Below is a list of National organizations that offer support and encouragement to survivors of a suicide loss.
Alliance of Hope
Since 2008, the Alliance of Hope has been working to decrease stigma, increase understanding of the suicide loss experience, and provide direct support to survivors. www.Allianceofhope.org
American Association of Suicidology
AAS Mission Statement: To promote the understanding and prevention of suicide and support those who have been affected by it. www.suicidology.org
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
AFSP raises awareness, funds scientific research and provides resources and aid to those affected by suicide. www.afsp.org
If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.
Friends for Survival
Friends For Survival, Inc. is a national non-profit bereavement outreach organization available to those who are grieving a suicide death of family or friends. www.friendsforsurvival.org
Heartbeat
HEARTBEAT is a peer support group offering empathy, encouragement, and direction following the suicide of a loved one. www.heartbeatsurvivorsaftersuicide.org
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (S.A.V.E.)
SAVE was one of the nation’s first organizations dedicated to the prevention of suicide. Through raising public awareness, educating communities, and equipping every person with the right tools, we know we can SAVE lives. www.save.org
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
Promotes information on prevention and resources for support of those effected by suicide. www.sprc.org
Suicide: Finding Hope
Local support is available for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide. Learn more.
SUICIDE: FINDING HOPE is here to help you navigate the journey of suicide loss. www.suicidefindinghope.com