MY ASCENSION: A DOCUMENTARY AND MOVEMENT TO SPREAD HOPE & FIGHT SUICIDE
September 23, 2021 | 6:00 - 8:30 PM | Yulee High School
Private Screening of My Ascension documentary followed by a live Q&A discussion with suicide survivor and activist, Emma Benoit.
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We offer a range of programs, treatment services, and treatment groups to adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
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We offer programs, treatment services, and treatment groups for individuals 17 and younger that struggle with mental health or substance use disorders.
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We provide four community-based programs as part of our mission to promote emotional wellness through community education & awareness.
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We provide 24/7 emergency screening, crisis stabilization, and referral to other services for anyone experiencing a behavioral health emergency.
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To promote emotional wellness through psychiatric, mental health and substance use disorder treatment services and community education and awareness.
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Monthly virtual support meetings welcoming NE FL community members to discuss the effects of mental health and substance use issues.
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Monthly support groups for individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide or overdose. Hosted in Fernandina Beach, FL, and Hilliard, FL.
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Latest news at Starting Point
City of Fernandina Beach and Nassau County Board of County Commissioners declare August 31st International Overdose Awareness Day
On Tuesday, August 17th, 2021, Amy Pipkin, Prevention Supervisor at Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare, accepted a Resolution from Fernandina Beach City Commissioners declaring August 31st as International Overdose Awareness Day.
Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare Presents My Ascension: A Documentary to Spread Hope and Fight Suicide
Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare will host a special pre-release screening of My Ascension: A Documentary to Spread Hope and Fight Suicide, taking place at Yulee High School on Thursday, September 23rd, 2021, and featuring special guests Emma Benoit and Greg Dicharry for a live post-screening Q&A.
One Way to Treat Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD)
Living with major depressive disorder (MDD) affects every aspect of your life including how you feel, how you think, and how you behave. It can lead to a variety of emotional, physical, and social problems. MDD may impact your ability to do normal day-to-day activities including getting out of bed, brushing your teeth, and building…
Save the Date for a Private Screening and Q&A with Suicide Survivor and Activist, Emma Benoit
On September 23rd, 2021, Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare will host a private virtual screening of My Ascension, a documentary film and movement to spread hope and fight suicide, followed by a live Q&A with Emma Benoit and filmmaker Greg Dicharry. Tickets are free but limited seating is available. You won’t want to miss this!
