September marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Unfortunately, our region continues to experience an increase in the number of individuals who need support and care. A recent study shows the majority of adults (94%) believe that suicide can be prevented, at least some of the time, and 96% of adults in the U.S. would take action if someone close to them was thinking about suicide.

There is hope. We are listening.

As a behavioral healthcare provider here in Southwest Georgia, our team at Turning Point Care Center is dedicated to #BeThere in a manner that promotes connectedness. Culturally relevant services, evidence-based treatments and support are available.

It is imperative that we equip our community with hope, resilience and the tools to feel empowered. People needing help can contact:

• 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline that provides 24/7 confidential support. Text, chat or call today. Trained crisis counselors are ready to serve.

• The Veterans Crisis Line for U.S. Military Veterans, call 988, press 1.

• Trevor Lifeline, the only national 24/7 lifeline for LGBTQ youth, at 1-866-488-7386.

You can help save a life.

#BeThere #SPM24

Sincerely,

Heather Fuller, CEO

Turning Point Care Center