Suicide and Depression affects us all in different ways
Whether you're feeling depressed, worried about a loved one, or missing someone who meant the world to you, help is just a click away. Please look over the resources below and if you don't find what you seek, please call or text “talk” to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
Overcoming Thoughts of Suicide
Tomorrow will be brighter when you choose hope today. Contact our partners at Colorado Crisis Services and speak to a peer or a professionally trained counselor today, call or text “talk” to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
Useful information and survivor stories can also be found at:
Tools for Coping and Resilience
If you are feeling a constant tension between trying to protect your career, your loved ones, and provide for your family, you are not alone. Here are some resources to help you through this unprecedented time:
Honoring the Loss of a Loved One
When you’ve lost someone you love to suicide life can become obscured in darkness. SpeakUp ReachOut’s partners will guide you back to the light.
• Pay tribute to a lost loved one in our Lasting Memories Gallery
Showing Concern for Someone at Risk
Everyone can clearly see the pain of a physical injury, but it’s the trauma we hold inside that hurts the most. If you believe that a loved one is at risk of dying by suicide, click here for helpful tools.
Loss Support
Care Package
If someone you know is grieving the loss of a loved one, a free care package is a great way to show them you care. Simply fill out the form linked below and SpeakUp ReachOut will deliver a thoughtful gift at no cost to help them during this difficult time. Our care packages include:
• Suicide Loss and Self-care Resources
• Book about suicide loss
• Dragonfly Journal
Coping with a Personal Suicide Attempt
Sometimes we keep our emotions to ourselves because it’s so hard to explain how we feel. Find the words you’ve been searching for and discover ways to combat the pain.
Helping Loved Ones Heal from a Suicide Attempt
When someone you love is struggling with thoughts of suicide, the worst place to be stuck is inside your own head. Here are some resources to help you support them through this challenging time.
Staying LGBTQ+ Strong
We all need love and reassurance, especially when times are tough. Depression is a feeling so much worse than sadness — it’s a dark and empty place no one else seems to understand. But the truth is, we understand it, and every member of our community matters.
• Trevor Project- For Young LGBTQ lives
• Trans Lifeline / or call (877) 565-8860
Talking Responsibly About Suicide
Dismissing another’s pain with “You’re fine” or “It will be okay” only compounds their loneliness. People want to be heard — and loved. Make time for those you care about by asking gentle questions and empathizing with their circumstances. You’ll be surprised by what you learn.
Educating Yourself and Others
Did you know that Colorado has the 9th highest suicide rate in the country? Depression is not a choice, but helping others through it is. Get involved with SpeakUp ReachOut today and get reconnected with those you love.
Manning Up and Speaking Out
Sometimes things aren’t okay, and pretending that everything is fine only gets us so far. When you’re exhausted but can’t sleep, check out this incredible resource just for men:
