Osseo Post 172 to host VA suicide-prevention training

By Janet Lorenzo

OSSEO — Veterans and supporters of veterans from all across the state are welcome to come to Osseo-Maple Grove Post 172 on Thursday, Nov. 30, for suicide prevention training.

As a bonus, wings will be provided to attendees. There is no fee to attend.

The training will be the VA S.A.V.E. program. It runs from 5 to 6 p.m. The acronym stands for:

Signs of suicidal thinking should be recognized.

Ask the most important question of all.

Validate the Veteran’s experience.

Encourage treatment and expedite getting help.

The post is at 260 Fourth Ave. SE in Osseo. Click here to see the Eventbrite page. The flier is below: