Suicide Prevention

Northern Nevada veterans will have the opportunity this coming weekend to speak out about issues and concerns important to them during a Nevada Veterans Legislative Symposium.

(Editor’s Note: Shelley is a CHS Safe Schools Professional, School Social Worker III)

In an effort to address social and emotional needs of students, CHS is presenting the SOS (Signs of Suicide) Prevention Program.

Freshman health classes were the first reached in February. The JROTC students and health science classes are next.

Local Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) Branch No. 137 is proud to announce that its past president, Rick Athenour, will be installed as president of the West Coast Region on Jan. 10, 2018 at the Veterans Hall in Carson City.

RSVP Presents "Reaching For Zero", A Veteran Appreciation and Veteran Suicide Awareness Brunch. The event will be held Saturday, Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nevada Governor’s Mansion Nevada Room.

Carmen Rank, federal contractor to the Skyline Transition Assistance Advisor Program, is most recently known for her work in connecting all Nevada National Guard and reserve members to resources as well as benefits earned through military service.

Brooklyn Maw, herself a Carson High School graduate, has returned to lead the One Up Club at CHS. What does this say to the community of Carson City when a former student returns to become a positive influence at her alma mater, well it is the highest form of flattery and shows that CHS positively and lastingly impacts students’ lives.

Participants in the 5K Walk for Suicide Prevention walk through downtown Carson City Saturday morning to help raise awareness about suicide. Partnership Carson City, the Nevada Coalition for Suicide Prevention and the Nevada Office of Suicide Prevention co-host the event to educate the community about resources available for people suffering from depression and suicidal thoughts, as well as give support for their families.

I’m going to suggest that you keep this weekend’s plans flexible. There’s only a chance of rain, but the chance of it showing up at the wrong time is always high. The very early morning is best spent watching the hot air balloons against the Reno skyline, but you’ll probably want a sweater for the pre-dawn chill. Head up the hill to Virginia City this weekend. If you’ve never been to the annual International Camel Races, you’ve been missing out. Keep reading, there’s something for everyone on this list. Find your fun.

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Partnership Carson City is teaming up with the Nevada Coalition for Suicide Prevention and the Nevada Office of Suicide Prevention for Carson City’s third 5K Walk for Suicide Prevention. The walk will be 10 a.m. Sept. 9, beginning at the Bob McFadden Plaza, 223 W. Third St.

DAYTON — On Saturday, Sept. 9, more than a dozen communities throughout Nevada are participating in the annual Walk in Memory — Walk for Hope event. The goal of the event is to increase awareness of the effects suicide has on our nation and state, and to remember those who have been lost to suicide.

Dayton, Nevada – On Saturday, September 9, more than a dozen communities throughout Nevada are participating in the annual Walk in Memory - Walk for Hope event.

The goal of the event is to increase awareness of the effects suicide has on our nation and state, and to remember those who have been lost to suicide.

More than 50 school emergency response team members and administrators from the Carson City School District received training for the school district's Emergency Operations Plan Thursday, Aug. 10, at Carson Middle School.

Saturday May 20th, 2017, Carson Valley LGBTQIAP&Friends will be hosting Beth Schroeder, a representative from The Trevor Project, a suicide prevention program, at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall between 2 and 4 p.m.

This event is free to attend, 100 percent family friendly, and an LGBTQIAP inclusive safe space. Once the presentation has complete, The normally weekly scheduled Carson Valley LGBTQIAP&Friends meeting will commence and we would love to have a chance to meet more of our community!

As a sign of the good news that Misty Vaughan Allen and Kevin Burns were about to share Saturday at Western Nevada College (WNC), the weather remained dry and calm for the Third Annual Veterans Suicide Awareness March along West College Parkway.

Holy moly, it’s going to be a busy weekend: busy and gorgeous out. A bowling tournament and the Comstock Shootout Soccer tournament have the hotels and motels busting at the seams. Celebrate Earth Day with Muscle Powered by making a small piece of Carson City that much cleaner; the trash meets at 8 a.m. and leaves you plenty of time to enjoy the day. Rummage and book sales, live music, a fun run and a half-marathon, comedy and so much more await you. Check out the list for all the ways to embrace the sunshine.

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On Saturday, April 22, the Office of Suicide Prevention, the Nevada Coalition on Suicide Prevention, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness are sponsoring a free course on firearm safety in Carson City, with six types of gun locks available to those who attend.

Get your tickets now for the Annual Nowruz “New Year” Celebration Feast to benefit Veterans Healing Camp on Tuesday, March 21 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Casino Fandango Buffet Banquet Room in Carson City.

