The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is offering a comprehensive, hands-on training program to help survivors learn about creating and facilitating a support group for those who have been affected by a suicide loss.

Psychologist Jack Jordon and Doreen Schultz Marshall, formerly associate director of the Link’s National Resource Center for Suicide Prevention and Aftercare, will conduct the training.

The two-day program combines lectures, interactive discussion and role-playing with feedback. The program is appropriate for both survivors who would like to start a new group, as well as those who currently facilitate a group and would like to increase their knowledge and skills. Mental health professionals are also welcome.

The training will be held on Friday and Saturday, April 11 and 12, at the Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland. Space is limited for this training and registration is required by Friday, March 28. Call 822-9989, or send an e-mail to [email protected], for more information.

Go online to www.afsp.org to learn more about the foundation for suicide prevention.