@AFSP_GA

Georgia Chapter of @AFSPNational. If you are in crisis please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255), or text 741741

 Georgia, USA
afsp.org/georgia
Joined March 2011
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Our CEO, Bob Gebbia will be testifying at 10am ET today before the House of Representatives Labor-H Appropriations Subcommittee during the Mental Health Emergencies: Building a Robust Crisis Response System hearing. You can tune in here: youtube.com/watch?v=BDIiClM-…
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Today the House of Representatives passed a large group of mental health and suicide prevention legislation during Mental Health Awareness Month 👏
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May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth and we want you to know that it’s okay to ask about grief and loss. Here’s how to have the conversation with your community. #AlwaysAsk If you or someone you know needs support, text SHARE to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling.
"#AlwaysAsk" "I’m here to listen about anything you’d like to share. You deserve space to heal and talk." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

ALT "#AlwaysAsk" "I’m here to listen about anything you’d like to share. You deserve space to heal and talk." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

"#AlwaysAsk" "I care about your mental health. Losing someone can be a devastating and challenging process to navigate. There is no time stamp on healing." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

ALT "#AlwaysAsk" "I care about your mental health. Losing someone can be a devastating and challenging process to navigate. There is no time stamp on healing." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

"#AlwaysAsk" "Your feelings are valid. There is no "right" way to feel right now. Give yourself all the time you need." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

ALT "#AlwaysAsk" "Your feelings are valid. There is no "right" way to feel right now. Give yourself all the time you need." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

"#AlwaysAsk" "It's brave to reach out for help. It takes a lot of strength to speak up about how you're feeling. You deserve to heal." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

ALT "#AlwaysAsk" "It's brave to reach out for help. It takes a lot of strength to speak up about how you're feeling. You deserve to heal." is on a white background with light red horizontal and vertical line patterns.

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We are thrilled to honor Raymond & Mary Anne Burke the Survivors of Loss Lifesaver Award at our Lifesavers Gala on May 19th. 💙 Purchase your Lifesavers Gala tickets at afsp.org/gala
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This May, help make #MentalHealth4All happen! Visit our Action Center to see how you can advocate for better suicide prevention policies: afsp.org/actioncenter

Public policy action center

Our Action Center helps you stay up to date on the state and federal bills that need your support

afsp.org
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Today begins #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth! 💙 Join us as we share actions to support #MentalHealth4All and encourage our friends, family, and communities to get involved to prevent suicide. Learn more at afsp.org/mentalhealth4all
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#TalkSavesLives. #NOMV Suicide Prevention presentation by @AFSP_GA Registration link: tslmay6.attendease.com/ – at Georgia, USA
Talk saves lives virtual presentation Thursday May 6th 630-730 PM

ALT Talk saves lives virtual presentation Thursday May 6th 630-730 PM

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“It's important that we don't define the grieving process by these stages, but rather acknowledge that grief varies individual to individual.’ Our VP of Programs @hrpridgen shared strategies for coping w/the loss of loved one via @WomensHealthMag womenshealthmag.com/relation…

The 'Stages Of Grief' Won't Happen The Same Way For Everyone, Psychologists Say

You could be going through multiple grief stages right now.

womenshealthmag.com
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AFSP Georgia retweeted
Mike Lamma@MikeLamma21 Apr 2021
It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week. Check out my video saying thanks to all of our wonderful volunteers for all they do to carry out AFSP’s mission ⁦@afspnational⁩
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AFSP Georgia retweeted
Mike Lamma@MikeLamma16 Apr 2021
Check out my video promoting this year’s virtual Overnight. It’s a little different than the usual talking head stuff. If you are able please register for this year’s event ⁦@OvernightWalk⁩ ⁦@afspnational⁩
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Pick-up for @AFSP_GA #TasteofGeorgia2021. Delicious stuff in these great bags!
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Supporters in #Georgia, join our @AFSP_GA team today! theovernight.org/team/AFSP-G… I’m the captain! – at Georgia, USA
The Overnight Walk@OvernightWalk22 Feb 2021
Interested in joining The Overnight but not sure where to start? Give your Walker Coaches a call at 888-843-6837 or email us at coaches@theovernight.org
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What do #Veterans have to say about discussing firearms storage safety in primary care? Take a look at this #VisualAbstract and the article: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3350…
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AFSP Georgia retweeted
Roland Behm@rjbehm22 Feb 2021
Replying to @AFSP_GA
@AFSP_GA Potentially significant finding. May be worth a retweet.
Nat'l Ctr. for PTSD@VA_PTSD_Info22 Feb 2021
.@RLMikeEsterman and team found that #Veterans with a past #suicide attempt show unique resting #fMRI profiles. They identified the #amygdala and a #temporal lobe region as potential hubs w/ widespread effects across #brain networks. @davidrothlein @RestnBrainSndrm @DannyLBoston
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This is an excellent interview by @stuwinborne, our @AFSP_GA Area Director. Thanks @GoodDayAtlanta! – at Loganville, GA
AFSP Georgia@AFSP_GA9 Feb 2021
Thank you @GoodDayAtlanta @FOX5Atlanta for talking with Area Director Stuart Winborne this morning about the important work we do. We appreciate you sharing your loss with us, @KatieBFOX5 💕 fox5atlanta.com/video/898865
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The @AFSP_GA Virtual State Capitol was so well done! Looking forward to following up with my legislators. #advocacy #georgia #teamwork
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February 5 @AFSP_GA will be hosting the 2021 Georgia State Capitol Day Event for Suicide Prevention virtually! Today is the last day to register so learn more about the event and register here: ow.ly/BWvQ50DkV65
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Join @AFSP_GA for Georgia State Capitol Day on Friday, February 5, 2021 at 12 pm! This virtual event brings together passionate volunteers to advocate for state policy changes that will improve mental health and prevent suicide. Register by February 3: bit.ly/3pwN856.
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Just registered for the @afsp_ga #Atlanta walk -- this will be my 18th walk! do.nr/5p75c via @DonorDrive
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Congrats on the recognition @AFSP_GA! Thanks for all that you do to support individuals, families, and the community.
AFSP Georgia@AFSP_GA24 Jan 2021
The conclusion of #afsp21 ! The Georgia Chapter celebrated the #1 Campus Walk (UGA), #1 Community Walk (Georgia Experience) in conjunction with Chicago, the social media award, AND the OUTSTANDING CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARD!! We are so proud of everything we achieved this year.
We were able to pull together a small outdoor, masked, socially distant except for this photo watch party with some of the members on our board of directors.

ALT We were able to pull together a small outdoor, masked, socially distant except for this photo watch party with some of the members on our board of directors.

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