La Grande — Welcome to “Your Life Matters,” a special project from Elkhorn Media Group, where we embark on a journey of compassion, understanding and hope. In this space, we aim to shed light on a topic that often remains in the shadows: suicide awareness. Here, we believe that through the power of conversation, we can break down the stigma surrounding mental health and create a community of support for those who need it most.
Each month, we share personal stories of resilience, expert insights, and practical strategies for navigating the complexities of mental health. Our goal is to foster empathy, dispel myths, and offer a ray of hope to those suffering.
Garrett Christensen recently spoke with two representatives from the Center for Human Development, Daisy Duren, Director of Clinical Operations, and Chris Evans, Director of Community Relations and Marketing, this week to discuss the mental health challenges facing youth in Union County and the resources CHD provides to area children and parents.
You can listen to the full interview by clicking the audio link below.
For more information about CHD youth activities, please visit https://www.chdinc.org/activity-groups. These activities are open to all youth in Union County. Pre-registration is not required, but is encouraged at https://www.chdinc.org/activity-groups.
More information and resources from CHD can also be found at https://www.chdinc.org/
Next month we will be speaking with Gabe Maldonado of the Baker County Sheriff’s Office. You can watch our previous interview here: https://elkhornmediagroup.com/your-life-matters-part-5-a-look-at-suicide-prevention-awareness-for-veterans/.
Remember, you are not alone. Call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 for help. The 988 Lifeline provides free, confidential 24/7 support to those in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for U.S. professionals. Local resources also include New Directions Northwest in Baker County (541-519-7126) and the Center for Human Development in Union County (541-962-8800, option 6).
