Each September, Suicide Prevention Month reminds us that hope and help are always within reach. Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, yet it is preventable when people have the right support, resources, and community around them. By breaking the silence and encouraging open conversations about mental health, we can help save lives.
At Saint Francis Ministries, we walk alongside children, teens, and families who may be facing overwhelming challenges—grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression. Our behavioral health services are here to provide care, encouragement, and healing when it’s needed most. Through counseling, therapy, and family support, we help individuals find strength, resilience, and hope in the midst of struggle.
Among the many programs and services Saint Francis provides are those that support mental and behavioral health for young people and adults. Those behavioral health programs are also tied to programs such as Intensive In-Home Prevention Services, which build on families’ strengths and capabilities to resolve issues that place children at risk. Our efforts help families better provide for the health and security of their children by teaching better communication and parenting skills, providing substance use treatment, and reinforcing positive life choices.
These are all important skills that can also help mitigate potential risks of self-harm.
We also know that community plays a vital role in prevention. Each of us can make a difference simply by checking in on a friend, listening without judgment, and reminding someone they are not alone. When we reach out, we help break down stigma and create a culture of compassion and connection.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for immediate support.
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