Fall Talk 2021
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Past Speakers
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"Is Anybody Out There?" with Mike McGowanThe Waupaca County Suicide Prevention Coalition presented "Is Anybody Out There?" with Mike McGowan on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at the Weyauwega-Fremont Performing Arts Center. Mike discussed the isolation epidemic and how to connect with others. This year's talk also included a community resource fair before and after the event.
https://waupacanow.com/2019/09/20/encouraging-social-connections/ |
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"From First on Scene to Next of Kin" with Wes ZubeThe Waupaca County Suicide Prevention Coalition is proud to present "From First on Scene to Next of Kin" with Wes Zube at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 17, 2018 at Waupaca High School’s Performing Arts Center. Wes will share his personal story on dealing with the effects of suicide on him professionally and personally.
The public is welcome to this free event. Resource Fair - 5:30 P.M. Featured Speaker - 6:00 P.M. Counselors onsite immediately following presentation https://fox11online.com/news/local/waupaca-officer-speaks-out-about-losing-brother-by-suicide |
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An Evening with Chester Marcol - 2017The Waupaca County Suicide Prevention Coalition presented “An Evening with Chester Marcol” at 6 p.m. Monday, October 23, 2017 at Waupaca High School’s Performing Arts Center. Mr. Marcol shared his story about his substance abuse and attempted suicide. He was a kicker for the Green Bay Packers and authored "Alive and Kicking: My Journey Through Football, Addiction and Life. http://www.waupacanow.com/2017/10/24/marcol-kicks-old-habits/ |
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"Stop the Stigma of Mental Illness" by Chris Prochut - 2016Chris Prochut, a retired law enforcement officer presented his "Stop the Stigma of Mental Illness" on Monday, September 19, 2016. He is a mental health awareness advocate and a law enforcement suicide prevention trainer.
www.waupacanow.com/2016/09/12/program-on-suicide-mental-health/ http://www.talk2endstigma.com/about-chris.html "Mental Health Treatment Without Shame or Blame"
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