Our Mission
Reducing suicide in Columbiana County by promoting mental wellness, challenging stigma, and strengthening connections to care and community.
Our Vision
To be a guiding light of hope, pointing the way to a community where mental wellness is prioritized, conversations about suicide are met with compassion, and no one faces their challenges alone.
Our Coalition Members
Our coalition is made up of a diverse group of stakeholders dedicated to community well-being. Members include representatives from local mental health and addiction treatment agencies, the Columbiana County Coroner’s Office, law enforcement, educational services, substance use prevention, crisis services, clergy, community organizations, and individuals with lived experience, including those who have lost loved ones to suicide. We believe that including voices from the community enriches our efforts and helps ensure that our initiatives are relevant and effective. Together, we collaborate to implement effective prevention strategies and initiatives tailored to the needs of our community.
Current Events
We invite you to attend the following event(s) benefitting the Suicide Prevention Coalition:
Join the Suicide Prevention Coalition!
Be a part of the change in Columbiana County by joining the Suicide Prevention Coalition. Together, we can build a community that supports mental health, raises awareness, and saves lives. Whether you’re a mental health professional, a community member, or someone with personal experience, your voice and efforts are invaluable.
Why Join?
- Collaborate with local organizations and passionate individuals.
- Contribute to impactful initiatives and prevention strategies.
- Help reduce stigma and promote mental wellness in our community.
Click the button below to fill out the Columbiana County Suicide Prevention Coalition's interest form.
Join the Coalition Today!
Meeting Frequency
The Columbiana County Suicide Prevention Coalition meets regularly at the Columbiana County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board Office throughout the year to advance its mission of reducing suicide in our community. Please refer to the 2026 meeting schedule below for dates and times; note that the schedule is subject to change and will be updated here accordingly.
Suicide Prevention Trainings
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About Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for Adults teaches peoplehow to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adultsages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary.
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Request Mental Health First Aid Training
To request a MHFA training, contact instructor, Maureen Waybright:
mwaybright@ccmhrsb.org
330-424-0195 x106
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About Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizenshow to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.
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Request Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
To request a YMHFA training, contact instructor, Kristy Munyon:
namicolumbianacounty@gmail.com
330-424-0195 x114
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About QPR
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.
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Request QPR Training
To request a QPR training, contact instructor, Jen Whitman:
jwhitman@ccmhrsb.org
330-424-0195 x102
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About Vital Cog
VitalCog trains organizations to proactively address the early warning signs of suicide in the workplace. This training willeducate and equip businesses with tools to address mental health and suicide concernswithin the workplace.
***COMING SOON***
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Request Vital Cog Training
To request a Vital Cog training, contact Coalition Coordinator, Lynsi Beagle:
lbeagle@ccmhrsb.org
330-424-0195 x108
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Download a list of Columbiana County Mental Health Providers
Download a list of mental health providers serving Columbiana County. This resource is updated throughout the year by the Columbiana County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board and is designed to help individuals and families connect with the support they need.
Columbiana County Mental Health Providers
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Event Requests
Want the Columbiana County Suicide Prevention Coalition involved in your upcoming event?
Submit an Event Request
Please contact Coalition Co-Chair, Maureen Waybright, at:
Email | mwaybright@ccmhrsb.org Main Line | 330-424-0195 Office Phone | 330-424-0195 ext. 106
