Barb Smith Suicide Resource & Response Network

To prevent suicide through education, advocacy, connection to resources, and support for those impacted by suicide.

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SRRN’s 2026 Impact Video is here! 💙

Thank you Brandon and Mark for your courage and willingness to share your stories. Your voices help bring hope and awareness to so many.

A special thank you to Max for your vision and for creating this video.

https://t.co/HwZ3MVwTaX

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✨Our February 2026 Newsletter is here! You will find updates, upcoming events, and how we’re working together to bring awareness, understanding, and hope to our community. 💛

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SRRN Board Member Jenean and her husband Shawn Coughlin proudly represented the Network at the Saginaw Spirit Corporate Partner Appreciation Dinner with our friend Bridgette from Jolt Credit Union. 💙
So proud to be sponsors and to support our Saginaw Spirit!

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A huge THANK YOU to CMU Rural Health Excellence Institute and Dr. Tony Thrasher for an incredible webinar today! 📷

Dr. Thrasher is truly one of the best speakers we’ve had the privilege to hear—engaging, insightful, and impactful.

We’re grateful for the knowledge shared!

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We are grateful to Kevin's Song for hosting such an amazing and impactful conference.
Barb, Anne, and survivors feel truly blessed to have been part of this meaningful event.
Every aspect of the conference reinforced the power of coming together with a shared purpose. #KS2026

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✨We are incredibly grateful to the Michigan Health Endowment Fund for sponsoring safeTALK training for 65 Saginaw Valley State University nursing students! These future nurses are now equipped with critical skills to recognize warning signs and support suicide prevention. 💙

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A huge thank you to Mike Ball of The Future of Comedy Show for hosting NYE at the State! Because of this event, our Network received a $2,390 donation.
We are so grateful for the comedians who shared their talent and to our community for showing up and coming together for laughs!

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Dashing through the Snow!! Finisher pics! ❄️🏃🏽https://t.co/Mgj1sW17Fi

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Barb & survivor Mark Schramke had the privilege of presenting to the Fairgrove Fire Department yesterday. Thank you to every firefighter who showed up with openness and a genuine desire to learn.
Your commitment to supporting one another and caring for your community.

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We are deeply grateful to GM Flint Processing Center and UAW Local 659 for your outstanding support during Suicide Prevention Month. Your efforts raised more than $2,000 and helped spread vital awareness in our community.

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✨Dashing Through the Snow 5K Timed Race – Run/Walk/Ruck ✨

🦌Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🦌Imerman Memorial Park, 3495 Midland Rd.
🦌Register today https://t.co/asxnqT4jBL

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Thank you to all who joined us last Thursday for a training on Grief. We were grateful to have more than 100 people in the room.

Thank-you to our speaker, Donna Schuurman , for sharing her insight, compassion, and clarity.

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If you’ve lost someone to suicide, you are not alone. Join us on Saturday, 11/22 at the Bavarian Inn Lodge for our annual gathering on International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. This day is about connection and healing.

Link to register: https://t.co/Feo7yISPWD

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Registration Extended!! Due to high interest, registration is now open until Monday, November 17.

Join us for this dynamic training exploring Prolonged Grief Disorder and the new “Grief Pill.”

Don’t miss out — register now: https://t.co/OjP5t2YNVM

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On November 6, 2025, Barb was deeply honored to serve as a Keynote Speaker at the 6th Annual Opioid Conference at Soaring Eagle Casino, where she spoke to a powerful audience of 180 attendees.

Grateful to be part of such meaningful work.

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Registration Extended!! Due to high interest, registration is now open until Monday, November 17.

Join us for this dynamic training exploring Prolonged Grief Disorder and the new “Grief Pill.”

Don’t miss out — register now: https://t.co/OjP5t2YNVM

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Join us for a dynamic training addressing the controversy around Prolonged Grief Disorder and the new “Grief Pill." CME, Medical Ethics, & Social Work CEUs available.

Registration Closes Tomorrow: https://t.co/OjP5t2YNVM

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We are just two weeks away from this important training opportunity! ⏰Registration closes next Thursday, November 13 — secure your spot today before it’s too late. https://t.co/OjP5t2YNVM
#prolongedgriefdisorder #grief

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Thank you to Yarden and Resolution Services Center of Central Michigan for welcoming our Network in for a safeTALK training.

We would also like to give a heartfelt thank you to Tri-Star Trust for sponsoring and continuing to care for our community!

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Today is World Mental Health Day. Please remember—your life matters. Not just today, but every single day.
#WorldMentalHealthDay