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💔 Suicide is not the answer. If you or someone you love is ever in crisis, please call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — anytime, day or night. Trained counselors are there to listen, to support, and to help you through the hardest moments.💙 You are not alone.
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Voices and Hope does not engage in or provide any certified, licensed, trained or expertice in grief or loss counseling services, groups or programs. We provide this Resource Center as a directory for information on grief, counseling, programs, peer groups, events, services and reading material for your gieving journey.
Here’s a Central New York Resource Center Directory designed specifically to support survivors grieving and healing after the tragic loss of a loved one to suicide — including local organizations, support groups, crisis lines, counseling services, and digital resources:
Local Support & Grief Counseling Services
❗ Immediate & 24/7 Support
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 any time for confidential, trained crisis counselors who can listen and connect you to support services near you. (centralialibrary.org)
- Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 for 24/7 text-based emotional support. (Wikipedia)
- Contact Community Services – Hotline (Central NY) – 315-251-0600 (available 24/7) for counseling and suicide prevention support; also offers referrals and rounds up advocacy & training. (Contact Community Services)
- CNY Crisis Network – Centralized crisis support including Crisis Connect (315-251-0800) for talk lines, mobile crisis teams, peer support, and emergency intervention. (Onondaga County)
Bereavement & Grief Support Groups
- Hope For Bereaved, Inc. (Syracuse)
Provides monthly support group meetings for adults and youth, one-on-one counseling, a telephone hotline, and specific programs for survivors of suicide loss. (211 CNY) - AFSP Greater Central New York Chapter
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) offers local suicide loss support group listings, educational events, walks (e.g., Out of the Darkness), and community connection opportunities for survivors of suicide loss across Central NY counties. (AFSP)- AFSP maintains a national support group finder at their Bereavement page to locate local and online groups. (AFSP)
- Survivors of Loved Ones Suicide (SOLOS) – Cortland County
Local support group for individuals who’ve lost someone to suicide (contact via Cortland County Suicide Prevention). (cortlandcountyny.gov) - Hospice & Community Grief Groups
Some county-level hospice programs (e.g., in Madison County and Utica region) offer grief support groups that can help with the broader grief process, including sessions for those impacted by sudden or traumatic losses. (madisoncounty.ny.gov)
Counseling & Mental Health Providers (Central NY)
These can provide individual or group therapy tailored to grief and trauma (insurance/fee varies):
- You First, Counseling Services — Grief & life counseling (New Hartford)
- Michael J Willis & Associates — Counseling services (Syracuse)
(Note: Private therapists can help with grief processing, trauma, and loss adjustment; therapy directories like Psychology Today or community mental health centers can help you find specialized grief counselors.)
Additional Community & Online Resources
Community Information & Referral
- 2-1-1 Central NY – Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211CNY.com to get connected with local services including bereavement groups, counseling, and non-emergency support. (211 CNY)
Online Support
- AFSP Online Support Groups – The AFSP offers both in-person and virtual suicide loss support groups if travel or local attendance isn’t possible. (AFSP)
- National Survivors of Suicide Loss Day – Annual events and group gatherings to connect with others with shared experience (AFSP promotes participation). (AFSP)
📞 Important National Helplines — Always Free
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – 988 (call or text, 24/7) (centralialibrary.org)
- Veterans Crisis Line – 988 (then press 1) for vets and families. (211 CNY)
- Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth support) – 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678. (211 CNY)
🧡 Tips for Healing
Healing from a suicide loss can be a long and personal journey. Connecting with others who truly understand can be profoundly supportive—whether through in-person support groups, online communities, therapy, or peer groups. Combining these resources with compassionate mental health support helps many survivors find connection, comfort, and healing during difficult times.
Below is a comprehensive Resource Center Directory focused on helping survivors grieving and healing from the tragic loss of a loved one to suicide — including a top 10 list of online programs, peer-to-peer support communities, and grief counseling options that are either national in reach or fully virtual, along with brief descriptions of what they offer.
