February 2023

Celebrating 211 Day

Clara Reynolds, President & CEO, talks about the post-holiday loneliness that many individuals experience at the start of the new year.

Making the Call to 211

When Silvia reached out through 211, she was in the midst of an emotional crisis. Silvia was in the process of divorcing her husband after discovering he had been cheating on her. Each night she found herself drinking more and more to cope with all of the changes occurring in her life, but it was beginning to take a toll on her. Silvia was also feeling overwhelmed at the prospect of having to live on her own for the first time, especially after having just lost her job.

President & CEO Clara Reynolds, Director of Gateway Services Eric Bledsoe, Board member Tim Traud, and Board Chair Roger Boothroyd.

A Night with the Tampa Bay Lightning

On Tuesday, January 24th, Eric Bledsoe, the Director of Gateway Services, was recognized as a Lightning Community Hero for his work in leading his team through the implementation of the new 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. That same week, Lightning player Nick Paul announced his plans to donate $150 to the Crisis Center for each point he earns through the remainder of the season. These funds will specifically support suicide prevention services. Thank you to Nick and the Lightning for their continued support of the Crisis Center!

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