Keeping Chicagoans safe this summer requires everyone to work together to prevent harm and injury. As part of the City of Chicago’s 2026 Summer Safety Initiative, CDPH is offering free trainings that give residents practical skills to recognize a crisis, act quickly, and connect someone to care during critical moments, when help is needed most. Training sessions include:

Overdose Response Training — Thursday, June 25, from 2–3 p.m.

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training — Friday, June 26, from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Both upcoming sessions will take place virtually. Monthly training opportunities are also available.  Individuals, families, friends, neighbors, and community partners across Chicago are encouraged to participate. To learn more about related services and resources or to register for the trainings, visit chicago.gov/behavioralhealth.