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 leading and preventable causes of death in pregnancy and the first year after giving birth. Intervening through intentional screening and compassionate care is critical for
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
Losing someone to suicide is a painful and difficult experience. Samaritans SafePlace meetings provide a forum for suicide loss survivors to explore feelings not often understood by others. Meetings are
Support Kennedy's Wicked Long Walk to raise awareness for youth mental health, Samaritans, and our Hey Sam peer-to-peer youth textline.
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
Join 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.
Join 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.
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
Men 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
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience. This event is
Every day in Massachusetts, first responders help people in severe mental health and suicidal crises. In these moments, the right intervention can save a life.
This webinar equips law enforcement officers, social workers, and other first responders with practical strategies to effectively respond to mental health emergencies, including situations involving firearms.
Suicide Grief Support for Partners and Spouses A group for anyone who has lost a partner to suicide, whether married or unmarried. All relationship types and LGBTQ+ individuals are welcome.
