BUILDING A RESILIENT BLAINE COUNTY!
Through increasing awareness, understanding, and action around suicide prevention.
The 5B Suicide Prevention Alliance
Uniting Communities for a Stronger Future
The 5B Suicide Prevention Alliance is building a resilient Blaine County through increasing awareness, understanding, and action around suicide prevention. We focus on educating our community about knowing and understanding the signs of emotional distress while promoting and emphasizing the importance of everyday healthy habits.
We offer FREE Workshops focused on recognizing warning signs & what to do in a mental health emergency.
Empowering Local Voices
what we do
Our strategy is to prevent suicide in our community through education and outreach. Please join us in our efforts to reduce stigma, create a common language, connect people to helping resources, and prevent suicides in our community. To date, we have provided free education to thousands of community members and partners, students, businesses, and churches.
#BETHE1TO
Recognize the SIGNS
1. ASK
2. BE THERE
3. HELP KEEP THEM SAFE
4. HELP THEM CONNECT
5. FOLLOW UP
P.A.L.M.
Putting time and distance between a person in crisis and lethal means—like firearms or medication—can reduce harm and help save lives.
Postvention
How a community responds to sudden loss can deeply impact the healing process and long-term resilience of those affected.
Sources of Strength
This program helps young people manage stress, build relationships, and strengthen mental well-being.
crisis Hotline
community outreach programs
The 5B Suicide Prevention Alliance is an essential initiative under the broader umbrella of The Crisis Hotline, focusing on addressing mental health challenges and preventing suicide in the Wood River Valley. As part of The Crisis Hotline, the Alliance unites community members, organizations, and leaders to foster awareness, provide education, and enhance resources for suicide prevention. Their collaborative efforts align with The Crisis Hotline's mission to offer 24/7 crisis support and intervention, ensuring that individuals in the region have access to life-saving help and mental health services when needed most.
Be a Part of The Solution
get involved
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Every 3rd Wednesday
9:00-10:15 AM
Community Campus/ Bullion Room
1050 Fox Acres Rd
Hailey, ID 83333
