Attend in person or watch via the Live Stream. B#4 Presentation Live Stream is funded by Berrien County Suicide Prevention Coalition. Information and flyers below: B#4 Presentation by Terry Hessbrook about suicide awareness and prevention 📅 Thursday, February 12 th 🕓 4:00-5:00 PM 📍 Grand Upton Hall / Mendel Center/Live-streamed Slam Dunk Stigma Basketball Game 📅Wednesday, February 18 th 📍LMC Gym 🕓Time: 5:30pm–9:00 PM (women’s game 5:30pm and Men’s game starts at 7:30pm)

If available to volunteer to table either/both of the below events, please email berriencaresmi@gmail.com . B#4 Presentation by Terry Hessbrook regarding suicide awareness and prevention. Date: Thursday, February 12 Time : 4:00 - 5:00 pm       Arrival: Set up time: 3:30pm; tear down 5:30pm Location : Grant Upton Hall at Mendel Center, LMC Audience: LMC student athletes, LMC students (with specific promotions or extra credit for attendance), High School athletes, community

If you know of potential clients (children, adolescents, adults, couples, families) who may benefit from counseling services, the Andrews Community Counseling Center (ACCC) anticipates having a few openings for new clients when we re-open on January 12, 2026, after the semester break.  Individuals interested in services are encouraged to  call now  and leave a confidential voicemail message to get their name toward the top of the request list.  Graduate-level practicum studen

Several Important Data Resources Are Now LIVE AND AVAILABLE TO USE Nonfatal Suicide Dashboard This dashboard includes data for the most recent 12 months on emergency department (ED) visits related to suicide attempts and suicidal ideation. You’ll also find technical documentation below the dashboard outlining the methodology, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and limitations. Michigan Injury Indicators Dashboard This dashboard provides fatal and nonfatal injury data including, su

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