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SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Wednesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Wednesday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/new-time-virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-wednesday/2025-01-01/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T200000
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SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Thursday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Thursday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-thursday/2025-01-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064633
CREATED:20250325T155555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T155555Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Parents - Monthly
DESCRIPTION:Losing a child to suicide is one of life’s most painful experiences. This 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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost a child to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nMonthly meetings are held: \n\nThe first Thursday of every month\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-parents-monthly/2025-01-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064633
CREATED:20251212T215139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T220153Z
UID:10003589-1735844400-1735849800@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Parents - Monthly
DESCRIPTION:Losing a child to suicide is one of life’s most painful experiences. This 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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost a child to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nMonthly meetings are held: \n\nThe first Thursday of every month\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-parents-monthly-2/2025-01-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064633
CREATED:20250325T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T144624Z
UID:10002688-1736276400-1736281800@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Tuesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Tuesday\n7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-tuesday/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064633
CREATED:20250325T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T181958Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Wednesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Wednesday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/new-time-virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-wednesday/2025-01-08/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T182015Z
UID:10002392-1736449200-1736452800@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Thursday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Thursday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-thursday/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T182805Z
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SUMMARY:Upton: In-Person SafePlace Meeting for Anyone - Monthly
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nLast Tuesday of each month\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nUnited Parish of Upton\, 1 Church Street\, Upton\, MA 01568\n\nSamaritans SafePlace groups are open anyone\, to regardless of race\, ethnicity\, age\, gender\, religion\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, gender expression\, disability\, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. \nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/in-person-safeplace-meeting-for-anyone-monthly/2025-01-10/
LOCATION:United Parish of Upton\, 1 Church St\, Upton\, MA\, 01568\, United States
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T144624Z
UID:10002689-1736881200-1736886600@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Tuesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Tuesday\n7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-tuesday/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T181958Z
UID:10003295-1736967600-1736973000@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Wednesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Wednesday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/new-time-virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-wednesday/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T182015Z
UID:10002393-1737054000-1737057600@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Thursday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Thursday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-thursday/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T160138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T182741Z
UID:10004417-1737284400-1737289800@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Holliston: In-Person SafePlace Meeting for Parents - Monthly
DESCRIPTION:This monthly SafePlace support group offers a chance for parents and guardians to connect with others who understand the profound grief that comes with losing a child to suicide. This in-person meeting is offered in partnership with Ben Speaks\, with support from the Parmenter Foundation. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nMonthly meetings are held: \n\n3rd Saturday of every month\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm ET\nBen Speaks Office\, 360 Woodland St\, 2nd Floor\, Holliston\, MA 01746\n\nSamaritans SafePlace groups are open anyone\, to regardless of race\, ethnicity\, age\, gender\, religion\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, gender expression\, disability\, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. \nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/in-person-safeplace-meeting-for-parents-monthly/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Ben Speaks Office\, 360 Woodland St\, 2nd Floor\, Holliston\, MA\, 01746\, United States
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T200450Z
UID:10003128-1737486000-1737491400@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ SafePlace Meeting - Monthly
DESCRIPTION:This SafePlace suicide grief support group is open to LGBTQ+ people who have lost someone to suicide and those who have lost an LGBTQ+ person. The group is led by LGBTQ+ facilitators who have experienced suicide loss. \nSamaritans SafePlace meetings are groups of caring people who have someone one to suicide. Meetings provide a forum for suicide loss survivors to explore feelings not often understood by others. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nThis monthly meeting is held: \n\n2nd Tuesday of every month\n7:00-8:30pm ET\nParticipants must be 18 or older.\n\nRegister to receive the Zoom meeting details. \nRegister Now
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/lgbtq-safeplace-meeting-monthly/2025-01-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T144624Z
UID:10002690-1737486000-1737491400@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Tuesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Tuesday\n7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-tuesday/2025-01-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250106T164123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T185926Z
UID:10001366-1737572400-1737577800@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Supporting LGBTQ+ Families in Uncertain Times
