Let's Do More to Prevent Suicide.

Lost&Found provides programs, training, and services to prevent youth and young adult suicide.

Get tickets now for the Make Your Mark on Mental Health event, Nov. 17

Make your mark on the lives of our region's next generation. Join us for an evening of healing through art at the third-annual Make Your Mark on Mental Health fundraiser and do more to prevent suicide in our community.

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“If we can make the difference in one person’s life or the life of one family, then we have already accomplished our goal.“

Dennis “DJ” Smith (2011)

“If we can make the difference in one person’s life or the life of one family, then we have already accomplished our goal.“

Dennis “DJ” Smith (2011)

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We have compiled resources, links, and materials so you can find help or armor yourself with knowledge and the tools to help a loved one. You do not have to do this alone!

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Whether you are an advisor, student, friend, or family member, there are many ways to make an impact to end suicide.

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As #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth comes to an end

As #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth comes to an end so too does our #30Days30Stories project showcasing the lived experiences of 30 South Dakotans struggling with mental illness, suicide attempt, suicide loss, grief, trauma, and so much more. This year's project finale is a live recording of our Great Minds with Lost&Found podcast with runners from @the437project, who ran across the state of South Dakota to raise awareness of mental illness. This year, they raised over $250,000 for the @helplinecenter and the @988lifeline operation and support they provide. Listen to the latest episode of Great Minds wherever you find podcasts or stream on YouTube. Links are in our bio.

"We were immigrant refugees and the notion of expr

"We were immigrant refugees and the notion of expressing love, hugs, and saying things like "I love you" just didn't exist in my family, so that made me feel like my emotions and feelings weren't even something we'd share too often." September is #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth. We are once again sharing 30 powerful stories of resilience in the face of mental health or suicide-related challenges for every day of September. This story is from Vince Danh, who struggled with depression and anxiety on his own while living with the generational trauma his immigrant family carried with them to America. Read Vince's story and see more stories from the #30Days30Stories project at the link in our bio.

Friends know Vince as the guy they can always talk

Friends know Vince as the guy they can always talk to, the level-headed one. But what people may not know is that Vince struggled with his own internal intrusive thoughts and feelings as he was raised in a first-generation household where feelings weren't often expressed. He lives with the generational trauma of many families that immigrate to America for a new beginning. This trauma, internalized, was the reason for Vince's struggle with depression and anxiety. This story is part of our #30Days30Stories project for #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth where we share stories of resilience from those struggling with mental health or suicide related challenges. Read Vince's story and watch a video of her story at the link in our bio. Keep the power of this story going: If you're moved by Vince's story, please share!

"A lot of the time we get zoned in and we isolate

"A lot of the time we get zoned in and we isolate because we're dealing with a lot of things, but reaching out to someone is the first thing." September is #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth. We are once again sharing 30 powerful stories of resilience in the face of mental health or suicide-related challenges for every day of September. This story is from Benson Langat, who struggled with depression and self-isolation after moving to America. Read Benson's story and see more stories from the #30Days30Stories project at the link in our bio.

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Blog & news

Stories are at the heart of suicide prevention project this September

Posted on September 1, 2023 | Heidi Marttila-Losure

Great Minds with Lost&Found Podcast: Storytelling and Mental Health

Posted on September 1, 2023 | Heidi Marttila-Losure

Lost&Found’s August 2023 Newsletter

Posted on August 21, 2023 | Heidi Marttila-Losure

Events

Nov 17 2023

3rd Annual Make Your Mark on Mental Health Gala

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