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Don’t Miss Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) Training September 15, 3 pm – 4 pm

Don’t Miss Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) Training September 15, 3 pm – 4 pm

by Chris Duhaime | Oct 1, 2025 | Resiliency Essentials

Join us for a one-hour training on Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR), a suicide prevention curriculum. This training is specifically for school health professionals who are interested in learning more about suicide prevention. This event is hosted by Makin’ It...
Resource Navigator Map Connects You with Vital Services

Resource Navigator Map Connects You with Vital Services

by Chris Duhaime | Dec 20, 2024 | Recovery Ready Community

In collaboration with Manchester’s Health Department and Homelessness Initiatives, Makin’ It Happen recently created a Manchester Resource Navigator Map. This was designed to help connect you to vital resources and services available in Manchester, such as food...
“Talk Saves Lives” Training December 19, 2024, 3 pm – 4 pm via Zoom

“Talk Saves Lives” Training December 19, 2024, 3 pm – 4 pm via Zoom

by Chris Duhaime | Dec 12, 2024 | Uncategorized

Join us for this free suicide prevention training hosted by Makin’ It Happen and open for anyone who lives or works in the Greater Manchester region (Manchester, Hooksett, Bedford, Deerfield, New Boston, Auburn, Candia, Goffstown). “Talk Saves Lives” is the...
Presenting…A New Canvas For The Manchester School District Welcome Center!

Presenting…A New Canvas For The Manchester School District Welcome Center!

by Chris Duhaime | Dec 11, 2024 | Featured, Makin’ It Happen in the 603

Yesterday, Makin’ It Happen had the opportunity to present a photo collage to the Manchester School District and Manchester Proud for their new Family Welcome Center! The canvas featured pictures captured at CelebratED in which participating students can be shown...
Makin’ It Happen and AFSP Train Manchester School District 4th Graders!

Makin’ It Happen and AFSP Train Manchester School District 4th Graders!

by Chris Duhaime | Dec 11, 2024 | Featured, Resiliency Essentials

Throughout the past month, Makin’ It Happen team members, Kayt, Janelle, Ashley, and Kay collaborated with The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to educate Manchester School District’s 4th Graders in Gizmo’s Pawesome Guide to Mental Health! They were able to...
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It's #WorldSuicidePreventionDay🤍 Why is suicide p It's #WorldSuicidePreventionDay🤍

Why is suicide prevention and awareness so important? Because suicide is a leading cause of death and a serious public health issue. Raising awareness, knowing how to respond when you’re concerned someone may be suicidal, and knowing where to find help and resources are incredibly important parts of suicide prevention.

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Today is #988 Day. A reminder that support is alwa Today is #988 Day. A reminder that support is always available!

Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is here to help. Remember: a crisis looks different for everyone. If you or someone you know needs support, don’t hesitate to call 988. 

By spreading the word and increasing awareness of 988, we can all play a part in suicide prevention. Spread the word and help others know that help is just a call, text, or chat away. 

Learn more: https://988lifeline.org/

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Suicide prevention starts with awareness. Here a Suicide prevention starts with awareness. 

Here are a couple things that stand out to us in this data:
- New Hampshire’s suicide rate is higher than the national average. 
- 54% of suicides in New Hampshire involved a firearm.
- 15,067 calls were made to New Hampshire’s 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in 2025.

Knowing the signs, starting the conversation, and knowing where to turn for help can make a difference. If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone. Call or text 988 for free, confidential support, 24/7.

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Some reminders for you this #SuicidePreventionAwar Some reminders for you this #SuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth 🤍

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