IT'S COMPLICATED
A Hurricane of the Horrific
Weathering the storm of suicide loss can seem like drowning in never-ending waves of grief. You are not alone. Resources are available and accessible to help you heal and provide a lifeline of hope and support.
When you experience close loss through suicide, you are at risk for complicated or unresolved grief. Having information can help.
Knowing predictive patterns can equip you (like adding plywood sheets over fragile glass windows) when gale-force winds of sorrow batter your mind and soul.
SHELTER FROM THE STORM
Compassionate Support | Resources
Carson's Village is a first-of-its-kind non profit that helps families get organized after the sudden loss of a loved one. Offering a free digital library of resources as well as virtual support to walk families through what needs to be done from the passing to the funeral.
Helping a Survivor Heal
10 MINUTE READ
This article from the Survivors of Suicide website is to help those who have lost a loved one to suicide and resolve their grief.
Find Local Support
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention lists local support groups as a public service to communities.
Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends website offers friendship, understanding, and hope to bereaved families. As well as providing site listings with similar mission.
Find Online Support
How to Help a Grieving Friend
The Alliance of Hope offers a culture of kindness and hope to those who have lost loved ones to suicide.
How to Help a Grieving Friend
How to Help a Grieving Friend
4 MINUTE VIDEO
From the folks at Refuge in Grief comes a 4 minute animation on how to help a friend during an unspeakable time of sorrow.
Lunchtime Grief Support
Lunchtime Grief Support
Lunchtime Grief Support
4th Thursday of the month
12:00 - 1:00
Visiting Nurse Association's Lunchtime Grief Support meetings provide an opportunity to hear a practical program about some aspect of the grief process, with time for questions and discussion.
MEETING ID: 880 6097 2096
Passcode: 887344
For more information contact: Sue Rafferty
Monthly Grief Support
Lunchtime Grief Support
Lunchtime Grief Support
2nd Monday of the month
1:00 - 2:00
In partnership with Methodist Hospital "Generations"
Register with the Generations for access to Support meetings. Provides an opportunity to hear a practical program about some aspect of the grief process, with time for questions and discussion.
For more information and passcode contact: Sue Rafferty
COMMUNITY GRIEF SUPPORT
Trinity Presbyterian Church
Christ United Methodist Church
Christ United Methodist Church
1st MONDAY 7:00-8:00 pm
In Person
Led by Touched by Suicide on the first Monday of each month. Joining community support for those that have been impacted with suicide loss. Facilitated by LaNelia Ramette.
5500 Morriss Road
Room 221
Flower Mound TX 75028
Email: tbs.ntx@gmail.com
Christ United Methodist Church
Christ United Methodist Church
Christ United Methodist Church
3rd Monday 7:00 pm
In Person
Support group facilitated by Margie Crews. Conducted for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meetings are non-denominational and meet on the third Monday of each month in the Religious Education Building.
Attendees must be 18 years old to attend. Facilitated by Larry and Carol Walker
6500 Crawford Rd
Denton TX 76226
Email: touchedbysuicideDenton@gmail.com
First Methodist Richardson
Christ United Methodist Church
First Methodist Richardson
2nd TUESDAY 6:30-8:30 pm
In Person
Facilitated through the Points of Light Ministry.
Individual conversations available via phone or Zoom.
503 N Central Expwy
Richardson TX 75080
Contact Terri Hartman
Email: terri1913@gmail.com
Trinity Presbyterian Church
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
First Methodist Richardson
2nd and 4th TUESDAY 7:00-8:30 pm
In Person
Partnered with the loss survivor support group, Touched By Suicide. The group is peer led, and non-denominational.
1452 W Southlake Blvd
Southlake TX 76092
Facilitated by Gary and Nancy Maddux
Email: glmadduxusmc@yahooo.com
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
3rd TUESDAY 6:30-8:30 pm
In Person
Designed for all loss survivors. This group is facilitated by peers, chaplain and/or mental health providers. Must complete online registration to attend.
2601 Little Elm Parkway
Suite 301
Little Elm TX 75068
Email: soslossgroups@gmail.com
St. Marks United Methodist Church
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
3rd TUESDAY 6:30-8:30 pm
ZOOM ONLY
Led by suicide loss survivor Shirley Weddle in the Library at First United Methodist Church. This group is "open," which means that new members may join at any time.
3117 Motley Dr
Mesquite TX 75150
Facilitator Shirley Weddle
Email: swbrainhealth@gmail.com
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
4th TUESDAY 7:00 pm
ZOOM ONLY
This free group is designed for new loss Survivors of Suicide Loss (less than three years). It is open to attendees nationwide. Must complete online registration for Meeting link for access.
Email: virtualsosgroups@gmail.com
or 214-865-6710
First Baptist Dallas
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
2nd and 4th WEDNESDAY 6:30-8:30 pm
In Person
Ongoing support group for those who have been affected by suicide, including family members, survivors themselves, and those struggling with thoughts of suicide.
This group is meeting online at the regularly scheduled times. Facilitated by Lori Crider and Pam Greene.
1707 San Jacinto St
Worship Cen
2nd and 4th WEDNESDAY 6:30-8:30 pm
In Person
Ongoing support group for those who have been affected by suicide, including family members, survivors themselves, and those struggling with thoughts of suicide.
This group is meeting online at the regularly scheduled times. Facilitated by Lori Crider and Pam Greene.
1707 San Jacinto St
Worship Center 2nd Fl, Family Room
Dallas TX 75201
Please Call: 214-969-2456
Email: golfgirl5225@msn.com
St. Marks Catholic Church
Frontline Crisis Response Solutions
Lovers Lane United Methodist Church
1st THURSDAY 7:00 pm
In Person
A suicide support group facilitated by parishioners who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meetings are non-denominational and meet on the first Thursday of each month in the Religious Education Building.
Attendees must be 18 years old to attend. Facilitated by Larry and Carol Walker
6500 Crawford Rd
Denton TX 76226
Email: touchedbysuicideDenton@gmail.com
Lovers Lane United Methodist Church
Lovers Lane United Methodist Church
Lovers Lane United Methodist Church
2nd and 4th THURSDAY 6:30-8:30 pm
In Person
Rev. Dawn Anderson, started the Christian Survivors of Suicide support group 17 years after she experienced the trauma of coping with her late husband's suicide. Her curriculum is used by multiple communities of faith across the metroplex. Facilitated by Rev Dawn Anderson.
9200 Inwood Rd
Dallas TX 75220
Email: danderson@llumc.org