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Treats on the Trail

 Join us on October 19 for a family-friendly fundraiser supporting our neighbors in crisis at Walker Homestead. Guests will stroll a festive one-mile “Great Pup-kin Walk” through the vineyard and gardens, collecting sweet and savory treats along the way. Enjoy

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Seeking Help for Men Over 50

By Dave Ballandby, Iowa County Law Enforcement/Mental Health Liaison I turn 54 in May, and thinking about that made me curious. How does suicide impact those in my age group, and even those older than I am? An online search

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Youth Suicide Prevention

By Kyle Burke, Crisis Helpline Services Manager In Iowa, about one out of three 988 users are under 18.  Most of them also express having suicidal ideation. That’s not surprising, given what we know about the incredibly high (and increasing!)

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Recommitting to Hope this 988 Day

By Drew Martel LISW, Chief Clinical Officer Suicide remains an urgent and often overlooked crisis in the United States—each year, nearly 50,000 lives are lost, making it the 11th leading cause of death overall. For youth and young adults, the

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Meals on the Move

For many of our elderly, disabled, and low-income neighbors, accessing food isn’t as simple as driving to the store or visiting a food pantry. They rely on CommUnity Food Bank’s Mobile Pantry – a lifeline that brings fresh, nutritious groceries

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Take Action to Restore the 988 LGBTQI+ Line

Contact your elected officials and demand that funding be restored. 5 Calls will help you find your representatives’ contact information and provide scripts. Contact SAMHSA and tell them this decision puts lives at risk Be loud! Share your story if

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You are not alone this Pride Month

Pride Month is a time to celebrate identity, love, and belonging. It’s also a time to recognize the importance of mental health and the power of support. While Pride is filled with joy and connection, it can also bring up

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