Tag: Suicide
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Championing Hope: Perri Jones’ Suicide Prevention Journey
Perri Jones from Sahuarita actively took part in the Out of the Darkness Walk organized by the American Federation for Suicide Prevention on October 14 at Reid Park in Tucson. Jones has dedicated herself to this fundraising and awareness initiative since 2018, back when she resided in California. Her involvement in Southern Arizona’s walks began…
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Pima’s Senior Suicides Are Up 11% Over Past 5 Years
In a world that’s constantly evolving, one thing remains clear: the value of life and the importance of mental health cannot be understated. The recent statistics about suicide rates among individuals aged 60 and older in Pima County may be alarming, but they also serve as a rallying point for us to collectively address this…