Cory Rivard, Jr. Promise Foundation

09/17/2026

09/09/2026

9/8 is 988 Day. It’s an easy number to remember and an important one to know. The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing a mental health, su***de, or substance use crisis.

Call or text 988 anytime to connect with a trained crisis counselor. Save it in your phone. Share it with someone you care about. Know it’s there if you ever need it.

06/17/2026

Did you know? Verbiage around mental health can actually affect those struggling.
When referring to an Individual who has lost their life to su***de, it's better to say that individual "died by su***de" instead of "committed su***de." The change in verbiage makes a larger impact on saving lives!

Research proves that the term "committed: has a negative connotation attached to it, making people who are in crisis feel guilty for their feelings. If someone feels like they will be met with shame instead of comfort and understanding when reaching out for help, they may never actually take the steps to receive help.

Don't worry, if you've used the term "committed" in the past, IT"S OKAY! Safe language is something we have to learn about.

02/11/2026

01/03/2026

It’s out with the old and in with the new all 2026. 🙌

09/18/2025

💛 It’s National Su***de Prevention Week — a time to raise awareness, break the stigma, and remind one another that help and hope are always within reach. One of the most powerful ways to prevent su***de is by starting the conversation. Talking openly about mental health doesn’t increase risk — it saves lives. 💬

Here are 3 ways you can support someone who may be struggling:
1️⃣ Listen without judgment. Sometimes, being heard makes all the difference.
2️⃣ Ask directly if they’re okay. Showing you care can open the door to hope.
3️⃣ Encourage professional support. Offer to help them connect with a counselor, trusted adult, or resources.

When we replace silence with understanding, and stigma with compassion, we can save lives. Together, let’s make sure no one feels alone. 💙

***dePreventionWeek

09/06/2025

Taking care of yourself is never selfish.