In 1999, Senator Harry Reid, who lost his father to suicide, introduced a resolution to the United States Senate, leading to the creation of International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. Also known as Survivor Day, the day was designated by the United States Congress as a day on which those affected by suicide can join together for healing and support. It was determined that Survivor Day would always fall on the Saturday before American Thanksgiving, as the holidays are often

988 is available 24/7 for free and confidential support for anyone experiencing behavioral health-related distress — whether that is...

To be the best advocate, we must stay informed. The deaths by suicide in Berrien County have declined, for which we are grateful....

OK2SAY is the student safety program which allows students to  confidentially report tips  on potential harm or criminal activities...

Saturday, September 20, 2025 STAY; Your Story’s Not Over is being held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in the Village of Baroda, MI....

Michigan Medicine has updated their article: New Michigan laws make storing firearms safely more important than ever. There are many...

BCSPC would like to thank all those who joined us in 2024. The mission of this coalition is “to connect the people of Berrien County to...

The Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS® (SWMAR) recently celebrated their sixth annual holiday luncheon and fundraising...

BCSPC invites you to join our first meeting of the new year. We would love more participation from Berrien County residents and...

The holiday season can be complicated especially for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. There is no right or wrong way to...

If you know of potential clients (children, adolescents, adults, couples, families) who may benefit from counseling services, the Andrews...

The Office of the Medical Examiner and Forensic Services at Western Michigan University recently released their annual report containing...

In celebration of the second anniversary of 988 going live this month, MDHHS has releases the latest edition of the 988 Year in Review ....

Below are two suicide prevention plans. The first is Michigan’s three year plan and the second is the national strategy. Suicide...

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released their quarterly Michigan Behavioral Health Crisis System Update. You...

Man Therapy Michigan has recently made a major update to their website. It is a valuable resource for helping men with mental health...

The Suicide Prevention Resource Center has released a new online course, Safety Planning for Youth Suicide Prevention. This free,...

The Four Winds Casino recently donated $15,000 to the Berrien County Suicide Prevention Coalition. The generous donation was made...

Corewell Health South is in the process of collecting input for the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). Below, you will find...

This summer with help from many of you, we have informed the people of Berrien County of the new 3-digit suicide and crisis lifeline. Our...