Celebrity musicians come together to help area charity reach out in time of crisis.
ARLINGTON, VA (Jan. 9, 2009)--The band Low Stars and Friends Jay Nash and Counting Crows David Immergluck and Charlie Gillingham will make several appearances in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 19 & 20, 2009 to support the launch of CrisisLink's "Friend" campaign.
The Friend campaign encourages individuals and organizations throughout the community to pledge to be a friend when someone they know is facing a hard time and give the number, or make the call to 1-800-273-TALK. Free and confidential help is available 24/7.
"As a band, and as individuals, we have collaborated on many projects over the years, but this campaign stood out to us in a very compelling way," explains Low Stars Chris Seefried of the Low Stars. "To say we are profoundly excited to support the awareness of a 'lifeline' to those facing crisis would be an understatement. Whenever possible, we all have an obligation to be a friend when one is needed."
The musicians will be featured performers at the All American Inaugural Ball, and will use the appearance to promote the Friend campaign. CrisisLink has been named the official charity of the All American Inaugural Ball. Visit http://www.allamericanball.com/entertainment.html for details.
Top Chef 4 Contestant Spike Mendelsohn and his new Washington, D.C. restaurant Good Stuff Eatery will host a special daytime performance by Low Stars and Friends Jay Nash and Counting Crows David Immergluck and Charlie Gillingham on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to promote the Friend campaign. Fans are encouraged to stop by to meet the band and learn more about the Friend campaign.
IndieBleu Artists and the Atlas Performing Arts Center are hosting an Amazing Evening with Low Stars and Friends Jay Nash and Counting Crows David Immergluck and Charlie Gillingham for 250 lucky fans at 8 p.m. on Mon., Jan. 19, 2009, as a pre-Inauguration Celebration and to help promote the Friend campaign. Tickets are $20 and are available online at http://atlasarts.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=170714.
The Low Stars are a founding member of the Friend campaign. They will write and produce the exclusive song associated with the campaign in 2009. Royalties from sales of the song will be donated to CrisisLink. Visit http://www.myspace.com/lowstars for details.
Why the Friend Campaign?
In these times of economic turmoil, information overload and round-the-clock stress, many people feel more isolated than ever. Despite being available 24/7, we often feel disconnected, facing fears and painful times alone. Stress, anxiety, depression, and even suicide are taking their toll on youth and people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds.
More people die by suicide than by homicide in the U.S. Depression and suicide are serious concerns in our region and across the nation. More than 45 million Americans will suffer from clinical depression at some point in their lives, and an estimated 30% of all clinically depressed individuals attempt suicide. In the United States, suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for youth aged 15 to 24, the 2nd leading cause for college aged youth, and the 11th leading cause of death overall.
But often all it takes is hearing a caring voice to remind people there is a way through these challenging times. CrisisLink offers a way to connect with someone who will listen with compassion and understanding 24/7. CrisisLink gives people the support they need to get through tough times, and helps save lives and prevent tragedies every day.
By pledging to be a friend, people are making the commitment to reach out and help a friend in need or to make the call themselves in a time of crisis.
For those needing someone to talk to, or for friends worried about someone and trying to figure out what to do, a free and confidential service is available 24/7. Simply call 1-800-273-TALK and you will be connected to someone who can help.
CrisisLink answers calls to 1-800-273-TALK made from Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, and provides back-up service for our six state region. Calls made from other parts of the country are routed to the nearest accredited crisis center participating in the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network. CrisisLink’s Hotline can also be reached by calling 703-527-4077.
Visit www.friendcampaign.org to take the pledge today and to learn more about how you can help a friend in need and support CrisisLink or your local crisis center.
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