2020 Another Day Campaign for Suicide Prevention

100% of registration proceeds stay in our community.

ALL funds raised for the Walk for Suicide Prevention are used to support Mental Health America of Fredericksburg's Suicide Prevention Education program.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death in kids and teens ages 10 to 19 in the United States. Depression and suicidal tendencies can go undetected by friends and family members. It is important that we all learn the signs and symptoms of depression in ourselves and our peers and, most importantly, what to do about it. The Another Day campaign and the Walk for Suicide Prevention exists to raise funds to support suicide prevention education in our communities middle and high schools.

By registering for the Another Day Walk for Suicide Prevention, you are making a contribution to support the Suicide Prevention Education program. Thank you for taking the first step in stopping suicide in our community!

We want to also acknowledge our sponsors who have enabled us to hold this event again this year: Wegmans, Bouchard & Associates, the Teddy Fund through the Community Foundation for the Rappahannock River Region and the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board.

Participants receive access to our Another Day Speaker Series held nightly at 7 pm.

Speaker Series Schedule:

Saturday, September 5th at 7pm

Gary “Trey” Taylor, LCSW

Uphold 31:8

UPHOLD 31:8, LLC IS A CONSULTING AGENCY THAT FOCUSES ON. EDUCATING THE WORLD ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH VIA EDUCATION, TRAININGS, ADVOCACY, PANEL DISCUSSIONS, WORK-GROUPS, COMMITTEES AND SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS.

Title: A Crisis in the Black Community

Blurb: A in depth discussion on the effects of generational trauma on the Black community and how it affects the social climate today.

Sunday, September 6th at 7pm

Heather Hagaman, Director of Trauma and Addictions Recovery

Maryam Ovissi, a certified yoga therapist, author and writer. She just published a new book: Care of The Whole Self - Access clear and simple tools to interject into your day for rest, meditation, and the regulation of stress and anxiety.

Title: Befriending Yourself with Yoga

Conversation with Maryam and Heather

Join Heather Hagaman and Maryam Ovissi, both trauma-informed yoga therapists at Beloved Yoga to learn how essential it is to find small and accessible ways to Befriend Yourself during challenging times. With over 40 years of combined experience, we have learned effective tools to navigate difficult times. Join us to be inspired and learn small, easy ways to take care of your whole self.

Monday, September 7th at 7 pm

Jordan Alpert, MHAF Suicide Prevention Education Coordinator

Title: Survivor Stigma: You are not alone

Those are survivors of suicide often feel isolated in their grief because of the stigma that surrounds suicide and the act of completing suicide. Stigma can come in many forms such as blame, social avoidance, shame, and the inability to process their grief.

We are going to talk about ways to cope with a loss as a result of suicide and ways to help reduce stigma amongst survivors—you are not alone and you do not have to hide your grief.

Tuesday, September 8th at 7 pm

Dan Goodwin C.D.F.A

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
Financial Advisor

Title: Guardianship and Powers of Attorney for the Special Needs Family (could pertain to adoptions, divorce and elder care).

Synopsis: 1 in 5 families have a special needs family member. Many care givers do not fully understand what happens when that family member turns 18 and becomes an adult in the eyes of the law. This workshop will help explain some of those circumstances as well as how you the caregiver can protect your loved one!

Wednesday, September 9th at 7 pm

Mary Mannhardt, LPC

Title: "Client to Clinician: Moments on my Path"

Mary Mannhardt, LPC has been in private practice at Grace Counseling since 2014. She is passionate about her work doing individual, family, and relationship counseling. Mary brings a wealth of both personal and professional experiences as she specializes in Christian counseling and mood disorders. She will share her story" Client to Clinician: Moments on my Path" on Sept 9th.

Thursday, September 10th at 7 pm

Antaysia Nance, LCSW

Title: Am I CRAZY? Learning the truth about Mental Health and managing stress

Summary: In this discussion, Antaysia Nance, LCSW will discuss the importance of taking control of our mental health and building a healthy relationship with our inner selves. She will also share 3 of her own personal strategies for self care.

Friday, September 11th at 7 pm

Angela Rivers- United Methodist Family Services

Title: “I Never Wanted You”.

A personal story relating to mental health in teenagers and the importance of a strong support system to truly help adolescents be the best version of themselves.