Support for Suicide Loss
Facing Loss
Suicide affects millions of people every year. If you find yourself grappling with the loss of a loved one, understand that you are not alone. In this difficult time, reaching out for support and help can be crucial for your own healing and wellbeing.
The aftermath of losing someone to suicide can feel overwhelming, leaving those left behind with a sea of complex emotions, including guilt, profound sadness, anger, confusion, and even numbness. It’s important to remember that these emotions are normal, and there is no right or wrong way to grieve.
Here are a few ways to find support while facing loss:
• Reach out to mental health professionals who specialize in grief counseling.
• Join a support group specifically for suicide loss survivors.
• Connect with other loss survivors at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
• Check with your employer about paid Family and Medical Leave and mental health days.
For more information about living with loss and finding support in Vermont
Click here to find Vermont Postvention Resources