‘Out of the Darkness’: Country’s largest suicide prevention walk kicks off at Montrose Harbor

CHICAGO (WLS) — A particular stroll is occurring on Saturday morning to save lots of lives and produce hope to folks affected by suicide.

Organizers for Saturday’s “Out of the Darkness” stroll hope to ship a robust message: You aren’t alone.

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The occasion, starting at Montrose Harbor, received began at 9 a.m. It’s the largest suicide prevention stroll within the nation, bringing collectively greater than 4,000 folks.

The annual occasion has raised almost $10 million since 2014. It could’t be mentioned sufficient how essential these efforts are. The American Basis for Suicide Prevention shared its newest knowledge from 2020, saying 54 % of Individuals had been affected by suicide not directly.

The occasion will go on till 1 p.m.

In case you are experiencing suicidal, substance use or different psychological well being crises please name or textual content the brand new three digit code at 988. You’ll attain a educated disaster counselor free of charge, 24 hours a day, seven days per week. You may also go to 988lifeline.org or dial the present toll free quantity 800-273-8255 [TALK].