Finding Hope: Guidance for Supporting Those At Risk, is a 90-minute presentation that provides in-depth, practical information for those supporting someone with lived experience. This program offers education and resources on the process of recovery after a suicidal crisis, warning signs to look out for, planning for safety, and crisis response. It also addresses the different treatment levels in the realm of mental health, and how participants can practice self-care as they support someone in their lives at risk for suicide. This program is offered by trained presenters through AFSP’s chapters and is solely available for communities in an in-person setting. The target audience for this program is loved ones and supporters of those with lived experience, and community members interested in a more in-depth education program.

Speakers

Deanna Finizio joined the New Jersey Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) in July of 2022. As the Programs Manager, Deanna is responsible for implementing, recruiting, and training volunteers to deliver AFSP’s Prevention Education programs throughout the state. 
 
Before Deanna became a full-time staff member at AFSP NJ, she volunteered with the chapter for 5 years, assisting with the AFSP NJ Out of the Darkness Community Walks throughout the state. Deanna holds a bachelor’s degree in public health from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. In her spare time, Deanna loves to take long walks with her dog and bake sweet treats.