STARS for Suicide Prevention

STARS for Suicide Prevention We are a group of community members whose concern is to promote su***de prevention awareness through sharing local resources and training.

We meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:30 pm at Central Christian Church, 359 W College, Jacksonville IL.

๐Ÿ’œ Today is National Su***de Prevention Day | September 10 ๐Ÿ’œToday, we remind our community that every life matters, every...
09/10/2026

๐Ÿ’œ Today is National Su***de Prevention Day | September 10 ๐Ÿ’œ

Today, we remind our community that every life matters, every story matters, and reaching out can make a difference.

You never know what someone may be carrying behind a smile. Take a moment to check in with the people you care about. Listen without judgment. Be present. Let them know they donโ€™t have to face difficult moments alone.

๐Ÿ’œ Ask. Listen. Support. Connect.
๐Ÿ’œ A simple โ€œHow are you really doing?โ€ can open the door to support.
๐Ÿ’œ Encourage those who are struggling to connect with a trusted person or professional.

If you or someone you know is struggling or needs immediate emotional support, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Together, we can create a community where reaching out for help is met with compassion, understanding, and hope.

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You Matter!๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿฉต๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ
09/09/2026

You Matter!๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿฉต๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

๐Ÿ’œ National 988 Day | September 8 ๐Ÿ’œToday, weโ€™re reminding our community that help is available, hope is real, and you don...
09/08/2026

๐Ÿ’œ National 988 Day | September 8 ๐Ÿ’œ

Today, weโ€™re reminding our community that help is available, hope is real, and you donโ€™t have to face a difficult moment alone.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or experiencing thoughts of su***de, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

๐Ÿ“ฑ Call or text: 988
๐Ÿ’ป Chat: 988lifeline.org

You donโ€™t have to have the โ€œright words.โ€ You donโ€™t have to wait until things get worse. Reaching out is a sign of strength.

๐Ÿ’œ Check on your people.
๐Ÿ’œ Listen without judgment.
๐Ÿ’œ Take warning signs seriously.
๐Ÿ’œ Remind someone that they matter.

One conversation can make a difference. One connection can bring hope.

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09/02/2026

๐Ÿ’œ MIDWEEK MENTAL HEALTH CHECK-IN ๐Ÿ’œ

Itโ€™s Wednesday. Take a moment to pause, breathe, and check in with yourself.

โœจ How are you really doing today?
โœจ What has been weighing on your heart or mind?
โœจ What do you need more of right nowโ€”rest, support, connection, or a little kindness?

Remember: You donโ€™t have to have everything figured out today. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

๐Ÿ’œ Check in with someone you care about, too. A simple โ€œHow are you really doing?โ€ can open the door to an important conversation.

You matter. Your story matters. Your life matters.

During Su***de Prevention Month, letโ€™s remind one another that no one has to face difficult moments alone.

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SEPTEMBER IS HERE ๐Ÿ’œSu***de Prevention Awareness Month A month to raise awareness, spread hope, and remind someone that t...
09/01/2026

SEPTEMBER IS HERE ๐Ÿ’œ
Su***de Prevention Awareness Month A month to raise awareness, spread hope, and remind someone that they are not alone. Letโ€™s talk. Letโ€™s listen. Letโ€™s support.

๐ŸŒŸ Walk Out of Darkness. Walk Toward Hope. ๐ŸŒŸThis Su***de Awareness Month, join us as we come together to honor, remember,...
08/25/2026

๐ŸŒŸ Walk Out of Darkness. Walk Toward Hope. ๐ŸŒŸ

This Su***de Awareness Month, join us as we come together to honor, remember, support, and raise awareness.

Every step we take is a reminder that no one has to face difficult moments alone. Together, we can break the silence, encourage conversations, and build a community of hope and support. ๐Ÿ’œ

๐Ÿšถ Walk Out of Darkness
๐Ÿ“… 9/13/26
โฐ 5pm:Activities & 6pm Program starts
๐Ÿ“ Central Christian Church 359 W. College, Jacksonville, Il

Join us. Bring your family, friends, and community. Letโ€™s walk together and remind one another that hope is powerful and connection matters.

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So honored that Gigi Galloway Liljegren allowed me/us to share her post:Blake and I had planned on getting a tattoo toge...
07/11/2026

So honored that Gigi Galloway Liljegren allowed me/us to share her post:

Blake and I had planned on getting a tattoo together at some point. He didnโ€™t know that I had sketched a design that included the semi colon symbol for mental health awareness as a part of it. He was working so hard to get to a better place and I wanted to celebrate that with him. I came across that sketch recently and decided to use it to honor him and help spread more awareness about mental health.

Blake loved Cole Swindell and would have loved seeing him at the fair this year.

So here is my message to anyone thatโ€™s hurting right now:

You should be here, so please stay. ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ™

You matter, your life matters. The people that love you would want you here. Please reach out if you need help. I can tell you first hand, that the people who love you would rather be here for you in your hardest hours than go through this life without you.

If sharing our story helps someone reach out for help, then I will know that Blake is still making an impact on others in our community.

That you to Rick Rolson at Outbreak Designs for helping me with this little project. ๐Ÿ™

I will be at 37 South Boutique & Makery Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. if you want a free koozie to keep your drink cold at the fair Saturday night. Stop by and get one from me. ๐Ÿงก

Love,
Blakeโ€™s mom ๐Ÿงก
You should be here buddy.

No matter what you are going through, you never have to face it alone. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ You are valued and needed exactly the way y...
06/19/2026

No matter what you are going through, you never have to face it alone. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ

You are valued and needed exactly the way you are. If you or an LGBTQ+ loved one are navigating through a hard time, please remember that you do not have to carry it all alone. Life-saving support is always within reach.

We have compiled these vital su***de prevention resources to ensure you always know where to turn for care.

๐Ÿ’šMay is mental health awareness month BUT Every Day is awareness!๐Ÿ’šThe more you know the more you grow. If you or someone...
05/04/2026

๐Ÿ’šMay is mental health awareness month BUT Every Day is awareness!๐Ÿ’š

The more you know the more you grow.

If you or someone you know is struggling YOU are NOT Alone!

May is mental health awareness month. Itโ€™s ok to Not be ok but know You are NOT alone!

Mental health help in Illinois, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline 24/7. mobile crisis response, call the CARES line at 1-800-345-9049.

The Illinois Warm Line (866-359-7953) provides support for mental health or substance use, and you can dial 211 to find local treatment

May is mental health awareness month. Itโ€™s ok to Not be ok but know You are NOT alone! Mental health help in Illinois, c...
05/01/2026

May is mental health awareness month. Itโ€™s ok to Not be ok but know You are NOT alone!

Mental health help in Illinois, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline 24/7.

mobile crisis response, call the CARES line at 1-800-345-9049. The Illinois Warm Line (866-359-7953) provides support for mental health or substance use, and you can dial 211 to find local treatment

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