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We are a community that is rocked to the core because some of our children and adults have felt so hopeless that they have ended their own lives. We are grieving. The HOPE Coalition of Boulder County was formed in 2005, so that we, as committed citizens, could work together, reach out, and understand the stressors in today’s society that have triggered an epidemic of depression. We want to instill in all the people of our community that they can ask for help without fear of shame and we want to give them the necessary resources to do it. We believe that with proper attention and intervention, lives can be saved. And it takes a community.
We envision a community where:
- There is no stigma about depression.
- Community members are able to identify depression early.
- Seeking help is viewed as a sign of strength.
- Suicide is no longer considered a solution.
Our mission, therefore, is to educate, engage, and empower the community about depression awareness and suicide prevention in order to save lives.
Our core beliefs are:
- It's okay to talk about depression and suicide.
- Talking leads to action and risk reduction.
- Emotional healing is always possible at any age. _________________________________________________________________________________
Legislation - House Bill 1140 PASSED, sponsored by Senator Linda Newell (D-Littleton) aims to lower the suicide rate by encouraging hospitals to educate patients & relatives of patients who have attempted suicide about prevention before they leave the facility. Colorado law designates the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment as the coordinator for suicide prevention programs throughout the state. This legislation will direct the Office of Suicide Prevention within the department to encourage the hospitals & treatment facilities that it licenses to provide suicide prevention information to help keep suicide attempts from happening again. The HOPE Coalition will participate in providing materials and resources for this purpose.
Roberts Raises Awareness For Teen Suicide Prevention
A resolution concerning teen suicide prevention unanimously passed the Senate Education Committee this week.HJR 1004 sponsored by Senator Ellen Roberts, R-Durango and Senator Michael Johnston, D-Denver, strives to increase awareness of teen suicide prevention throughout Colorado. The resolution was brought forward by students with the Colorado Youth Advisory Council. The council is made up of students, ranging in ages 14-19, from all across the state.
“This is a tragic issue that affects people from all walks of life,” said Roberts. “It is particularly heartbreaking when teens see suicide as their only option. This resolution seeks to give teachers, parents and communities better tools to recognize the signs of young people who may be contemplating suicide.”
