If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call or text 988.
Thank you for supporting Suicide Prevention with CYN Counseling Center!
You helped us successfully raise more than $50,000 for programs and services!
Save the Date NOW for next year’s Masquerade Gala: Friday, September 27, 2024
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Presented By
Champion Sponsor
Leader Sponsors
Provider Sponsors
Underwriters
Did You Know?
- Last year, Lake County alone saw a 14% increase in attempts at suicide, and that number taunts us with the potential to grow
- Last year, deaths by suicide increased by 6% in Lake County
- Deaths by Suicide out number homicide in Lake County more than 3 to 1
- For every death by suicide, an estimated 8 to 10 lives are severely impacted
- Men are significantly more likely to die by suicide than women, though women statistically have more attempts than men.
- Nationally for ages 10 to 17, suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for males and the 2nd leading cause of death for females
- Veteran death by suicide rate has increased 6.3%, with the majority having never seen combat
Last year’s Inaugural “Behind the Mask” Suicide Prevention Masquerade was a great success! Thank you for all who participated.
For more information, email Janet Gow, Director of Development at [email protected] or call 847.548.6000 ext. 080.