Hoof it for suicide prevention & intervention this Halloween
On the Saturday before Halloween, October 26th, join for the annual “Run for Your Life” 5k & Kids’ Run. The event benefits the Bozeman Help Center’s work for suicide prevention and intervention throughout the local community.
Prizes will be given for best costume (dogs included)! Halloween characters are likely to surprise runners along the courses, with the start/finish line found outside MSU Bobcat Stadium for both races. Don’t worry – no spooky folks on the kids’ course! The half-mile kids’ run begins at 9:30am, followed by the 5k at 10am.
Adult registration is $30. FREE t-shirt included in race fee (guaranteed for those registered by Oct. 18th). Discounts available for groups of four or more. Youth 18 and younger can run for just $15. For kids 12 and younger, fun run admission is $10. To register, visit www.runsignup.com where you can more about the event and even fundraise beforehand!
The Help Center in Bozeman started as a 24-hour Crisis Hotline in 1971. To this day, staff and volunteers are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, to assist individuals and families in sorting out problems, dealing with feelings, and making decisions.
The 24-hour Crisis Hotline and Referral Service is nationally accredited by Contact USA and the Alliance for Information and Referral Systems. As a member of the American Association of Suicidology, the Help Center is a part of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network (1-800-273-TALK). The Help Center is also a member of the Montana 2-1-1 coalition, which provides referrals for human services throughout the state. They accept calls from a variety of clientele with issues ranging from suicidality and depression/anxiety to relationship/family problems. Their extensive database of resource information allows for appropriate referrals to inquirers on the hotline. In addition, the Help Center provides Sexual Assault and Suicide Outreach, as well as follow up counseling and referral. Learn more by visiting www.bozemanhelpcenter.org. •
