SUICIDE LOSS SURVIVORS
SEEK SUPPORT
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/
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.
Tuesdays from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm:
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April 9th
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April 16th
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April 23rd
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April 30th
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May 7th
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May 14th
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May 21st
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May 28th
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June 4th
The Dayton Dream Center,
2720 E. Third St. Dayton, OH 45403
Future sessions will be announced as registration opens.
For more information about Montgomery County Support Groups, feel free to contact Brittini Long at blong@mcadamhs.org or 937-853-4324
Greene County
Support Group for Survivors of Suicide Loss
2nd Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm
Beavercreek Health Center
2510 Commons Blvd, Beavercreek, OH 45431
For more information contact Florence Randolph at frandolph@vil.yellowsprings.oh.us.
Do you need help now?
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255
National Suicide Support Text Line
Text message to 741 741
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:
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Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation - PDF document
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Surviving a Suicide Loss: Resource and Healing Guide
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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.
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Veterans - Mental Health Home (va.gov)
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VAMC Suicide Postvention Team can be reached at 937-268-6511