Tag: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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Bordentown City, Township support county’s stigma-free initiative
The Burlington County Commissioners are reminding residents to call 9-8-8, or text 988 to reach immediate help for anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide, or a mental health or substance use crisis. The new three-digit dialing code, 9-8-8, will reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which launched on July 16 and provides a simple way to…
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Monmouth County News Briefs, July 27
The Monmouth County Park System has announced upcoming artist talks for its current art exhibit Summer Nights. Held in the “Gallery” at the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft, these talks feature several participating artists discussing their creative process and favorite inspirations. The first talk will be held from 1-4 p.m. Aug. 10 and features…
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More than 100 Burlington County lives were lost to suicide over past 18 months
Several dozen Burlington County officials, workers and guests memorialized those who died by suicide last year during the county’s annual Suicide Prevention Walk. Held annually at the Burlington County Human Services Building, the walk is intended to increase awareness about World Suicide Prevention Day and the resources available to assist those struggling with depression, addiction,…
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South Brunswick police see 30% increase in calls for mental health assistance in past six weeks
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – South Brunswick Police Chief Raymond Hayducka sounded the alarm about the increasing mental health strain in society. “We have seen a nearly 30% increase in calls for mental health assistance in the past six weeks as compared to the same time period in 2019. The pandemic and tensions in the country have boiled…
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Suicide Prevention Month emphasizes self-care for mental health
By KRYSTAL NURSE The Sun Less restrictive COVID-19 measures have prompted more business reopenings, but with them come fear, anxiety and stress about living safely in the pandemic. Enter mental health advocates and nonprofits. Elizabeth Roithmayr, director of the New Jersey chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), said studies are not conclusive…
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Keeping in CONTACT: Sexual assault counselors support victims in new ways
By KELLY FLYNN The Sun In the blink of an eye, Jillian Allen went from overseeing a sexual assault services department to creating an entirely new one. The Sexual Assault Services program director for CONTACT of Burlington County said the COVID-19 pandemic has challenged her team to completely rethink the way it provides services. Based…