Tag Archive: #suicide

Message on Assisted Suicide from Catholic Bishops of Illinois

A BETTER WAY FORWARD A Message on Assisted Suicide from the Catholic Bishops of Illinois Legislation has been introduced to legalize assisted suicide in Illinois. SB 3499 makes it legal for a physician to prescribe an array of lethal drugs [read more...]

Euthanasia/Assisted Suicide FAQ

Below are Frequently Asked Questions about Euthanasia/Assisted Suicide. Does this mean that I am left to suffer endlessly? Not at all. No one is obligated to take on treatments which will only extend life but do not offer hope of [read more...]

September is Suicide Awareness Month

September is Suicide Awareness Month. Here is information on signs to look for, what to do, and who to call get help, for yourself or a loved one who may be contemplating suicide or dealing with loss. Click the graphic [read more...]

Opposing Assisted Suicide Training

Legislation that seeks to legalize assisted-suicide is coming to Illinois. You can learn how to talk to lawmakers and oppose this legislation. Join Bob Gilligan, Executive Director, Catholic Conference of Illinois, and Dawn Fitzpatrick, Senior Coordinator, Human Dignity/Solidarity, Archdiocese of Chicago, [read more...]

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the new Suicide & Crisis Lifeline which is now active throughout the U.S. When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to [read more...]

Suicide Stops Here!

Save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide by joining the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Out of the Darkness Walk. Our multi-Parish Mental Health Awareness ministry (including St. Edna, St. James and Our Lady of the Wayside), [read more...]

Dial 988 for Mental Health Support

Beginning July 16, anyone experiencing a mental health crisis, emotional distress, or suicidal thoughts is encouraged to call, text, or chat 988. You’ll be connected to trained counselors who will listen, provide support, and connect you to resources if necessary. [read more...]

LOSS Quilt on Display

Our Lady of the Wayside’s Mental Health Ministry will be displaying a quilt from the LOSS Program in the Gathering Place foyer.  LOSS, the Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide, provides a warm, nurturing network of other survivors, educates members [read more...]

5 Warning Signs of Suicide

If you, or someone you care about, shows some of these signs, don’t dismiss it. Seek help.   **For a list of excellent resources, visit Our Lady of the Wayside’s Meeting Mental Health with Grace resources page: CLICK HERE.

How to Support Someone Who Might Have Suicidal Thoughts

Meghan Markle’s revelation last year that she’d had suicidal thoughts and attempted to get help was a reminder that those feelings can affect anyone and that everyone needs support. The Duchess of Sussex revealed to Oprah Winfrey that she was [read more...]