When I read this letter and saw the line that said "And we should all know more about the larger issue of suicide and how to prevent it" I took this as my que to do exactly that.
My name is Joan Spencer and I lost my 16 year old son, Jeffrey Taylor, to suicide a year ago September. Since then I've been a volunteer for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and they offer trainings on exactly that. I will contact the regional director and see about getting trainings down here for the community. As you have just seen, suicide affects not only the families but the community.
Through education you will be empowered by having the knowledge to know 'How to Save a Life' ....my son's favorite song...
J
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