Our GOAL
EDUCATE YOURSELF
There isn't really any typical pattern or behavior for someone who is suicidal, but there are warning signs. You may see one or more of these in someone contemplating suicide.
- *Talking about dying or wanting to die.
- *Talking about feeling empty, hopeless, or having no way out problems.
- *Mentioning strong feelings of guilt and shame.
- *Talking about not having a reason to live or that others would be better off without them.
- *Social withdrawl and isolation.
- *Giving away personal items and wrapping up loose ends.
- *Saying good by to friends and family.
the signs
- Here are five signs you need to know about that could indicate someone is thinking about suicide.
- 1. Any unusual changes in behavior.
- 2. Changes in sleeping patterns.
- 3. Accessing lethal means .
- 4. Emotional distance
- 5. Physical pain.
SPEAK UP
Be a voice for someone who can't use theirs. If you think someone is struggling with something, mention it. Talk with them. Let them know you care. Don't walk away and think that person is just having a bad day. It could be very serious. But you'll never know unless you ask. Lets break the taboo about depression and suicide. Its time to speak up!
Our ride
The Ride for Life Poker Run was established in 2012, to raise money for suicide awareness and prevention. We support people of all ages who are left behind and hurting. Being a survivor of suicide is painful.
We also show support for those who are suffering from depression, and contemplating suicide.
Every year, the first Saturday of August, we mount up on our motorcycles, slingshots, all vehicles are welcome, to go on a 100 mile run, through three counties. During sign up you will receive an index card, that you will be getting stamped at each stop. There are four stops along the way. At the final stop, you will be able to draw five playing cards. Best and worst hand prizes! Check flyer for details.
We ride not only to raise money for FrontLine Service, we also ride to honor our loved ones we've lost. We give comfort and show compassion to those left behind.
The Ride for Life Poker Run reminds people that they are not alone.
We ride for life!
2023 run news
The 2023 11th Ride for Life Poker Run was a huge success!
We raised $10,500. FrontLine Service's total was $11,578.44. Thank you!!!
In 2022, FrontLine Service answered 43,750 calls for help, a 9% increase from 2021. Your support gives people the help they need!
Together we are saving lives!
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
This simple, 3 digit number provides crisis support to people experiencing suicidal ideation, emotional distress, or a substance use or mental health crisis.
more information
Reach out to us through Facebook. Join our page and keep an eye out for updates!
up coming features
We will be having a small "rummage sale" during sign up and after the Poker Run; that include a leather jacket, chaps, leather bandanas, caps, seat pads, and more. These items we're donated by Tim & Patty LaMere. Proceeds go to FrontLine Service for their suicide hotline, Mobil Crisis Team, and after care program.
FREE BREAKFAST
The Brunswick VFW Post 9520 is graciously providing all participants of the Ride for Life Poker Run a free breakfast at sign up. The menu will be: Scrambled eggs, sausage links, biscuit and gravy. We hope you'll join us for a great cause.
Thank you everyone at Post 9520!