Finding hope and raising awareness during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
This September, as we recognize National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we are reminded that we can all provide hope and support to those who are struggling. Too many people experience suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress without the support and care they need. The COVID-19 pandemic added to our anxieties and challenges, putting further stress on people’s mental health and wellness.
We know that every year thousands of individuals die by suicide, leaving behind their friends and family members suffering a tragic loss. When we lose someone to suicide, it has a deep and profound effect on us.
We can all help prevent suicide by raising awareness, reducing the stigma around suicide, and encouraging well-informed actions. We can make a difference by learning to identify the risk factors and recognize the warning signs. We can support one another by checking in on one another, letting people know that they are not alone, and knowing what resources are available to help people at risk for suicide, including:
Watch for Suicide Prevention and Awareness resources throughout September, and please continue to care for yourself and lookout for one another. Together we can break the silence and stigma, and spread the message that hope, help, and support are available. Together we can prevent suicide.
Sincerely,
 Whitney Abrams (she, her, hers)
Chief People Officer
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