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 2024, 48,824 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

It Knows No Face: Weld County Art Exhibit

It Knows No Face – Weld County is an inspiring exhibit featuring portraits and stories from local suicide survivors. Created by acclaimed artist Randy Bacon and presented by North Range Behavioral Health's Suicide Education & Support Services, this exhibit encourages connection, reduces stigma, and promotes hope, healing, and suicide prevention.

Open to the public. No cost.

For more information, head to our Events page.

Monday, August 31st - Thursday, September 10th - Fort Lupton Campus
Sunday, September 14th - Sunday, September 21st - Greeley Campus (Wellness Center: 5311 West 20th Street in Greeley)

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.

For more information, head to our Events page.

Registration is required. Register here.

Tuesday, September 1st from 6pm - 7:30pm
Centennial Library: 2227 23rd Avenue in Greeley

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.

For more information, head to our SESS page.

Tuesday, September 15th 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.

For more information, head to our Events page.