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[LISTEN] Community Matters – Victoria Patti And Ann Rosenthal Discuss Kevin Hines’ Documentary

WRFA Radio — Tue, 01 May 2018 17:17:59 +0000

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Originally airing Thursday, April 26 2018.

JAMESTOWN, NY – WRFA’s Jason Sample interviews Victoria Patti, Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention Coordinator/Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Ann Rosenthal from Chautauqua Tapestry about the upcoming screening of the Kevin Hines’ documentary “Suicide: The Ripple Effect” – showing in Fredonia on Wednesday, May 2 and in Jamestown on Thursday, May 3 (in the Scharmann Theatre on the campus of Jamestown Community College at 7 p.m.).

The film focuses on the devastating effects of suicide and the tremendous positive ripple effects of advocacy, inspiration, and hope that are helping millions heal and stay alive. The documentary highlights the story of Kevin Hines, who at age 19, attempted to take his life by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge. Today, Kevin is a world-renowned mental health advocate, motivational speaker, and author who travels the globe spreading his message of hope, recovery, and wellness. Kevin has visited Chautauqua County twice to share his message; we are excited to have the opportunity to show his continued message again this May.

Attendees under the age of 18 should be accompanied by an adult due to strong language and content.

The public is invited to arrive an hour prior to the screenings for refreshments, mingling, and a local information table fair.

The screenings of “Suicide: The Ripple Effect” are sponsored by the Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention, the Division of Engagement & Economic Development at the State University of New York at Fredonia, Jamestown Community College, The Resource Center, Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene, and Chautauqua Tapestry.

This film is part of a global mission to help reduce the number of suicides and suicide attempts around the world. Through sharing stories of survival and recovery we are creating significant awareness of this health crisis, while helping people find the support they need to stay alive, heal and #BeHereTomorrow!

More information about the documentary and Kevin Hines can be found at SuicideTheRippleEffect.com.

[LISTEN] Community Matters – Mental Health Advocate and Public Speaker Kevin Hines

WRFA Radio — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 15:09:13 +0000

Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017.

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WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Mental Health advocate Kevin Hines in advance of his appearance in Chautauqua County for Suicide Prevention Week.

At 19 years of age, two years after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Hines attempted to take his own life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. His is one of only 34 people to survive the fall. He uses his story as part of his effort to spread the message of living mentally healthy.

Hines will speak at SUNY Fredonia at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21 and at SUNY JCC at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21.

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Chautauqua County Suicide Prevention Week Begins with Kick Off Event Monday Night at Chautauqua Mall

WRFA Radio — Mon, 18 Sep 2017 13:59:55 +0000

LAKEWOOD – September is national suicide prevention month, and several local organizations have partnered together to bring Chautauqua County Suicide Prevention Week (Sept. 18-23) to the community, starting Monday night at the Chautauqua Mall and continuing through Saturday.

The theme for the week is “Be the 1 to Reach Out a Hand” with a variety of local events planned by the Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention for families, youth, and the community to enjoy and to help spread suicide awareness throughout the Chautauqua Region.

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“The Be The 1 To Reach Out a Hand Suicide Prevention Week will include activities and presentations to engage the community in continuing education and suicide prevention efforts in Chautauqua County,” said Patricia Brinkman, County Mental Hygiene Director. “Recognizing the warning signs of suicide and learning to take the important steps to start a conversation with a loved one who is at risk are some of the first steps in breaking down the stigma associated with talking about suicide and mental health. Please be the one to reach out a hand. Be brave and ask for help and when someone reaches out to you. Reach back offering your support and a connection.”

Highlighting the week is a kick-off event Monday at 6 p.m. inside the Chautauqua Mall, where local partners will discuss the importance of suicide awareness.

Also on Thursday, September 21, brain health and mental health advocate Kevin Hines will be sharing his story and message at events at the Williams Center at SUNY Fredonia in the morning and at the Scharmann Theatre at JCC in the evening. Hines is one of only 36 people to survive a jump from the Goden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. More than 17 years later, he tours the country to share his message of living mentally healthy and to help others dealing with the issue of suicide.

And on Saturday, the 6th annual Jamestown Out of the Darkness Walk will also take place at the Northwest Arena in Jamestown.

Other events throughout the week include a family and youth paint night, anti-bullying and wellness rock painting for kids, a safeTALK (suicide alertness for everyone) Training, a poetry slam, and several awareness tie-dye events.

All events are open to the public and free of charge.

“As an Alliance, we provide opportunities in which the community can come together to talk about mental health and what is available for support in our area. We strive to create a community culture in which we feel comfortable in talking about mental health openly and honestly in order to receive the support and resources necessary to work towards wellness,” said Victoria Patti, Alliance Coordinator. “We hope that this partnership for Chautauqua County Suicide Prevention Week serves as a way to reach those we might not have had the opportunity to in the past and to help decrease stigma while giving community members a positive outlet to get involved, remember those that have been lost to suicide, and create network of resources,” continued Victoria.

For more information about Chautauqua County Suicide Prevention Week, visit the Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention on Facebook or contact Victoria Patti at (716) 753-4519 or pattiv@co.chautauqua.ny.us.