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New Jersey Chapter of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (AFSP). The leading national not-for-profit organization dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research, education, and advocacy. AFSP.org/NewJersey
📢 ICYMI: The Bergen County Community Chest recognized Glen Rock Police Officer Matt Stanislao as a 2025 Community Action Hero for bridging law enforcement & mental health. 👮♂️
A social worker & filmmaker, he creates PSAs raising awareness of Bergen County’s resources. 🎬👏
🔗 https://bit.ly/3Li2o5C
When grief asks a lot of us, we must remember to recharge. Rest allows us to find our strength again. 🌱🫂
Find a #SurvivorDay event near you to connect with suicide loss survivors and find understanding and hope through your shared experience. Register: afsp.org/survivorday
You are strong for reaching out for help. 🫶
If you're struggling today, there is support available. You can always call 988 or text TALK to 741741 – both available 24/7, 365 days a year. You are not alone. 💙
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day connects loss survivors to find understanding and hope through their shared experiences.
Recognizing that everyone grieves differently, #SurvivorDay is a reminder that no one is alone and there's hope.
Join us: https://bit.ly/498PaPQ
Indigenous communities experience disproportionate rates of trauma, mental illness, and more, stemming from a lack of culturally competent mental health care. Addressing these gaps in care is crucial in creating pathways of healing and liberation.
Read: https://bit.ly/49nPYmB
There may be many frightening things this season, but talking about suicide doesn't have to be one of them. 💙👻
Having a #RealConvo and asking someone directly if they are thinking about suicide will not make them suicidal and can actually help.
Visit afsp.org/realconvo
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., making suicide prevention research critical.
As the largest private funder of suicide prevention research, AFSP is shaping suicide prevention strategies worldwide.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
AFSP began with a small group of researchers and family members hoping to advance the suicide prevention field.
Today, we lead a network of scientists who put impactful new strategies to save lives and spread hope into action.
Learn more: afsp.org/research
Huge thanks to volunteer Angela Gualdino for bringing AFSP NJ resources & programs to the William Paterson Mental Wellness Walk on Oct 21! 💙
A beautiful day of connection, support & breaking the stigma around mental health.
#AFSPNJ #HopeStartsWithUs
Dr. Jill and Chris Munden, AFSP’s Senior Manager of Research & Dissemination, discuss some of the research that has shown that suicide can be prevented and share some of the practical methods that may help someone in a crisis.💙
Listen: https://bit.ly/4ocDcMt
Ask Dr. Jill: https://afsp.org/AskDrJill
AFSP NJ visited Mercer County Technical School in Pennington to share suicide prevention info & resources with students.
Thanks to their counselor for inviting us after meeting at NJSCA — & to volunteer James Orrange for connecting with such an amazing group! 💙
#HopeStartsWithUs #AFSPNJ
Many programs and policies are developed without direct input from the communities they strive to support. The Upright was created to change that.
Learn more about The Upright during our online summit tomorrow, October 28th. Register: https://www.addevent.com/event/MR24735018
When AFSP was founded, barely any research was being done to study the problem of suicide.
Today, an entire field exists of suicide prevention research, and AFSP leads the way in shaping suicide prevention strategies around the world.💙
Learn more: afsp.org/research
You are strong for:
💙 Embracing vulnerability
💙 Being honest about your emotions
💙 Talking about your mental health
Thanks to research, we know lifesaving information like:
💙 Placing prevention programs in communities lowers their suicide rates
💬 Asking someone if they’re thinking about suicide won’t lead them to take their life
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
Your well-being is a priority, not an afterthought.💙
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Together, we can offer support and encourage healing, so no one ever has to feel alone. 🫶
Share this reminder with someone you care about.
If you are struggling, please dial 988 or text TALK to 741741 to talk to someone who cares.
Research saves lives.
Research has taught us that:
🧠 There are brain function elements that make decision-making hard for those in crisis
💙 Treatments exist that have been proven to help those who don't want to live
Learn more: afsp.org/research
#Science2StopSuicide
We’re grateful to have Board Members Lori, Nicole & Volunteer Colleen representing AFSP New Jersey at #NJSBAWorkshop2025 💙
She’s sharing our Prevention Education Programs with Board of Education members to bring mental health & suicide prevention resources to NJ schools.
#AFSPNewJersey
Sometimes a teen struggling with their mental health just wants to talk to someone who gets them — like another teen. 🤝 💙
Learn more about teen-to-teen crisis lines and this study: https://afsp.org/grant/evaluating-the-impact-of-teen-to-teen-crisis-lines
#Science2StopSuicide
We recently launched The Upright to address the critical gaps in access, effectiveness, and cultural relevance surrounding mental health, suicide prevention, and the lived experience of communities.
Learn more about The Upright and join us for The Summit at 2 pm ET on 10/28: https://bit.ly/4ql07Xh
Celina (AFSP NJ Fundraising Manager) & Bryan (Board Member) are representing AFSP NJ at the Connecting Communities Rooted In Resilience Conference for the NJ Task Force on Child Abuse & Neglect in East Brunswick—sharing resources & support for community resilience. 💙 #AFSPNJ
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Everyone struggles with their mental health at some point in their life — even the strong ones. 💙
Reach out to a loved one and have a #RealConvo about their mental health. You never know who may need your support.
It's okay if your grieving journey looks and feels different than others. Focus on yourself and give yourself grace during this difficult time.💙
For resources for survivors of suicide loss, visit afsp.org/suicideloss
AFSP NJ attended Stockton University’s IMALIVE Fair on 10/14 💙
Alongside NJMHA, we promoted mental health advocacy & suicide prevention—connecting students with valuable community resources and sharing AFSP info & materials.
At the first-ever Capitol Hill Fly-In, thirteen AFSP advocates met with their members of Congress and staff as they shaped federal funding priorities.
Read the story: https://afsp.org/story/first-ever-capitol-fly-in-event
Calling all #OutOfTheDarkness Walk VIPs!👋💙
Did you know AFSP has an Instagram Broadcast Channel where they share exclusive updates, tips, and reminders to our dedicated community of passionate walkers.
Join: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbZnnIJkuCUXcnhi/?igsh=MmNtcjg3OXhtaXUz
It may seem scary but asking someone directly if they are thinking about suicide will not make them suicidal and can actually help.
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The need for culturally competent care is real and urgent.
Too often, the unique mental health care needs of marginalized populations and communities aren't met. We must do better.
For resources, visit afsp.org/mental-health-resources-for-marginalized-communities/
Most U.S. mental health care is in English, yet many don’t speak it fluently.
Our latest guest on ""Strong Talk,"" Dr. Pierluigi Mancini, has been solving this since creating Georgia’s first Spanish-speaking mental health clinic in 1999.
Tune in: https://lnk.to/afsp-strong-talk-mancini
