At AFSP, our mission is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.

In support of National Mental Health Awareness Month and our theme of #MentalHealth4All, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is delighted to announce the launch of a new, nationwide interactive Read-Along program for young children, based on the children’s book, Gizmo’s Pawesome Guide to Mental Health©. This fun and engaging program, which promotes positive mental health habits and trusted-adult connections for elementary-aged children, is in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and the United Way of CT/2-1-1 on behalf of the CT Suicide Advisory Board (CTSAB).

Local AFSP staff and volunteers will lead in-person or virtual Read-Alongs of the illustrated book, which highlights a small dog, Gizmo, who shares a big message for mental health and hope. Gizmo offers guidance to children on how to recognize and cope with sad, mad and worried feelings and related behaviors, and makes managing their mental health – and knowing how and when to reach out to a trusted adult for further support – a simple, non-scary part of their everyday life.

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