This report describes evidence-based practices for improving clinical care and outcomes for people with a history of suicide risk during the critical period of transition from inpatient to outpatient care.
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ReadingsIn this study, the authors estimated the return on investment (ROI) for every $1 spent calling patients with suicidal ideation or deliberate self-harm who had been discharged from a hospital or emergency department ranges from $1.76 to $2.43.
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ToolsThis resource provides information for providers speaking to clients about suicide risk and includes communication tips, recommended resources, and more.
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Hopewell Health Centers has shared sample caring contact cards that they send to their clients. Each includes a graphic and a caring message.
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The Utah Zero Suicide Learning Collaborative has put together a Safe Care Transition for Suicide Prevention toolkit aimed at addressing the lack of support too many individuals experience when undergoing transitions in care.
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Netcare has shared eight examples of the non-demand caring contact work done at their organization. The PDF also includes several ideas and considerations for making non-demand caring contacts.
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The Utah Department of Human Services has shared sample caring contact cards that they send to their clients. Each includes a graphic and a caring message.
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The Chickasaw Nation has shared sample caring contact cards that include a message in the Chickasaw language. Youth and adult examples are included.
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NowMattersNow.org has created a template for Caring Contacts that includes a printable card redirecting recipients to the resources on their website—made for and by those with lived experience.
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Bloomington Meadows Hospital of Indiana sends out handwritten care cards to patients after discharge. The care cards, like the two examples here, are created by receptionists, signed by the staff, and sent in an envelope for privacy.