Hope & Healing Walk for Suicide Prevention and Awareness,

McCook, Neb. – Last Thursday, September 10, Community Hospital's Behavioral Health
Department hosted its annual Hope and Healing Walk for Suicide Prevention, bringing
community members together for an evening of remembrance, support, and awareness.
Attendees heard from Cathy Jibben, DNP-C, of Community Hospital's Behavioral Health
Department, who shared information about mental health resources and the importance
of suicide prevention efforts within our communities.
The evening also featured a powerful presentation from Bailey Meissner, who
courageously shared her family's experience with suicide and the lasting impact it has
had on those they love. She shared a touching video about an organization her family
established following their loss, MaKenna’s Rae of Hope Foundation, and spoke about
the ways they have worked to honor their loved one's memory while supporting others
facing similar challenges.
Bailey's message served as a reminder to reach out, have difficult conversations, and
never underestimate the impact of checking in on someone who may be struggling. Her
story highlighted the importance of hope, connection, and the role each of us can play in
suicide prevention.
"Someone you don't even know would love to know you. Stick around," Bailey shared, a
simple but powerful reminder that every life has value and that support can be found
even in life's darkest moments.
The event also provided access to local mental health resources, remembrance
activities, and information about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, reinforcing Community
Hospital's commitment to supporting mental health awareness and providing hope and
healing to those affected by suicide.