Jefferson County groups schedule Suicide Prevention Month events
Events planned for September include a suicide prevention walk in Clayton, a weeklong chalk activity and a color run at Thompson Park.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
The Jefferson County Suicide Prevention Coalition has planned several events in September for Suicide Prevention Month, including a walk, a weeklong sidewalk-chalk activity and a color run.
The Suicide Prevention Walk is scheduled for Sept. 20 at the Clayton Volunteer Fire Department. Registration begins at 11 a.m., and the walk starts at noon. The color run is planned for Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. at Thompson Park in partnership with Chosen Home in Jefferson County. Proceeds from participation fees will support local education and resources. Information and registration are available at JeffersonCountySuicidePrevention.com.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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