Polk County Suicide Prevention Coalition

11/15/2025

Our friends at Dimond Heart Therapy are providing free mental health care through their Foster Cares Fund. If you know someone who is in need of mental health services but has financial barriers – please encourage them to complete the form online at:

Foster Atwood was a intelligent, endearing, resilient and kind young man that died by su***de at the tragically young age of 19.

11/14/2025

Our friends at Mindspring: Mental Health Alliance have put together su***de prevention resources – you can access at:

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11/13/2025

American Foundation for Su***de Prevention - Iowa Chapter's Annual Survivor of Su***de Loss Day is coming up on Saturday, November 22nd. If you or someone you know has lost a loved one to su***de and would benefit from an opportunity to gather with those of a shared experience to find hope, healing, and connection after loss - please encourage them to register for this free event: https://urbandale-iowa.isosld.afsp.org/?_gl=1%2A9oli9w%2A_gcl_au%2ANTU3OTU1OTI4LjE3NTgyODk3MTQ.%2A_ga%2AMjA1ODkyOTc0Ni4xNzUwMDk3NDIy%2A_ga_44VZZG2H84%2AczE3NjI5MDMyMDckbzQ0JGcwJHQxNzYyOTAzMjA3JGo2MCRsMCRoMTAyMTcyMTM1

11/12/2025

We'd like to extend a huge thank you to our friends at Iowa State Extension and Outreach for attending our November meeting and show casing their new workshop, "Self-Care Strategies for Resilient Individuals and Communities." Interested in learning more about bringing this workshop to your workplace? Contact Cassie Odland at odlandc@iastate.edu

11/09/2025

Our friends at Mindspring: Mental Health Alliance have an upcoming webinar tomorrow, November 10 | Attachment Theory: Managing Emotions through Connection
How does the emotional support we do / do not receive as children impact our ability to manage emotions as adults? Learn the types of emotional support children need from infancy through adolescence, and the tools caregivers need to provide what each stage needs. Part 2 in a 3-part series.
Register here

How does the emotional support we do / do not receive as children impact our ability to manage emotions as adults? Learn the types of emotional support children need from infancy through adolescence, and the tools caregivers need to provide what each stage needs in this one-hour seminar with a licen...

11/08/2025

Iowa Healthiest State Initiative is asking the public to share their thoughts in their public perception survey and help shape the future of their work to improve the health and well-being of Iowans.

Your honest feedback helps to better understand how their efforts are making a difference and where they can grow to better serve communities across the state. Help share the survey so we can reach as many Iowans as possible!

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11/07/2025

NAMI was started from a grassroots level and we want to continue growing with the grassroots focus and model in mind.
We are proud to be an organization that creates awareness and change. That awareness and change starts with dedicated volunteers with lived experiences such as yours.

We are looking for volunteers in the following communities and areas of need.

Story, Boone, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hardin, Jasper, Marshall, Webster, Wright, Warren, Madison, Poweshiek, and Hancock counties.

Fundraising
Event Planning
NAMI walk Committee
Public Speaking
Presentations
Tabling Events
Trained Facilitators for classes and support groups.

If you are interested and want to learn more please submit your interest form by clicking the link below.

https://namicentraliowa.org/get-involved/volunteer/

11/05/2025

Join DSM Magazine for a virtual discussion as they bring our 2025 Lifting the Veil publication to life. Featured voices from the magazine will share more of their stories with us as we shine a light on the ways mental health can show up in all stages of our lives. Click here to register for this free event:

Published annually by dsm magazine, Lifting the Veil uncovers stories about mental illness in Central Iowa.

11/02/2025

Our friends at Mindspring: Mental Health Alliance have a webinar coming up on November 4 | Understanding Workplace Anxiety
While stress at work is common, constant and overwhelming anxiety can negatively impact productivity, confidence, and overall health. Discuss common anxiety triggers and learn practical strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and building resilience.
Register here

While stress at work is common, constant and overwhelming anxiety can negatively impact productivity, confidence, and overall health. Discuss common anxiety triggers and learn practical strategies for managing stress, setting boundaries, and building resilience in this one-hour seminar. Meet the Ins...

11/01/2025

The American Foundation for Su***de Prevention is excited to announce the upcoming launch of our newly developed education program, Talk Saves Lives: Supporting Our Veterans. This is a free, 60-minute presentation for audiences to learn about the impact of su***de among veterans, along with practical ways to recognize warning signs of su***de, navigate tough conversations, and connect veterans to support in ways that respect their autonomy.

After attending Talk Saves Lives: Supporting Our Veterans, participants will:
Learn the impact of su***de on the veteran population
Identify contributors to veteran su***de, as well as protective factors
Learn how to recognize su***de warning signs in veterans
Gain confidence in starting a conversation with someone who may be in distress
Understand ways to seek and offer support and resources for veterans
The AFSP National Premiere presentations of Talk Saves Lives: Supporting Our Veterans will take place virtually:
11a.m. ET on Wednesday, November 12, 2025
7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Register at the link below to receive a Zoom link for either of the above presentations. We look forward to having you there! Register today at:

10/26/2025

Mindspring: Mental Health Alliance is hosting a webinar on October 27 | Early Attachment: Why Emotional Bonds Matter
Attachment theory is among the most popular concepts in children’s mental health. Explore the stages of attachment, what secure attachment looks like, and the impact of insecure attachments with a licensed therapist. Part 1 in a 3-part series.
Register here

Attachment theory is among the most popular concepts in children’s mental health. Explore the stages of attachment, what secure attachment looks like, and the impact of insecure attachments in this one-hour webinar with a licensed therapist. Part 1 in a 3-part series. Meet the Instructor: Susan Da...

10/23/2025

Check out the first Mental Health Matters Symposium coming up this weekend! This event will feature Sergeant Lorna Garcia, Corey Lewis and Breanne Ward as panelists, an interactive simulation brought to us by Mindspring, and networking opportunities with mental health professionals. Let's come together to break the stigma and prioritize mental well-being. Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply curious about mental health, this event is for you. Mark your calendars and be part of this important conversation!

Pastors and Minister's Alliance welcome you to attend the 1st Annual Mental Health Matters event!