American Legion Post 47 hosts event aimed at reducing rate of suicide

American Legion Post 47 in Holliston, will host “Be The One: 90 Minutes To Save A Veteran’s
Life”, which is aimed at reducing the number of lives lost to suicide. The American Legion is
leading a nationwide effort — Be the One— to eliminate the stigma related to mental health
treatment, and in turn, lower the number of people who die by suicide every day.

The number of veterans who die by suicide every day is estimated at between 17 and 22. The
American Legion has elevated Be the One to be its primary mission, empowering veterans,
servicemembers, their family members and civilians to act appropriately when a veteran may
be at risk. This event intends to bring more awareness to the problem while providing resources
to those who may be able to help save the life of a veteran. Sadly, the statistics apply to more
than just veterans therefore the Holliston American Legion is extending the invitation to our
community’s first responders.

The event will be held at the Holliston Senior Center, where Professor Adam Lesser of Columbia
University will join via Zoom to discuss the issue at hand and introduce the audience to the
Columbia Protocol. There is also an option to join the Zoom meeting remotely, however we
would love to see you in person to raise awareness of this critical issue. Refreshments will be
served.

Date: November 12
Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM
Presentation begins at 7:00 PM
Location: Holliston Senior Center 150 Goulding Street Holliston
About the event:
To attend remotely via Zoom on the evening of the event:
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/my/adamlesser

For more details on the Be the One mission, please visit betheone.org.
Contact: Kriss Westland
American Legion Post 47 Holliston, MA
Email: kristine.westland@gmail.com
Phone: 774-217-1607

About The American Legion
The American Legion is the largest wartime veterans service organization with more than 1.6
million members in roughly 12,000 posts across the nation. Chartered by Congress in 1919, The
American Legion is committed to mentoring youth and sponsoring wholesome community
programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security and
continued devotion to servicemembers and veterans. Learn more at legion.org.

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