For 2024 Suicide Prevention Month (SPM), San Mateo County, Star Vista, and partners are promoting the statewide theme of “Love Over Loneliness.”
Our Board of Supervisors passed a resolution in January declaring loneliness a public health crisis and pledging to promote social connection in our communities. According to the 2023 San Mateo County Health and Quality of Life Survey, 45% of residents in San Mateo County residents were experiencing difficulty with loneliness and isolation.
Now more than ever it is important that we find ways to connect with one another. Know the signs, find the words, and reach out.
September is Suicide Prevention Month (SPM), which includes National Suicide Prevention Week (September 8-14) and World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10). SPM aims to empower everyone in the community to prevent suicide.
September 8-14 National Suicide Prevention Week
September 10 World Suicide Prevention Day
Events
Each year, San Mateo County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services’ Office of Diversity & Equity (ODE) and Suicide Prevention Committee (SPC) promotes free events throughout the month of September to promote Suicide Prevention Month. All events are free and open to the public and are a mix of virtual and in-person. Stay tuned for more details on 2024 SPM happenings!
If you have questions or comments in the meantime, please reach out to the SPM Planning Committee Co-Chairs:
