Bouncing Back

Bouncing Back: On Saturday April 2nd, 2016 we had a great time with Adrienne, Sherrie, Travis and Robin who all brought great contributions to the question of ‘what to do to move forward when things in life go completely awry?’. (See the detailed topics…) Plus we had some homemade cake from Adrienne, which always makes […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Talking suicide – it could save someone’s life

Talking suicide – it could save someone’s life – By Clay Evans – discusses how “HOPE (Coalition of Boulder County) and Colie’s closet provide public education about suicide and mental illness while Second Wind helps provide mental-health and other resources to people at risk of suicide.“ Talking suicide – it could save someone’s life   – […]

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