Our Mission
Saving lives by providing depression and suicide prevention awareness, programs, and resources throughout Hampton Roads, Southeastern Virginia, and beyond.
YOU can save a life when you ask directly about suicide and offer support.
Are you Struggling with these warning signs…
Feeling sad, empty or numb?
Feeling hopeless, worthless, helpless or guilty?
Feeling angry or moody, crying easily, chronic worrying or experiencing panic attacks?
Losing interest in things that used to be fun?
Using alcohol or drugs to mask feelings?
Thinking about, planning, or attempting suicide?
If so, here’s what to do…
Talk to somone - Be honest. Tell them what you are feeling
Reach out to a friend or family member
Go outside and Move your body
CALL or TEXT 988 - The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will connect you to someone who will listen and support you!
SMPF in action!
Just like with CPR, you can become a confident first responder with Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) training. Anyone can learn what to say and save a life.
“The training has made me confident in my ability to talk to friends and people who come into our center about suicide and mental health”
— safeTALK Program Attendee
“Excellent! This topic is so taboo — this course reduced my aversion to saying the word, much less talking or asking about it. This training gave me the tools to overcome these prejudices.”
— Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Program Attendee
Thank you to the Sponsors, Supports and Attendees who helped make the 2nd Annual Ladybug Ball a HUGE Success!
