ECSPC In The News

Below are some of the various mentions of ECSPC in the news and media outlets.

Warning Words Often Precede Suicides

You might be surprised how often you have actually heard the not so obvious suicidal statements that friends, loved ones and even brief acquaintances may have made.

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Be 'hope and change' for the depressed

The words "hope and change" often have to do with some political party making a statement about there is hope out there if we can just change a few things in society.

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Connections Could Save Someone’s Life

Recently, I had emergency surgery and realized just how “connected” I am.  Initially, I had contacted my husband from the doctor’s office to meet me at the hospital.  As we waited in the hospital for details, we made a couple of phone calls to ensure that our children had a place to be.

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Saving People From Suicide

It is late at night and I find myself glued to the news and internet once again as I view pictures of the devastation from tsunamis, earthquakes, after-shocks, and political upheaval in the Middle East. The tragedy is overwhelming.

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Everyone Plays a Unique and Valuable Part in the Local Community

February can be such a dreary month - we are tired of winter and are eager to shed coats,

hats, gloves and Valentine's Day.

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Service are Available to Help Those in Difficulty - Elkhart Truth, February 7, 2011

There were 186 suicides in Elkhart County between 2000 to 2010. The largest number of

deaths (24) occurred in 2007 and the smallest (12) in 200t

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Suicide and Depression - November 2010

Chronic anxiety or depression can lead to a feeling of hopelessness and suicidal thinking. A dear friend once told me, “Just because one does not perceive hope doesn’t mean it’s not out there”.

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Training is Available to Help Prevent Suicides - November 8, 2010

As members of the Elkhart County Suicide Prevention Coalition, we understand and recognize possible signs of suicidal thoughts or threats, but do you?

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Weapons and Depression Can Be a Deadly Mixture, Elkhart Truth, June 1, 2010

When people experience depression, they sometimes consider  death by suicide as the only way to end the emotional pain they are feeling.

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Find Help if You Suffer From Depression, Elkhart Truth, April 29, 2010

We live in very stressful times; that's for sure. Greed and corruption have affected everyone's quality of life. This situation aggravates the numerous other reasons causing depression.

Chronic depression, regardless of the cause, needs to be addressed. If left untreated, chronic depression can lead to suicidal inclinations.

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Spread the Message That There is Hope, People’s Forum, Elkhart Truth, January 2010

It was a difficult year for many people in Elkhart County.  For 21 people in Elkhart County, the burdens were too heavy.  They decided to end their lives in suicide.  These deaths were traumatic for their friends and families.

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How Comfortable Are You With The Topic Of Suicide?, Goshen News, October 2009

Last month on September 10th, many people around the world observed World Wide Suicide Prevention Day.  Several members of the Elkhart County Suicide Prevention Coalition decided to bring recognition to this day by having their Annual Awareness Walk in Downtown Goshen during the First Fridays event.

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Suicide Prevention Week, People’s Forum, Elkhart Truth, September 2009

Death by suicide is a desperate act by someone who feels he or she has no other options.  In many cases, people believe that no one cares if they live or die.  Each day is a struggle just to survive and there is no hope that their lives with get better.

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We Must Continue Searching For The ‘Why’, People’s Forum, Elkhart Truth, July 2009

A recent article appeared in The Elkhart Truth stating that more suicides occur on Wednesdays than any other day of the week. A few other statistics were stated as well. As a member of the Elkhart County Suicide Prevention Coalition, I have reviewed numerous statistics, locally, statewide and nationally about prominent age ranges, genders, employment, etc. related to suicide.

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Coalition to Host Gatekeeper Training, People’s Forum, June 2009

Last fall the Elkhart County Suicide Prevention Coalition shared an art display with the Elkhart County community.  The display, “Hope:  A work of Art in Progress” was art work created by individuals who had been affected by suicide. 

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Myriad of Reasons Can Lead to Suicide, People’s Forum, May 2009

Perhaps Tim Vandenack should do more research on the topic of death by suicide. ("Don't let financial crises be your doom," Sunday, April 19, 2009.) His inference that our suicide rate in Elkhart County is directly tied to the economic condition is overly simplistic, to say the least.

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Suicide Prevention Coalition Looking to Reduce Suicides, February 2009

The Elkhart County Suicide Prevention Coalition is a nonprofit organization consisting of community entities and individuals working together to reduce the number of suicides in Elkhart County.

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Unattended Stress can Lead to Suicide, December 2008

In today's uncertain economy there is enough stress to affect everyone to some degree. Stressors come in many forms. They can be social, occupational, biological, psychological, scholastic and/or environmental in origin.

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People’s Forum, Elkhart Truth, July 2008

“Summertime and the livin’ is easy.” This line from an old song says what we like to believe – that summer is a time for fun and relaxation, certainly not a time for depression and suicide. Many of us believe that the extra sunshine and spending more time outdoors will protect us from depression. Unfortunately, problems don’t go away just because it is summer.

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Suicide Group Seeks Artists' Works

The loss of a loved one by suicide can leave you in a dark and depressed place. You may never get completely out of that place, but you can heal. One form of healing is by helping others cope and heal.

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Letter to the Editor, Elkhart Truth, March 6, 2008

Suicide Awareness is Prevention

When physical, psychological and situational circumstances bring undue stress into our lives, feelings of depression can develop. Long-term untreated depression can lead to suicide. To prevent suicide in our community, we must first raise our collective awareness and develop a sense of shared responsibility toward each other.

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