Did you know that the state of Montana has one of the highest suicide rates in the nation, according to the statistics of the last several years? Did you know that in the US, veterans are dying of suicide at a rate of 18 per day? This statistic is down from 22 per day a decade ago. We, as citizens, need to intercede in order to save our friends and family from this fate.

If you would like to learn more about how to help those in your circle of friends, you may be interested to know that the Veterans Administration is providing a Suicide Prevention Class at the American Legion Post 42 in Townsend Mt.

The class is free and while some of it is geared for veterans, the majority of the class is general and applies to all. The class will be held on Saturday January 20, at 0900 at American Legion Post 42 in Townsend, MT. 211 Broadway St.

We are hoping that many of you will attend. We’ll have free coffee and donuts.