Suicide Prevention Month: Parents Lead Introduces Toolkit to Equip Schools with Life-Saving Strategies
Gov. Kelly Armstrong recently proclaimed September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in North Dakota. Parents Lead has released a new Suicide Prevention and Response Toolkit for Schools, developed in collaboration with North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) suicide prevention and school behavioral health experts.
HHS Awards Grants for Suicide Prevention to Support Communities Across North Dakota
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $353,983 in community suicide prevention grants to seven organizations across the state.
Columbus Community Hospital to Offer Vital Suicide Prevention Training: CALM
Columbus Community Hospital's Occupational Health Services (OHS) will host a vital Lunch & Learn event focused on suicide prevention, titled CALM (Conversations on Access to Lethal Means). This training gives individuals and organizations critical knowledge and tools to safely store lethal means, such as firearms and medications — especially during times of suicidal crisis.
HHS Highlights the Need for Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Support During the Holiday Season
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is emphasizing the critical importance of suicide prevention and mental health awareness during the holiday season. While the holidays can bring joy and togetherness, they can also heighten stress, loneliness, or despair for many individuals. Recognizing the warning signs of suicide and taking action to help yourself or others can save a life.
AFSP South Dakota Chapter and Sanford Health Partner to Bring Soul Shop™ for Leaders Workshop
Join the AFSP South Dakota Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the nation’s leading suicide prevention organization and Sanford Health, from 8:30 to 4:30 on Friday, November 1st at the Sanford Center in Sioux Falls for a Soul Shop™ for Leaders Training. Soul Shop™ for Leaders is for pastors, priests, youth directors, educators, counselors, therapists, faith community nurses, lay leaders, and any ministry leader. It is for anyone who feels CALLED to respond to suicidal desperation.
Mental Health Innovation Foundation Breaks Ground On Behavioral Health & Wellness Center At Children’s And Releases A First Look At Future Building
The Mental Health Innovation Foundation (MHIF), led by community leader and philanthropist Ken Stinson, begins the construction phase of the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children’s with a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, offering a first look at renderings of the future building.
Screening For Depression Saves Lives
The most important test you take might just save your life. On National Depression Screening Day, October 6, a simple screening test can indicate if you could benefit from external emotional support and other treatment.
Health Sciences Professor, Alumnus Participate In 437 Project For Suicide Awareness
A group of 12 runners, including a USD assistant professor of occupational therapy and an alumnus, will participate in a fundraising run across the State of South Dakota later this month to support mental health, specifically, suicide prevention.
How To Play A Role In Preventing Suicide
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and every Nebraskan has a role in saving lives. More than 47,000 Americans die by suicide each year, but suicide can be prevented. In Nebraska, a person dies by suicide once every 32 hours. One of the most effective methods is to raise the subject with a loved one or friend who may be considering suicide.
Avera Launches ‘Ask The Question’ Campaign For Suicide Prevention
During September, which is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, Avera is launching a campaign centered around the theme, “Ask the Question.”