Bucks County Suicide Prevention Task Force

Bucks County Suicide Prevention Task Force Working hard to reduce deaths by suicide through advocacy, education, prevention, and postvention.

Caring for a loved one with a mental illness can be one of the most compassionate and challenging roles you’ll ever take...
01/30/2026

Caring for a loved one with a mental illness can be one of the most compassionate and challenging roles you’ll ever take on. As a caregiver, you’re not only managing daily tasks, you’re often the emotional anchor, advocate, and support system.

While no two experiences are the same, here are key strategies that can help you provide effective, compassionate care without losing sight of your own well-being. https://holdonyoumatter.com/how-to-be-a-caregiver-for-someone-with-a-mental-illness-8-essential-strategies/

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Taking care of mental health at work isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. When we protect our well-being, we show up more focu...
01/28/2026

Taking care of mental health at work isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. When we protect our well-being, we show up more focused, creative, and resilient. Taking breaks, setting boundaries, and asking for support helps prevent burnout and builds healthier teams. A workplace that supports mental health supports people—and people do their best work when they’re well. 💙

Have you marked your calendar for our Hold On You Matter Spring Walk yet!? Come out on Saturday, April 25th at the Bucks...
01/27/2026

Have you marked your calendar for our Hold On You Matter Spring Walk yet!? Come out on Saturday, April 25th at the Bucks County Community College Upper Bucks Campus, and you can register today! 💜

We're looking back at pics from last year and already can't wait for April!

❄️Snow is on the way, neighbors❄️ Before heading out, please check local store hours—many neighborhood shops may close e...
01/24/2026

❄️Snow is on the way, neighbors❄️

Before heading out, please check local store hours—many neighborhood shops may close early or adjust schedules as the storm approaches. A quick call or social media check can save you an unnecessary trip on slick roads. If you need essentials, plan ahead and head out early.

During the storm, stay home if you can, avoid travel, charge devices, and bring pets inside. When the snow clears, let’s look out for one another—check on elderly neighbors, help shovel sidewalks, share supplies, and lend a hand where needed. Small acts make a big difference. Stay safe, stay warm, and thank you for being a caring community.

Self-love isn’t selfish—it’s essential. 🤍When you treat yourself with kindness, set healthy boundaries, and honor your n...
01/22/2026

Self-love isn’t selfish—it’s essential. 🤍
When you treat yourself with kindness, set healthy boundaries, and honor your needs, you build resilience, reduce stress, and strengthen your mental wellness from the inside out.

Start small. Speak kindly to yourself today. ✨

Make a Difference on this Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Your community needs you.💜💙If you or anyone you know is experienci...
01/19/2026

Make a Difference on this Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Your community needs you.
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If you or anyone you know is experiencing thoughts of su***de:
Please call
National Su***de Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
National de Prevencion del Suicidio: 1-888-628-9454
Crisis Text Line: Text "BCHOPE" to 741-741
Veteran’s Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 press 1
Bucks County Crisis Line: 1-800-499-7455
Reach the Nearest Crisis Center to You
First Responder Support Team: 267-839-5400


Winter can be a challenging season for mental health. For someone already struggling, winter may intensify feelings of ...
01/16/2026

Winter can be a challenging season for mental health. For someone already struggling, winter may intensify feelings of sadness, anxiety, loneliness, or exhaustion. Often, the people around them want to help, but don’t know how.

The good news is that meaningful support doesn’t have to be grand or perfectly worded. Small, consistent acts of care can make a powerful difference. Here are simple, thoughtful ways to support someone who may be struggling mentally this winter. https://holdonyoumatter.com/small-ways-to-support-someone-struggling-mentally-this-winter/

01/14/2026

Register today for Youth Mental Health First Aid Training, presented by the Bucks County Su***de Prevention Task Force, Bucks County Developmental Programs and Lenape Valley Foundation!

This free course – held in person at Lenape Valley Foundation on Tuesday, January 27 – teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges. Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=NcvMSnp2c0aiWtPTdy6YH37LdCmYiXNDmTMZCs7mb6JUMEZVWVJGTDJJUzNTOFZDMDRYNUFXNzdJVi4u&route=shorturl

Our emotions are an expression of how we feel at the fleeting moment in time. They are not forever. Pain, anxiety, or sa...
01/12/2026

Our emotions are an expression of how we feel at the fleeting moment in time. They are not forever. Pain, anxiety, or sadness won't last, and better days will come, even if quietly.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing thoughts of su***de:
Please call:
National Su***de Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
National de Prevencion del Suicidio: 1-888-628-9454
Crisis Text Line: Text "BCHOPE" to 741-741
Veteran’s Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 press 1
Bucks County Crisis Line: 1-800-499-7455
Reach the Nearest Crisis Center to You
First Responder Support Team: 267-839-5400

Winter can be a hard time to keep our mood boosted. And you can't pour from an empty cup. Take time to fill your own cup...
01/10/2026

Winter can be a hard time to keep our mood boosted. And you can't pour from an empty cup. Take time to fill your own cup first. Wynonna Judd said it perfectly with "You have to fill your cup. You then give away the overflowing, but you keep a cupful for yourself".

A new year doesn't have to mean a whole new you. But if you're interested in making some changes for the better, there a...
01/08/2026

A new year doesn't have to mean a whole new you. But if you're interested in making some changes for the better, there are always resolutions to help your mental health even in small ways.
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OUR DATE IS SET! 🤗 The Hold On You Matter Spring Walk is taking place on Saturday, April 25th at the Bucks County Commun...
01/08/2026

OUR DATE IS SET! 🤗 The Hold On You Matter Spring Walk is taking place on Saturday, April 25th at the Bucks County Community College Upper Bucks Campus, and registration is already open!

There will be food trucks, 50/50 raffles and baskets, fun music, games and activities, and so much more! And most importantly, tons of resources on mental health and su***de prevention, along with speakers and survivors telling their stories.

We look forward to this event every year, and we can't wait to spend it with you all 💜

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