FLORENCE, S.C. -- Nonprofit organization, Mind That Matters, hosted a candlelight vigil in recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness month on Sept. 19.

Attendees lit candles and stood together to remember those lost from suicide. The organization also shared tips and resources on prevention and mental health in effort to aid the attendees in how to help members of communities, according to the organization in a press release.

A Mind That Matter is a local nonprofit that connects individuals with affordable and accessible mental health resources.

Florence Mayor Lethonia Barnes signed and presented an official Suicide Prevention Proclamation which was read aloud at the event.

Dr. Farrah Hughes of Hope Health spoke at the event as well to speak about the importance of having conversatio

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