Community Resources

AgriSafe Farm Response
https://www.agrisafe.org/courses/farm-response/
FarmResponseSM is an On-Demand 3.5-hour continuing education course developed by national experts from the AgriStress Response NetworkSM. AgriSafe’s FarmResponse course provides the full range of competencies necessary to provide appropriate mental healthcare for agricultural producers and their families. This knowledge is critical for a healthcare professional to effectively care for a farmer’s total health.

CRUSHing Farmer Suicide
https://www.cecentral.com/activity/20809
As an occupational group, farmers have a high suicide rate. This one hour interactive, online training will educate healthcare providers on why the suicide rate is high and suicide prevention strategies that are grounded in cultural sensitivity and humility. Participants will learn about farming culture, common challenges experienced by farmers, signs and symptoms of common behavioral health issues among farmers, and techniques to use therapeutic communication to address these issues.