This casual and festive fundraiser features great food, music, dancing, silent auction and door prize. Nowruz is the ancient Persian “New Year” celebrated since 1700 B.C. that occurs on the first day of spring at the vernal equinox. Please treat your favorite veteran to a night on the town and support this great cause.

The Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties will have 3 guest speakers for their February breakfast meeting. The meeting is on Thurs February 9th at 9am at the Silver Springs Community Center.

Speakers include Lori Nichols from Foster Care Recruitment, and Sally Hazard from the Fernley office for the Advanced Foster Care Program. They will explain the pressing need for foster homes in the Lyon and Storey County region, and offer ways to help increase the number of foster parents.

Since taking over Partnership Carson City’s youth group One Up in September, Brooklyn Maw has seen it grow from seven members to 55.

"Verne Horton, President of the Sierra-Tahoe Branch #137 of the veterans organization - The Fleet Reserve Association(FRA presented a check for $1050.00 to Debbie Posnien, Executive Director and Alisa Merino, Program Coordinator of the Suicide Prevention Network of Douglas County. The check was presented on behalf of the Branch and its Ladies Auxiliary Unit, whose members, together, hosted events raising the funds to aid the Network's efforts in preventing suicide through support, education and advocacy.

Lyon County, Nevada – Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties recently welcomed ten AmeriCorps members who will serve communities throughout the Lyon County region during the 2016-2017 fiscal year. Christy McGill, director for Healthy Communities, explained that “all are Lyon County residents with a stellar history of volunteerism, selected due to their passion for helping others.”

A retired United States Marine gunnery sergeant has been named Nevada Veteran of the Month by the Nevada Office of Veterans Services (NOVS).

Frank Reynolds of Carson City was selected by nomination for his work serving fellow veterans both in the community and statewide.

The excitement at Carson High School right now is off the chart as every student prepares for Homecoming and all the fun and festivities that come along with its arrival. Beginning at 1 p.m., every student in the school hustled to the CHS big gym to prepare for and celebrate everything from the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes to the upcoming crowning of the 2016 Homecoming Queen and King.

Street Vibes and the Candy Dance are always the endcap to September. Arts and crafts take over the small hamlet of Genoa this weekend; get a jump on your holiday gift list. All the other corners of Northern Nevada are a playground for the thousands of motorcycle riders and enthusiasts here to enjoy the bike rally. Battle Born Harley on Research Way offers a huge party without ever leaving the valley. Those two events are hardly all that Carson City and our neighboring counties have to offer, however. Keep reading for more fun than you’ll know what to do with.

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The Fleet Reserve Association & Auxiliary - Sierra Tahoe Branch #137 were honored to Walk for Suicide Prevention Awareness Saturday, September 10th at Heritage Park in Gardnerville.

22 Veterans commit suicide each day in America, that's 65 lives per minute.

A Bingo event will be held Saturday evening, September 24, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. at the Veteran's Memorial Hall on 2nd and Curry Streets, Carson City. Help them raise funds for Suicide Prevention Awareness Network....lots of food and fun with a great group of people.

Welcome to the weekend, Carson City. Happenings, going-ons, and to-dos can be found all over. Early birds catch the Great Reno Balloon Race, while night owls can enjoy karaoke and live music. Kids won’t want to miss out on the Young Eagle flights at the Carson Airport, just make sure to get there on time. Learn about Roswell at the WNC Observatory or meet Author Sandie LaNae at Artsy Fartsy. Our valley offers something for everyone, keep reading and see.

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Suicide Prevention Week culminates Saturday with the 10th annual "Walk in Memory, Walk for Hope" observances held in Carson City, Dayton, Gardnerville, Yerington, Fallon and nine communities statewide.

Nevada ranks 5th in the nation in its rate of suicide deaths. Suicide is the 8th leading cause of death in Nevada and the 10th leading cause of death in the United States with one suicide occurring on average every 12.3 minutes. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among Nevadans 15 to 34-year-olds, according to state health officials.

Suicide Prevention Week for 2016 is set for Sept. 5-11 with the 10th annual "Walk in Memory, Walk for Hope" held on Sept. 10 in Carson City, Dayton, Gardnerville, Yerington, Fallon and other communities statewide.

Community health service agencies and providers from around the area will be in one place Saturday, Aug. 6 during the second annual “Hand Up” Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mills Park Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City.

Community health service agencies and providers from around the area will be in one place Saturday, Aug. 6 during the second annual “Hand Up” Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mills Park Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City.