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NY FarmNet: Preserving More Than Just Farms

Running a farm, no matter the size, requires more work than many people realize. While it is important to maintain land, equipment, livestock and crops, there is one aspect of farming that is often overlooked. Mental health in the agricultural industry carries a stigma in which asking for help is viewed as weak. Although farms need to be preserved, so do people. This is the purpose of NY FarmNet.

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Survivors of Suicide, NY FarmNet, Webinar Patrick Fannon Survivors of Suicide, NY FarmNet, Webinar Patrick Fannon

Survivors of Suicide Webinar - NY FarmNet

Moderator: Audrey McDougal | Panelists: Karen Heisig, Jeff Winton, Karl Czymmek

Losing a loved one to suicide can be a profoundly painful and isolating experience. The complexity of the emotions can feel overwhelming, and often surviving friends, family, and co-workers struggle to know who to talk to. Learn about common emotions and challenges, the grief journey, and what can help. Hear the stories from several survivors of loss and how they coped.

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