Hope Starts with Us

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month

Every life matters. Yet too many in our communities are silently struggling. In 2024, Weld County lost 67 lives to suicide—67 people who were neighbors, family members, and friends. Suicide is a leading cause of death, but it is also the most preventable.

Suicide Education and Support Services, a program of North Range Behavioral Health, and Imagine Zero of Weld County, know that hope, connection, and education can help save lives. This Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month, let’s all do our part to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and empower each other to recognize and respond to the warning signs of suicide.

Each of us can make a difference. Here’s how:

Start the conversation.

Social support, open dialogue, and genuine human connection can protect someone who’s struggling. A simple check-in can go a long way.

Know the numbers.

In 2023, more than 49,000 people in the U.S. died by suicide. (CDC)

Break the silence.

Stigma isolates people. When we speak openly and without judgment about mental health, we help others feel seen, valued, and less alone.

Know your resources.

Help is always available. Learn how you can support someone in crisis and where to turn for help. Call or text 988 for free, confidential support, 24/7. For local support, call 970.347.2120 (option 2) or walk-in to 928 12th Street in Greeley.

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month Events

Sound Bath Meditation

Come and discover the benefits of sound meditation at Carbon Valley Regional Library. Regardless of your lifestyle, it’s likely you could benefit from some self-care and stress relief. If you enjoy unwinding with music after a long day, a sound bath may be the perfect addition to your wellness routine. Sound baths can offer significant benefits for your overall wellbeing, including reducing stress and anxiety, lowering blood pressure, improving circulation, and helping with pain relief. Bring a yoga mat, pillow, and blanket for your comfort as we relax and enjoy an hour of self-care. We will also have chairs available for those who prefer to sit as they meditate.

Registration is required. Register here starting on August 20th.

September 3rd from 4pm - 5pm
Carbon Valley Regional Library: 7 Park Avenue in Longmont

basket filled with items that bring hope

Create Your Own HOPE Box

Join us at Centennial Park Library for a crafting program in recognition of Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month. Library patrons will have the opportunity to create their own HOPE Box/Kit — a personalized collection of items designed to inspire hope, encourage self-care, and offer comfort during difficult times. HOPE boxes serve as a tangible reminder that life is worth living and can help ground individuals in moments of emotional crisis, grief, or despair.

September 3rd from 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Centennial Library: 2227 23rd Avenue in Greeley

Dine for a Cause at Ridgehill Tavern

Throughout the month of September, a portion of proceeds from a signature cocktail and mocktail will be donated to SESS' s suicide prevention efforts in Weld County with an additional option to round up your check at the end of your meal.

445 Apex Street in Windsor
Come check out the SESS table on Thursday, September 11th from 4pm - 7pm

Community Nights advertising flier for Wing Shack with NRBH, Imagine Zero, and SESS

Dine for a Cause at Wing Shack

Dine out and show the flier at check-out for a portion of the proceeds to benefit suicide prevention efforts in Weld County.

Thursday, September 4^th from 11am - 8pm
35th Avenue and 10th Street in Greeley
Must show digital or physical flier

Heartbeat Support Group

We help ourselves and others by talking about and sharing similar experiences related to suicide loss. In Heartbeat, survivors can work through their grief with other survivors in a safe space, free of judgement and stigma.

Tuesday, September 16th from 7pm - 8pm
2105 Clubhouse Drive in Greeley

Community QPR Training

Encourage your friends and loved ones to attend a community QPR (Question. Persuade. Refer) class and join a growing number of people in a research-supported approach to preventing suicide. This 60-90 minute certification training teaches participants to recognize warning signs, and respond when a person is experiencing a mental health crisis or suicidal thoughts.

September 18^th from 6pm - 7:30 pm
Centennial Library: 2227 23rd Avenue in Greeley

Human Bean Guest Barista Day

Swing by the Human Bean to learn more about Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month and how you can help prevent suicide in our community. 10% of all proceeds from this Human Bean location will be donated to SESS. Cash donations are also accepted to help fund this important work.