact Rachel Brown at 217.718.6315 or email rachelbrown.lpc24@gmail

Navigating through the emotions of grief and sorrow during a loss can feel incredibly challenging. Our grief support groups offer a confidential space for individuals to openly express their feelings, engage in discussions, find solace, and extend comfort to those who have undergone similar experiences. The FFRI grief support group meets virtually on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8 pm. In 2024, those dates are January 24, February 28, March 27, April 24, May 22 and June 26. To register or for more information, contact Rachel Brown at 217.718.6315 or email rachelbrown.lpc24@gmail

Navigating grief can be tough, especially for those in our farming community. Join the SIU Medicine’s Farm Family Resource Initiative’s (FFRI) virtual Grief Support Group to find a safe, confidential space to share your feelings and find solace. Presented by Rachel Brown, an experienced counselor with a background in agriculture. To register, contact Rachel at 217.718.6315 or rachelbrown.lpc24@gmail.com . To learn more about the FFRI, visit siumed.org . Link to join will be sent upon registration. MORE ABOUT THE PRESENTER Rachel grew up on a family farm in Mercer County and spent almost five

Calling all farmers, ranchers and agricultural professionals: Let’s gather for an important conversation about mental health and well-being. During our session, we’ll delve into crucial topics to support you and your loved ones: • Share and explore the challenges facing producers and their families • Discover strategies for managing and supporting individuals experiencing suicidality • Explore a wealth of resources available to producers, their families, and those who work within agricultural communities HOSTED BY Dr. Nick Weshinskey, a licensed professional educator and national board