Offering Online Care to Suicide Loss Survivors
Losing a loved one to suicide is a profoundly painful and challenging experience. At Samaritans, we offer nonjudgmental listening and peer support through our virtual SafePlace Meetings, which are online support groups for suicide loss survivors.
Our virtual SafePlace meetings are open to anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. These peer support groups are facilitated by trained volunteers who have experienced a similar loss, creating a compassionate and understanding environment. Unlike professional therapy groups, SafePlace meetings focus on peer support, offering a space to explore feelings that may be difficult for others to understand. Participants can share helpful resources and support each other through the long process of grieving. Meetings are free, ongoing, and available on a drop-in basis.
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Virtual SafePlace Meetings for Suicide Grief Support
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evening
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET
Zoom meeting details provided after registration
Everyone is welcome to join our virtual meetings at any time after their loss, whether it has been a few weeks, months, or even years. Before joining, we encourage individuals to consider the following questions: Am I ready to talk about my loss? Can I share the airtime with others? Will I be comfortable listening to others discuss their losses? If the answer to any of these questions is no, or if you are unsure, we recommend starting with a Survivor to Survivor Visit. These private sessions are conducted by trained suicide loss survivor volunteers who can provide one-on-one support.
We 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.
“Finding SafePlace and people that truly understand where I’m coming from and understand my pain is very cathartic for me.”
Robert
SafePlace attendee and Council member
Other SafePlace Meetings
Virtual SafePlace Meetings for Parents or Guardians Who Have Lost a Child to Suicide
This virtual group offers a chance for parents to connect with others who understand the profound grief that comes with losing a child in this way.
Virtual SafePlace Meetings for the LGBTQ+ Community
A safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ loss survivors and those who have lost someone who identified as LGBTQ+ to share their experiences and find support.
Virtual SafePlace Meetings for Spouses & Partners
A group for anyone who has lost a partner to suicide, whether married or unmarried. All relationship types and LGBTQ+ individuals are welcome.
