EP53: RESCUE RUN (P8): Carrie Benway: Executive Director – Hope Center of The Eagle River Valley

Imagine how many lives could be saved if more people experiencing a crisis had 24/7 access to a licensed therapist and a reminder they’re not alone. Alex welcomes Carrie Benway, Executive Director of the Hope Center of the Eagle River Valley, to discuss suicide prevention along with the comprehensive resources and innovative services provided by the Hope Center.

In this episode, Alex and Carrie talk about…

The beneficial services provided by Hope Center’s Hopeline
Why Carrie believes education is critical but mental health must be addressed for student success
Amazing partners that support and make the Hope Center’s work possible
Details about the mobile crisis co-response program
Providing wraparound services and a continuum of care
Reducing barriers to mental health treatment with therapists in community schools
Short term and long term goals of the Hope Center
Pod Decks questions and answers
Why leadership is about teamwork, accountability, and feedback

Links to resources:

Eagle County Hopeline

970-306-4673

Hope Center of the Eagle River Valley

https://ourhopecenter.org/eagleteam/

On Carrie’s Recommended Read List:

“What Made Maddy Run: The Secret Struggles and Tragic Death of an All-American Teen”

Carrie Benway

Carrie@ourhopecenter.org

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National Suicide Prevent-ion Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Colorado Crisis Services 1-844-493-8255