Yes, You Can Make an Impact
The healthier you are, the more hope and positivity you radiate to all aspects of your life–including to loved ones who might be suffering. Taking care of yourself and learning the right tools are the first steps to helping them find a more hopeful path.
Supporters need support too.
There are plenty of resources available to those of us dealing with the pain of seeing loved ones suffer, because supporters need support, too. A few great resources are listed below. You can also share your story with us. We’d be honored to hear it and help guide you – and your loved one – to a more hopeful path.
National Alliance on Mental Health
NAMI provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
“Make It OK” is a campaign to reduce the stigma of mental illnesses. Multiple organizations have pledged their commitment to change the hearts and minds about the misperceptions of mental illness by encouraging open conversations and education on the topic.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
A website of resources regarding suicide prevention, disaster mental health, mental health promotion, and more.