Suicide Rate
Why we track this indicator
Youth suicide is an alarming indicator that points to potentially severe consequences for the health and well-being of children. Studies have shown that strong family connections, broad community supports, and access to health care are key determinants that affect suicide rates.
Suicide Rate Data Breakdown
Status: Green
Definition: Number of suicides completed by youth ages 0 to 19 in Elkhart County each year. Completed suicides refers to any fatal suicidal action. This information is obtained through a collaborating partner.
Source: Indiana Youth Institute
Last Updated: April 2024
Mitigating Factors: There is a significant lag for updates on this indicator.
Methodology
Methodology: The total number of youth suicides in Elkhart County is compared to the suicides in the State of Indiana.
Goal: To observe a lower youth suicide rate compared to Indiana.
Traffic Light:
Green: at least 1 lower rate than Indiana
Gray: within +/- 1 compared to Indiana
Red: at least 1 higher rate than Indiana
Supporting Research
Suicide Prevention
Many factors can increase the risk for suicide or protect against it.
Teen Suicide
Among youth it exacts an enormous toll due to the significant years of potential life lost.
$1 Wage Hike Lowers Suicide Rates
$1 Wage Hike Lowers Suicide Rates, Social Determinants of Health.
Understanding Suicide Risk and Prevention
Suicide is a preventable public health threat requiring a multi-sectoral response.
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Indiana Youth Institute
Indiana Youth Institute’s mission “is to improve the lives of all Indiana children by strengthening and connecting the people, organizations, and communities that are focused on kids and youth.”
Indicators in Action
The ‘Data Action Mini Grant’ program will provide low barrier grants to collaborating partners which will help increase cross-system collaboration and facilitate the community response to needs and/or gaps identified through the Elkhart County Child Dashboard. Applicants may request up to $2,000. Two or more applicants can collaborate for collaborative action based upon one or more data indicators and increase the grant request. By leveraging the ‘Data Action Mini Grant’ program partners can have a platform that helps to inform community goals and creates a stronger sustainability platform for their programs.
For a copy of the 1-page proposal template click here or email David Wiegner.