Stafford Township recently hosted a Suicide Prevention Workshop in collaboration with the New Jersey Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). This 60 minute educational program provided participants with the most up-to-date research on suicide prevention, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to help save lives within their communities.

During the workshop, participants learned about common risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide, as well as actionable steps they can take if they recognize someone in distress. The presentation emphasized the importance of protective factors, crisis intervention, and open conversations to help individuals in need.

For those who were unable to attend, the New Jersey AFSP has provided valuable resources to help further educate and prepare community members:

📌 Risk Factors, Protective Factors, and Warning Signs
📌 What to Do When Someone is at Risk
📌 Talk Away the Dark PSA
📌 Suicide Prevention Resources
📌 Learning More About Mobile Crisis Response Teams (MCRT)

Additionally, you can access the New Jersey AFSP Brochure here and the New Jersey AFSP Fact Sheet here for more information.

We appreciate everyone who joined us for this important discussion and encourage all residents to stay informed, be vigilant, and support one another. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available—you are not alone. 💙

If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741