Your Life Matters Part 14, the Zero Suicide Framework
By Garrett Christensen on Friday, May 23rd, 2025 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
EASTERN OREGON — Welcome to Your Life Matters, a special project from the Elkhorn Media Group where we embark on a journey of compassion, understanding, and hope. In this space, we aim to shed light on a topic that often lingers in the shadows: suicide awareness. Here, we believe in the power of conversation to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and create a supportive community for those who need it most.
Each month, we’ll share personal stories of resilience, expert insights, and practical strategies to navigate the complexities of mental health. Our goal is to foster empathy, dispel myths, and provide a beacon of hope for those who may be struggling.
As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, Garrett Christensen recently spoke with Melissa coiner, zero suicide project coordinator with Community Counseling Solutions, and Brett Koss, law enforcement liaison and zero suicide programs supervisor for Community Counseling Solutions. This week they’re discussing the Zero Suicide Program, how the Zero Suicide framework works, and what ccs has done to implement the Zero Suicide framework.
The full interview can be heard by clicking the audio link below:
More information on the Zero Suicide framework can be found at https://zerosuicide.edc.org/about/framework
Find more information on CCS at https://ccswebsite.org/
As mentioned, the warm line can be reached at 1-800-698-2392 while the CCS crisis line can be reached at 541-240-8030.
Join us next month for another conversation with local experts. Our previous interview can be found here.
Remember, you are not alone, reach out for help by calling the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. Local resources also include New Directions Northwest in Baker County- 541-519-7126, and the Center for Human Development in Union County – 541-962-8800, option 6.
