Second Wind Fund exists to help youth at risk for suicide access professional counseling services by removing financial and social barriers.

Suicide is the leading cause of death for youth in Colorado. Recent data indicate that within one school year, 1 in 5 Colorado high school students (17%) reported seriously considering suicide. The Second Wind Fund believes that open, honest communication about the pervasiveness of suicide is critical to reducing its incidence.

If you know a youth at risk for suicide, it’s important to remember that treatment works and recovery is possible.

I am grateful to be part of the netwoek of licensed mental health care providers who provide support through Second Wind Fund.

Find more information about the Second Wind Fund HERE.

A youth, parent or guardian, or any other youth-serving professional (teacher, counselor, coach) can submit an online referral to access support.

Second Wind Fund fully covers the cost of 12-20 sessions of therapy for youth ages 19 and younger who are at risk for suicide.

Risk factors include: suicidal ideation, statements, or attempt; victim of bullying; divorce or family changes; financial insecurity; LGBTQ+ youth; lack of access to mental health care; other financial or social barriers.

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate assistance, contact:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call 988 or text TALK to 8255

Colorado Crisis Services
https://coloradocrisisservices.org/

Trevor Project
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Trans Lifeline
1-877-565-8860
https://translifeline.org/