American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Wisconsin Chapter

09/09/2026

Learning su***de warning signs can be lifesaving — and it'll only take a few moments of your day. 💙

This ***dePreventionMonth, we want to remind you that while there is no single cause for su***de, there are warning signs — like a change in behavior or the presence of entirely new behaviors. Learning these signs can save lives.

For more information, visit afsp.org/signs

09/09/2026

After unexpectedly losing her brother Grant to su***de, Devin was left wondering “Why do people take their lives?”

Devin didn’t believe that people like Grant — a successful chef with many friends — took their lives.

Being a mother pushed Devin to search for answers, allowing her to explore resilience, su***de prevention, and self-efficacy.

See what Devin learned and read the rest of her story:

My brother Grant was to arrive in Denver on Wednesday, August 27th to visit me. But two days earlier, he died by su***de.

09/07/2026

It can be hard to talk about your mental health, particularly if you’re struggling. Remember, your loved ones want to be there for you through the hard times. 🫂

This ***dePreventionMonth, we are here to remind you that reaching out for help by having a with someone in your life is a necessary step to take in feeling better. It’s also a strong thing to do.

For more tips, visit afsp.org/realconvo 🔗

If you or a loved one is at risk for su***de, dial 988 or text TALK to 741741.

09/07/2026

Dylan was ten years old when he lost his father to su***de.

"In a way, losing someone when you’re a kid really isn’t that much different than being an adolescent or adult, I imagine: the whole world as you knew it has ended. It’s like everything you knew, planned, imagined, and depended upon has unalterably changed forever; but then you look around and the world somehow keeps spinning like nothing has changed at all."

To this day, Dylan still struggles to answer questions like "How did it feel to be a kid and lose your parent in this way?" or "What can a kid do to cope with this loss?" The one thing he does know is that no one is ever alone and to take everything one moment at a time.

Read Dylan's story:

In a way, losing someone when you’re a kid really isn’t that much different than being an adolescent or adult, I imagine: the whole world as you knew it has ended. It’s like everything you knew, planned, imagined, and depended upon has unalterably changed forever.

09/06/2026

Volunteer with us at an Out of the Darkness Walk!

When you volunteer at any of our community Out of the Darkness Walks, you’ll get one of our NEW volunteer T-shirts! 👕✨

We need volunteers at every walk for setup, takedown, check-in, cheering on participants, and everything in between. There’s a place for everyone to get involved!

Ready to join us? When you register for a walk, you can indicate that you’re interested in volunteering—or email [email protected] to get connected. ***de

09/06/2026

September 6th-12th, 2026 is ***dePreventionWeek. On this , Horowitz provides advice to parents who are worried about their children and discusses appropriate ways to address su***de risk.

This is "Horowitz - How Parents Can Talk to Kids about Su***de" by AFSP on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

09/05/2026

It's officially Community Walks season! 💙

More than 400 communities across the country are coming together to walk for su***de prevention.

Join the movement and register for an Community Walk at afsp.org/wisconsinwalks. Can't make it? Consider donating.

09/04/2026

Gun Storage Check Week takes place from September 1-7 and is a critical reminder that fi***rm owners and people that live in households with fi***rms must take action to protect against su***de. 💙

Over half of all su***de deaths in the U.S. occur with a fi***rm. Yet we know there are measures that can reduce the risk of su***de for someone in crisis. From offering su***de prevention education for retailers, range owners and fi***rms owners to encouraging safe storage, there are actions we can take to save lives.

Learn more at afsp.org/fi***rms