‘Something we can do together’: Reach4Hope and turn the city green for Mental Health Awareness Month

Reach4Hope’s community outreach efforts, St. George, Utah, date not specified | Photo courtesy of Reach4Hope Utah, St. George News

CONTENT PROVIDED It’s time to paint the town green for Mental Health Awareness Month. The Reach4Hope Suicide Prevention Coalition invites everyone to join in raising awareness about mental health and suicide prevention and learning more about resources available in the community.

“This is something we can do together,” said Reach4Hope Coordinator Broden Lund. “It’s an opportunity for family, friends, neighbors, classmates, co-workers and the entire community to know that we support them and that they are not alone. There is always hope.”

Mental Health Awareness Month is dedicated to prioritizing wellness and promoting open conversations about mental health. Throughout the month of May, Reach4Hope will host various events and initiatives to raise awareness, promote connection, encourage self-care and connect people in the community with essential resources.

The green ribbon is the international symbol of mental health awareness. Join Reach4Hope in a vibrant show of solidarity by using green throughout the month to symbolize the commitment of the St. George with mental health and suicide prevention.

Look around for the Reach4Hope message through green lights, posters in business windows, electronic signs and green ribbons in schools and neighborhoods. “Be seen in green” to support the cause by adding a touch of green to your clothes, hats, jewelry, nails or hair.

Another way to get involved is by downloading the Goosechase app and joining Reach4Hope’s 31 Days of Mental Health, where you can participate in daily activities that promote wellness. From spending time outside to sharing things you’re grateful for, you’ll earn points every time you complete an activity. Points can be redeemed at the end of the month for a chance to win prizes from local partners like Fiesta Fun, House of Jump and The RinQ.

Don’t forget to visit the Reach4Hope booth at upcoming community events. Reach4Hope will be attending the Downtown Farmers Market in Ancestor Square on Saturday, May 11th and the Rollin’ in the Red Rocks Car Show at the Dixie Convention Center on Saturday, May 18th. Stop by for information on local mental health resources and swag items. and the possibility of winning raffle prizes.

Reach4Hope is also offering QPR training sessions on Monday, May 13 at Utah Tech University, as well as Tuesday, May 14 and Friday, May 24 at St. John’s Regional Hospital. george “Question. to persuade Consult.” are three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide, and learn about life-saving warning signs. Sessions are open to the community for free, no registration required.

On Tuesday, May 28, join Reach4Hope at Encircle St. George for the opportunity to learn from local mental health professionals in an open and relaxed environment. Ask questions, share ideas and help break the stigma.

Help is always available on the Reach4Hope website. Whether you’re looking for crisis services, support groups for high-risk demographics like veterans and the LGBTQ+ community, or comfort after a loss, you can find the information you need and connect with caring professionals .

“More than anything, it’s a resource center,” Lund said, “whether it’s national resources, other websites or local support with addresses and phone numbers.”

Reach4Hope recognizes the importance of mental health and its impact on each individual’s personal and professional life. Dealing with the pressures of life can be overwhelming and everyone deserves to feel supported and empowered to seek help when needed.

The coalition was established in 2012 with the mission of engaging community partners to identify and reduce suicide risk factors, raise mental health awareness, and implement research-based strategies to help prevent suicide. Their vision is to build a caring community that comes together to offer compassion, support and hope for a suicide-free future.

“We want people to know that there is always hope. That’s why we’re here,” Lund said. “Either you can reach out to give hope to someone else, or you can reach out to yourself and find that hope for yourself.”

Written by ALEXA MORGAN for St. George News.

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