suicide prevention

The OurHAIR initiative, started by Community Care Behavioral Health Organization, trains hair professionals on the basics of mental health, including where to send clients for help when they need it beyond the listening ear of their braider or barber.

Wayne/Pike Northeast Suicide Prevention Initiative (NSPI) will host the annual Wayne/Pike Suicide Prevention Walk. The walk will be held this Saturday, Sept. 26 at Wallenpaupack Area High School in Hawley.

The Lackawanna County school district launched the Sources of Strength program this year. Fifth and sixth grade students serve as peer advisers.