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SPAN USA/AFSP Engaged in
Health Reform Conversation

SPAN USA, a division of AFSP, has issued a White Paper entitled, Suicide Prevention and Health Care Reform, identifying five key policy priorities that focus upon suicide prevention's place in the health reform conversation.

Legislative Process Webinar

 “Federal and State Legislative Process for Suicide Prevention Practitioners” was presented by SPAN USA, a division of AFSP: Brian Altman, Director of Public Policy and Program Development, who provided insight on the federal process, while Jason H. Padgett, Director of Community and Grassroots Outreach, outlined state legislative processes. For more information and to access the recording, please click here. This webinar was co-sponsored by the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC).

Brochure for Military
Families Available

The Suicide Prevention Action Network USA (SPAN USA) and TriWest Healthcare Alliance have recently created a new brochure to educate former and active members of the military and their families about warning signs of suicide and treatment options. Click here to view and download the brochure, Suicide Prevention for Military Families: What You Need to Know about Warning Signs and Getting Help. The brochure is also available for purchase (cost of shipping only) through the SPAN USA Marketplace.

Listen and Act
to Prevent Suicide
During the Economic Crisis

The current state of the economy is certainly weighing heavily on the minds of Americans and people around the world.  Media coverage of the economic crisis has included a wave of stories about an increase in the suicide rate, both nationally and internationally. Click here for a helpful resource from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).