We were honored to welcome Lauren McGovern for an open, heartfelt, and vital presentation on suicide prevention and survivor support. Sharing the memory of her son, Owen, Lauren spoke about the critical need to break the stigma around mental health and create spaces of connection and community. She highlighted the mission of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and how community support fuels lifesaving research, crisis programs, and survivor care.
Can you spare some time to participate in the Out Of The Darkness Walk on 9/26 in Lake Placid? Registration opens at 10am and the walk begins at 11am. It’s free and open to all. There will be opening speakers, community resource tables, honor bead ceremonies, raffles, and a symbolic walk around the Oval and into town. Get involved by joining the walk as an individual or form a team. Support the event raffle by donating themed gift baskets or gift cards. Stop by to show visibility and support local mental health initiatives/ If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24/7. Call or text the Suicide & Lifeline at 988.
