In a battle against suicidal ideation, we are here to shine a light on the road to healing. Discover a haven of support, counseling, and renewal at our nonprofit, where hope is the compass that guides us.
ref·uge /refyooj/ (n): a safe haven that offers protection from danger, trouble, or unhappiness.
Prairie Light Refuge is a nonprofit organization that has a mission of being a peaceful escape that offers a place to learn coping skills, receive counseling, and rest in a safe, uplifting environment for those that struggle with suicidal ideation.
Prairie Light Refuge is still in the fundraising stage of operating and we need your help to make a difference. Today’s resources are overwhelmed and underutilized. Prairie Life Refuge is committed to being a community partner that not only supports those in need, but also aids in community outreach, education, and suicide prevention.
In 2021
48,183 People Died by Suicide in the United States
or
1 Death Every 11 Minutes
12,300,000 Adults
Seriously Thought About Suicide
3,500,000 Adults
Made a Plan
1,700,000 Adults
Attempted Suicide
Support our mission. Every donation gets us one penny closer to offering premier suicide prevention and support services right here in South Dakota We can’t do it without you. If you’ve been touched by suicide or feel called to help this important cause, please consider donating using the link below.
Become a committed sponsor to our mission of preventing suicide and saving lives. Your sponsorship is incredibly important to our ability to open our doors and serve others. Alongside your donation, you will inspire others to follow your suit as we share your commitment to supporting this important work.
Get in touch and learn other ways to support Prairie Light Refuge’s mission by filling out our contact form.
Talking is the first step to preventing suicide. If a person shares they are considering suicide, take them seriously. Stay with them, help them remove lethal means, call the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or 911, and escort them to mental health services or an emergency room.
We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
As part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline network of crisis centers, the Helpline Center provides a connecting point for South Dakotans 24/7 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide, a mental health or substance use crisis or any other kind of emotional distress. The Helpline Center is accessible through a three-digit number, 988. When someone calls, chats or texts 988, they will be connected to a trained crisis specialist.
Many of us are facing challenges that can be stressful and overwhelming. Learning to cope with stress in a healthy way will help you, the people you care about, and those around you become more resilient.