Suicide has impacted many families in Northern Michigan, like the Wardies, on a personal level.
Friends and family of those who have died by suicide have a special day to gather together known as International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day on Nov. 17.
The is hosting an event at New Hope Community Church in Williamsburg from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 17 to create a safe space for survivors of suicide loss. A light lunch will be provided at the end.
It will include a short screening of the Journey Documentary Series, which tells the real stories of people who lost a loved one to suicide. .
Janeen and Ron Wardie are field advocates for the AFSP who lost their son to suicide. They say a recent awareness walk in Traverse Ctiy has raised nearly $90,000 for educational training programs.
Talk Saves Lives is one such preventative program, which covers the warning signs and strategies to prevent suicide.
ASFP also offers education for school personnel, teen depression and parent education. To ask a volunteer to come speak at your business, school, veteran organization, or event, email AFSP here .
If you or a loved one needs resources, contact the at 1-800-273-8255.
Or if it is an emergency, contact 911.
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