Suicide Loss Survivors

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Montgomery County Suicide Loss Survivor Support Groups

Groups meet for 10 weeks and are open to new attendees for the first 3 weeks of each session. After the 3rd week, registration closes.

2025 Support Group #3: Tuesdays from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm on the following dates:

June 17
June 24
July 1
July 8
July 15
July 22
July 29
August 5
August 12
August 19

Future sessions will be announced as registration opens.

For more information about Montgomery County Support Groups, feel free to contact Megs Francis at mfrancis@mcadamhs.org or 937-443-0416.

Local and National Support Groups

Connecting with individuals who have experienced something similar can be very healing. There are local and virtual options to connect with other suicide loss survivors.

Find other local and virtual options here: https://afsp.org/find-a-support-group/

Do you need help now?

988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Local Help Now

Local Help Now | Montgomery County ADAMHS (localhelpnowmc.com)

Instantly connect with local service providers for addiction, mental health, and much more. Simply use the interactive directory to find a facility near you.

Need help finding the right RTA bus route to your nearest support location?

Access the Trip Planner using Google Maps here: RideTime | Greater Dayton RTA (i-riderta.org

Take Action:

Montgomery County Prevention Coalition comprised of community leaders with a passion to prevent substance misuse and promote positive mental health. We invite you to explore our committees and get involved!

Montgomery County ADAMHS Training Calendar: check out current offerings to the local community. Topics include Mental Health First Aid, QPR Suicide Gatekeeper Training, and more!

Other resources:

Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation - PDF document
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Surviving a Suicide Loss: Resource and Healing Guide
Eluna Network - The mission of Eluna is to support children and families impacted by grief or addiction. Our innovative resources and programs address the critical needs of children experiencing powerful, overwhelming and often confusing emotions associated with the death of someone close to them or substance abuse in their family.
Veterans - Mental Health Home (va.gov)
VAMC Suicide Postvention Team can be reached at 937-268-6511