Our mission: To raise awareness about suicide and provide resources, education, and postvention services to the citizens of Monroe County. 

Our vision: Prevent and reduce suicide related deaths within our great county by promoting awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging open, supportive conversations about mental health.

Our values:

• Strong community partnerships
• Prevention
• Postvention
• Education
• Engagement

Our strategic plan document outlines the goals, objectives, and strategies of the group. 

Our goals are to:

1. Provide education and awareness opportunities to community members and targeted groups. 
2. Build a sustainable and collaborative organization by growing resources, securing funding, attracting committed members, and forming work groups that drive meaningful progress. 

Access the strategic plan here. 

The Taskforce meets the third Friday of each month at 9 a.m. Join us in person at the Monroe County Assembly Room or virtually on Webex. 

See below for 2026 meeting dates and to view finalized meeting minutes: 

• January 16
• February 20
• March 20
• April 17
• May 15
• June 19
• July 17
• August 21
• September 18
• October 16
• November 20
• December 18

For previous meeting minutes, call us at 608-269-8666. 

You are not alone. 

After a suicide loss, you may experience grief, shock, anger, confusion, or numbness. These responses are normal. Support is available for you and your loved ones. 

Immediate support (24/7): 

• Call or text 988
• Text HOME to 741741
• Call 911 if in danger
• Monroe County Crisis Line: 888-552-6642
• Northwest Connections (24/7, mobile response available)

Access our brochure here (Spanish here)

Click here for the Monroe County Mental Health Resource Guide (En Español)

Find our donation form here.

Learn more about safe language here.

Other Helpful Links:

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
• National Alliance on Mental Illness
• Mental Health America of Wisconsin
• Prevent Suicide Wisconsin 
• Farmer Angel Network

Join us for an inspiring event designed to bring our community together! Come for the inspiration, stay for the connection, and bring the whole family for an afternoon of community spirit!

This year's Mental Wellness Fair will be held on Thursday, May 21 from 2-5 pm at Mueller Square in Sparta (rain location will be at Sparta Library). 

Check out the Facebook event here! 

Download and share the event flyer here!