Attend Events
Each year we partner with local agencies and community members to offer free public events throughout San Mateo County. This year, we are offering both in-person and virtual events!
Events
Suicide Prevention Month Mini-grant events are bolded.
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If you have any questions about hosting an event or adding your event to our calendar,
please contact Kristie Lui at KFLui@smcgov.org.
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City Proclamation – Pacifica
Show your support for Suicide Prevention Month at your city's council meeting! Leave a public comment or be in attendance for the city proclamation.
This event is both in-person and virtual.
City Proclamation – San Carlos
Show your support for Suicide Prevention Month at your city's council meeting! Leave a public comment or be in attendance for the city proclamation.
This event is in-person only.
City Proclamation: Daly City
Daly City City Council 333 90th Street, Daly City, CA, United StatesShow your support for Suicide Prevention Month at your city's council meeting! Leave a public comment or be in attendance for the city proclamation. This event is both in-person and virtual.
City Proclamation – Board of Supervisors
Show your support for Suicide Prevention Month at your city's council meeting! Leave a public comment or be in attendance for the city proclamation.
This event is both in-person and virtual.
Communal Candle Decorating Workshop
Belmont Library 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA, United StatesSeptember 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. Join us as we decorate candles to
show support for suicide prevention and to remember a lost loved one. In addition,
youth-centered local organizations will be tabling with information and giveaways,
and snacks will be provided.
City Proclamation – San Bruno
Show your support for Suicide Prevention Month at your city's council meeting! Leave a public comment or be in attendance for the city proclamation.
This event is both in-person and virtual.
City Proclamation: Millbrae
Millbrae Council Chambers 621 Magnolia Avenue, Millbrae, CA, United StatesShow your support for Suicide Prevention Month at your city’s council meeting! Leave a public comment or be in attendance for the city proclamation. This event is in-person only.
City Proclamation – Colma
Show your support for Suicide Prevention Month at your city's council meeting! Leave a public comment or be in attendance for the city proclamation.
This event is in-person only.
Open Book, Open Hearts: Discussion on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
San Mateo Main Library 55 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA, United StatesIn honor of suicide prevention month, StarVista programs, HAP-Y and Crisis Line, have partnered up to provide a workshop for youth. The workshop will provide insight on the importance of self-care for mental health, an overview of warning signs for suicide prevention, and share community resources. To conclude the evening, youth will be able to de-stress and connect with their peers by participating in a variety of self-care activities.
One at a Time: A Workshop on Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
San Mateo County Library (Foster City) 1000 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA, United StatesThe goal of the workshop is to educate and raise awareness about mental health and suicidality by shifting the focus to prevention strategies and outlining steps that can be taken prior to crisis, including active listening, expressing care and concern, and connecting them with professional help. You can provide anyone with a comprehensive understanding to help prevent suicide and support those who are encountering a mental health crisis.
One at a Time: A Workshop on Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
San Mateo County Library (San Carlos) 610 Elm St, San Carlos, CA, United StatesThe goal of the workshop is to educate and raise awareness about mental health and suicidality by shifting the focus to prevention strategies and outlining steps that can be taken prior to crisis, including active listening, expressing care and concern, and connecting them with professional help. You can provide anyone with a comprehensive understanding to help prevent suicide and support those who are encountering a mental health crisis.
Suicide Prevention Awareness for Seniors
Twin Pines Senior and Community Center 20 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont, CA, United StatesJoin us during National Suicide Prevention month as we provide seniors with essential
information and resources, to address mental health challenges and reduce the risk
of suicide. Through an informative presentation, and tabling by community partners,
participants will learn what the risk factors are and the warning signs of suicide, how
to utilize effective coping strategies, build resilience, and where local community
resources are located.