There is something to be said about a mother’s intuition. Sandy Fisher knew something was wrong the day her 18-year-old son, Scott Junior, died by suicide. He had just entered college. Now, after 18 years of grieving his loss, and even an attempted suicide herself, she is courageously sharing her experience and knowledge. Her mission? To help students, parents, friends, and educators recognize the warning signs, ask the right questions, and seek help. 

Dial 988: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Suicide prevention and educational resources shared in this podcast:

• Maine Suicide Prevention: NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): namimaine.org
• American Foundation of Suicide Prevention: afsp.org
• Suicide Prevention/Education in Maine Schools: namimaine.org/suicide-prevention/suicide-prevention-in-schools

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Holding the Light is an original, monthly podcast created and hosted by Monica and Colby Charette, edited and produced by Monica Charette, with support from Julia Vigue and Sophia Speeckaert. EMAIL US ([email protected]) with questions, comments, or a request to join us as a guest. We also welcome you to visit us at ShineOnCass (www.shineoncass.org) where our family continues to Shine the Light of Cassidy.

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