Suicide: The Ripple Effect is coming to Hartford

Hartford, CT—The Jordan Porco Foundation and Connecticut Suicide Advisory Board,the state coalition managed by the Departments of Mental Health and Addiction Services and Children and Families, will be kicking-off National Prevention Week by bringing Suicide: The Ripple Effect to Hartford’s Spotlight Theatres, 39 Front Street, on May 14that 6:30pm.

National Prevention Week is an annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues. This documentary follows Suicide Survivor, Activist, Storyteller, and Filmmaker—Kevin Hines.

“In sharing his story, Kevin allows us to explore the ripple effect of a suicide death while opening our eyes to the powerful ways hope can help heal,” said Marisa Giarnella-Porco, Co-founder and CEO of the Jordan Porco Foundation. Kevin’s honesty, realism, advocacy, and appreciation of the complex conditions that contribute to mental illness shine a light in times of darkness.

PG-13 is the recommended rating for this film about Kevin Hines surviving his suicide attempt, the ripple effect suicide has on individuals and communities, and ultimately how his story is helping heal and is cultivating hope for people all across the world; a global mission to eradicate suicide.

“This documentary is a very important part of the global movement for hope and healing,” says Kevin Hines.

Ticket sales for this screening benefit the Jordan Porco Foundation’s programs that are preventing suicide, promoting mental health, and creating a message of hope for young adults across the nation. Get your tickets at, https://suicidetherippleeffect.eventbrite.com.

Resources

jordanporcofoundation.org

preventsuicidect.org

If you need support now, call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or, text “START” to 741-741 to get help 24/7 from the Crisis Text Line.