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On August 25, 2026, SPC Co-Chair Annette Peters-Ruvolo and Coalition members Angela Jacobs of the 988 Call Center and Maria Idoni of AFSP sat down with Westchester County's Communication Director Catherine Cioffi for an episode of the County's podcast, Westchester Explained.
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In this episode we recognize the County's Suicide Prevention Month efforts in advance of 988 Day on September 8 by taking a closer look at the resources, support and people working to prevent suicide here in Westchester County.
We sat down to discuss the warning signs and misconceptions surrounding suicide, how we can better support someone who may be struggling, the importance of breaking the stigma around conversations about mental health -- and what it means when they say "it's okay not to be okay."
Join us as we discuss how awareness, conversation and knowing where to turn for help can save lives.
Click on the image above or find the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
The Gimbels Screening - August 2026
THE GIMBELS: WHAT DOES A BICYCLE HAVE TO DO WITH SAVING A LIFE?
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On August 26, 2026, DCMH’s Commissioner Michael Orth joined SPC Co-Chair Annette Peters-Ruvolo, AFSP’s Maria Idoni, NAMIWestchester’s Marie Considine and Lead Pastor Wayne Francis at the Bedford Playhouse for the screening of The Gimbels, a powerful documentary sponsored by Life Church New York. Beautifully filmed by Director Rich Perez and deeply heartfelt, The Gimbels is a story about healing, human connection, and the quiet ways people keep one another moving forward. Attend The Gimbels Premiere 9/18/26 at Life Church in Mamaroneck – trailer & details are here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Eh9Bvx1Ar/
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Chalk the Walk, Let's Talk 2026 !
Thank you to all those who sponsored, facilitated, promoted or created submissions for this year's Chalk the Walk, Let's Talk campaign. This year we more than DOUBLED last year's number of submissions with a total of 179 chalk art expressions! IMPRESSIVE!
Though our formal campaign for 2026 has ended, talking about mental health and suicide prevention is vital all year 'round! Click here for helpful tips and tools to run your own Chalk the Walk, Let's Talk event!
Check out the 2026 Submissions Here!
Our Mission
The mission of the Westchester County Suicide Prevention Coalition is to increase awareness, decrease stigma, and implement and support efforts throughout Westchester County aimed at suicide prevention.
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