Whether you’re here because you’ve lost a loved one to suicide or because someone you care about has, we’re sorry that you have had to come find us.
The resources listed here are some that have helped us and people we know in the wake of a suicide loss. If you have a resource you think we should add, drop us a line.
Most importantly, if you are feeling suicidal or concerned that someone you care about is suicidal:
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and you will be connected with mental health professionals
Text “HOME” to 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line
Other resources:
AFSP
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention offers a variety of post-vention services.
Other Support Groups
- A local group we recommend is held in Wesport CT on the third Monday of every month. They are on Zoom now. For more information email us.
- Alliance for Hope Online Support Group
Support for Children
Comfort Zone Camp
Bereavement camp for children and young adults (up to age 26) offers several weekend retreats across the U.S. for children who have lost a sibling or parent/caregiver. They occasionally offer one-day workshops and programs specifically geared to families with suicide loss.
Camp Kita
We learned about this bereavement camp for children through another loss survivor.
Books
Touched By Suicide: Hope and Healing After Loss by Michael F. Myers, M.D. and Carla Fine. Gotham Books, 2006.
The ultimate guide for survivors of suicide loss. Includes extensive resources.
Articles
“The Urge to End It – Understanding Suicide” by Scott Anderson. New York Times Magazine, July 6, 2008.
In this Times Magazine cover story the author interviews survivors of failed suicide attempts to understand the motivations and mindset of suicidal people and possible prevention options.
“Why Suicide Has Become Epidemic and What We Can Do to Help” by Tony Dokoupil. Newsweek, May 23, 2013.
Some unconventional research on the drive to suicide.