CCC is spreading awareness through Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Displays

MISSOURI(KBSI) – The Community Counseling Center is spreading awareness all over Southeast Missouri through Suicide Prevention Awareness Month displays.

The displays are spread out in 5 counties in Missouri and will stand strong through September 30.

Each display shares a powerful message of hope. “Your story doesn’t have to end.”

Each display also provides resource to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number. Additionally, approximately 240 vibrant pinwheels adorn each location, symbolizing memorial ribbons submitted by individuals affected by suicide.

“We have been deeply touched by the overwhelming community response to this project,” shared CCC CEO, Wendy Ice. “Each pinwheel represents a life lost to suicide, a heartbreaking reminder of this crisis’s impact on our communities. Yet, amidst the sadness, we find beauty in the collective effort of our community members, clients, and employees who came together. These displays serve as a tribute to loved ones lost, while sending a powerful message of hope, help, and the importance of every individual.”

According to the Community Counseling Center Missouri has a higher-than-average suicide rate, proving that awareness and prevention is crucial and needed.

Ways you can help:

Visit Missouri988.org to learn more about suicide prevention resources.

Spread the word about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Get trained in suicide prevention techniques.

Support community-led efforts focused on suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention care.

Community Counseling Center offers many free suicide prevention and mental health education trainings. Visit our website (cccntr.com) and explore the Community Education Program under the Programs and Services tab.