Residents from across Northwest Georgia are invited to attend a free suicide prevention training this weekend at New & Living Way Church in Rome.

The church is hosting a QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training, provided by Highland Rivers Behavioral Health, on Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 2:15 p.m. until 4:15 p.m.

The training will take place at New & Living Way Church, located at 59 Dykes Creek Church Road NE in Rome.

QPR is a nationally recognized suicide prevention program designed to teach community members how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, offer hope, and connect individuals in crisis with professional help. Similar to CPR for medical emergencies, QPR equips everyday citizens — including parents, teachers, church members, and friends — with tools to respond to someone who may be struggling.

Organizers say the training is open to anyone who wants to learn how to better support family members, friends, coworkers, or neighbors facing mental health challenges. Suicide prevention advocates stress that early intervention and community awareness can save lives.

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health serves communities throughout Northwest Georgia and regularly partners with local organizations, churches, and schools to expand mental health education and resources.

For those experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available 24 hours a day by calling or texting 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.