Suicide Loss Grief & Healing Resource Center Directory
🌐 Top 10 Online Programs, Peer Groups & Counseling Resources
These resources offer national and online support specifically for suicide loss survivors — from structured peer support groups to counseling and community forums.
- AFSP – Healing Conversations (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)
A peer-to-peer support program that connects survivors with trained volunteers who have also lost someone to suicide for one-on-one support and understanding. (AFSP) - Samaritans – Virtual SafePlace Suicide Grief Support Groups
Free ongoing Zoom-based peer support meetings for suicide loss survivors, facilitated by trained volunteers who have experienced similar loss. (Samaritans) - Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors
Active online forum and community support where survivors share experiences and connect 24/7; also provides specialized email programs and referral to support groups. (Alliance of Hope) - AFSP Support Group Directory (Nationwide Virtual & Local Listings)
A national directory of online and in-person suicide bereavement support groups, enabling survivors to find peer groups based on location or preference. (AFSP) - TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) – Suicide Loss Support
Offers a live monthly online chat for suicide loss survivors, peer mentoring, casework support, and virtual connection opportunities. (TAPS) - SAVE – Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (Survivor Support & Groups)
Provides listings of support groups and postvention resources for those grieving suicide loss plus access to newsletters and survivor events. (SAVE Awareness) - Alliance of Hope Forum – Specialized Online Support Groups
In addition to general forums, Alliance of Hope hosts smaller 8-session virtual groups tailored to different survivor identities (e.g., grieving parents, partners) for more structured connection. (Alliance of Hope) - After A Suicide Resource Directory (PersonalGriefCoach.net)
Online directory linking survivors to online grief resources and informational support tools for navigating trauma and grief after suicide. (Suicide Prevention Resource Center) - CopingAfterSuicide – Virtual Suicide Support Groups
Peer-led, targeted online group sessions (including by loss type) to support understanding, shared grieving, and connection — typically in cycles throughout the year. (The Kita Center) - Wendt Center & Partner Virtual Resources
Hub listing virtual bereavement and suicide-loss support resources, including links to online groups and educational materials. (Wendt Center for Loss & Healing)
📌 Other Helpful Online Support & Peer Community Options
(Some are broader grief communities that include suicide loss support.)
- Alliance of Hope Online Community Forum – A moderated message board where survivors share advice and stories around the clock. (Alliance of Hope)
- ICE/AFSP Resource Pages & Guides – Practical toolkits and reading materials designed specifically for suicide loss survivors offered by prevention organizations. (AFSP)
- Friends for Survival – National peer support and helpline (US) providing connection for suicide loss survivors. (Suicide Prevention Resource Center)
- Dougy Center (for families with children/teens) – Offers grief support with virtual and in-person options for families including those impacted by suicide loss. (988 Lifeline)
Types of Support You’ll Find
| Support Type | What It Offers |
|---|---|
| One-on-One Peer Support | Healing Conversations (AFSP), Samaritans one-on-one visits |
| Group Peer Support | Virtual SafePlace; Alliance of Hope groups; CopingAfterSuicide peer groups |
| Online Community Forums | Alliance of Hope Forum |
| Structured Virtual Series | Alliance of Hope 8-session groups |
| Military Families & Peer Mentoring | TAPS Suicide Loss Assistance |
| Grief Resource Libraries & Toolkits | AFSP Survivor Guides; SAVE materials |
📌 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Online Programs
- Try more than one type of support — some people find deep connection in forums, while others prefer structured groups or one-on-one chats.
- Check age or identity-specific offerings (e.g., parent-focused groups, LGBTQ+ groups) when available — they often provide tighter peer alignment.
- Look for moderated or professionally facilitated spaces when grief feels overwhelming or complicated.
📞 If You Need Immediate Support
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 any time for confidential crisis counseling and support near you. (988 Lifeline)
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with trained crisis counselors. (Wikipedia)