DESCRIPTION: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 years. \nFamilies of LGBTQ+ individuals\, particularly those with transgender and gender non-conforming (TGNC) youth\, face unique challenges in a political climate that increasingly threatens their rights and well-being. This webinar will explore how caregivers can manage their own mental health while supporting LGBTQ+ youth in their lives over the next four years. \nFeaturing insights from a GBPFLAG representative\, a mental health expert from Samaritans\, and a parent sharing their lived experiences\, the panel will discuss how to navigate mental health challenges\, validate children’s fears\, and nurture resilience. We’ll also address the importance of suicide prevention and mental health support during times of high stress\, offering resources and strategies to help families stay connected and grounded. Together\, we’ll reflect on LGBTQ+ history—celebrating progress while acknowledging the work still needed. We’ll share with participants practical strategies to sustain hope and well-being while advocating for our community in a time of uncertainty. \nTo protect the privacy of the panelists\, this webinar will not be recorded. \nRegister Now \n  \nPanelists \nKacy C. Maitland (she/her)\, LICSW\, is the Chief Clinical Officer at Samaritans\, a Massachusetts-based suicide prevention organization. In that role\, she oversees all programming\, including the 24/7 crisis helpline\, youth text line\, grief support services for those who have lost loved ones to suicide\, and suicide prevention community education. Kacy has over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. She has practiced as both a trainer and clinician in a variety of settings\, including working with those struggling with severe and persistent mental illness\, and holds leadership roles with community organizations and government policy advisory groups. Kacy is a Commissioner for the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. She has also been an Adjunct Professor of Social Work at Simmons University Graduate School of Social Work and in Sociology at Quincy College. \n  \nNina Selvaggio (she/her) is the Executive Director at GBPFLAG and a nonprofit professional with over twenty-five years of leadership experience in the social sector. She began her career as a grassroots organizer and has developed extensive expertise in community organizing\, operations management\, and strategic leadership. Nina has built coalitions and worked with communities on a range of critical issues\, including education reform\, racial equity\, family equality\, and addressing the intersections of oppression. Her unwavering commitment to social justice drives her work and fuels her dedication to creating lasting impacts. \n  \n \nDiane Gorman (she/her) is an advocate\, ally\, and upstander\, and the mother of two young adult sons\, one of whom is transgender. A learning and development professional with a background in mental health and expertise in Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging (DEIB)\, Diane is known for her ability to listen empathically\, question with curiosity\, and build bridges. In her spare time\, Diane enjoys hiking\, reading\, writing\, and spending time with her family. \n  \n  \nTate Duffy (he/him) is a dedicated advocate\, educator\, and community activist working to advance LGBTQIA+ inclusivity and understanding. As the Education and Training Program Manager at GBPFLAG\, Tate oversees a team of trainers and speakers\, curating impactful educational content and facilitating training sessions that prioritize DEIJ (Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Justice) principles. Through his leadership\, he fosters connections with new community partners\, extending GBPFLAG’s outreach and impact. With a master’s in DEIJ from Tufts University\, Tate brings both expertise and passion to his role\, where he champions meaningful change and empowerment within and beyond the LGBTQIA+ community.
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/lgbtqfamilies/
CATEGORIES:suicide prevention workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T181958Z
UID:10003296-1737572400-1737577800@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Wednesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Wednesday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/new-time-virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-wednesday/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T182015Z
UID:10002394-1737658800-1737662400@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Thursday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Thursday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-thursday/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20251029T200144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T200517Z
UID:10003794-1737918000-1737923400@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ SafePlace Meeting - Monthly
DESCRIPTION:This SafePlace suicide grief support group is open to LGBTQ+ people who have lost someone to suicide and those who have lost an LGBTQ+ person. The group is led by LGBTQ+ facilitators who have experienced suicide loss. \nSamaritans SafePlace meetings are groups of caring people who have someone one to suicide. Meetings provide a forum for suicide loss survivors to explore feelings not often understood by others. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nThis monthly meeting is held: \n\n3nd Tuesday of every month\n7:00-8:30pm ET\nParticipants must be 18 or older.\n\nRegister to receive the Zoom meeting details. \nRegister Now
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/lgbtq-safeplace-meeting-monthly-2/2025-01-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T144624Z
UID:10002691-1738090800-1738096200@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Tuesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Tuesday\n7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-tuesday/2025-01-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T181958Z
UID:10003297-1738177200-1738182600@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Wednesday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Wednesday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/new-time-virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-wednesday/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T064634
CREATED:20250325T154557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T182015Z
UID:10002395-1738263600-1738267200@samaritanshope.org
SUMMARY:Virtual SafePlace Meeting for Loss Survivors - Every Thursday
DESCRIPTION: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 facilitated by trained volunteers who have lost someone to suicide. \nSafePlace is not a professional therapy group\, but rather a peer support group offering nonjudgmental listening\, peer connection\, and shared understanding. It offers a chance to share helpful resources\, and to give and get support through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free\, ongoing\, and drop-in. \nWe understand that you may be unsure about discussing your loss in a virtual support group. Please review our Virtual SafePlace FAQs\, which we hope will address any understandable concerns you may have about privacy and the dynamics of a virtual group. \nThis meeting is held: \n\nEvery Thursday\n7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET\nAfter you register\, we will follow up with Zoom meeting details.\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://samaritanshope.org/event/virtual-safeplace-meeting-for-loss-survivors-every-thursday/2025-01-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:SafePlace,Suicide Grief Support
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