Cayuga Health and its partners within the Centralus Health system are conducting an awareness campaign throughout September to engage their communities and internal health teams to mark National Suicide Prevention Month.

“We’ll continue to build a healthier, more supportive community for all”

Health leaders set up information tables across the Centralus campuses, featuring items such as pins, bracelets, pens, and bags. The resources are designed to spark conversation, promote awareness, and show solidarity.

They also launched a cascading communication plan across all Cayuga and Arnot facilities to heighten the system’s initiative to prevent deaths by suicide. The efforts are being shared on The Pulse, an intranet reaching all members of the Centralus health system.

“This month is a meaningful opportunity to reaffirm our shared commitment to mental health and suicide prevention, and I’m confident that, through collaboration, we’ll continue to build a healthier, more supportive community for all,” said Andreia de Lima, Chief Medical Officer, Cayuga Health/Centralus Health.

“Conversation, awareness, and solidarity”

If you or someone you know feels the need to speak with a mental health professional, you can call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741-741.