Help for Adults
Most people who contemplate suicide don’t really want to die; they want the pain to stop. You, as a friend, can offer healing balm to someone who is desperately troubled. Again, you’re not responsible for the actions of your friends, but you can do your part to encourage and aid.
We’re here to help – you are not alone in this.
Did you know that most suicides happen among those age 65 and over? Between failing health, loneliness, depression and a perceived lack of purpose, many seniors have trouble coping with the later years. Be alert to the signs that an elderly person is struggling.