Letter to the Editor: 'Suicide' Was Just a Word to Me
Brookfield resident will travel to Washington in support of suicide prevention.
Dear Editor,
A year and a half ago “suicide” was just a word to me. That was before my brother took his own life. Now that word has inspired action, inspired me to make suicide prevention my life’s mission. Sadly, as the 10th leading cause of death, suicide continues to take an enormous toll on families, friends and entire communities.
That is why on Thursday, February 9,I will be traveling to our nation’s capital to meet with my members of Congress and urge their support of legislation furthering suicide prevention, education and research. My involvement is part of a national movement coordinated by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) as part of their Annual Advocacy Forum. Hundreds of advocates from across the country will meet with their members of Congress that day and encourage their support for suicide prevention.
Even if you haven’t been personally affected by suicide, please take a moment to visit www.afsp.org and learn how you can get involved here in Connecticut.
Sincerely,
Michelle Moore
Brookfield, CT
Patti
2:18 pm on Thursday, February 2, 2012
I was honored to walk beside you in NYC and Brookfield to honor your brother and my stepson. Am very proud of your continued efforts, Michelle.
Michelle Leo
6:55 pm on Thursday, February 2, 2012
Your efforts are very much appreciated. Anything to prevent this from happening will be well worth it. Not only is suicide not the answer, the wake of grief and disruption of lives to those left behind can never be underestimated. Thank you and bless you.