Here Tomorrow, a nonprofit organization based in Neptune Beach, has joined with the Jacksonville Jaguars to increase awareness about suicide prevention. During National Suicide Prevention Month in September, the organizations placed signage with QR codes in all 155 bathrooms at EverBank Stadium, Daily’s Place, and Miller Electric Center. These QR codes direct individuals seeking support to the Here Tomorrow community.
Here Tomorrow was founded by Joe Kenney after his son Gary died by suicide in 2019. The organization provides free mental health support services without barriers such as cost or wait times. Certified suicide prevention specialists are available for immediate assistance both in-person and by telephone. No appointments are required, and weekly support groups are also offered.
The partnership aims to reduce stigma around mental health conversations and connect people with needed resources. “This time is an opportunity to build connections and inspire compassionate action to provide those in need of support with resources to be able to share their stories without stigma, identify warning signs and ask for help,” according to the announcement.
September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), while October marks National Depression Awareness and Mental Health Screening Month. The first week of October is also National Mental Illness Awareness Week.
Terrie Andrews, President and CEO of Here Tomorrow, is available for interviews regarding these initiatives.
More information can be found at heretomorrow.org.
