HI, I’M JESS
I tragically lost my 56-year-old father, Leon, to death by suicide. One month LATER I LOST my 21-year-old brother, Justin, to the same tragedy.
This was the most devastating period of my life. I even contemplated suicide myself because the pain was unbearable. I had suffered from thoughts of suicide and post-traumatic stress disorder from this event and decided that I could not just sit on the sidelines and wait for someone to do something that I feel so called to do. Thankfully, I was able to find my way out of that darkness and make it to a place where I enjoy my life. So much so that I’m not just coping with life – I am thriving. I spent a great deal of time learning after the tragedies I experienced. Having traveled all over the world, reading books, attending seminars, attending retreats, workshops and all forms of grief counseling. I found the way out and I am here to share what worked for me and many others.
DURING MY EXPLORATION FOR HELP AND UNDERSTANDING REGARDING SUICIDE I REALIZED THAT THERE WAS NOT A FREE PROGRAM PAIRING NEUROPLASTICTY AND SUICIDE.
I feel a true calling to share the message that is in my heart because the fact that I am here is a miracle. This name is particularly significant to me and has an incredible purpose – Justin was my brother.
We will empower others to have the courage to roar, reach out and rise!
Suicide has a ripple-like effect and we seek to address the nightmare so many have gone through, are going through, and will go through.
For each suicide, It Is estimated that 135 people are AFFECTED BY the death.
This results in 5.5 million US residents being exposed to suicide in a given 12-month period.
130
SUICIDES PER DAy, on average
The rate is highest in middle-aged white men.
52.8%
Of suicide deaths were associated with firearms in 2020
93% of adults surveyed in the US think suicide can be prevented.
3.88x
MORE MEN DIE BY SUICIDE THAN WOMEN
The age-adjusted suicide rate in 2020 was 13.48 per 100,000 individuals.
BOARD MEMBERS
JESSICA GREENWALT
FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
After losing both her father and brother to suicide Jess formed Just in Time to Save a Life, (named after her brother, Justin), to help destigmatize mental health and spread awareness about neuroplasticity. She is a serial entrepreneur, a life coach, and the owner of the Hair Lab in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Michelle Eichler
FOUNDING MEMBER AND CHIEF OF COMMUNITY OUTREACH
In 2016, Michelle lost her husband to suicide and has dedicated her life to diminishing the stigma associated with seeking and receiving mental health support and having open conversations with society as a whole. Michelle’s purpose is to promote a collaborative relationship between the educational and local communities while simultaneously supporting those affected by suicide with validation and access to authentic resources.
CALEB SCOTT
FOUNDING MEMBER AND TREASURER
Caleb (he/him) was Justin Greenwalt’s best friend, fraternity brother, and classmate at Arkansas Tech University. Having suffered enough of his own battles with suicide, grief, and trauma, his core beliefs revolve around the importance of ease of access to mental health resources, reducing the cost of mental health treatments, and providing more awareness to help end the stigma that surrounds utilizing mental health resources.