MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - Preventing the loss of life through personal story. That’s the goal of the Vermont Department of Health in the capital city on Thursday afternoon.

People listened to speakers about their stories of hope and recovery at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Montpelier.

It’s part of the FacingSuicideVT campaign partnering with the health department, with help from a CDC grant.

Listeners also had access to mental health and prevention resources in addition to hearing stories of survival.

Jen Matony, who is a suicide loss survivor, says connecting with others who have shared a similar experience can be critical.

“When that happens, we can really let people know that this is ok to talk about, this is really important to talk about, and that hopefully you, like many of us, wil

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