American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Illinois Chapter

Will you join us this holiday season in the fight to stop suicide and raise hope for those affected? Our goal this year for #GivingTuesday is to raise $250,000. Pledge your support for suicide prevention today: afsp.org/givingtuesday #Give2AFSP

We are so thankful to all our donors, walkers, walk chairs, and volunteers who supported our 16 Out of the Darkness Community Walks in Illinois! Your participation & fundraising help us raise awareness for suicide prevention & continue our mission to save lives. #ThanksgivingDay #OutOfTheDarkness #Grateful #AFSPIL

Thank you to everyone who participated in Survivor Day yesterday and today! We hope you found support and connection as you navigate any suicide loss in your life. Mark your calendar for next year’s event and spread the word.

Boston University School of Public Health research suggests that virtual mental health care may significantly reduce suicide-related events (SREs) among veterans recently released from service. https://lnkd.in/gsc8_9Vw

The more we understand about suicide, the more we can prevent it. AFSP-funded research is essential to our mission of saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. Join us in learning more from Dr. Brian D'Onofrio via our Research Connection program. Dr. D'Onofrio will talk about his research: The Benefits and Risks of ADHD Medication: Evidence from Real-World Practice. Dr. Brian D'Onofrio received his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Psychology from the University of Virginia. He has been a professor at Indiana University-Bloomington since 2005. Wednesday, December 4, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST Zoom Register at AFSPILPROGRAMS.ORG

Holidays can be a difficult time for Seniors. Join us Monday, November 25th for Talk Saves Lives: Seniors and Holidays. Learn risk factors and warning signs in older adults, and how to keep ourselves, our loved ones, and those in our community safe. https://lnkd.in/ghiXm575

Two executives at behavioral health care companies discussed why it’s important for provider organizations to partner with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline during a panel at the Behavioral Health Tech conference. https://lnkd.in/gG4_5Pzz

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, also known as #SurvivorDay, will take place this year on Saturday, November 23. Survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding and hope. AFSP has supported thousands of Survivor Day events around the world since 1999. Join us at any one of our six events. To register, visit https://lnkd.in/gqPNCfqx Or link in bio. If you need loss resources, visit afsp.org/loss Please help us spread the word to anyone else who has lost someone to suicide.

#TransgenderAwarenessWeek https://lnkd.in/d5-qfEp

This #TransgenderAwarenessWeek, let's amplify the voices of transgender folks. Awareness can be a lifeline for those in need. Together, we can foster understanding, resilience, and acceptance.