Prioritizing Peace & Healing This September 💜✨

September carries a powerful dual purpose for our community. We at BOSS Sistah Network recognize that September is both Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month and National Self-Care Awareness Month.

We know that radical self-care, community care, and seeking mental health support are non-negotiable foundations for suicide prevention and overall well-being. Prioritizing your peace is a necessity, not a luxury.

Throughout this month, we are using our platform to connect, support, and advocate. Here is what to expect:

💻 Virtual & In-Person Events: Safe spaces to share, learn, and heal together.
📍 Local Organization Spotlights: Highlighting incredible, culturally affirming mental health resources right here in Chicago and the surrounding region.

You never have to navigate heavy moments alone. If you or someone you love needs support, call or text 988 for the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or text HOME to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.

Let’s normalize self-care, break the stigma, and uplift each other all month long. 💬 Reach out, rest up, and join the conversation.

#SuicideAwarenessPreventionMonth #SelfCareAwarenessMonth #BOSSSistahNetwork #BlackMentalHealth #ChicagoMentalHealth #SelfCareIsPrevention #MentalHealthMatters #988Lifeline #CommunityCare

We at BOSS Sistah Network recognize that September is Suicide Awareness Prevention Month, and we are aware that while mental health numbers can often feel abstract, breaking them down highlights why targeted community support is so essential:

Chicago (Cook County Data): Public health data reported 9 Black female suicide deaths over 9.5 months in 2024. While total deaths dipped, crisis and attempt rates among young Black women and girls remain a major issue.
Illinois Disparities: The statewide Black population suicide rate is 10.7 per 100,000 residents. In suburban Cook County, Black high school girls report attempting suicide at nearly three times the rate of their peers.
National Picture: Nationwide, the Black population suicide rate is 9 per 100,000. Recent Columbia University studies show suicide attempts among young Black women (ages 15–24) have climbed faster than almost any other group over the last two decades.

Our Commitment This Month We are using our platform to connect, support, and advocate through:

💻 Virtual & In-Person Events: Safe spaces to share, learn, and heal together.
📍 Local Spotlights: Uplifting culturally affirming mental health resources across Chicagoland.

You do not have to navigate this alone. If you or a loved one are in crisis, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7) or text HOME to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.

Let’s dismantle the stigma, protect our peace, and lift up our sisters together. 💬

#SuicideAwarenessPreventionMonth #BOSSSistahNetwork #BlackMentalHealth #ChicagoMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #988Lifeline #CommunityCare #SupportBlackWomen

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🔍 Cook County Illinois Area Trauma & Mental Health Resources

If you or a loved one needs support, these specialized local organizations offer trauma-informed therapy, safe spaces, and accessible care:

988 Suicide LifeLine Take care of a friend, a loved one, or yourself. Call, text, or chat with a 988 Lifeline counselor for help during difficult moments anytime, day or night. Phone & Text: Call or text 988 (Available 24/7, free, and confidential)
Bright Star Community Outreach Trauma Helpline Trauma Counseling Helpline: 1-833-TURN-123 (1-833-887-6123)
Christ Medical Center Trauma Recovery Services: Therapy, case management, and crisis support (708-346-7300).
Coffee, Hip-Hop & Mental Health: Free individual and group talk therapy (1051 W. Belmont Ave).
Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Program: Financial help up to $45,000 for survivors of violent crimes to cover counseling and medical bills (800-228-3368).
Sertoma Star Services services and programs for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness. (708-755-8030)
Sista Afya Community Mental Health: Culturally centered, affordable therapy and support groups for Black women.
The Road Home Program at Rush Free, specialized PTSD care for veterans and their families (312-942-8387).

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