Stories about AFSP South Carolina
Bringing the Interactive Screening Program to South Carolina
As an adult, working as a social worker in a mental health setting, I lost a colleague to suicide. It made me realize that suicide can affect anyone – even a mental health provider may struggle.
Introducing AFSP’s Newest Public Policy Council Members: What Advocacy Means to Them
In June of 2021, the Council welcomed three new council members: Alex Byrd Spencer (Sacramento, CA); Corbin Standley (Lansing, MI); and Jennifer Butler (Columbia, SC). Each have served on Chapter Boards, organized walks and other events, and shared their personal connections to the cause as field advocates.
Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Advocates Gather in Columbia
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States and in South Carolina.
Mental Health Advocates to Visit Columbia
Suicide is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States and in South Carolina.
Advocates To Visit Charleston To Be The Voice For Suicide Prevention
West Virginians with mental health and substance use conditions are facing significant barriers in accessing mental health care and coverage.