
Suicide & Mental Health Awareness
Mental Health & Suicide Awareness walks have been a large part of our groups awareness focus. Walks have been held in Cochrane, Mondovi and Durand, WI.
We are looking forward to announcing the 2022 Awareness Walk location soon!
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WHY WE WALK:
In remembrance of those we have lost, in honor of those who survived and alongside of those who are still struggling.

Community Involvement
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Donations to our group have allowed us to purchase:
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One Mental Health First Aid Training program to be taught throughout the tri-county community.
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2 QPR (question- persuade-refer) certified trainings that will allow Hope 4 U members to present QPR gatekeeper public training
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Wristbands, wallet cards, and prevention booklets for distribution to local businesses', Buffalo & Pepin County police departments and health and human services departments.
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Materials to launch Emotions Anonymous Group
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Hope 4 U Resource tables have been set up at numerous community events.​
School Involvement
Approaching 2nd annual HS Senior Scholarships
SOS (signs of suicide) program purchased for Buffalo County H&HS Dept. to present in person or virtually to Buffalo County Schools
Inspirational Banners, wallet cards, wristbands and bookmarks distributed to schools as well.
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Awareness presentations presented during Buffalo County 8th, 10th & Senior Days.
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Buffalo County Partnership Council attendee
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Resources & Programs offered on behalf of Hope 4 U
Wallet Cards
Suicide Prevention booklets, wrist bands, bookmarks
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Educational Courses Offered:
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QPR training for group sizes of 30 or less,
Mental Health First Aid training for group sizes of 15 or less-; Responder Strong Mental Health Curriculum; multiple sessions will be offered throughout the year
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Links to mental health services offered in our communities, compiled by Hope 4 U member research and public advertisement.
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