Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Mental Health Matters in Davidson
Founded in 2012, Davidson LifeLine emerged from a community tragedy that highlighted urgent mental health needs in Davidson, NC. Our mission centers on dismantling stigma through evidence-based programs like QPR suicide prevention training and community partnerships with healthcare providers, schools, and mental health professionals. We specialize in fostering resilience through youth initiatives such as Sources of Strength, while maintaining a network of local mental health resources.With over a decade of experience, our team combines grassroots community engagement with professional expertise in behavioral health. We operate through grants and donations, maintaining transparency in our operations while collaborating with organizations like Atrium Health and Mental Health America. Our approach emphasizes compassionate connection as a foundation for systemic change in mental health awareness.
Services
Mental Health Awareness Programs
Suicide Prevention Training
Community Partnerships
Resource Referrals
Youth Resilience Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We implement evidence-based QPR suicide prevention training programs
- Our community partnerships include Atrium Health and Mental Health America
- We offer free mental health resource referrals and crisis support guidance
- Our youth programs are integrated with local schools and educators
- We maintain a comprehensive directory of Lake Norman area mental health professionals
Services
Mental Health Awareness Programs
Our awareness initiatives combat mental health stigma through community workshops and educational campaigns. We collaborate with local organizations to deliver evidence-based content that promotes understanding of mental health challenges. These programs specifically target residents of Davidson and Lake Norman areas, providing practical tools for recognizing mental health crises.
Suicide Prevention Training
We deliver Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) training to equip community members with life-saving intervention skills. This 90-minute program teaches recognition of suicide warning signs and effective response techniques. Our certified trainers bring this critical education to schools, churches, and local businesses throughout the region.
Community Partnerships
We maintain strategic partnerships with healthcare providers, schools, and mental health professionals to create comprehensive support systems. These collaborations enhance service delivery through shared resources and expertise. Our network includes Atrium Health, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, and Mental Health America of the Greater Carolinas.
Resource Referrals
Our resource directory connects individuals with qualified mental health professionals in the Lake Norman area. We maintain updated listings of counselors, therapists, and treatment centers to facilitate access to care. This service includes both private practitioners and institutional providers across multiple specialties.
Youth Resilience Initiatives
We implement youth suicide prevention programs in local schools through the Sources of Strength model. This initiative builds protective factors through peer mentorship and adult connections. Participating schools include W.A. Hough High School and Davidson K-8, focusing on developing healthy coping mechanisms in young people.
People
Diana Merrifield
President
Diana Merrifield leads Davidson LifeLine's strategic direction while serving as Elder at Davidson College Presbyterian Church. Her community leadership experience informs our organization's approach to mental health advocacy and partnership development.
Jennifer Goodrich
Vice President
As founder of SoGoLiving, LLC, Jennifer Goodrich brings entrepreneurial expertise to our board. Her business acumen strengthens our organizational operations and community outreach initiatives through practical, sustainable strategies.
Leslie Willis
Treasurer
Leslie Willis contributes financial oversight with her experience as Davidson Parks and Recreation Director. Her administrative expertise ensures responsible stewardship of our organization's resources and grant funding.
Karen Klemm
Secretary
Karen Klemm provides clinical perspective as a guidance counselor at Bailey Middle School. Her frontline experience with adolescent mental health directly informs our youth-focused programs and school partnerships.
Lynn Hennighausen
Executive Board Advisor
Lynn Hennighausen shares expertise from co-founding WholeHealth Sport and serving as national MHFA trainer. Her professional background enhances our training programs and community mental health intervention approaches.
Questions
What mental health resources do you provide?
We maintain a comprehensive directory of Lake Norman mental health professionals and connect individuals with appropriate care providers through our resource referral service.
Do you offer suicide prevention training?
Yes, we provide QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) training to equip community members with evidence-based suicide intervention skills through certified instructors.
How can youth access support programs?
Local schools implement our Sources of Strength program, which builds youth resilience through peer mentorship and adult connections in Davidson area educational institutions.
What community partnerships do you maintain?
We collaborate with Atrium Health, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, Mental Health America, and local mental health professionals to create comprehensive support networks.
How is your organization funded?
Davidson LifeLine operates through grants and community donations as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting mental health initiatives in Davidson, NC.
