Our Mission

To build a compassionate and informed community that supports mental health, promotes emotional well-being, and ensures no one struggles alone… in Kathy’s name.

Learn the Warning Signs

Suicide prevention begins with awareness. Knowing the warning signs can help you recognize when someone may be in crisis…including yourself. The sooner someone receives support, the greater the opportunity for hope and healing.

10 warning signs to watch for:
• Talking about wanting to die or kill themselves.
• Feeling hopeless or saying there's no reason to live.
• Talking about feeling like a burden to others.
• Feeling trapped or experiencing unbearable emotional or physical pain.
• Withdrawing from family, friends, or activities they once enjoyed.
• Increased use of alcohol or drugs.
• Sleeping too much or too little.
• Extreme mood swings or noticeable changes in behavior.
• Acting anxious, agitated, or recklessly.
• Giving away belongings, saying goodbye, or making final arrangements.

If you notice these warning signs, don't ignore them. Start a conversation. Listen without judgment. Encourage the person to seek help from a mental health professional and stay connected with them. Knowing the signs can save lives, and your willingness to act could make all the difference.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 (U.S.) to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Trained counselors are available 24/7 to provide free, confidential support.

Depression Does NOT Discriminate

Depression can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, background, or circumstances. Sometimes the people who seem happiest carry the heaviest burdens. Many struggle in silence because they fear judgment, feel ashamed to ask for help, or don't know where to turn.

Take a moment today to check in on someone you care about. A simple conversation, a kind word, or letting someone know you're there to listen can make a meaningful difference.

You don't have to have all the answers…just being present can remind someone they are not alone.

Pretending to be Okay is NOT Okay

Pretending you're okay when you're struggling is exhausting. You don't have to carry that weight alone. It's okay to ask for help. Reach out to someone you trust, whether it's a loved one, a friend, or a mental health professional. Speaking up is a sign of courage, not weakness.

You don't have to suffer in silence. Help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You are not alone.

The World is a Better Place with You in It… EVERYDAY

The world is a better place with you in it; every single day. Even on the days when you can't see your worth, please remember that you are important, you are loved, and you make a difference in ways you may never fully realize.

If you're struggling with your mental health, please don't carry it alone. Reach out to someone you trust, talk to a mental health professional, and allow others to support you. Asking for help is a courageous step toward healing.

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Grounding Exercise

If you are feeling overwhelmed, try the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise. When anxiety, panic, or overwhelming emotions take over, grounding techniques can help bring your attention back to the present moment. One of the simplest and most effective technique is the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise.

5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste

As you move through each step, take slow, gentle breaths. This exercise helps shift your focus away from racing thoughts and back to your surroundings, reminding your mind and body that you are here, in the present moment.

Grounding exercises are one tool that can help manage anxiety, but if you find yourself struggling often, reach out to a trusted loved one and a mental health professional for additional support.

FACTS

Suicide affects more people than many of us realize. According to the CDC, suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among both youth and adults in the United States. For every person who dies by suicide, many more think about suicide, make a plan, or attempt it. About half of the people who die by suicide have a known diagnosed mental health condition. At the same time, many mental health conditions go undiagnosed, meaning someone may be struggling without ever receiving the support they need.

These facts remind us why mental health awareness matters. Learn the warning signs, check in on your loved ones, listen without judgment, and encourage those who are struggling to seek help. Together, we can help break the stigma surrounding mental health and create communities where people feel safe asking for help and support.

Depression Hurts; Ask for Help

Depression is more than feeling sad. It can make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming, leave you feeling exhausted, hopeless, or disconnected, and convince you that no one understands. But depression is a real and treatable mental health condition, and you do not have to face it alone. Talk to someone you trust, reach out to a mental health professional, and let others support you through this difficult time.

Suicidal Ideation Can Lead to Suicide

Suicidal thoughts are a sign to ask for help; don’t suffer in silence.

Suicidal ideation means experiencing thoughts about ending your life. Always take these thoughts seriously. They signal that you need help and support. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please don't keep them to yourself. Reach out to someone you trust, talk to a mental health professional, or let a loved one know what you're going through.

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988

If you're feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or struggling with your mental health, please know that help is available. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Talk to someone you trust and connect with a mental health professional. If you are in the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Trained counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide free, confidential support.

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