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Welcome to the Blog! Connor’s Climb Foundation (CCF) is more than a nonprofit to me. Named after my brother Connor who died by suicide in 2011, CCF saves lives and
April 19, 2021
Latest News
#StickittoStigma Games Continue Despite Pandemic
The Exeter HS Girls Hockey players wore their #StickittoStigma jerseys for several games this year in an effort to highlight mental health awareness and combat youth suicide. READ MORE
February 24, 2021
Connor’s Climb Foundation Participates in First National ‘Mental Health Action Day’
For Immediate Release May 6, 2021 Connor’s Climb Foundation Participates in First National ‘Mental Health Action Day’ to Drive People to Take a First Mental Health Action for Themselves or
May 6, 2021
Painful Days Lead to a Moment to Celebrate for Families Affected by Suicide
After years of pressure from lawmakers, mental health organizations and families who have lost loved ones, schools in New Hampshire are now required to provide suicide prevention training to staff and
April 10, 2020
Resources to Support Mental Health and Coping with the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The SUICIDE PREVENTION RESOURCE CENTER has compiled a list of websites and information sheets related to dealing with your mental health during the COVID-19 crisis for the general public, parents and caregivers, mental health professionals, community leaders, and tribal populations.
April 3, 2020
New England High Schoolers Hit the Ice to #StickItToStigma
Less than two weeks ago, a pair of New England high school hockey teams played a game with playoff implications. However, something greater was on the minds of the players
March 1, 2020
‘Stick it to Stigma’ UNH Hockey Game Set for Nov. 9
SEACOAST ONLINE promotes the third annual “Stick it to Stigma” game which aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health illness.
November 7, 2019
Mothers Linked by Sons’ Suicides Work to Help Others
WMUR story and video on how Tara Ball and Martha Dickey have used their tragedies as an opportunity to save others from the same pain. READ THE FULL STORY
September 26, 2019
Law Requiring N.H. Schools To Implement Suicide Prevention Policy Lacks State Funding
While the new law is a great first step, schools will still incur costs in order to adhere since there is no budget behind it.
August 16, 2019
The Role of Schools In Suicide Prevention
NHPR’s The Exchange speaks with Candice Porter and other experts on the passage of SB282 – now a law requiring schools to provide annual suicide prevention education to students and staff.
August 14, 2019