AFSP Illinois
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Crisis # 988 or text TALK to 741-741. Mission: Save Lives & Bring Hope to those Affected by Suicide
Illinois
Joined July 2009
🦆 On #NationalRubberDuckyDay, we're celebrating the little things that lift our spirits and remind us to hold onto #HOPE. Take care of yourself today — because tomorrow needs you. 📸 2025 Out of the Darkness Quad Cities Illinois Walk
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"Promoting mental health education, advocating for smarter public policy, having real conversations and speaking openly about mental health — knowing that I'm doing everything within my power — is what gets me out of bed each and every morning."
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Speaking openly about my own struggles, sharing my story and having a #RealConvo about mental health has led me to a deeper understanding of both myself and others, and turned my former Achilles’...
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AFSP’s 37th Annual Lifesavers Gala will take place on May 7 at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. This premier event celebrates progress in the fight to prevent suicide and honors those making a profound impact. For more info, visit https://t.co/nSxNhCRYiK.
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As part of their Mental Health Matters series, NBC 5 Chicago invited AFSP Illinois Executive Director Angela Cummings to discuss how to cope with the sudden loss of a loved one. We appreciate NBC for giving us a platform to share this important message. 💙 https://t.co/xinOefiejP
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Your grief is yours alone, shaped by your memories, your life, and your connection with the loved one you lost. 💙 Even though no two experiences are the same, connection can bring comfort. For resources, visit https://t.co/b95n0lqO8F.
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An uncertain economy is putting mounting pressure on farmers' mental health. Emily Hansen with @UofIllinois shares that many farmers "suffer in silence" — which makes reaching out and offering support more crucial than ever. Learn more:
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A commercial agriculture educator with the University of Illinois says a depressed ag economy is weighing on farmers’ mental health. “Comparing these economic times that we’re in now to what happened...
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The Why We Walk wall at our Out of the Darkness Community Walks is a space for our community to honor and remember loved ones, with each message serving as a personal tribute. 💙💜 For more on #OOTDCommunityWalks, visit https://t.co/cvgX1VfwIl.
#WalkWednesday
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Together, we can support the veterans in our lives. You can help a veteran by: ⚠️ Watching for warning signs 💬 Having an honest, authentic conversation 💙 Connecting them to help and resources Find resources specific to the unique needs of veterans at https://t.co/m6PbTS3OdE.
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For many students, this week marks the start of a new school year. Managing classwork, relationships with friends, and other responsibilities can feel overwhelming. It's okay to ask for help. If you or someone you know needs support, visit https://t.co/cvgX1VfwIl for resources.
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Start the year by remembering you're never alone. 💙 Help is just a call, text, or chat away. Dial 988 to reach @988Lifeline or text TALK to 741741 to reach @crisistextline, if you need support today or any day. You are not alone.
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In November, AFSP partnered with the NFL Los Angeles Rams and Washington Commanders to lead meaningful discussions on mental health in sports. Learn more:
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In November, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), a leading suicide prevention organization, partnered with the NFL Los Angeles Rams and Washington Commanders to lead meaningful...
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Remember to be kind to your mind today. Even a few deep breaths can bring a sense of calm and clarity. So take a moment for yourself — you deserve it. 💙 #MindfulnessMonday
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As we welcome the new year, let’s carry #HOPE forward and hold close the memory of those we’ve lost. Everyone who joins the fight to #StopSuicide helps make a difference — and we grow stronger with each step we take together. Join us: https://t.co/cvgX1VfwIl
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Grief can feel a little lighter when you don't have to carry it alone. Sharing your story and hearing others' can bring comfort and hope when you need it most. 💙 Come together with other loss survivors at https://t.co/5AVC0IPfjK.
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Have you been thinking about talking with a mental health professional? Reaching out for help is a strong and positive step — mental health professionals can offer support to strengthen your overall well-being. If you're ready to take that step, visit https://t.co/s08WsFw5Kj.
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🏃♂️ The @bankofamerica Chicago Marathon has announced that 2025 participants raised a record $47.1 million for nonprofits — $11 million more than 2025. ✋ High-fives all around to our Race AFSP team, which contributed nearly $1 million to that total! https://t.co/nYXwFxMnOE
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You don't have to wait for a certain date on the calendar. Your healing journey can begin anytime.⏰
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AFSP Illinois is nominated for Best Charity and Best Advocacy Organization in Chicago Reader's Best of Chicago 2025! You can cast your vote now through December 31, with winners announced in next year's Best of Chicago issue. https://t.co/HdWTqsdfy7
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