Building resilience, one life at a time

Lost&Found delivers mental health programs, advocates for mental health policy change, and provides peer support.

Demand is high for postvention services

Lost&Found's Postvention services department got off to a fast start after it was formed last year. By the end of January, the Survivors Joining for Hope program had already served 13 families suffering a loss by suicide.

“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)

Looking for help?

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!

Ways to get involved

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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We enjoyed our time at Brookings Pride today! Did

We enjoyed our time at Brookings Pride today! Didn't connect today to get your sticker, sunglasses, and suicide prevention resources? We'll be at two more Pride events this month: Sioux Falls on June 10 and Vermillion on June 24. See details at the link in our bio.

It's Pride Month! Lost&Found will be at three Prid

It's Pride Month! Lost&Found will be at three Pride festivals this month: In Brookings on June 3, in Sioux Falls on June 10, and in Vermillion on June 24. We'll be sharing suicide prevention resources as well as some fun swag: Stickers and sunglasses. See details on our events page - the link is in our bio. Why does Pride Month matter to Lost&Found? Because, unfortunately, suicide risk is higher among LGBTQIA2S+ people, especially young people. “Our efforts to prevent suicide among youth and young adults cannot be taken seriously if we do not live out our work as allies to the LGBTQ+ and Two-Spirit communities of South Dakota and the surrounding region,” said Lost&Found Executive Director Erik Muckey. Read more about suicide risks among LGBTQ youth at the link in our bio. Come find us at Pride!

One of the biggest challenges of transitioning fro

One of the biggest challenges of transitioning from high school to whatever lies beyond for you is adjusting to a changing relationship with your parents. Both you and your parents are changing your roles in the relationship, and that can be a delicate transition, as people can have different expecations about what comes next. In this latest post in our "What Now" series for high school graduates, we go through some suggestions for dealing with your parents as you move into a different stage of life. It's probably no suprise the good communication is a big part of this! Our next post in this series is How to Navigate Friendships. Watch for that in a few days! #WhatNowGraduate

"It's not your fault that you have a mental illnes

"It's not your fault that you have a mental illness. This is usually stuff that we can't control, so it's your responsibility to take care of yourself." Every Wednesday we're sharing a video from someone answering the question, "What's one thing you wish more people would understand about mental health or suicide?" Today's story is from Adam Bair, who struggles with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Hear more from Adam in our #30Days30Stories project. You can read his full story at the link in our bio. DO YOU HAVE A STORY OF RESILIENCE TO SHARE? We are gathering stories throughout the year to be shared next September during National Suicide Prevention Month. Submit your story at the link in our bio. #OneThingWednesday #DoMore

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Let’s save lives through acceptance this Pride Month

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Events

Jun 10 2023

Sioux Falls Pride

8th & Railroad Center

Jun 24 2023

Vermillion Pride Craft & Vendor Fair

First Dakota Coyote Gallery

Nov 17 2023

Make Your Mark Gala

The Underground by Rehfeld's

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