Lucas County Suicide Prevention

Lucas County Suicide Prevention Vision: a community coalition, open to all, working together for life It meets to discuss prevention activities and to exchange information.

Strategy: The Lucas County Suicide Prevention Coalition seeks the elimination of all suicide attempts and completions in Lucas County. The larger coalition is comprised of citizens from the community interested in preventing suicides/attempts. The leadership Board meets more frequently and sets the agenda for the coalition and develops multiple activities aimed at eliminating suicides in Lucas County. It is comprised of leaders in suicide prevention, survivors of suicide and professional staff who value collaboration and consensus decision making as a means of fulfilling its mission

Check out some awesome training opportunities below!!
02/19/2026

Check out some awesome training opportunities below!!

is your chance to level up your impact!

This March, we’re hosting two interactive webinars designed to spark meaningful conversations about problem gambling, raise awareness about support resources, and highlight effective prevention and treatment strategies.

Join our award-winning Gambling Treatment team on March 10 and March 17 to earn CEUs, and learn practical ways to better support your local community.

Register now: https://linktr.ee/zepfcenter

02/17/2026
02/12/2026

It's okay not to be okay. Help is always available if you or someone you love is having a hard time, or for those struggling with mental health or substance use challenges.

❤️ Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

02/11/2026

AI is changing how kids interact online—bringing both opportunities and risks. Parents, stay informed, set boundaries, and co-explore these tools with your child. Together, we can protect youth well-being and prevent harm!

02/09/2026

Reminder: The coalition will be meeting tonight from 5pm-6:30pm at NAMI located at 4334 Secor Rd.

Our guest speaker will be Elijah Jones with the Mental Health Recovery Services Board. He will be discussing
the stigma surrounding su***de.

1 CEU will be provided for counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists! PLEASE BRING YOUR LICENSE NUMBER!

02/06/2026

Provider Gap: Only 5% of therapists in the United States are Black, making it harder for many to find culturally affirming care.

Diagnostic Disparities: Black individuals are more likely to be misdiagnosed with severe conditions like schizophrenia w...
02/05/2026

Diagnostic Disparities: Black individuals are more likely to be misdiagnosed with severe conditions like schizophrenia when presenting with depression.

Youth Crisis: Su***de rates among Black youth are increasing faster than any other racial/ethnic group, with more than o...
02/04/2026

Youth Crisis: Su***de rates among Black youth are increasing faster than any other racial/ethnic group, with more than one-third of elementary school-aged su***des involving Black children.

In 2026, Black Americans face significant mental health disparities, with adults being 20% more likely to report serious...
02/03/2026

In 2026, Black Americans face significant mental health disparities, with adults being 20% more likely to report serious psychological distress than white adults. Despite higher needs, only 1 in 3 Black adults with mental illness receive treatment, often due to systemic racism, stigma, and limited access to culturally competent care.

02/03/2026
You're invited to the next Coalition meeting: When: Monday February 9th Time: 5pm-6:30pm Where: NAMI Greater Toledo 4334...
02/02/2026

You're invited to the next Coalition meeting:

When: Monday February 9th
Time: 5pm-6:30pm
Where: NAMI Greater Toledo 4334 Secor Rd.

Come join us as we discuss prevention strategies for su***de!
Hope to see you there!!!

The 2026 meeting schedule is also listed for reference.

Address

2200 Jefferson Avenue
Toledo, OH
43604

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Strategy: The Lucas County Su***de Prevention Coalition seeks the elimination of all su***de attempts and completions in Lucas County. The larger coalition is comprised of citizens from the community interested in preventing su***des/attempts. It meets to discuss prevention activities and to exchange information. The leadership Board meets more frequently and sets the agenda for the coalition and develops multiple activities aimed at eliminating su***des in Lucas County. It is comprised of leaders in su***de prevention, survivors of su***de and professional staff who value collaboration and consensus decision making as a means of fulfilling its mission

The Lucas County Su***de Prevention Coalition, partners with Mercy Health is grant funded through the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board.