Our Programs

The Mandy Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers evidence-informed programs focused on suicide prevention, mental health education, community safety, and systems change. Our programs serve individuals, first responders, organizations, and communities across Arkansas and beyond.

SUICIDE PREVENTION EDUCATION & TRAINING

Community Suicide Prevention Program (TMF-CSPP)

TMF’s flagship program providing suicide prevention education that equips individuals and communities to recognize warning signs, engage in supportive conversations, and connect people to help.

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The Guardian Network For Suicide Prevention

The Guardian Network for Suicide Prevention is a signature initiative of The Mandy Foundation that equips trusted community members, first responders, and veterans with the skills to recognize suicide risk, respond to crisis situations, reduce stigma, and promote mental wellness. The Guardian Network offers culturally responsive training tracks and professional certifications.

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First Responder Suicide Prevention Program

A specialized program addressing the unique mental health and suicide risk challenges faced by first responders, including occupational stress, peer support, leadership education, and culture-informed prevention strategies.

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Psychological First Aid (PFA)

Education designed to help first responders and community helpers provide immediate, non-clinical support following critical incidents and connect individuals to appropriate resources.

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Psychological First Aid (PFA)

Education designed to help first responders and community helpers provide immediate, non-clinical support following critical incidents and connect individuals to appropriate resources.

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COMMUNITY SAFETY & HARM REDUCTION

SAFE Arkansas

Suicide Awareness & Firearm Education

A voluntary, community-based firearm suicide prevention initiative focused on safe storage education and the free distribution of firearm safety devices.

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CORE Arkansas

Community Overdose Response & Education

A community-based overdose prevention program providing education and free naloxone kits to individuals who may be in a position to respond to an opioid overdose.

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PEER, SURVIVOR, & LIVED EXPERIENCE SUPPORT

Peer & Survivor Support

Free, facilitated peer support groups for individuals impacted by suicide, mental health challenges, and trauma, focused on connection, resilience, and shared understanding.

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Lived Experience Integration

Education and consultation to help individuals and organizations responsibly integrate lived experience into suicide prevention, training, advocacy, and systems change efforts.

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ADVOCACY, SYSTEMS CHANGE & CAPACITY BUILDING

Advocacy & Policy Education

Education and training to help individuals and organizations engage in ethical, effective suicide prevention advocacy and support systems-level change.

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Program Development & Capacity Building

Consultation and technical assistance for organizations, agencies, and communities seeking to develop, strengthen, or expand suicide prevention, mental health, and community safety programs.

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SPECIALIZED POPULATIONS

Veteran Suicide Prevention Programs

Veteran-focused suicide prevention education and peer support that recognizes military culture, transition-related challenges, and the unique needs of veterans and their families.

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SPEAKING & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Public Speaking & Keynote Presentations

Engaging, prevention-focused presentations led by TMF Founder and Executive Director Joshua Sisco, MS, combining evidence-based education, lived experience, and systems-level insight.

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