FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: August 26, 2024
CONTACT: Sydney Stinger, Community Education Specialist, 530-229-8426, sstinger [at] shastacounty.gov (sstinger@shastacounty.gov)
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION DURING SEPTEMBER
SHASTA COUNTY – September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It is a time to raise awareness about the impact of suicide in our community, reduce stigma, and inspire hope that lives can be saved.
This year’s theme is “Love Over Loneliness.” Feeling lonely can affect mental and physical health as well as increase risk for experiencing suicidal thoughts. The best remedy for loneliness is connecting with others and fostering meaningful relationships. Together, we can help prevent suicide with the power of love and connection.
Here are a few ways to connect with others and share hope this Suicide Prevention Month:
- Participate in Shasta County’s Out of the Darkness Community Walk on September 7 in Redding to show support for attempt and loss survivors and help champion the vital work of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Register for free here!
- Join the Light of Hope Event on September 10 to get connected with resources and watch the Sundial Bridge light up in teal and purple colors in honor of suicide prevention month. Visit youmattershasta.org/events/ for event details.
- Attend a free suicide prevention training and learn how to support someone who might be at risk. Sign-up for a training by visiting youmattershasta.org/training/
- Share suicide prevention resources with other community members. Find a variety of resources on YouMatterShasta.org.
We hope you join us in celebrating Suicide Prevention Month. Together, we can create a community that is safe from suicide.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support or is experiencing a suicide crisis, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or chat www.988lifeline.org.
988 offers free, confidential support 24/7 for 365 days a year.
Funding for You Matter Shasta and suicide prevention training opportunities are provided through the Mental Health Services Act.
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