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There can never be enough reminders that it is okay to ask for help. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, and help is available. For more resources, you can visit buff.ly/3ta89sM

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You are not alone. You deserve help - call or text 9-8-8 any time for free, confidential support without judgement. Info: 988.ca #988Canada

it's Resource Thursday and today 9-8-8 launches in Canada! People across the nation can now call or text 9-8-8 to have access to 24/7/365, bilingual, trauma-informed, and culturally appropriate suicide prevention support. Learn more about 9-8-8: buff.ly/3GCcuc5

🦋 Provide 105 Start trainings and 69 SafeTalk trainings to community members. 🦋 Facilitate suicide prevention and awareness presentations to 14 organizations for 632 adults. To learn more about our work, visit: buff.ly/2TxCeiA

🦋 Share our mental health and life promotion presentation to 2,776 youth across both school boards. 🦋 Distribute over 16,000 resources in the community, including over 13,000 Wallet Crisis Resource cards for adults and youth.

On this #GivingTuesday, we extend our deepest gratitude to all of those in our community who have supported our work in promoting hope, help, and healing. Because of the community's support, in fiscal 2023 we were able to:

If you are a youth struggling with your mental health or thoughts of suicide, please know that help & support are available. You can reach out to a help or crisis line or connect with a trusted & caring adult in your life. For more youth resources, visit: buff.ly/3tXFJTx

It’s Resource Thursday! Social connection impacts our health and wellbeing; having positive social connections and relationships is a protective factor against suicide. You can learn more about social connection and wellbeing by visiting: buff.ly/3O27yle

To learn more about getting help, visit buff.ly/2TxCeiA

A helper is someone you can reach out to for help and support. Deciding who the best person is to reach out to can be overwhelming, but reflecting on who you trust, your own expectations, and what is important to you can help narrow down who the right helper might be.

Today on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we remember those lost to anti-trans violence and commit to #StandTogether against bigotry and hate. If you need support, help is available at itgetsbettercanada.org/get-help

For more information on grief after suicide, as well as additional resources, visit buff.ly/3cHSB7H

Tomorrow, Saturday November 18th, is International Day for People Impacted by Suicide Loss, also known as International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. In honor of this day, we've prepared some gentle reminders for those who are grieving.

It’s Resource Thursday! In honor of International Day for People Impacted by Suicide Loss coming up on Saturday, we’re highlighting the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s toolkit for people who have been impacted by a suicide loss: buff.ly/3TKlU9f

If you think that someone is at risk for suicide, it is important to reach out and start a caring conversation with them. But, there are things you can do before starting this conversation to help prepare. Visit buff.ly/3qD7b4f for more tips on supporting someone at risk.

This week, we’re raising awareness with the transgender community as part of Transgender Awareness Week. Let’s come together and advocate for equality for all trans youth.

WRSPC is a nonprofit organization which has operated in Waterloo Region since 1997! While our mission and vision have evolved over the past 20+ years, we are proud to continue to promote the work of hope, help, and healing in the community.

Today is Remembrance Day, a day where we are asked to honor those who have served and continue to serve to defend and restore peace. For information on mental health supports for veterans, or to learn more about Remembrance Day, visit: buff.ly/3uUbXLd

It’s Resource Thursday! Are you overwhelmed by the different terminology used in mental health and addictions? Check out CAMH’s Mental Illness & Addictions Index to get reliable information about mental illnesses, addiction, treatment, and recovery: buff.ly/3rYKtru