Join Bill Spadea to Walk for Suicide Prevention and Awareness

Lace up and walk to support suicide awareness and prevention this fall with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention!

Whether it's the stress from a high risk job, a family disruption or a mental health issue, people need help and my friends at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention are doing just that. You know I don't get involved in strictly 'awareness' campaigns. I know you are aware of the epidemic of suicide, especially the disturbing trend among young people.

What we need is action. And that action is to make sure those who need help are aware of the resources available to them, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to action and offering actual solutions to save lives. To that end, they are sponsoring walks throughout New Jersey.

Friends and family of someone who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts often aren't sure how to lend support beyond reassuring that person how important they are to you. Participating in a walk is a simple to show solidarity, fight the stigma of mental health issues, and raise awareness about prevention.

There's a walk near you and we need your help. Join me on Saturday, Sept. 21 in Chatham for the Out of Darkness walk.  If you can't make that one, here's a list of others happening nearby:

• Sept. 14: Eastern Essex County
• Sept. 28: Hamilton (Veterans Park)
• Oct. 13: Hazlet
• Oct. 20: West Essex/Verona Park
• Nov. 3: Middlesex/Thompson Park

Click here for more details and to sign up!