January 14, 2024
How rural communities are tackling a suicide and depression crisis among farmers
PBS special correspondent Megan Thompson interviewed Farmer Angel Network (FAN) founders, Brenda Statz, Randy Roecker, and Dorothy Harms in her report on tackling suicide and depression among farmers. FAN partners are also included in the news story including:
Todd Wuerger, Sauk Prairie Healthcare Foundation
Dan Muxfeld, Mental Health First Aid trainer
Karen Endres, Wisconsin Farm Center - Farmer Wellness Program
Megan Wolf, Southwest Counseling
Special thanks to Kurt Wenger, Drop Frame Productions in Prairie du Sac, WI, who videoed some of the footage at our local events.
We appreciate all of those who help us bring awareness to the struggles our farming community is facing. Learn more at farmerangelnetwork.com.
