Supporting LGBTQ+ Families in Uncertain Times
This webinar, co-hosted by Samaritans and Greater Boston PFLAG, will explore how caregivers can manage their own mental health while supporting LGBTQ+ youth in their lives over the next four
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Annual Memorial 2025
Corcoran Heights Room Boston College 140 Commonswealth Ave, Chestnut Hill, MAJoin our Annual Memorial to honor loved ones lost to suicide. At this open event, loss survivors and other members of the Samaritans community come together to connect, find support,
Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors – Every Wednesday
VirtualSafePlace is not a professional therapy group, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening, peer connection, and shared understanding.
A Path to Peace: Navigating Long-Term Suicide Loss and Post-Traumatic Growth
Virtual - ZoomThis virtual presentation introduces Soul Exhaustion, a concept developed by Sarah Gaer to explore the profound effects of trauma, grief, and adverse life experiences on the human spirit. For those grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide, Soul Exhaustion provides a framework to acknowledge the depth of that loss beyond traditional grief models.
Boston Marathon 2025
Support Team Samaritans as they run 26.2 miles for suicide prevention. Each year, members of our community run the Boston Marathon and raise funds to support our lifesaving programs — crisis services, educational workshops, and suicide grief support.
Breakfast for Hope 2025
The Westin Copley Place 10 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA, United StatesJoin us at our Breakfast for Hope, celebrating over 50 years of lifesaving impact and looking ahead to a future where every conversation counts.
Healing from Suicide Loss: A One-Day Summit for Long-Term Loss Survivors
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston Waltham 550 Winter Street, Waltham, MA, United StatesPlease join us for a free, one-day summit designed to create connection and healing among long-term suicide loss survivors. This event, made possible with support from The Parmenter Foundation, will provide participants with hands-on, tangible skills to help them better understand post-traumatic growth and integrate that knowledge into their healing.
Beyond the Baby Blues: Understanding & Supporting Maternal Mental Health
Pregnancy and postpartum are vulnerable times for new mothers, birthing persons, and families. Perinatal mental health conditions affect approximately 1 in 5 perinatal individuals. Suicide is one of the overall
Kennedy’s Wicked Long Walk is Back
Support Kennedy's Wicked Long Walk to raise awareness for youth mental health, Samaritans, and our Hey Sam peer-to-peer youth textline.
LGBTQ+ SafePlace Meeting – Monthly
VirtualThis SafePlace suicide grief support group is open to LGBTQ+ people who have lost someone to suicide and those who have lost an LGBTQ+ person. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month.
Webinar: Building Safer Communities
Join our webinar during Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month Register Now Every year, over 250 people die by gun violence in Massachusetts. More than half of these deaths are suicides—that's enough to fill two subway cars on the MBTA Red Line. Behind each of these deaths is a devastated family and a grieving
27th Annual Samaritans 5K
Artesani Park 1255 Soldiers Field Rd, Brighton, MA, United StatesJoin us at the 27th Annual Samaritans 5K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention to honor loved ones lost to suicide and help ensure that no one struggles alone. Each year, our community comes together during Suicide Prevention Month for this powerful day of connection, reflection, and hope. Register at samaritans5k.org.
2025 Community Gathering on Suicide Prevention: Samaritans Annual Meeting
PwC Atrium 101 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA, United StatesJoin our annual meeting to connect with the Samaritans community and learn how the Every Conversation Counts campaign is helping Samaritans reach more people, improve through innovation, and strengthen our team and impact. Keynote Speaker: Kyle Anagnos, Samaritans Marathon Runner Light food & refreshments provided. Registration required. Please RSVP by Sunday, October 5.
In-Person SafePlace Meeting for Anyone – Monthly
United Parish of Upton 1 Church St, Upton, MA, United StatesSamaritans SafePlace meetings provide a forum for suicide loss survivors to explore feelings not often understood by others. This meeting is held on the last Tuesday of each month. The group is open to people of any religious background.
Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors – Monthly on Saturday
VirtualSafePlace is a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening, peer connection, and shared understanding for those who have lost someone to suicide. Meetings are held on the first Saturday of each month.
TCS New York City Marathon
Join us on Sunday, November 2, 2025 to cheer on our amazing Team Samaritans for the TCS New York City Marathon! This will be our 5th year running in NYC and all proceeds help fund Samaritans’ life saving services, including our 24/7 Helpline, suicide prevention workshops, and grief support services
Man Up, Speak Out: Real Talk About Men’s Mental Health
Virtual - ZoomMen are nearly 4x more likely to die by suicide than women, yet they are less likely to seek mental health support. This webinar will explore unique approaches to raise awareness and encourage open conversation through film, community building, and peer support. Panelists will discuss social pressures and cultural expectations that create barriers to talking
Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Parents – Monthly
VirtualThis SafePlace support group provides a forum for parents and guardians who have lost a child to suicide to explore feelings not often understood by others. Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month.
Healing Strides: Walking Together in our 20s
Where: Charles River Esplanade, Boston, MA (specific location to be shared after registration)Navigating early adulthood can be challenging. If you have lost a loved one to suicide, it can be even harder. Our Healing Strides walking group offers a safe space for young professionals, graduate students, and other young adults in Boston to honor those we've lost while moving forward one step at a time. This fall,
Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors – Every Tuesday
VirtualSafePlace meetings provide suicide loss survivors a forum to explore feelings not often understood by others.
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Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors – Every Wednesday
VirtualSamaritans SafePlace meetings provide a forum for suicide loss survivors to explore feelings not often understood by others.
Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors – Every Thursday
VirtualSafePlace meetings provide suicide loss survivors nonjudgmental listening, peer support, and shared understanding.
In-Person SafePlace Meeting for Parents – Monthly
Ben Speaks Office 360 Woodland St, 2nd Floor, Holliston, MA, United StatesThis monthly SafePlace support group offers a chance for parents to connect with others who understand the profound grief that comes with losing a child in this way. Meetings are held the third Saturday of every month.
